Category: crafts

  • An easy make! Indie Pattern Pinafore Dress

    One of my first makes ever was the Indie Pattern Pinafore Dress and I have to say, what a great and gratifying first make! While there is no lining and definitely could have more deatiled instructions, it is a very gratifying first make with very few notions and steps needed.…

  • 2024 – The year of the stash bust

    2024 – The year of the stash bust

    Hello my friends! Before 2024 even started, my goal this year was to stop spending so much money and actually build a savings account up. If you read my last post, you also know that I had to take my dog to the emergency vet, which hit me both emotionally…

  • Craft Girl Christmas Wish List 2023

    Craft Girl Christmas Wish List 2023

    Ummm its already Christmas time?? Where the heck did 2023 go?! Anyways, I always have a list far too long for Santa to fulfill, but I also like having a list that will allow me to look back and treat myself through the following year as well! Here’s some things…

  • My EPIC Quest for a Second-Hand Serger

    My EPIC Quest for a Second-Hand Serger

    A lesson in waiting! SInce I have gotten back into sewing, I have wanted 2 massive things. To get a better, more professional machine and to obtain a serger and learn all about it. But there has been one big roadblock… Da money. Yes, I have a full-time job and…

  • Starting new projects – and finishing them!!

    Starting new projects – and finishing them!!

    While getting back into crafting, since I have so much more time now that I am not in school AND working, I have made it a goal to finish my projects. I have successfully done so with a few projects already! My first project was to revamp an old serger…

  • New old hobbies

    New old hobbies

    Ever since I was a little kid, my mom has been a huge part of fostering my creativity and creative spirit through a variety of ways. Whether that was singing in the car, singing in choir, playing an instrument, or learning new crafts, among a myriad of other creative outlets.…

  • Crafting During Quarantine: Polymer Clay Earrings

    We are starting to explore new things! I have always liked polymer clay earrings and have a bunch of them pinned to boards on my Pinterest and decided to finally give it a shot. While they are not perfect, I am very happy with them and will definitely wear them…