Cross Stitch plus Card Making with the ScanNCut DX

Rebecca and I have been super into Cross Stitching lately (more on that another day!) and one thing I wanted to see was how we liked combining it with card making! I’m going to be dipping my toes into embroidery as well (another topic for another day!) and I want to be able to use those skills on cards as well. I just adore the idea that a card can be a frame-able little work of art! It is also able to be removed by taking off tape.

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Starry Night Diamond Dotz

I’m always looking for fun projects to do with my daughters, things that will have us working together, having fun, and being off screens! One such project recently? Diamond Dotz! The company sent me Van Gogh’s Starry Night to try out – and oh we had a good time! Today I’ll talk about the process and why I think this makes a great project or gift.

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Around here: October 2018

The days are shortening and the kids are in the full swing of a normal school schedule now- meanwhile I am battling myself to keep up good healthy habits and make the most of my time. Some around here would prefer we just nap…

Ah but there’s no time for that! We’ve got star students (yay!), craft project ideas that want to be made, and health goals to achieve! I’ve signed up for a 5k race and need to at least be able to run a good chunk of it. I can do it (?!) – right??  Continue reading “Around here: October 2018”

Candy Corn Treats with ScanNCut DX

Tis the season for all things pumpkin, harvest, and candy corn! While not one of my all time favorite candies, it is one of the cutest of the season for decor & crafty fun! Today I am using my ScanNCut DX to make a felt layered candy corn accent perfect for a hair barrette, gift bag, or anything else you’d like!

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