Russell from Disney's Up Costume I have so many mixed feelings about Halloween this year. My kids are growing up (sniff, sniff) and it just isn't the same holiday as it used to be. For years and years it was all about elementary school parades, class parties and then hurrying home from school to make a gigantic big pot of chili and then rushing out the door to go trick or treating with all three kiddos as a family. It was heaven. This year we will only have one trick or treater. The ... View the Post
Archives for October 2019
Azure Skies Quilt Pattern in Solids
I made this quilt awhile back...but haven't shared it yet..it's our Azure Skies Quilt Pattern sewn up in Riley Blake solids! We originally designed this pattern with our Azure Skies fabric line in mind....the florals and graphic prints: But I love it just as much sewn up in the bright Confetti Cottons! This quilt is fairly large, finishing up at about 70" x 75", but comes together rather quickly. And looks great sewn up in florals as well as solids! And I love the ... View the Post
Cheesy Cauliflower Soup
One of my very favorite soups at Zupas is their cheesy cauliflower soup and I have been trying for several weeks to make one at home that tastes just as good. And I think I have found one! I don't claim it is a knock off recipe--mostly because I am not that good--but I love this soup and so does my family. And it can be made in 30 minutes so you can get dinner on the table fast! I paired it with homemade bread and I know it's going into the rotation for winter. It is so good! This soup is ... View the Post
Would You Rather Holiday Edition
My kids love to play "Would You Rather" all the time...in the car, at the dinner table, on the way to school, whenever...and my husband and I can't help but join in. Here's how to play...someone asks a question like "Would you rather never eat breakfast again or only eat breakfast foods for the rest of your life?" And then the debate begins. It's a good time. So on a recent road trip we came up with a list of holiday related "Would You Rather" questions and decided to share ... View the Post
What is Swiss Chard and How to Use it
A Farmers Market popped up at the park next to my house this summer and I fell in love. It was fabulous to go every Saturday and pick up fresh fruit, vegetables, breads, etc. Over the weeks my family and I became enamored by all the beautiful produce on display and found ourselves trying food that we haven't often, if ever eaten....food like Swiss Chard. I initially bought Swiss Chard because I wanted to draw it. The colored stalks...the lovely leaves....it was asking to be studied ... View the Post
10 Halloween Quilts for a Beginner
Halloween is the perfect time to make a quilt! There is nothing better than snuggling up under a cozy quilt and watching a spooky Halloween movie (even if that is "The Great Pumpkin" Charlie Brown movie at our house ;). So today I give you a round-up of 10 Halloween Quilts for a Beginner to make. This Halloween strip quilt is one of the simplest to make but makes a big statement with cute Halloween fabrics that are pre-cut and ready to sew up. Find the full tutorial HERE. This ... View the Post