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Blog of Susan Elliott where she shares her life through her needlework and photography.
I must be getting old – I find it harder and harder to stay awake after dinner. I can’t read or study without falling asleep. I could do stand-up chores like baking, washing dishes, etc…
Do you have any idea how much 72 bricks weigh? Me and my sore back can tell you they weigh in excess of 300 pounds. Ouch. But it was worth it; take a look. Like I was gifted the beautiful dollhouse…
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I just can't name my dress form, I don't know why. I can't name any inanimate object. Like in high school when my friends named their cars, I just couldn't do it; it seemed contrived. So this will just be "my dress form," whose shoulders are wider than her hips. I made a bodice in lining fabric, and I don't really need both shoulders covered, because the bust is the same size as me. This is mainly about the gut and hips - yuk. (I had to crop pics carefully, because this isn't very long and won't fit over shorts.) Now the hips are a little wider than the shoulders, and the measurements match up pretty well. More pics of how this thing fits over my shape. Note that my gut is about even with my bust (I am not a proud woman)... as opposed to the dress form, whose bust is the only thing protruding. (Watching football makes me feel better about my gut, especially since they didn't show AJ McCarron's girlfriend.) Till I wrapped her with batting - so sorry to turn you into a real woman who's been eating too much key lime pie this weekend! I just slapped a spare zipper on the side for easy removal. Next, I muslined the Hot Pattern pants. These pattern envelopes are HUGE, and look at all the fabulous measurements they give you on the back! Now I noticed right away that the rear crotch curve is very different. It literally goes straight down and does a 90 degree turn at the crotch. Unfortunately, my back is not straight, so I have lots of gappage. (Jake is depressed they didn't turn out perfectly on the first try.) I took in some near the top of the back and a little at the side seams, and ended up with a little wonkiness, which I can certainly work out, but I need to let the bottom out a little bit too. I guess there's not as much bagginess as I usually have below the seat, if you discount the unironed fabric. So I'm torn about working on these today, vs muslining the New Look pants. Hmmmm, now after looking at these pictures, I remember that my Betzina pants looked wonky too, but ended up fitting beautifully. Decisions, decisions. Maybe I'll just knit instead! (Or watch the "Hand Embellishing Knit Fabric" class by Natalie Chanin that I purchased on Craftsy this morning. I know, I know, but the reviews were glowing and I fell asleep last night reading her book, so I just had to do it. I'm seriously considering an Alabama Chanin dress for Mardi Gras, maybe something like this in purple with beading. It would be so rebellious...so green...so "crunchy".....so WEIRD!
Here is a sneak preview of my next book, “Ribbonwork Flowers” which will be available March, 2015! Create a floral fantasy Gather, twist, and stitch an array of flowers from elegant rib…
Behind the curtain at Les Passementeries de L’île de France
Bring your garden to life with these amazing DIY garden ideas. From vertical gardens to raised beds and beyond, there are plenty of ways to add a personal
These cute and unique handmade "caterpillar" plant stakes catch the light and sparkle in the sun, and they are sure to bring magic to your potted plants or garden! They are approximately 8 inches in length, with 5 inches of decorative beads, leaving 3 inches to insert into the soil of your plant pot or garden. The caterpillar stakes are gently curved like a caterpillar's body. The head is a large ceramic bead (pick the color you want with the drop-down menu). These caterpillar stakes are handcrafted stakes made with aluminum wire decorated with quality European Lampwork and Murano glass beads. Each one is handmade and unique. Please select the caterpillar "Head bead" you prefer (they are different colors as seen in the photos). If you have specific bead color request, please leave instructions in the Personalization box. Otherwise you will receive a stake similar to that in the photo. PRICE IS FOR ONE (1) STAKE. Caterpillar Garden Stakes, Jeweled Stakes, Caterpillar Plant Pot Decor, Plant Stake Bling, Gardener Gift Decor, Garden Ornament
