This is probably the easiest of all the fabric flowers. Once again I started with my trusty roll of tulle ribbon. 1. Start with a long section of tulle ribbon. In one hand, fold/loop ribbon back and forth at least 10 or 12 times. The length of your loops will determine the final size of ... read more
Five Petal Fabric Flowers
In this post I am going to show you how to make two different versions of a Five Petal Flower using tulle and ribbon, but this method can be used to create flowers out of fabric as well. The supplies are pretty basic – needle, thread, and scissors. Technically, I suppose you’d have to call it ... read more
Vocation
Merriam Webster defines a vocation as “a summons or strong inclination to a particular state or course of action.” It’s most often used in reference to entry in the priesthood or religious life. And like a calling or “inner impulse” it’s often accompanied by the “conviction of divine influence.” In ... read more
When Life Gives You Mint
You know that saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Well what I say is, “When life gives you mint, make Mojitos!” I have tons of mint in my back flowerbed. I planted it once. Four years ago. If you take anything away from my blog, please…never ever ever ever ever! plant mint ... read more
Higher Ground
June 8, 1974 started out like any other early Summer day in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A hazy sunrise gave way to a cloudless morning sky and typical for early June, it was muggy and still. Mom and Daddy sat at the kitchen table drinking their morning coffee while Mike and I sat in front of the TV watching ... read more
Houseguest
Meet Rupert. Rupert is staying with us for a couple of weeks while is his family is on vacation. Rupert is an absolutely adorable West Highland Terrier. He is totally lovable and quite possibly the most docile dog I’ve ever been around. Rupert has been a lovely houseguest. He never complains ... read more
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