fabric hoarding isn't an obsession, it's a lifestyle!
As of today, I have been working from home for over 2 years. It has been an intense learning experience. Setting schedules, studio cleaning, budgeting…. It has taught me so much about working for myself and the biggest change I have had to make is MAKING TIME for self care. Forcing yourself to take some […] Read more…
Each year for Valentine’s Day, little man and I get crafty and design something fun for his classmates. Last year we did festive Rice Krispie squares using Alex’s recipe on Yummy Mummy Club. This year we opted for bookmarks because as he gets older, the cheesy cheap valentines seem even cheesier! Colour In Valentine’s Day […] Read more…
If you’re tired of boring clutch patterns for beginner makers, then I have a treat for you! I rounded up some of my favourite patterns PLUS a bonus pattern that is excellent for first time zipper users. Check out my list of Clutch Patterns for Beginner Bag Makers below! Stand up clutch This one […] Read more…
Today is National Thesaurus day and as a writer, how do I not celebrate! When I am working on blog posts for myself, Andrie Designs or Craft Box Girls, I am constantly referring to a thesaurus online. Why? Because how many times do we really need to say something is “good” without changing words […] Read more…
Today on PTBO Makes, you get to meet Pax Jewellery. Annie creates stunning one of a kind jewellery. I met her at last years Finer Things Show and I’m so excited for you to see her work and for you to get to know her a little more! Say hello to Annie and read more about her business […] Read more…
Last month I tackled one of my first pieced quilt patterns, The Kittens by Elizabeth Hartman. Most of the other quilts I’ve done have been my own pattern or basic squares so this was my first time following quilting instructions. This pattern was a breeze to put together but for my first one, I decided […] Read more…