Archive for September, 2008

going trendy for the fall…

I decided to be a little trendy today and embrace the colors of Fall 2008 … in my blog headers. Thrilling? Not so much, but a change of pace for all.
This year’s forecast has the popular jewel tones, but also includes some classic rustic undertones. And I’m in love with ochre… please let it [...]

it’s officially divided!

This is a warning to all future visitors: you may be asked to assist in projects during your stay. Dad M was out for a short weekend visit from the east, and decided to tackle our molding project with Mr. M on Sunday. They measured and painted and sanded and mitered… and in the end [...]

my winter mission

1) make my hair cut look this adorable2) work it in red and black — with red tights being essential
and just for fun…3) carry two bags and make it look like they were purposeful accessories
[thank you Kate Spade]

pretty little things club

The amazing and stupendous Jordan F has created a monthly “pretty little things club” for her loyal fans. You can subscribe for $42/6 mo. or $74/1 year — and surprises will await you in your mailbox.
What a wonderfully delightful idea… I can’t wait to see what the pretty little things actually are!

simple fabric labels

Here’s a quick and easy tutorial on how to create little labels for your fabric/clothing creations. Essentially, you’ll just use some t-shirt transfer paper to iron the strips onto the twill ribbon.
I wonder how easily this would work with other types of ribbon??

multicolored pumpkins anyone?

There is something highly intriguing about a gray pumpkin…
I really need to practice this art of pumpkin carving, since all previous attempts have turned up lots and lots of mush, and nothing this pretty.