by Jess | May 20, 2011 | Decor, Handmade, My buys, My life, vintage
Today I want to introduce you to the newest bird in my collection! He’s something pretty special, and I bought him as a present to myself a little while ago. He had to travel by ship all the way from Canada, so I was super-excited when he finally arrived...
by Jess | May 19, 2011 | Fashion, sewing
In my quest to make my first dress, I’ve come across a few patterns in op shops, I’ve collected a bit of fabric… and I’ve procrastinated! Mostly because I find patterns completely overwhelming and confusing. However, help is at hand! My friend...
by Jess | May 8, 2011 | Handmade, My life, sewing
Today is Mother’s Day in Australia – hooray for mums of all types! A while back, I decided that I would enter my first ever race – The Mother’s Day Classic – an Australia-wide event run every year on Mother’s Day to raise funds for...
by Jess | May 3, 2011 | Handmade, Musings, My life, plans, sewing
I have inherited a pile of lovely handkerchiefs from my Granny, and I’d like to make some keepsakes from them so they don’t just end up stashed away in a drawer. I’m definitely planning on making or embellishing some cushion covers from a few of them...
by Jess | Apr 19, 2011 | Art, Handmade
Okay, if this set of photos hasn’t convinced you to go check out this post over on kiss the groom, I don’t know what will! Gorgeous tute on how to make handmade paper. {image by kiss the groom via Jess Loyer on Pinterest} *** Want more Epheriell-y...
by Jess | Apr 19, 2011 | Handmade
… is sew stuff like this. But then, I wouldn’t be able to buy these from one of my favourite online friends! I have to admit – I love my gadgets. And I love to keep my gadgets safe and snug in cute handmade cases. When I decided to buy a case for my...