Monthly Archives: February 2010

I meet a fellow local crafter, and make a cool embroidered piece

I have lunch with Jenn of artbyzahrt.com, and I make a little framed embroidered piece to turn into jewelry. Continue reading

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A tale of two bags

Detailed process notes on my two most recent bags. Continue reading

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On eating out and the possibility of a sample sale

I spend a productive day, appreciate eating out, and ponder holding a twice-yearly sample sale of my imperfect items. Continue reading

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I overcome a funk, with a little help from a friend

Grey weather and all-around imperfect health in our household put me into a creative funk. But I snap out of it with a perfectly timed gift from a friend, and the realization that I have to just chase the joy in whatever I’m doing. Continue reading

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Two fabric-jewelry books and what I do with them

I take care of our cat, rest my own head, and do a little bit of crafting and a little bit of brainstorming. Continue reading

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What I’ve been up to all weekend

I finally get the bulk of the work done on my website overhaul. Continue reading

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Sick day

I’m sick, but I learn how to make fabric flowers. Continue reading

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