Category Archives: other crafting

No trip to a city with a Kinokuniya is complete without, well, a trip to Kinokuniya, so of course we went during our day in LA. I actually exercised some self control and purchased just a couple books, neither of … Continue reading →

I guess I am the indoor craftsperson, and Peter is the outdoor craftsperson. Look what he whipped up over the weekend: Before and After There’s the unsightly electrical box with cords followed by the lovely custom cabinet. Since I am, … Continue reading →

Amy has a couple new lines of jewelry available at amyville now. And lucky me, I got a pair of breakfast earrings! With my donut necklace, I have a complete breakfast.

I’ve been busy or something lately, so not much crafting has been going on. We did go see David Sedaris last night, and he was so hilarious our faces hurt. He encouraged everyone to buy this book, which he edited. … Continue reading →

The genius Hillary had the excellent idea to post the ISBN numbers for Japanese crafty books. She also has great information about where and how to order any of these. Others have followed suit, and you can go here to … Continue reading →

We had a fun but quick trip to the Bay Area. Peter got his boat fix and got to test drive a Dodge Sprinter, and I got to see some old friends (including cancer-fighting Megan, who is looking very good … Continue reading →

For those of you who did not heed my advice and visit Amyville to check out her Scottsdale Sweets line, I bet you will now! Check out the goods: They are dangly and sparkly and super delicious looking!

My, but I did not know the dish soap apron would cause such a reaction! Peter doesn’t understand my fascination with the aprons, but I’m glad you all do. Anyway, I am busy buying double-fold bias tape on ebay for … Continue reading →

Today I made a Christmas stocking for my friend Wendy’s wee one. I have to send her older one her poncho, so I figured I could kill two birds witih one stamp and send the stocking, too! It’s a little, … Continue reading →

Amy of miniature clay sushi fame sent me a magnificent surprise ball: Check out the great prizes she included! Here are some closeups of the goodies: Can you believe that miniature sweater? It has a little donut appliqued onto it! … Continue reading →