I love the sewing machine! I consider it one of the greatest inventions. It allows me to make more homemade projects, make more quickly, and with more uniform stitching than by hand. Right now is a great time to purchase a new sewing machine. You can find great deals… and stretch your precious dollars. Even…
One of my daughters was shopping at a baby boutique and while there something called a stroller blanket caught her attention. These blankets are so popular and they are the rage right now in the world of infants. This particular blanket was made of a cute designer cotton fabric on one side and a super…
Wa-hoo! Country Fair season is here once again. I love the Fair with its unique, familiar, and embracing sights, sounds, and smells – which include; the exhibits, crafts and pavilion filled with handmade items. You can’t forget Fair food; elephant ears, corn dogs, sno-cones, and cotton candy… or overlook the rides, games, and entertainment. As…
Giving service is so satisfying – for both the giver of the service and the receiver of the service. Last winter when a local Girl Scout troop asked me to help them make pillowcases which they would donate, I immediately said yes without hesitation! These girls were from Troop 747 out of Lewis Elementary School…
Due to the impact of budget cuts on our schools they are driven to make up lost funding however they can. Our PTA’s are working tirelessly to come up with ideas to raise funds to support programs for our kids. One creative support idea that I love which local schools have come up with is…
JoLene does Yoga?!?!… yeah, I know I’m surprised too… when those that know me stop chuckling read on. As part of my rehab process from my fall and broken leg it was recommended I take yoga. In the past I had considered learning yoga for its limbering and calming effects, but didn’t think I would…
My little sister Tonya was born when I was 12 years old – she was like having a live doll to play with. We took her with us to many places when she was but a baby. Most of those places did not have a high chair – with its tray to hold her in.…
What is the ‘right age’ at which a child can be taught to sew? Well, that is a very good question that has been asked of me many times. I teach children students to sew using the award winning, ‘Kids Can Sew’ program and curriculum. This successful sewing program for children enables those as young…
It is the first thing people saw upon entering my home. I finally decided to make a curtain to cover it.
Children will have a great time while making gifts for family and friends.