In order to have a real relationship with our creativity, we must take the time and care to cultivate it.

craft and pass it on

Current Crushes

2010 Sewing Calendar w/five of my projects!

Star Cookie Cutters

Dress up cards and invitations with Paper Source's Envelope Liner Kit

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Rotary Fabric Cutter

Krylon Chalkboard Paint

Chalkboard Paint

Paper Trimmer

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Handsewn fabric tea bags for loose tea favors

Gifts & Favors, Showers

Jessica Mullen wrote: "I saw your beautiful photos from the tea party and I have a quick question. I was wondering how you made the tea bags for the make your own tea take...Handsewn fabric tea bags for loose tea favors... »
 
 

Shrinky Dink Rabbit’s Foot Napkin Ring Keychain Favor

Decorations, Entertaining, Gifts & Favors, Showers

This is one of those craft projects that I just love. A little throwback, a little whimsical ...and totally original. The idea for Shrinky Dink rabbit's foot napkin rings that double as keychain favors...Shrinky Dink Rabbit’s Foot Napkin Ring Keychain Favor... »
 

 

Upper Crust Social Club Ladies’ Late-Night Tea Party

Entertaining, Showers

My ever-so-creative friend and frequent partner-in-crime Heather Crosby came up with a festive idea that encapsulates the two things we like best -- making things and spending time with friends -- by creating the...Upper Crust Social Club Ladies’ Late-Night Tea Party... »
 
 

High School Themed Engagement Party

Decorations, Entertaining, Showers

Hostess Heather Crosby had a blast from the past throwing a high school themed engagement party for her brother Chad and bride-to-be Shayda who met back in their teens. Starting with a handwritten ‘Secret...High School Themed Engagement Party... »
 

 

High School ‘Secret Passed Note’ Engagement Party Invitation

Invitations & Paper, Showers

Leave it to Heather Crosby to come up with an invitation concept that I've never seen before. Heather's beloved brother Chad and his lovely bride-to-be Shayda met way back in high school. A chance...High School ‘Secret Passed Note’ Engagement Party Invitation... »
 
 

Friday Inspiration: Turquoise and orange

Decorations, Showers, Weddings

I love the combination of turquoise and orange that Anne-Marie Rosser and Adam Whipple used for their intimate outdoor wedding reception on a Chicago terrace. Anne-Marie started with turquoise tablecloths and crisp white linen...Friday Inspiration: Turquoise and orange... »
 

 

Phone Book Wrapping Paper for Gifts

Birthdays, Gifts & Favors, Showers

AT&T delivered piles of telephone books to my neighborhood a couple of weeks ago. Not needing ours but cringing at tossing the stack into the trash I decided to find some crafty uses for...Phone Book Wrapping Paper for Gifts... »
 
 

Entertaining ideas from PenCarlson

Decorations, Gifts & Favors, Showers, Weddings

Our wedding photographers, Kiri and Brett of PenCarlson Photography, hosted a bright and cheery open house on Sunday for their new Chicago photography studio. Height is always good with buffets but I've never seen...Entertaining ideas from PenCarlson... »
 
 

Engagement Party Alphabet Cookies

Food & Drink, Showers

We co-hosted a couple's BBQ last July to celebrate the engagement of my friend Heather (H) and her fiance Noah (N). Our co-hostess Michelle Platts scored by bringing these festive romantic sugar cookies that...Engagement Party Alphabet Cookies... »
 
 

A baby is brewing

Baby & Kids, Gifts & Favors, Showers

Being a big tea drinker these favors from Rachel's baby shower were a big hit with me. A box of Twinings tea was wrapped in fresh green tissue and plastic, tied with printed silk...A baby is brewing... »