So, you’ve just started weaving (or have for a while) and you love it! But, you are OVERWHELMED with where to purchase some of the most basic weaving tools and supplies. When you do a google search, you are brought to sites for every type of weaving: rigid heddle loom weaving, square loom weaving, stick…
Modern DIY Clay & Wood Bead Mobiles
Today, I’m popping in to share these DIY Polymer Clay and Wood Bead Mobiles that I recently created for our foyer. This project had all the elements that I love about crafting: architectural shapes, hard and soft elements, a bright palette, varying textures, and best of all, getting my hands dirty with a new favourite…
20 Beautiful Spring Wreath Ideas
Nothing says ‘welcome Spring’ quite so beautifully as a gorgeous wreath. The variety of blooms and colours offer so much visual appeal and possibility. And as a wreath-making addict, it is one of my all-time favourite crafts to create for my home. So, it may not come as a surprise when I tell you that…
5 Fresh & Creative Ways To Integrate Flowers In Your Home
This is going to seem a bit unusual coming from me, but I am a late comer when it comes to appreciating floral decor. Yep, it’s true. The girl who has pretty floral prints in her guest room, floral pillows in her living room, and who loves creating floral wreaths has been a late-bloomer (pardon the…
How To Make A Vision Board
First, a confession: When I first encountered the concept of a ‘vision board,’ I thought the whole thing was a bit bogus. I mean, why place a bunch of pictures on a poster or a cork board in the first place? At best, I’d have a fun and crafty project with some pretty pictures on it;…
Pretty Vintage DIY Floral Wreath
~ This post first appeared in the home and lifestyle blog Pastels and Macarons ~ I’ve been drooling over market-style floral wreaths for a long time now so I finally decided to create my own. This DIY version is particularly unique, however, incorporating a delicate mixture of dried and synthetic florals in a fresh and…
Weaving Tips: Low Density Vs High Density Warping
Have you ever wondered how a weaver can create both a fine weaving and a thicker weaving using the same loom? One way to accomplish this is to change the density of your warp (aka vertical strings). So what’s the difference between low density vs high density warping? Low Density Warping is when there is…
Cozy Winter Decorating Ideas
Once holiday decorations have been put away, it can be tempting to wait until spring before decorating again. After all, the winter blahs have a way of stunting our creative selves leaving us unmotivated to do very much (anyone else relate?). This invariably leaves our homes feeling bare and even ‘cold.’ I want to encourage…
12 Book Topper Ideas To Up Your Home’s Style
One of my all-time favourite ways to decorate a surface is with a simple stack of books and an accessory on top (or book ‘topper’). Like trays or risers, a stack of books is a great way to put a spotlight on a decorative object that has yet to find a home in your space….
5 Stylish Ways To Add Extra Storage In Your Living Room
Okay, I’ll admit it: I’m a bit of a slob. I spend a lot of my time cleaning up after myself. And I do mean a lot. It’s sad, really. This may be, in part, because I commute quite a distance to work and have precious little time in the evenings. And, perhaps not. Either…
Weaving Techniques: How To Make Waves
I thought I’d pop in today to share a simple way to make waves in your weavings. Once a beginner weaver feels comfortable experimenting with horizontal rows, it’s time to introduce textures and shapes. (For texture, I recommend you begin here, “5 Simple Ways To Add Texture” or here, “3 Mini Weavings, 2 Techniques.” For geometric…
Top 10 Posts of 2016
Hi Everyone! It’s great to be back on the blog again. Today, I’m sharing with you the Top 10 Posts of 2016. But first, I want to say ‘thank you’ for visiting. Your interest in this blog is incredibly humbling and only encourages me to continue to grow as a crafter and style enthusiast and…