by IngridBarlow | Feb 23, 2011 | knitting, Simply Domestic
I’ve been doing a lot of knitting lately. I actually lay awake at night thinking about what projects I am working on and what I want to do next. I keep telling myself that I am a quilter and should be thinking about new quilting designs. All well. The...
by IngridBarlow | Feb 21, 2011 | knitting, Quilts, Simply Domestic
With baby #2 approaching this summer, I am in a total “finish old projects” mood. I pulled out this old runner top that was kind of a failed pattern idea and quilted it up. I actually really like the finished piece, and I am soooo happy with my decision...
by IngridBarlow | Feb 16, 2011 | Crafting Concoctions, Simply Domestic
This was one of those projects that I started before Christmas when I was in my total pregnancy-induced craft slump. I decided to make some Quick Change Trousers from Anna Maria Horner in the hopes that I could whip up a couple more for my nieces for Christmas gifts....
by IngridBarlow | Feb 15, 2011 | Simply Domestic
Right around this time of year I get a major gardening/spring itch. Every year I crave spring bulbs and wonder how to satisfy this when there are a couple more months of snow left to go. I called a local nursery and asked about forcing spring bulbs and what my...
by IngridBarlow | Feb 14, 2011 | Crafting Concoctions, Quilts, Simply Domestic
I know some would argue that Valentine’s Day is really about gimmicks, buying cards, and expectations…but I think it is a darling holiday and I hope to make it a big deal in our home. A few weeks ago I did some decorating for the big love day–TODAY!...
by IngridBarlow | Feb 13, 2011 | knitting, Simply Domestic
We have a problem…I have discovered a new hobby. I can now crochet! Let me tell you how it came about. When Elias was born, I was, or rather Elias was, gifted with a couple knitted/crocheted blankets. I found that when I needed to tuck a blanket in tight...
