Simply making your house your home
My husband and I made this thread caddy. We made it from pieces of oak we had left over from a previous project and used finishing nails for the posts. Now I can store the matching bobbin under its spool of thread. Super handy. Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.
My craft room closet has several shelves dedicated to yarn. And some of it has lost its label. When I’m working on a project that requires 100% wool, how can I know for sure I’m using is 100% wool? Watch this video for a tidbit of knowledge my clever knitting… Read more“100% Wool Bleach Test”
Make an annual photo album a special birthday or Christmas tradition for your child. It will become a treasure they cherish as they grow. Photo albums are becoming passé. When I went to the only major department store in town to buy a couple albums, I discovered they don’t carry… Read more“Annual Photo Albums”
A wreath is a symbol of everlasting life and eternal love. With no beginning and no end, it is timeless. I love a classic Christmas wreath made from evergreen boughs adorned with a simple red bow. They are so easy to make, and you can use the boughs you trim… Read more“Classic Christmas Wreath”
A lovely part of a handmade Christmas. These cinnamon ornaments can be hung on a tree, strung into garland, or used as gift embellishments. INGREDIENTS: * The nutmeg and cloves are optional, but add to the scent. Nutmeg is quite a bit more expensive than cinnamon and cloves. If you omit either,… Read more“Cinnamon Ornaments Perfected”
The tradition of sending Christmas cards to family and friends has become less common, but I still love to send (and receive!) Christmas greetings. In my entrance I display the cards we receive on a string I have hung along the ceiling, just like my Nana used to do. Every… Read more“Christmas Gift Tags”
