Got 10 minutes?

then you can make this...

it's "sew" simple...

I began with this adorable fabric I found at Hobby Lobby...

(it comes in white and black too!)

it's a ruffled knit... I purchased one yard...

you will only need scissors, needle and matching thread...

carefully cut between two ruffles-

as close as possible to the edge of one ruffle...

I chose to cut in sections of three ruffles-

this allowed me to make three scarfs

and have extra for the ends...

cut the "extra" ruffle into desired length...

(to gather and sew to each end of the scarf)

stitch down the center and gently pull to create a gather...

then attach to each end of the scarf...

stitching along the same stitch used to create the gathered ruffle...

now both ends have a finished edge with fun little ruffle!

and you are ready to enjoy your happy "ruffle scarf"!

you can even accessorize it with a pin or one of my FAVORITES-

from my sweet friend Diana of FrontNcenter designs- her convertables!-

you can wear them as a headband or clip!

and the extra scarfs you made can be wrapped-up

to give as a delightful Valentine gift!

just a little something that's "sew" simple...

yet very thoughtful!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Many Blessings!

A little bird...

just arrived!

(thanks to the sweet & talented Sarah + Abraham)

to share some happy news!

a few little treasures created with lots and lots

of love can now be found...

HERE!

www.jillad.etsy.com

Art of the Cross...

been a little busy ...

working on part of the Spring 2010 collection...

beginning with my absolute favorite...
the cross...


such joy in creating...


and wearing a piece from the new collection...

Princess #2 has been very under-the-weather...

so by my side in the studio she has been...

(which I simply LOVE!)

she is enjoying her very own little treasure

created to celebrate the "art of the cross"!

Hope your weekend is delightful! (and healthy!)

Many Blessings!

Heartstrings...

HEARTSTRINGS:

deepest feelings or affections

created a few simple "heartstrings" to celebrate

upcoming Valentines Day...and my precious family- who ARE

my heartstrings...

cut multiple hearts from various felts (I LOVE Heather Bailey's felts)

I even added a little leopard material- just for fun!

and simply stitch them along with embroidery thread...

and then hang to enjoy...
and celebrate your "heartstrings"!

Have a happy day!
Many Blessings!

Sometimes...

just taking a day to stop and smell the roses...

does the soul much good...

"A heart at peace gives life to the body."

Proverbs 14:30

Happy Monday!

Many Blessings!

Who's been sneaking in my studio?

There were sweet clues all around...

someone has been using a little paint...

and why I do see a hand print in that glitter on a plate...

and look right here...

someone has been digging around for sure...

AHA! the final clue!

Princess #2!

but how delightful to see...

all that was created with glee!

I sure hope there will be some more "sneaking" soon,

for these are certain to be the most treasured surprises!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Many Blessings!

REALLY random...

Over the past few days, three Beautiful Bloggers-

Nancy, Heather and Amber

passed this award on to me!

The rules are to share seven random things about myself...

1. I LOVE dishes- all dishes- especially vintage...

2. my nickname growing-up was "Little Tiger"- thanks Dad!
and to this day some still call me that...


3. I "STRONGLY DISLIKE" eggs- or anything with
an egg-like texture


4. I met my husband on a Friday the 13th in September
and got married December 31 that same year!...
I believe in love at first sight AND
that Friday the 13th is a VERY lucky day...


5. I said "I'd NEVER have a dog in my house!"
(we all know what happens when we say "never")
now I can't imagine life without Odie, our rescued Golden Retriever-
I just love that dog! and he IS in the house!


6. I speak with a THICK Southern drawl...
"white" is a four syllable word when I say it...

7. I am terrible at making choices...

which is why I could NEVER choose just seven bloggers

to pass this award to...

(because I think every one's blog is beautiful!)

so I pass this award on to:

all of YOU!

Have a happy day!

Many Blessings!

Baby it's cold outside...

celebrating winter!

(even though my heart really belongs to spring & summer)

beginning with a few winter goodies...

and after a generous dose of crafty magic...

90 % off ornaments got a little bow, a shabby posy,

and some sparkle too!

$1.00 spot gloves got happy with ruffle goodness

and a bit of bling!

plain wooden clothespins got dressed in a coat of glitter...

ready to hang the new winter goodies...

and now it's official...

we are CELEBRATING winter!

Have a lovely weekend!

Many Blessings!

Dare to...

be different!

Dare to hope...

even if all hope seems lost.

Dare to dream...

even if the dream seems impossible.

Dare to love...

even the unlovable.

Dare to forgive...

even when it's hard.

Dare to encourage...

even the incorrigible.

Dare to tie a great big shabby bow...

and surprise Princess #1 with something created just for her...

with lots of love from her mommy!

Have a happy day!

Many Blessings!