I used to be so intimidated by sergers and how to use them, much like everyone else before they begin. I was gifted my first serger (Baby Lock). I tried for months to learn how to thread it. In…

I never planned to do half the things I learned how to do. Most of what I learned how to do was out of necessity and lack of funds. You can get really creative when…

I decided this year that I was not going to buy anything new. At every chance, I was going to buy something old or used and upcycle it to either go into my home or to sell. I stumbled…

I love greenhouses, any size. The more creative, the more I love them. Upcycling is where I try to make something out of something else. My current yard is not big enough for a full size greenhouse…

I have always liked collecting seeds, buying seeds, and planting them. It is the greatest joy to watch the little seed pop through the soil and grow into large plants. I must admit I am not always successful in growing…

If you are anything like me organizing your sewing room or space is the last thing on your mind. Yet, it is a necessary thing that we all need to do. I have found because I am terrible at organizing…

This last year had quite a few changes that many of us do not have a handle on. The biggest thing was COVID-19. Many of which have profoundly changed our lives. If you are anything like me, we have…

I did not grow up eating these delicious Scandinavian donuts (Æbelskivers). Once I discovered them I had to learn how to make them. It did take me some time search to find the cast iron pan. I had a…

Best laid plans of most of us can and usually does go awry. Every year I have all kinds of ideas for decorating and for present making and which cookies I am going to bake. There is just never enough…

This year is a tough year to celebrate any holidays with family. With COVID-19 and the elections, it has made it difficult to get together. I know many of us have been putting up our Christmas decorations early to keep…

Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year. There is no grander feeling of love and sharing than at this time. I love decorating for holidays but, Christmas is one of the top favorites. I collect ideas…

I get so busy with holiday planning and what I want for food and decorations I had not stopped to think about this year. During a pandemic, what do you do? How am I going to enjoy the holidays…