Today I went to several thrift shops for half-price day, wheee! I found a glass lid to a square casserole that I needed, a scarf hanger and a pair of thick, waterproof mittens, and a dress to use for adding a gusset to another dress that is too tight but oh so beautiful!

Then I went grocery shopping and treated myself to a cup of hot tomato-basil soup from a natural foods deli, which was divine. We had more rain today, thankfully, so laundry got hung indoors to dry while I was out.

This evening I filled up my creative well by watching a fun video from Natasa of Treasure Books, showing an explosion of things she made while decluttering her art space. Don’t throw it out, use it up! I now have some great ideas for using up my own scraps over the next few days and weeks, so stay tuned.

Meantime, here is a beautiful little journal that I made by sewing a signature inside a greeting card. EnJoy!

Hydrangea Card Journal

Got some new pages added to my wellness website, then ate somthing for lunch that my body rejected, so I took the rest of the day off to recover.

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Quadiras Doll Calendar Cover

A friend from Santa Cruz came to visit today! She and her son drove up here yesterday to visit family and friends, so I was glad we had a little time together. I showed her some of my art and we took a walk around the neighborhood, then she went off to be with family for the evening. Yay!

I made progress on two journal covers, still not complete enough to show yet. So here is another paper purse I made back in 2018, which has since been sold. EnJoy!

Helena Purse Green Garden

Helena Purse Green Garden 2

Helena Purse Green Garden 3

We had a bit more rain today, interspersed with glimpses of the sun. Nice and chilly, too! I got out my winter coats to have on hand, and took a short, brisk walk before supper. I also brought my ottoman in from the garage so I can put my feet up more comfortably when sitting in my arm chair to read. I really don’t have room to store it indoors! and for now it will stay. It’s quite comfy!

I began working on another journal cover, but ran out of time and daylight before I could finalize choosing the laces that I’ll apply over the pale pink fabric from a blouse that I glued down first. So this evening I’ll share a cute pincushion I made, perfect for Halloween or any time! EnJoy!

Candy Corn Pincushion

We finally got some rain today, wheee! And a bit of hail this evening. Thank goodness! Down to 45º F when I went out to get some food for dinner, so it’s nice to bundle up again.

I started making another scrap journal cover from a paper grocery bag, but got stuck trying to decide what papers to cover it with, so I plan to work on it more tomorrow.

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Note: the watermarks will be removed from the printed calendar pages. EnJoy!

Quadiras Doll Calendar Cover

Today I made this lovely 2023 calendar with images of some of the dolls that I have made. Calendar opens to 11″ x 17″ tall. The printed copy will not have watemarks on the pages. Special price for Novemember only!

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Quadiras Doll Calendar Cover

Today I made this pretty pocket to go on the front of a journal; I got the inspiration from Natasa of Treasure Books. Took me a long time to choose papers and embellishments, so it was not as quick to make as it could have been! EnJoy!

Rose Heart Journal Pocket

Rose Heart Journal Pocket 2

Oh, my goodness! I actually shut down my computer for the night, then remembered I hadn’t made my post yet! So here it is.

I’m participating in a stocking swap for a group I’m in, so today I pressed this stocking from my collection (I have 4 others!) and made sure the seams are tidy and pressed. Here are some of the elements I’m adding to the stocking (there is a list in the swap to fulfill), and I’ve added a few more things not shown. Need a custom stocking filled for someone on your list? Send me a message and order now! EnJoy!

Stocking for Swap

Stocking for Swap 2

Stocking for Swap 3

Today I made a couple more sweet nothings, two book page pockets inspired by Pam of the Paper Outpost. Be sure to purchase your holiday gifts here now! EnJoy!

Key to My Heart Pocket

Teeny Pink Pocket

I spent most of the day preparing for my dinner guests, a couple who have not been to my house in over two years! I rearranged furniture, prepped food, set the table, cleaned the bathroom and swept the main room, and got everything ready before my 4:00 pm appointment with a potential customer for my other business.

It was so delightful to share a meal with my friends again! I served my House Special: chicken thighs roasted with maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, mushrooms and whole garlic cloves; along with brown rice and broccoli. More pot de creme au chocolat for desser, all of it divine!

Now my dishes are done, I’ve sent a couple of business emails and I’m ready to call it a night. Here is a scarf I made from an old tee shirt a year or so ago. EnJoy!

Gray and pink tee shirt scarf

Gray and pink tee shirt scarf 2