Category Archives: crafts

Lego’s, Mill Hill, and Beaded Bell

Posted on 23 October 22 by janicelynn

This is a giant reminder to self ….. a small hammer is your friend, switch mill hill kits to fabric, and do not make beaded bells ever again. This is my latest Lego finish, Diagon Alley. Using a small hammer … Continue reading →

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Christmas In July Continues

Posted on 28 July 19 by janicelynn

Christmas In July is almost over… today is the last day for the Hallmark Christmas movie marathon .. I have totally enjoyed those sappy, silly movies! I have spent all of my limited crafty time working on the Bucilla ‘Tiny … Continue reading →

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The Physical Therapist used the “S” Word

Posted on 12 August 18 by janicelynn

The word is “stitch”! My therapist says I am getting closer to stitching time! In the meantime, I am finally physically able and have decided to continue with my needlework inventory. This time I am working on my needlework library. … Continue reading →

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One Thing Leads to Another …

Posted on 31 March 18 by janicelynn

Boohoo, poor me.  It seems that my shoulder problem is bigger than expected.  As the medical experts try to figure out what is going on I plan to take these few days to do as much as I dare with … Continue reading →

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Shopping Therapy

Posted on 12 February 18 by janicelynn

So…. this shoulder thing seems to be a baby step progression — with an occasional backslide. I am currently coming back from a backslide and what better way to feel better than a little therapy — shopping therapy. With less … Continue reading →

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Annual Project Goals – 2018

Posted on 06 January 18 by janicelynn

I have been dreaming of all the projects I will work on in 2018! My evenings will be all about knitting and crocheting blankets (afghans) and my days will be spent with cross stitch, needlepoint, and a variety of sewing … Continue reading →

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Felted Wool Pincushion

Posted on 11 November 17 by janicelynn

A quick and cute project that I made yesterday. This was a kit that I picked up during a Phoenix shop hop at a now closed shop called the The Quilted Apple.

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Toothbrush Rug — 8 Day Project

Posted on 12 September 17 by janicelynn

Several years ago I bought a pattern and tool to make a toothbrush rug.  I tried to start one and failed and moved on to making a locker hook rug. A couple of weeks ago I stumbled on a youtube … Continue reading →

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Progress on Quilt & 2018 Calendar

Posted on 19 June 17 by janicelynn

Back in the day when my children were little I often made the “Jeweled” calendars from Bucilla.  I don’t think that Bucilla makes them anymore but I did find one that I like from Creative Connection, Inc.  They are fast … Continue reading →

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Project List for 2017

Posted on 31 December 16 by janicelynn

My 2017 project list – it just keeps growing. Quilting Quilt for baby Cooper – must do!! Pick a BOM from resource center and make top Knitting Six bandages for DOVE – must do!! Last 2 car seat blankies from … Continue reading →

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