Simple Organization for a Joyful Life. This Sunday I spent about 4 hours cooking. A few months ago I signed up to receive the menu plans from Once A Week Cooking. But this weekend it was time to get back on track. How did I do it? That Mr. Brown saw on Barefoot Contessa.

Crowned Embellishments by Meg Fish! Aint she just a beauty! Oh I just love her to pieces. So i tried to get her on her belly, but she woke up soon after. She is four months old on tuesday. so yes, wishful thinking on my part. But I snagged a decent shot of her wearing her Crowned Embellishment. Well, a girl can dream. Send her some love! Links to this post.

A Failed Challenge, Four Successful Garments. Back in March, I think, I decided that I wanted to take part in the Dress Like Your Grandma Challenge. Organised by Tanya of Mrs Hughes, not so much for sewing something vintage, but more as a tribute to my grandma. I wanted, however, to stay true to the shape of the dress bodice and for that reason I used Simplicity 1587. It always surprises me how different garments can look, when using different fabrics.

Creative, serious, and inspiring stories and thoughts on life, love, family, and the world around us. I also share my gift shop items to encourage cheerful giving! I also want to promote other handmakers of great variety- so please browse and click around! Friday, December 4, 2009. Thank you again for your support! Saturday, November 28, 2009.

Wednesday, October 22, 2008. I debated on whether or not I should link up for this one, but figured there must be some people out there that might want to check out my stuff.