I have been a busy bee in the Catshy Crafts studio. From a modern play space I recently visited to vintage Christmas decorations to scrapbooking supplies to flowers in my garden, I seem to be finding inspiration for my embroidery hoop art and yarn wreaths everywhere I turn! In anticipation of a busy holiday season,…
The other day I was photographing my latest makes in one big batch. I gathered my newly stitched hoops and mini wreaths and custom orders in one large flat basket/tray so that I could take them outside to my patio (where I get the best light). As I was setting up each hoop for its…
I love being part of the Maker Movement. The Creative Community. The Arts and Crafts crowd. The people who make stuff. On the blog, I will be sharing with you a designer I am crushing on at the moment. Someone who makes my heart beat a bit faster. Someone who floors me with their skills in…
I was so tickled to have my personalized hoop art featured in this gift guide curated my this cute new Etsy shop, Soaring Decor. Don’t those leggings look so comfy? And as the weather turns colder and yes, rainy, I loved this treasury, Welcome, by Beverly of BeeJayKay. Natural elements mixed with colorful craftiness. Yes, welcome…
My family is lucky enough to visit Ashland, Oregon at least once a year to visit my husband’s parents. During this year’s summer visit, we skipped seeing a play during the world-famous Oregon Shakespeare Festival and explored some family-friendly venues instead. Jamie and I even enjoyed a rare night-out to ourselves (thanks to Jamie’s parents!)….