A Snuggly Flannel Blanket (that is easy to make)
On November 12, 2022 by PamA couple of years ago, I made a “rag”quilt for our uncle. I have posted the link below: https://noroom4phonies.com/2021/10/22/rag-quilt-for-uncle-walt/ I love these cozy blankets because they are layers of felt, with batting of any thickness in between and they are easy to make and a great gift (which these blankets will be this Christmas). You
Make a Reversible Tote
On November 6, 2022 by PamThis is a great pattern…http://verypurpleperson.com/2010/04/making-reversible-bag/ I have made it four times now and I have some great tips for you!First, you need a denim needle. I made afew bags out of denim and you have to go slowly and they are super tricky to do. If you choose a lighter fabric, you want have as
The 2022 Sock Project – OCTOBER
On November 4, 2022 by PamMany people have told me – and I definitely know this myself – when I decide I am going to do something, I complete the task 99% of the time. So, it is no surprise that I have completed a pair of socks each month during 2022. It is on my list, every day…I do
The Christmas Cactus Blooms: How can we “give” this Christmas?
On October 27, 2022 by PamMy Christmas Cactus lived outside all summer. I recently brought it inside (a week after Labour Day) and this week it WOKE UP and decided to start blooming. I don’t know why it bloomed? I originally was given the Christmas cactus by our Uncle John – his son, Chris has a VERY green thumb. I
The Beauty of Nature – Autumn
On October 23, 2022 by PamI am blessed to live in Ontario where Autumn comes in all its glory and beauty. The last few days have been gorgeous – 20 degrees C and time for biking and gardening. I also turn a year older in the Autumn – so this year is 59 and I am 25 lbs lighter (since
Sew a Tie for ANY Occasion
On October 17, 2022 by PamDownload this free pattern to create a tie – mine are going to the three men in my family for Hallowe’en.. https://blog.treasurie.com/how-to-make-a-tie/
Boo Bags for Hallowe’en
On October 10, 2022 by PamHallowe’en is just around the corner! I love making extra special bags of treats for all my young friends. These are super simple – a bit of Hallowe’en fabric, ribbon, pinking sheers and some treats and you are on your way. Life is MUCH more fun when you are bringing other people joy and having
The Wanderer’s Wife is BACK…
On October 6, 2022 by PamLife has been a little crazy lately but we are managing to put our quilts together. Is it easy? Well, it is challenging and fun! The strips of fabric that are part of the design allow you to “make it work” because you can add or subract a strip, make it thinner or thicker…whatever is
The Sock Project 2022 – September
On October 4, 2022 by PamThis is a men’s sock – the yarn makes the beautiful pattern and I just added the solid for the toe and heel for variety. I am thinking that the sock project will continue into 2023. It is very satisfying to knit a sock every month – I am able to give them away and
Fall is Here – How about Soup Sunday?
On September 27, 2022 by PamA few years ago, when I was working fulltime, I started the Soup Sunday tradition. Each Saturday, I would make a batch of homemade soup and then on Sunday, instead of cooking a big meal, we would have soup and crackers or soup and homemade biscuits or bread. It is SO relaxing to just have
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