Good morning!  Today my good friend Laura is here to share with us a quick and easy redo for a canvas bag.  I actually saw one really similar to her finished product in a catalog the other day!  Also a reader, Pam, inquired about the candy canes on the banner of my  blog - the tutorial to make them ...

First things first - I am happy to announce that the winner of the Bridget&Lucy Giveaway is...(chosen by Random.org) Heather(asmusacres)!!! She uploaded 6 projects to the Flickr pool!!  Busy girl!  You can see them here.  Thanks so much to everyone who entered - hopefully we can do another one ...

One of the favorite flavor combination's of the season - now in a bite-sized cupcake version! This is an easy recipe and a sure hit at any holiday party. Here's what you will need: Devil's Food Cake mix eggs oil water small, bite-sized peppermint patties mini cupcake ...

We've been making this recipe in my family for three generations now.  Some of you may have aversions to creamy "salad" type things, but this one is amazing!!  Here are the ingredients you will need: 1 lb fresh cranberries ( chopped) I usually use the food processor 1 cup of whipping ...

Blooming Deer Pillow $88.00 Hello!  Here I am with another project inspired by something I saw while perusing my Anthro catalog that just came in the mail. I liked it because it is seasonal, but not so literally Christmas.  I commissioned my talented hubby to draw the pattern for the ...

That's right!  This little number is made from only a fat quarter.  It is self-lined and the strap is made from fabric too!!  It is just the perfect size for a date, wedding, or party.  Anytime you only need to bring your wallet, lip gloss, and phone.  I hope you don't mind the fabric I used.  ...

For those of you who don't sew at all - this is a dazzling no-sew project.  Of course, I copied it from Anthropologie.  Are you tired of me doing that?  Oh well, i guess you'll just have to live with it because I LOVE anthro and can't afford to buy stuff there.  So I copycat.  I have seen many ...

You know, by now, that we love football. A large portion of our Saturdays is devoted to watching it. AND we like to eat "football food" while we watch. You know-foods that don't require utensils, like burgers, wings, chips and dip. We really like to make onion dip and eat it with pretzels. ...

so you know, some crafty people aren't always the neatest people.  I fall into that category for sure.  I LIKE things neat...I'm just too busy using the right side of my brain to have to worry about structure and organization.  BUT the fact of the matter is...I am happier when everything is in it's ...

Okay my beginner sewers, or those of you who just don't sew often, this is a GREAT project for you. You can make one for yourself or this would make an excellent Holiday gift. My good friend Laura (the photographer) was visiting this weekend and we made this scarf together.  This ...