Project Review!

Today, I thought I would share my thoughts on a Tutorial my mom and I worked on a few weeks back. I am a softy for cute coasters, so when I saw the Tree Stump Coaster D.I.Y tutorial on A Beautiful Mess, I knew I had to try it. I showed it to my mom, and she loved it, so I bought some felt, and we dedicated an afternoon to making a bunch. I was in a hurry, when I went felt shopping, so I just got some craft felt, and that is really the only thing I would change about the coasters. Some true, wool, felt would be much more absorbant, methinks. Anyway, we got to stitchin' and here is how they turned out. 

 I think they are pretty great! We made about 10 in total, and they look terrific in our living room. For some design context, here are some chairs we are getting in the New Year. 

 How cute will that be? Anyway, if you like a little woodland whimsy in you living spaces, try your hand at these coasters. They are simple and cute and ever so useful! Thanks to Elsie and gang at A Beautiful Mess, for another great idea! 

A chance to give a little Christmas cheer...

Hi, y'all!


Thanksgiving is in 2 days, and The Holiday season is in full swing. If you are inclined to give a little extra to excellent causes during this time, I would love to present you with a special opportunity. As you may have noticed on my sidebar, Colemans in Love is a blog I enjoy and the Colemans are people I happen to know in real life. They are kind, funny and creative people, who have recently introduced little Isaac into the world. Isaac is their precious new-born son, who has faced some extra stuggles in his life so far. He has a rare condition called Fanconi Anemia, which means he needs lots of extra love and care. As we all know, medical expenses are outrageous. Imagine not only giving birth to a child, and the costs that presents, but then having to pay for intensive medical care and operations and tests. Long story short, this special little family could use prayers, encouragement, and if you feel led to do so, they could also use a financial boost! If you follow the link to their blog, you will see that one of their blogging friends is hosting a contest to win a Free pair of Toms, and bless this family at the same time. For every $5 dollars you donate to Isaac's Medical Fund, you get one chance to win. I would never present a case like this on my blog, unless I knew who and how it would help. I know there are soo many worthy causes to give to at this time of year, but if you feel moved to help on a more personal level, anything you can give will be such a blessing to the Colemans. 

Here is a photo of Mindy and Daniel bringing Isaac home for the first time!

Flowers and Florence

 We are in the midst of Autumn, here in N.C. At this point, all the leaves have turned, and nights have gotten chillier. As much as I am loving the color outside, I really wanted to bring some indoors. Unfortunately, fresh flowers are expensive. You know what is even more expensive than fresh flowers, fake flowers. So I decided to take matters into my own hands, and make some flowers. They just happen to be pom-pom flowers, made from some yarn in some gorgeous Autumnal colors. 

I followed a super simple tutorial at Poopscape Projects  and glued the pom-pom onto some twigs I collected outside. I left my pom-poms a little irregular and cut the twigs to different heights to add some interest to the "bouquet". Altogether, I spent roughly an hour on the project, and I absolutely love the results!


 On another note, if you have not heard the new Florence and the Machine album,Ceremonials, you have to take a listen. The album in lush and gorgeous and perfect for crisp fall days. I am kind of obsessed with the track "What the Water Gave Me". 

Things that are great...

Here are a few things that are Great! 

•These shoes are beautiful! The website is in Swedish, so I don't actually have any idea how much they cost, or whether they ship to the U.S, but I do know that I want a pair.

•If you are as obsessed with owls as I am, you will love this free, customizable, downloadable calendar.

• Foxes are also high on my list of favorite animals. This lovely little fox pillow is just darling! 

•  I am really pinning for subscription to Selvedge Magazine. This U.K publication is simply the best Fiber Arts magazine I have ever read. 

What have you guys been dreaming about making, or purchasing or reading lately? I know Christmas is on it's way, but I might have to give myself a small gift before then!