There was a time in my life when starting something felt like a thrill, but finishing? That was a different story. I had so many big ideas, so many projects I poured my heart into at the beginning, only to let them drift away unfinished. It wasn’t because I didn’t care—it was because I didn’t […]
Starting Again
I’ve been thinking about this for a while now—about writing again, sharing again. It feels a little strange, like picking up a book I’ve left open for too long, the pages still waiting for me to return. But here I am, ready to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) and let the words […]
I turned 40 today.
I turned 40 today. It seems weird to say that. I don’t feel 40. What does 40 feel like exactly? I don’t feel like what I thought 40 would feel like when I was younger. It just feels like another day. I had plans at 38 to do a “Road to 40” series starting on […]
DIY Fabric Labels
Fabric labels are a great addition to any craft project. The uses are limitless. I started adding these to my quilts and can’t believe I didn’t do it from the beginning. You can purchase printable fabric sheets that work with your inkjet printer. They vary in price but are very easy to use. My issue […]
Thanksgiving Memories
We’ve learned a lot about Thanksgiving in the past few years. We’ve learned that the “first Thanksgiving” wasn’t about the Native Americans and European settlers coming together in peace and happiness. We’ve learned that our past has been white-washed to present a history of our country that seems a lot nicer than it really was. […]