My craft table is in a state of mayhem. While the end result of things made on the table are pretty, the process is not. New Year's Resolution: get organized!
Sleep masks
I think I need to purchase a sleep mask. After staying up to usher in the New Year and sleeping till nearly noon yesterday, I found myself awake all last night tossing and turning. The faint glow from the alarm clock seemed like headlights illuminating the room.
Here are some of my favs on Etsy:
1. Silk Devilry eye mask @ LoveBabyGrand
2. Charcoal Damask eye mask @ oddsnblobs
3. French lavender aromatherapy cat eye mask @ Naomilingerie
Beautiful sewing cabinet refresh
Take a look at this gorgeous sewing cabinet refresh by Betsy Speert. I especially like the ruler stencil she used on the top and you can see the nitty gritty of how she did it on her blog. I've been searching for a new sewing box—the one I've had since I was nine years old bit the dust in our last move. I nearly cried. Now I'm thinking that upgrading to sewing cabinet is worth exploring after seeing Betsy's creation.
images by besty speert
Garbage bag ghosts
Halloween is my favorite holiday, but I wanted to try some upcycling for decorations this year. I realized with a circular piece of cardboard, a garbage bag and a twist tie, a very credible ghost could be created. Here's a photo of one blowing in the breeze. Now it's time to carve the pumpkin!
Upcycled sweater pumpkins and more
Here are a few of my favorite handmade pumpkins:
1. Stenciled burlap pumpkin @ nanaandcompany
2. Upcycled sweater pumpkin @ whimsysworkshop
3. Chevron pumpkin pillows @ houseofhardy
Sublime Stitching Embroidery SALE
Quick! There's a sale over at Sublime Stitching Embroidery of select designs and tools until October 31. You'll find unique designs that have an edge. Jenny Hart is the founder and artist extraordinaire. You can see more of her creations at jennyhart.net and embroideryasart.
all designs © sublime stitching embroidery
Stitches by Sarah Jane Studios
Aren't these embroidery patterns by Sara Jane Studios fresh and fetching? I particularly like the "Use it up, wear it out — make it do, or do without" pattern.
