I just received the new issue of Somerset Life in the mail. Inside you’ll see several projects of mine, all of which are fairly quick and easy to create. If you’re like me and you have a kid (or kids) home from school, finding big chunks of time to create doesn’t happen very often. So lately, in order to scratch this “I gotta make something” itch, I’ve been doing simple projects that can be done in roughly 30 minutes or less (not counting drying time.) This way I get to do it all – keep creating AND spend more time with Brook.
Here’s a look at my projects that are featured in the current summer issue of Somerset Life. I’ve included the how-to instructions within the articles, but please feel free to let me know if you have any specific questions…thanks.
Pincushions using vintage tart tins and recycled wool as well as other scraps.
Coordinating aprons for Brook and myself – I made these from scratch, but if you’re feeling pinched for time you could easily alter store bought ones.
Creative living ideas like repurposing antique door knobs into pencil holders.
And an altered lamp shade frame (sorry this photo got cut-off.)
I hope that you’ve all been enjoying your summer so far. Whether this means sleeping in and lounging around or rushing out to greet the sun, have fun and drink it all in…ahh, summer life.
I’m thinking about taking some time off to hit the amusement park, spruce up our home (looks like spring cleaning is happening late this year), maybe take some side trips, etc. If I get too caught up in these activities my blog will most likely be on the quiet side. We’ll see…I’m planning to wing it these next few weeks. Summer is calling and I’m unable to resist!
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while my mom is visiting, we are going to be doing some creative projects. we will surely try to make the pincushions. enjoy your summer.
July 9th, 2010
i gotta get
my hands on
that magazine!
love the pincushions!
i have some tart tins
just dying to become
something pretty!!!
: )
happy day!
July 9th, 2010
I look forward to seeing your creations! I love the ideas… magic woven throughout with the memories of using what we have!
You are so right, summer is time to bask in the change in routine, the sun and all of it’s glory days! ;-D enJOY, the breezy days of summer and all that they provide~
July 9th, 2010
These are super fabulous! I love making tiny pin cushions with neat containers! I need to find some old tart tins!!!!
July 9th, 2010
Becky,
Nice job. I have been looking for it. It is so much fun to see your projects and letters in Somerset publications. They are just the best!
Suz
July 9th, 2010
I’m smiling from ear to ear…thank you all for the very sweet comments.
July 9th, 2010
you are so inspiring Becky!
and all of your creations are wonderful….you have quite a gift!!!!
i love that you are “winging it” the next few weeks…..i think sometimes the most memorable, fun, exciting times come out of when we simply “wing it”.
i cannot wait to hear of your summer adventures……soak it all up!
i am happy to back amongst my blog friends….have missed visiting with everyone!!!!
big hugs and love to you
xoxo
k
July 13th, 2010
On a road trip from OR to CA and have been reading Life. Joined a holiday swap and the hostess has a link to you on her favorites. Just picked up a couple of my first pieces that will be in Home. It’s such a small world, really.
Can’t wait to be home to try those oooey gooey bars!!!
July 15th, 2010
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