Utterly helpless in the presence of beautiful sewing tools and notions, I am madly in love with pretty much everything made by British sewing company Merchant & Mills. On the off chance that you’re a sewer and aren’t already acquainted with their simple, old-timey goodness, I feel that it’s my duty as a craft writer …
Cold brew coffee is my dirty little morning secret: It’s easy, it’s strong, it’s versatile, and it’s a whole lot smoother and less acidic than hot brewing methods. In short, served hot or cold, it makes a damn fine cup of joe with no fancy equipment needed. (Plus, cold brew concentrate is way, way stronger …
What’s even more ridiculous than Las Vegas? Las Vegas filled with crafters, of course! This year, CHA Summer 2013 took over the city known for glitz and glitter. (Seems somehow fitting, doesn’t it?) Here are a few of my favorite photos from the trip: Did you know that Basic Grey makes fabric too? Well, ya …
Yesterday, I finally purchased a drawing book and took the first steps toward overcoming my fear of sketching. (I’ll tell you about the book later, once I’ve had a chance to work with it a bit more.) Aptly, the first exercise instructed me to get into bed and draw cats. Of course, I obliged. And, …
