Crochet Houndstooth Baby Blanket in a Weekend

Have you been invited to a baby shower?  Or maybe your niece has just announced that she is expecting a sweet bundle of joy! Immediately your mind jumps to the gift.  Oh, you want to give something special.  If you are like me you want to give something thoughtful, personal,[Read more]

Adorable Crocheted Baby Dress for Sunny Days

Turning ho-hum into sunshine.  At the time of this writing, it is a dreary February day and hopes for seeing the sun could be dashed by a gloomy weather forecast. However, this adorable crocheted baby dress has lifted my spirits. What better way to chase the gloom away than crocheting for a[Read more]

When In Doubt Wear Red!

What Does Bill Blass’ Quote:”When In Doubt Wear Red” Mean? Red attire has a presence, an energy, and a distinct effect on both the wearer and people who see them. It makes a statement & makes the wearer somehow more happy and confident. So if you aren’t sure what to[Read more]

How to Get the Inspiration Juices Flowing

Remember approaching your mom as a child saying, “I’m bored.” And now as an adult you still hear yourself saying it, “I’m bored, I want to do something productive, imaginative, something out of the ordinary. I want to make something but I don’t know what.”  Today we are going to[Read more]

Easy No-Nonsense Sweater You Can Make In A Weekend

Do you have a little down-time this weekend?  Maybe you’re looking for a knitting project to do in the evenings?  You will love this easy no-nonsense sweater pattern. Let me tell you about my experience so you can get started as soon as you can get your hands on the materials[Read more]

Jesus is the Heart of Christmas – Wise Men Still Seek Him!

This was the year I dreaded.  Decking the halls without the girls.  Oh I remember when they were little and I had to hold back my perfectionism and let them decorate the house for Christmas. I even cleverly gave them their own tree to decorate a few years.  You know the one…beautifully adorned with[Read more]

How to Knit a Ladder Scarf – Easy!

Scarves, scarves, scarves can we ever have enough scarves? Here in Nebraska we love scarves.  They are not only beautiful but functional.  What I love about the Ladder Scarf pattern is that it is easy and you can knit it in a soft, cuddly merino wool to keep away the[Read more]