A couple of weeks ago I posted about resources for free printable botanical/nature art. But not being content to use what was already available, I made up my own batch. By “made up,” I mean I resized and cleaned up vintage artwork from multiple sources, mainly this book and this book on botanicus.org. Turns out […]
5 DIY Valentine’s Day Ideas
Currently I’m working on some Valentine’s Day ideas that I plan to share next week, but in the meantime I thought I’d dig up some ideas from years past. I’ve never been super sentimental about the holiday, but it is nice to have an excuse to be a little bit lovey-dovey. Plus, I’ll take any […]
Printable Feather Wrapping Paper
Yesterday I posted a bunch of present wrapping ideas, and I was so inspired by this one that I created my own version. Instead of evergreen branches, though, I scanned some pretty feathers. All I did was lay out the feathers on my scanner bed and scan them, and then I did a little bit […]
Reversible Cable Scarf Knitting Pattern
Yesterday I finally finished the scarf I’ve been working on for the last month. I’ve been joking that by the time I finished it, it would be too warm to wear it, but I was actually legitimately worried about that. Fortunately, while spring is on its way, I think I’ll be able to find plenty […]
Free Space Valentine’s Day Printable Cards
I’m pretty excited to share this little project that I’ve been working on. In honor of Valentine’s Day next week, I made these printable cards for you to give to anyone who appreciates a little silly romantic sentiment. Only two of them actually say anything about Valentine’s Day, though, so there’s no reason the other […]
Knit Heart Handwarmers Pattern
Lately I’ve been on a knitting kick, which I’m going to blame entirely on the snowy winter we’ve been having here. Just my luck to move to Boston in an especially harsh year. When it’s cold and wet outside and you don’t need to go out, snuggling in front of a movie with some knitting […]
Free Cable-Knit Headband Pattern
Get this free, easy, cable-knit headband pattern to knit up cozy winter earwarmers.