Rope Rug

Good morning all,
I often see on the world wide web big thick rugs made from Lord knows what. I always wanted to try one and now I have. Did do some investigating and found a site where they sold cotton rope by the foot. Not sure how much I would need, I decided to go the cheap route (or so I thought). Went to my neighborhood hardware store and bought the longest clothes line I could and a roll of jute. 200 feet. Upon my arrival home I got to crocheting. That didn't get me far! I bought another 200 feet and finished the job. $30 dollars into it and several hours later, it is 24" in diameter and about 3/4" thick. I'm certain it will last for generations. I'm not done yet! I've got some heavy jute I'd like to experiment with. Stay tuned for details on our 2nd annual Halloween window contest. Happy, happy week!

Bird Spa

Good morning all,
If you skipped ahead to the photo, you'll see what this post is about. I've been working on this for weeks and it will be available in the studio tomorrow for...not sure yet, I've got to figure that out. I've already got in the works my next zipper project and hope it comes together just as good as the bird spa has. It has not been tested but is constructed and finished with strong glues and epoxy. Stay tuned my feathered friends and happy, happy week! Go Pack!!!

Paper Pumpkin

Good morning all,
I know it's not quite that time yet, but it sure feels like fall! I did drag out my headband and mittens yesterday morning for my walk. It was only 42 degrees! Pictures is a little pumpkin made from a toilet paper core (can't seem to throw those away!). I have a small display at the studio with Halloween and fall decor that will expand October 1st. The event next month will focus on this theme and I'll offer 10 percent off these items.
Thanks to everyone who stopped yesterday for our water color event with Evie Grasse. Beautiful paintings and cards!
Stay tuned! Two really cool ideas in the works that will be revealed in the months to come. Happy, happy week and Go Pack!!!

Before & After

Good morning all,
At the beginning of each month we chance out one of the display windows. Last month was Maneque's window where she dons everything football. The new window features items repurposed. We thought it would be interesting to show how we can transform an old worn out or out of date piece into something new. The two Packer skirts I made last Saturday for the window are gone. I managed to make two more this week and they are sure to go fast. Stop by to check out our window and remember our event Saturday the 14th with Evie Grasse, water color artist. Hope to see you soon, happy, happy week and  Go Pack!

Wedded Bliss

Good morning all,
A few weeks past I had a gal come in the studio with a request to make some pillows for her daughters wedding. She presented three wedding dresses and a prom dress all holding sentiment for the bride to be. She showed me a clipping from a magazine which provided me with the information she wanted on each pillow. I loved the idea and was excited to get at it. The photos are the result and she was very pleased. I know my girls will never where my wedding dress (not that I blame them!) and one day if given the blessing of being mother of the bride, they too will be the recipients of a heartfelt wedding gift given with much thought and love. Happy, happy Labor Day week!