Giraffe Ornament – still needs eyes, nose and a hanger FINISHED!!!! Felt Play Tent – making progress but almost at a stand still until I get the card table. We are getting the table today so I should make more progress this weekend. Grandma Presents – I am wood burning frames 1 is still in … Continue reading
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Finish It Friday (Okay Unfinished Friday–LOL)
I have so many projects of different states of completion and nothing finished. Here is my List: Giraffe Ornament – still needs eyes, nose and a hanger Felt Play Tent – making progress but almost at a stand still until I get the card table. Grandma Presents – I am wood burning frames 1 is … Continue reading
My Daughter’s 2010 Christmas Ornament – Giraffe
I started this last year when times were really, really tight. I had my daughter pick a toy she wanted me to make for her. She picked her Littlest Pet Shop Dragonfly. He turned out really really cute and made me think I am never buying another Hallmark Ornament again. I love them and have … Continue reading
Felt Tent–Progress Photos–24 Days Till Christmas!
I must say I love my new set up because my scanner is hooked up so all I need to do is hop on my computer and scan away. I think I might be going a tad overboard with this but I know my son (and daughter) are going to love this. This is the … Continue reading
Tasty Tuesday–Peppermint Bark (21+ ONLY–lol!)
Every year I bake cookies (lots and lots of cookies) and I always make “Special” Peppermint Bark. This peppermint bark recipe is not you grandma’s Peppermint Bark, unless she used Rumple Mintz (that is 100 PROOF Peppermint Schnapps). My peppermint bark melts in your mouth because I add too much Rumple Mintz, so it barely … Continue reading
Felt Tent Work In Progress
I ordered my felt for the felt tent from Fabric.com (I hope I ordered enough – I will find out on Tuesday.) I have been sketching the “plan” for the tent for three weeks and I think I finally have a “Real” plan for it. So much so I started cutting out the other panels … Continue reading
How To Do Faux Wood Burning–Eco-Friendly Project
I have been doing quite a few Eco-Friendly Crafts lately, this project is no different. The main reason is because times are tight for everyone and I want to show people that it is possible to make craft projects with out all the fancy gadgets. They are nice to have but sometimes it helps to … Continue reading
Pumpkin-Cranberry Custard–Slow Pot Cooker
1 Can (30 ounces) Pumpkin Pie Filling 1 Can (12 ounces) Evaporated Milk 1 Cup Dried Cranberries 4 Eggs, Beaten 1 Cup Crushed or Whole Ginger Snap Cookies (Optional) Whipped Cream (Optional) SLOW COOKER DIRECTIONS: Combine pumpkin, evaporated milk, cranberries and eggs in slow cooker; mix well. Cover and cook on HIGH 4 to 4 … Continue reading
Etsy Treasuries
In the past week I have had my work featured in several treasuries. If you have a moment and are looking for some fantastic Christmas Gifts that have proceeds going to a good cause, check out these great Treasuries! http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cd638bc91558eefaaf7e3c2/gifts-for-the-cause-charity-giving http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cdc2b6492826d911708d815/gulf-coast-relief-gift-guide-under-50 http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cddebee2df56d912ae6bdf3/gifts-that-give
Pyrography (AKA: Wood Burning)
I remember the first wood burning kit I got was from my grandfather for Christmas one year. My mom was less than pleased with my grandfather. Giving a child (I think I was 10 or 11) a devise to burn things with, never pans out well. Thankfully for my parents sake I was not that … Continue reading
Who Are You Calling Crafty? 