Summer is here! If you could use a miniture tassel to adorn your hot weather accessories keep reading for a … More
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A Mini Redwork Quilt – My One Monthly Goal Challenge for May
Once upon a time, my Mom lived in a very rural, backwoods setting. On the way to her house was … More
How to Sew a Tiny Peasant Dress
After Hanna showed up on our doorstep wearing nothing more than the sock given to her by the House Elves who rescued her, she needed something to wear. I used this versatile pattern to make her a nightgown as well as a new dress.
Food in Jars Mastery Challenge for January. Lemon Curd with Bonus Lemon Extract
My year got off to an awesome start when I realized that Marisa of Food in Jars was hosting another … More
Miss Wigglyhead Christmas Fudge
Miss Wigglyhead is a little late getting away this year to join her distant cousins for their annual Yule time celebrations. She was waiting around until I made some fudge and a few other treats so she could take some with her as a gift. Now you could say that it was pretty smart of her to let me do all the work while she takes all the credit, but she did pitch in and help in the kitchen – but only after I made her a new apron!
Striving for Victory – A Make do and Mend Ornament
Despite the challenges of rationing, absent loved ones, and a lack of material goods, people still found a way to … More
Striving for Victory – Miss Wigglyhead Does Her Bit (Part 1)
Always ready to contribute, Miss Wigglyhead is doing her bit to help out her distant relatives, the Gnomes, in their … More
The cost of food – Butter is beautiful, but lard is also lovely. And so are gingersnaps.
Christmas is over for another year. One of my favorite Christmas activities is Christmas baking but I didn’t do as … More
The Adventures of Miss Wigglyhead – All Dressed Up for Christmas
Well, it’s that time of year. The air smells like pine needles and fresh baked cookies. The holiday season must … More
Food in Jars Mastery Challenge – When the stars align: fermenting free milk
This month’s Food in Jars Mastery Challenge was all about using fermentation to preserve food. Despite the health benefits provided … More
