Category: Shop Update

checking in

It’s been a while since I blogged! My brother is in town and we’ve been showing him the Emerald City. So far we’ve been to Seattle for three consecutive days. A record for us stay-at-home suburbanites. Here are a few pics of our adventures. Kerry Park – pretty even on a rainy day Windswept Zara…


on the horizon

I have a few exciting things planned for Catshy Crafts! It’s amazing how friendly and supportive the DIY/indie craft/Etsy/scrapbooking world is and I’m excited to be collaborating with a few talented ladies I’ve met on this wonderful journey. A swap, a collaboration, a blog giveaway (and more) are all on the horizon. I can’t wait…


happy valentine’s day!

I hope you’re enjoying your Valentine’s Day!Today, I dropped off the custom order I made for my daughter’s teacher, went to my older daughter’s class to lead the craft: a heart mobile, and am getting ready to eat a home-cooked meal made by my hubby. This year, we’re not getting a babysitter, but having a…



Linen is a traditional material for cross-stitch and embroidery. I love the organic look and neutral color of this material! I had one other hoop in the shop that used linen (which sold pretty quickly), but  haven’t made another one…until now. Since I’ve been getting several requests for personalized hoops, I thought I would offer…