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Thing-a-Day #14

admin — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:24:15 +0000

Many, many years ago as a kid, I made a basketweave heart out of construction paper for my mom. She really loved it and has referred to it over the years.

This year, I thought I’d make her a new one.. but updated with felt, buttons and some fancy stitching. I kinda screwed up which means I should really pin down the ends the next time around.

It’s a little too late for a V-Day tutorial but I can make one if anyone’s curious.

Purchased Item: Love Gnome from SewnNatural @ Etsy

admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:03:00 +0000

I recently bought something from SewnNatural. Not only did I receive this adorable felt love gnome but also a gift – a felt heart!

The workmanship is amazing and the cute gift makes this whole experience even more awesome. I’m pretty sure the Valentine’s day recipient will love this :D

Atheist Symbol

admin — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:43:00 +0000

Atheists now have a logo to represent themselves – sweet!

UPDATE: Logo is the official version that was voted on recently. Read more here.

WIP: Silk Neckerchief

admin — Wed, 14 May 2008 11:35:00 +0000

This project was to be a Mother’s Day gift for my mom.. She’s a big fan of neckerchiefs and silk ones at that. I had bought 2 skeins of silk yarn while in Argentina with the intention of making her a shawl. But I noticed.. she doesn’t wear shawls. She has a few dozen mini scarves and can’t seem to get enough of them. Not to mention that I couldn’t work on this project on the train considering only my size 5 circulars and size 8 flat needles were train friendly and I’d be needing size 10s… so I figured a small project would do just fine.

This in its early stages at about 35% done:
This was after the second attempt. I should’ve known that using metal needles + silk yarn was going to be troublesome – it makes for some very fast knitting.. but.. one of the stitches slipped off at one point. I tried undoing rows and picking the stitches up but silk is VERY slippery! The whole thing became undone.. le sigh..

More to come when it’s finished and blocked.

Announcement: Christian Dior Exclusive Retailer of Mellowbeing’s Merchandise

admin — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Happy Pi Day

admin — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:57:00 +0000

From me, to you.

Photos stronger than words update?

admin — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:57:00 +0000

Happy New Year’s one and all! A quick update to show ya what I’ve been up to lately (rather than writing a bit too much about the last month or so..)

In order: Christmas Eve, small dinner at my house where I finally used tips from Lifehacker’s blog on how to fold napkins prettily, handmade Christmas gifts for friends – crochet peeling banana doll wearing the official “B.a.G.” badge (spell it out), ninja plushie doll, 3 sets of jewelry for 3 lovely girls and my recently decorated room with several posters and postcards. I believe that brings us up to date?

25 = 5^2

admin — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 03:11:00 +0000

I love playing with numbers.. and guess what 25 means? Quarter of a century.. another ‘82 baby turns 25 this year. Oh the horror!

My 25th birthday is this November 3rd, a Saturday (oh yeahhh).

In order to make the process a little less dramatic (ha) I wanted to create a small giveaway on my blog. Just leave a comment and you just might be the lucky winner of 3 pins from my shop – your choice! (You can view the pin select here). I figure I’ll write down the names of the commenters and pick one at random from a hat.

I’ll post the winner on Monday! Good luck :o)

Happy Mother’s Day

admin — Sun, 13 May 2007 15:58:00 +0000

Made with love for all the mommies out there :)

Easter Wishes

admin — Sat, 07 Apr 2007 22:07:00 +0000