Bandanas and Headbands

Bandanas and Headbands

I started making headbands when my girls were younger as a “practical, yet pretty” way to keep hair out of their faces.  I added them to my Etsy shop and they have always been popular.  Although they are not the main emphasis of my shop, I...
WHoooooooo Could Resist This Little Guy (or Girl?)

WHoooooooo Could Resist This Little Guy (or Girl?)

We saw this little guy when we peeked out window yesterday!  At first he was in the bushes that were very low to the ground.  A little research on Ohio owls led us to conclude it is a Saw whet Owl.  They say he is very friendly and he was quite...
Merry Thank You!

Merry Thank You!

Ravelry Pattern”Thank You”First, thank you to my friend Barbara for knitting me this adorable Christmas Tree dishcloth!  My heart skips a beat when I receive a hand knitted gift – because, as a knitter, I appreciate the thought, time and yarn...
Mug Rugs, Cocoa and Personalized Mugs

Mug Rugs, Cocoa and Personalized Mugs

I enjoy finding a gift that I can make in bulk and share with family and friends at Christmastime.  I have used my favorite hot cocoa recipe for years.  (Recipe below.)  Often I put it in a zip-loc bag and stick it in a gift bag and I have an instant...
Annie’s At It – Crafty Gifts in Bulk

Annie’s At It – Crafty Gifts in Bulk

Annie has been creating up a storm this past month.  Most of the items that she has made I’ll share with you after Christmas.  She and I both like to make some items in big batches.  She usually makes gifts for all of her aunts and also wanted to...