When I was little, my Mom began passing on her crafting knowledge to me and my sister. I think the one skill that has stuck with me through the years and the one that I enjoy the most is crocheting. I especially enjoy working on small projects that are useful and don't take a lot of time to make. Being able to complete a project in a short amount of time gives me a sense of satisfaction (of … [Read more...]
Getting a Morning Routine in Place + a Book Recommendation + Podcast #46
Listen to the Podcast: A few weeks ago we started reading through a book together in the Book Club in my Chat Community. The book is called Hello Mornings by Kat Lee. I can't say enough good things about this book and I am only on chapter 4! I thought on this podcast today I would share a bit about what makes this book so amazing and some of the things I have learned from it so far. You … [Read more...]
How to Set Up a Simple Daily Schedule Using Time Blocks + Podcast #45
Listen to the Podcast Over the years, as I have experimented with different ways to set up my daily schedule, the one method that I keep coming back to is using time blocks. This method not only gives you freedom within boundaries, but flexibility that still allows you to get things done! Intrigued? Good! Let's dig in! What are Time Blocks? Time Blocks are simply blocks of time that … [Read more...]
How to Use Your Calendar to Jump-Start Your Goals (+ Podcast #44)
Listen to the Podcast! The New Year has begun! Do you have some goals you want to work on this year? Today I want to share something that has helped me so much to get a jump-start on my goals and begin to make progress. It's easy at the beginning of the year to make our list of goals. But most of us find ourselves well into the new year and have not even started on any of them! I think … [Read more...]
Homemade for the Holidays #23: Lacy Scarf {crochet project}
I love to crochet and when I found this pattern I just had to give it a try! I had some Simply Soft yarn that I used and oh....this scarf is so soft and cuddly! I made a couple of these for gifts for Christmas. It isn't too hard either, so even if you are a beginner, give it a try! Have fun! MATERIALS: Yarn Crochet Hook - Size J Stitches used: ch, sl st, sc, dc, CrSt=Sk next … [Read more...]
Homemade for the Holidays #20: Crocheted Baby Blanket or Afghan
I love to crochet, so when I saw this pattern online for a crocheted afghan I had to give it a try! I made a small blanket for my daughter to use with her dolls, but you can make a full-sized afghan if you wish. I LOVE this pattern. It is so pretty. You can do it all in one color, or use multiple colors making a striped afghan. For this baby blanket I used Simply Soft yarn, but any worsted … [Read more...]
Homemade for the Holidays #19: Denim Quilt {sewing project}
I made this denim quilt when I was pregnant with Rachel (who is now 11). It was an easy sewing project using some old jeans and some flannel. You can make these quilts any size...from a crib quilt size to a full-sized quilt...and they are so warm! The small quilts work well for lap blankets too! If you are interested in making a denim quilt, click here for some online instructions. If you … [Read more...]
