My Life in Movies
(Something completely silly I wrote a few years ago when snowed in and bored) Movie my brothers got taken to see while my mother was giving birth to me: Return…
Make Money Online: Swagbucks
One of the things I admire most about the "Greatest Generation" (besides their amazing fashion sense, of course) is their frugality, their "make-do-and-mend" approach to money and possessions. They knew…
Replacing a Coat Lining
I've been meaning to write about replacing a coat lining for months--I'm either very late, or very early! J has a now-vintage winter coat from Structure (the former men's line…
Free and affordable resources for sewing formal gowns, bridesmaid and prom dresses
Bridal gowns, prom and bridesmaid dresses, evening wear-- formal clothing can be some of the most expensive items your closet. It can also be hard to find a good fit…
Inspiration: Jose Romussi embroidered vintage photographs
I absolutely love what Jose Romussi does to vintage photographs of dancers... string art and embroidery taken to a whole new level. Related articles Inspiration: Essential Instagram Accounts about Art,…
Inspiration: Stephen Shore
I probably shouldn't admit that I first learned about Stephen Shore on Pinterest. I became kind of obsessed with the picture above. I feel like I've been in this…
That time I was in a Haiku Club
Once upon a time, I was in a club which required its members to send a haiku by text message (SMS), one day per week. Each member had an assigned…
Inspiration: Our Favorite Instagram Accounts Featuring Detroit (and Elsewhere in Michigan)
As you probably know, around these parts, we love Detroit fiercely. The city is exciting and inspiring, not to mention sprawling. Happily for all of us, though, there are lots…
Inspiration: Essential Instagram Accounts about Art, Photography, & Creativity
We've already shared some of our favorite art-focused blogs, but today seemed like a good day to share a peek at our social media list. Who doesn't need a little…
Kitchen: Fireball Whisky Truffles
(This recipe disappeared off Fireball's website, so use it at your own risk!) 20 ounces bittersweet chocolate (60 to 70 percent cocoa), divided into a 12-ounce portion and an 8-ounce…
In the Shop: 1-day, $1 sale!
We are considering the very real possibility of moving, and this made me look around the Etsy shop and panic. So, for one day, everything in the shop is marked…
Wedding Rings | Jason Charles Jewellery
Inspiration: Wedding Rings for Men
Don't you love jewelry that's trying hard not to look like jewelry? Here are some great wedding ring ideas for folks that aren't totally sold on wearing rings for rings'…
The eternal to-do list: Pinterest dessert ideas
Perusing my oldest Pinterest pins (on a Saturday night! How exciting!), I noticed how when I joined 5 years ago, I tended to only pin foods that were kind of…
Blogs I Read about Art
Do you need to nourish your art-loving soul? Take a peek at my current Feedly "ART" category for some inspiration! Artwork of the Day from The Metropolitan Museum of…
Material Monday: Stocking the stash with Fabric Mart bundles
If you're one of those brave souls willing to shop online for fabric, you've probably come across Fabric Mart. Not only do they have a nice selection of fabrics at…
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In the Shop: Sewing Patterns
Vintage Sewing Pattern Roundup--Etsy Sale Edition Growing up with a mom who sewed, I developed a love for patterns early in life. Sitting at that little table in the fabric…
Inspiration: Jane Austen Adaptations
It's amazing how many creative minds have taken Jane Austen's brilliant Regency-era novels and re-imagined them on film. Below is an ever-increasing list of period adaptations, modern reworkings, and films…