Butterfly Garden

A visit to the local Butterfly Garden

Nature's Inspirations

A simple to sew Foldover Wallet Clutch constructed from one piece of fabric. An easy to follow tutorial can be found here at Lizzy Curtis on YouTube. I altered mine slightly by making it a one pocket and added a button closure with a thread button loop. 

More Leaves!

Did I say I love the fall?! Oh yeah, I did :)

There are many legends as to why the leaves change color; here's one from the Farmers' Almanac.

Or if you're interested, here's the scientific explanation from National Geographic explaining why leaves change color.

Or if you'd prefer, here's a 4 minute podcast from NPR as to Why Leaves Change Color.

Legend or science, both are interesting. Either way, I LOVE when the leaves change color in the fall! Sooo lovely!

Cardinal

Spotted this Cardinal hanging around our bird feeder this summer. 
 
I believe this is a Northern Cardinal that can be spotted all year round in our area. 

They are a great sight, especially against a white winter backgorund. 

Junk Journal

I used the Tim Holtz Idea-ology worn notebook binder for this junk journal. I assembled the book using leftover papers from previous projects. I stamped, washi-taped and sticker-ed to my hearts content! Includes foldouts, tucks and journaling cards. Lots of collaging, but still room for notes and journaling! Ring bound journal allows you to easily re-arrange your pages! Fun project!

Loving The Fall!

Hmmm...Is it Autumn or Fall ? Interested in what the Merriam-Webster Dictionary has to say ? Click here.

As they say...Happy Fall Y'all !

Denim Sashiko Card Case

This was an easy to sew denim card case using one piece of fabric. I chose to add some sashiko stitching to the fabric before I sewed the card case. The finished dimensions for this two pocket card case are  4.25 x 3 inches.

You can find an easy to follow tutorial at The Sewing Room Channel to make this simple to sew card case. She also shows you how to add a snap closure. I chose to make mine a foldover style.

Great size for business cards or even a nice presentation if giving a gift card!