These fairy garden stakes (also called fairy garden wands) are beautiful indoors or outdoors! They catch the light and sparkle in the sun, and they are sure to bring magic to your potted plants or outdoor garden! These stakes can be “planted” anywhere, including garden plants, house plants, flower arrangements, or simply in the garden. They are wonderful garden ornaments. These also serve beautifully as Princess Wands for special little people at birthday parties or other occasions. You pick the color of the topper (using the drop-down menu) and I will design a beautiful stake for your plants - indoors or out. They will look very similar to the ones in the photos. The toppers are solid crystals measuring 1.5" in diameter. The stakes are handcrafted 13-inch garden stakes made with a sturdy stainless steel rod decorated with quality European Lampwork beads, Murano glass beads, and Tibetan alloy charms. Each garden stake includes approximately 8’’ of decorative beads, a gemmed topper, and 2 filigree butterfly dangling charms. The remaining 5" of the steel rod can easily be "planted" and secured in the ground or soil. Using the drop-down menu, select the color of the gemmed topper. I will design a beautiful stake for you. If you have specific color or charm requests, please leave instructions in the Personalization box. PRICE IS FOR ONE (1) STAKE. Garden Ornament, Beaded Fairy Garden Stakes, Fairy Wand, Plant Stake, Yard Art, Princess Wand, Birthday Party Wand, Gardener Gift Decor
12 DIY Garden Craft Projects- Fun ideas for your yard or garden
These beautiful garden or plant stakes can be added to any potted plant or to a hanging flower basket! These are beautiful when put in the sun because they shine in every way! Stakes can be made with charms or without--up to you! Each stake is unique with multiple glass beads and I can make them to order or if you’d like one that is pictured, please specify. All colors are available - if you would like a custom order the processing time may be a bit longer due to getting products in stock.
If you are following The Paper Heart blog, you know my idea about a Capsule craft collection. And how inspiring it is for me to work and experiment with a purposely limited number of craft materials and tools. So, you know how much I am advocating buying less to create more for yourself. In this article I will show you how easy it is to make paper scrapbook embellishments using limited, only white, watercolour paper and a limited number of tools. The most important and essential tool here is my Sizzix Big shot machine, and I don’t think there is…
If you want creative DIY project ideas that do not require the use of power tools, this is for you. Have a look at what you can make including garden art decor, birdfeeders and birdhouses, miniature gardens, and crafty projects with plants.
Get ready to solve some daily mysteries with this list of 40+ everyday things you didn't know the purpose of and what they were originally intended for
Learn how to “grow” flowers from metal wall art to plant a little whimsy with flower garden stakes! An easy DIY and way to add instant blooms and a whimsical addition to your garden. Ha…
The garden is a great place to be creative, not only with plants but also with DIY garden projects. Check out all of the garden tutorials for practical and pretty garden elements.
These cute and unique handmade "caterpillar" plant stakes catch the light and sparkle in the sun, and they are sure to bring magic to your potted plants or garden! They are approximately 8 inches in length, with 5 inches of decorative beads, leaving 3 inches to insert into the soil of your plant pot or garden. The caterpillar stakes are gently curved like a caterpillar's body. The head is a large ceramic bead (pick the color you want with the drop-down menu). These caterpillar stakes are handcrafted stakes made with aluminum wire decorated with quality European Lampwork and Murano glass beads. Each one is handmade and unique. Please select the caterpillar "Head bead" you prefer (they are different colors as seen in the photos). If you have specific bead color request, please leave instructions in the Personalization box. Otherwise you will receive a stake similar to that in the photo. PRICE IS FOR ONE (1) STAKE. Caterpillar Garden Stakes, Jeweled Stakes, Caterpillar Plant Pot Decor, Plant Stake Bling, Gardener Gift Decor, Garden Ornament
One person’s trash can truly become another person’s treasure, especially in the world of gardening. Gardening has always been a realm of all things re-used
Add some whimsy to your garden with these DIY garden art ideas that will brighten up your flower beds, garden paths and landscape.
