Import

Hey everyone. I have imported this blog from Typepad because I am starting something different on there.

I am no longer having a “craft” blog it’s broader than that and although craft posts will be included there’s so much more I am interested in that I want to post along with family stories.

If you would like to visit the new blog you can visit me at http://www.staci.typepad.com/journal

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See ya

~Staci

Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines Day everyone. 
We spent Thursday filling out valentines then the rest of the week/weekend snowed in.  I hope the boys get to celebrate Valentines day on Monday. We had some really cute valentines called Manga Me. I think they came from Target but not sure my memory is giving out.

I made Kody fill out everyones name by himself. He did pretty good except the two Elizabeths we had. I ended up doing theirs. Still, we had good time and Kody got  to practice his writing skills. 🙂

Aren't they cute?

I <3 Japanese Fabric

I don't really know what started the obsession. I didn't start my fabric hoarding with Japanese prints, I blame Superbuzzy. I was content with my Amy Butler & Jennifer Paganelli designs until I heard about Superbuzzy. I bought a few prints there and was hooked on the cuteness. I mean how can anyone resist these adorable little fairytale prints. I bought all these from This & That From Japan.

I found the Peter Pan & Cinderella prints first and immediately knew I had to have them. Then, I discovered these older fairytale prints I thought were discontinued.

I already have a custom order lined up with the Red Riding Hood fabric. I am not sure if they are discontinued or not but I have seen them cropping up on Etsy and Nuno so they may have been re-printed??

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Quick Quilt

 

 

Just a preview of the quilt I am working on. It's almost complete  I just wasn't able to finish quilting it. Christian loves it though and is still using it until I am done. He calls it his fabric blanket.

I'll post more photos when it's finished.
( Not sure why he looks so surprised. Something must have happened on Mickey)
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My Love For Stampington Magazines

As we all know I am obsessed with Stampington Co. I have a plethora of their magazines, mostly Sommerset Life and Home. However, I have recently been addicted to the Art Doll publications.

I don't really know why because I cannot make an art doll and probably never will be able to. Still I think they are amazing and love to visit the artists websites that are featured in the issues. Another one I stalk Barnes & Noble for is Artful Blogging. I found out about Artful Blogging last summer and luckily could buy previous issues online. I purchased all but one which was sold out. 😦

Anyway I would definitely pick up an issue of any of these magazines next time you are in the store and browse through them. They are a bit pricey but I think they are more like books in my opinion. I frequently revisit old issues just for the inspiration. I love the photos and crafts that are featured in each one and wish I could have the same creative skill as the people they publish do. I am too simple though to think outside the box and combine paint and fabric into a crazy brooch/doll. Maybe one day. 🙂 Until then at least I can admire everyone elses crafty talent.

Fresh New Fabric

I have been  really good lately not purchasing fabric but a recent trip to the Asheville Cotton Company ruined it all.

They had Nicey Jane which thrilled me because usually they don't carry Heather Bailey fabric. I had to order her last collection off the internet and was really disappointed with the pattern size when they arrived. The prints were so large I was unable to use them so ended up doing a blog giveaway and getting rid of them. Nicey Jane does have some rather large prints as well but since I could see them in person I was able to pick out the pieces that were usable.

As the nice ladies were cutting my Heather Bailey fabric I moseyed to the childrens section and discovered the cutest fabric line I have seen in that particular store ever!

It's called Frolic from In the Beginning fabric company and has little owls and other forest animals throughout each print.

I only got 4 pieces but will be going back to get a fat quarter stack in the blue colorway for a future boy quilt . 🙂

Feeling Creative Again

I am excited.
I can finally resume my usual art & craft antics I used to blog about.

I unpacked my art box yesterday since we have been snowbound and began working in my art journal. I missed all my colored pencils. I missed the scent of the wood shavings as I sharpened them. The colors rejuvenated my creative spark and after some painting and drawing I decided to break open a fabric box. I dug out a bunch of forgotten fabric bits and proceeded to cut enough for a simple quilt, much to my moms dismay. I think we have finally started to get to her and she is heading back to Florida this week. The kids toys and my fabric everywhere is cramping the place. I feel bad, but in my defense our house was supposed to be done by Christmas. Here it is February and we are still at the cabin……

Snowy Weekend

It started Friday late afternoon and snowed until Saturday morning. We got about 12 inches all together.

We once again are trapped in the little cabin for the weekend. This is disappointing because I had so many things I needed to accomplish this weekend. House stuff, bookstore trips, etc.

 

It's not terribly awful though. We have plenty of snowball fights and sledding trips down the hill to keep everyone entertained.

New Bedding

Bedroom shopping was the main priority today.  The previous theme no longer goes with the new house so I decided to do some shopping. I really liked how this particular set has a handmade feel to it. The flowers are appliqued on and have little stitches around them. I was  pleased to find such perfect fit.

Here is a closeup of a flower. They are also scattered throughout the bedspread as well.

 

There are a few things still needed such as night tables etc. The boys rooms are going to be pretty bare too. We haven't picked their bedding yet and their furniture is divided since they split from one room into two.  Perhaps by the end of February we will be officially moved in.
I can't wait to share the final photos with you all.

Getting Closer

Five trips to Lowes and we have finally acquired all of our lightening and equipment for the house. They have installed most of it already but there are just a couple more fans and such to put in.
It looks like we may actually be moving in a few weeks. I am getting excited! I think the boys are too. We will no longer all be sharing one room at my parents. 🙂