valentine swap part 2

I recieved my 2nd package from the Strumpets Crumpets Valentine Swap yesterday! My other swap partner was Jenny of Everyday is a Holiday. She is an amazing artist! Her style is vintage sweets/bakery. I love all the pink & blues in her work!

She sent me a few prints and blank cards. I loved everything! She sells her prints & other products featuring her artwork in her shop, Everyday is a Holiday!

Thank you so much Jenny! Definitely a wonderful Valentine's Day surprise!

valentine doily

Wow! I have actually finished something! That doesn't seem to be happening a lot around here lately. I'm still feeling worn down this week but I have had bursts of energy. When I am feeling good I try to get some crafting done. I'm sure this snow isn't helping my energy. Snow makes me want to stay cozied up in my bed all day!

I made this doily for Valentine's Day but because I made it in a denim color I think it will look good anytime of the year! I love the shape of the hearts!

pattern found here

new colors

We originally planned on getting a big tree this year but decided yesterday to just change the decorations on our mini tree. Changing out the decorations is much cheaper anyway! I love the new color scheme - purple & blue.

scarves

I'm finally doing something with all that yarn in my stash that hasn't been used in a long time! Making scarves for those who need them this season.

My Christmas Mantle

I pulled out all the Christmas decorations today. I threw this garland together using some of the granny tree ornaments I had made using this pattern. This is my mantle as of now. Knowing me, I will change it a ton of times before Christmas actually gets here though :)

Old Christmas Cards

I found a way to reuse those pretty cards that were sent to me last year. I crocheted around the edges of each card and attached ribbon for hanging and I have easy and cute Christmas decorations!

what i've been working on

Here's a little sneak peek at some ornaments I'm making.

Guest Post: Meg (Twisted Tree) - Halloween Inspiration

Hello there That Is Charming readers!

My name is Meg, from the blog Twisted Tree where you can read the ramblings of my life as a stay at home mom to three perfect children and the wife to the most amazing man( at least I think so)!

Carol asked some of her blog friends to help her out with a guest post while she moved into her new adorable home, that I love by the way, so I jumped at the opportunity!

Since it's October, what better to talk about than Halloween!

I have to admit, I was never a fan of the holiday until I had children of my own and now I look forward to it every year...not to mention I have a husband who decorates more than anyone I know for Halloween, he's a dork, but that's why I love him!!

Do you still dress up for Halloween? Hey, it's one time a year when you can dress up as a bunny rabbit, princess or sock monkey and no one will look at you like you are crazy...so go for it!!

Here are some "spooky" images that I found to get everyone in the Halloween Spirit...

Trick or Treat!

Thank you Carol for letting me guest post on your awesome blog, I hope you get all settled into your new home and make it your own with all of your lovely creations and goodies! Home is definitely where the heart is!

xoxo~Meg

Guest Post: Kyla (The Fiction We Live) - Autumn Patterned Fortune Cookie "Crackers" Tutorial

Hello everyone!

I’m Kyla also known as OneLateNight from The Fiction We Live. Carol is currently on the move to her new fantastic home!
While she is away she asked if I would do a quick post to give you all something to read while she is moving and unpacking. I decided to do a quick DIY for autumn.

During Autumn I have my very specific go to decor items; Pinecones, Leaves and Cinnamon Sticks. This time I thought I would show a really cute addition to your table, or family gathering. On Christmas specifically my family will open crackers before we eat, and wear the silly crowns and laugh at the ridiculous toys inside. This time why not grab some great scrapbooking paper and goodies from your craft room and throw together a really fun addition to any table.

Autumn Patterned Fortune Cookie "Crackers"


1) For Supplies you will need:
Preferred colors of paper
Scissors, or cutting tool
A perfect Circle to trace (I used 3 inches for the small cookies, and 5 inches for the large)
Glue or Glue Dots
Additional paper to make fortunes, or fun buttons

2) Cut up your paper into the amount of circles you would like to make into paper cookies

3) Follow the picture below to fold your cookies. Fold your circle in half without creating a crease; have the open end facing to your left. To begin the bending of the paper cookie place your thumb and middle finger on each end. While still holding the opening closed with the other hand place your pointer finger in the middle of the folded circle and start pinching with your thumb and middle finger.

As you start to “pinch” you will see the paper to all of the work and a paper cookie will form.

4) Once you have folded your cookie place a dab of glue, or a glue dot into the newly folded crease and hold your cookie together until dry. If you want to add in a paper fortune, buttons or charms do so before gluing.

5) Place a bunch in a bowl, or on individual plates for a fun dinner party addition. You can add in your own fortunes, Jokes, notes, charms, or even buttons. I think buttons would be a great after dinner game!
Place all of the same color buttons in each paper cookie. Place 2 different coloured buttons among the group. Those who open the cookies with the different coloured buttons are on Dish Duty! Easy as Pie

Thank you so much to Carol for letting me guest post to share this DIY!
Carol I wish you a happy and easy move and I’m sure I’m not alone in being excited about seeing pictures of your house when you’re all settled.

Happy Autumn everyone!
XO. Kyla

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