Author Archives: Emily

Martin’s Redsox Pillows

Some time ago I saved a brand new Redsox t-shirt that had been ordered too small and was in the garage sale pile. I decided to use it for a gift for Martin’s birthday and thought of making pillows. I … Continue reading

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Messy Bun Curls

The other day I was running behind schedule and needed to put my hair up fast for dance. It was a little damp but I put it up into a quick messy bun anyway. When I took it out later … Continue reading

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Magazine Bead Neacklace

This is the necklace I made from the magazine beads. I also used some small brown spacer beads.

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Sweet Potatoes

We grew sweet potatoes! We dug these up yesterday:

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Magazine Beads

I made these paper beads using old magazines. I love the jewelry that I make out of these, and I love the fact that I’m recycling something that was just lying around!

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Pink, Striped, Giant Cowl

I have been noticing all of the giant cowls around lately and really like the idea. They look so cozy. looking through my chop bin I found this turtleneck that I really disliked and had already started to dismantle. The cowl is … Continue reading

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Gel Distribution

Yay! Back to Carrots! I think the Aubrey’s conditioner was too heavy for my hair. Anyway, I read about the “proper” way put gel in your hair, and I think it works for me! You start with a little more … Continue reading

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My First Quilt!

My very first quilt is done! I’m so excited! My inspiration for the design was a bookshelf with books on it, it’s about 42″x53″. I did a little bit of embroidery on it and may add some more later. I definitely have … Continue reading

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