I finished printing both sides of the pillow. For the second side, I taped down the fabric, so, it wouldn't move while I printed, which worked great. But where I had tape, some of the threads came apart when I removed the tape. So, I'll add fabric tabs on either side of the bears that can be cut off after printing, but can be a spot to safely secure the fabric while printing without worrying about damaging the fabric. Once, I printed both sides of the pillow and the ink dr

So, I started on the Bear Pillow which led me to realize several things.  First, I need a small funnel to fill up the small bottles with ink, because the opening is smaller than I imagined. Two, the linoleum is thinner than I expected. So, when I ink the shape I make, the ink gets on my fingers. If I attempt to stamp it, the ink would inevitably transfer from my fingers onto the fabric, because I do not have enough material to hold onto to keep my fingers out of the way. I

So, I almost have everything I need to start making the bear pillow. I got the fabric in yesterday and it looks perfect. I was going for a natural color in an organic linen that feels good and looks good, and that's what arrived. So, I've drawn the seam allowance template onto the fabric, but my low odor permanent marker bit the dust, and I don't want to use a sharpee that has a strong odor. So, once I get the low odor markers in, I'll finish tracing the inside template t

So, I am working out the details for the second Project Box (I'm kicking this name around for our art box). This project is the Bear Pillow. I'm trying to streamline this project as much as possible to help increase the likelihood that we will all enjoy and finish this project. So, this is what I have so far. In each box I'm planning on including the following, which is subject to change as I create my own pillow and see how things works out. In the box: 1. A right and le

So, I announced I had an idea that was influenced by many things around me including: makers I see on Instagram and Facebook, beautiful interior design in nurseries and homes, and my own style and interest in art and home decor. My idea is to create an art project for anyone and everyone who is interested in participating. Now, I am literally at the starting point of this whole thing, so, I want to document and share the process of putting this project together. I like see

I have a background in art, as a student, as a teacher, as an artist, as a curator, and now as a mom. So, I have photographs, drawings, and kid's artwork that I want to frame and hang in my home. These wooden frames are the perfect fit. They are good quality, come in a variety of sizes with and without mats, and with glass. They work for all of my framing needs. They also come in different colors, natural wood as seen here, black, white, and a darker brown. I also love t

This is the first year we started decorating for Christmas. In the past, our kids were too young to understand. We also have three cats that make having a tree in the house a challenge. But this year, our 3 year old has been excited about all things Christmas, so, we are too. Currently our Christmas tree is on top of our dog’s kennel surrounded by boxes, so, the cats can’t jump up and eat the pine needles, and then proceed to paint the floor with their barf. Why can’t th

This is one of my must haves in the nursery. It's great to be able to shine a light on my little one, so I can easily see where I need to, and get him cleaned up quick, and in a fresh diaper. Most likely the changing station is going to be against a wall. When I'm standing in front of the changing area where my baby is resting, I am blocking the light from the overhead light, making it harder to see what I am doing. This is especially true in the wee hours of the morning,