by
Cathy
October 12, 2013

Sweater weather. Pumpkin chai lattes. Boots and my favorite pair of jeans. How do you cozy up to fall? Yarn and wool-blend felt are perfect for fall weather too – especially in hues of mustard yellow, goldenrod, grey, denim and teal. My shop is full of wonder-fall items for you to welcome the season…
by
Cathy
October 10, 2013

I know you are probably still thinking about what to dress up for Halloween (my daughters will be a sparkly princess and black cat this year), but here at Catshy Crafts HQ (my home studio) I’ve been dreaming of a handmade Christmas! Have someone on your gift list who would adore a one-of-a-kind handmade piece…

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…
by
Cathy
September 27, 2013

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…