Maker's Notes
Makeropolis Exciting Updates
So many things happening at once is invigorating and let’s be honest a little overwhelming too. From donations to writing the weekly menu I am learning more about myself and...
Makeropolis Exciting Updates
So many things happening at once is invigorating and let’s be honest a little overwhelming too. From donations to writing the weekly menu I am learning more about myself and...
Why Am I Saving This Doll?
Every unfinished project has a beginning and a pause. This doll’s middle will be with me.
Why Am I Saving This Doll?
Every unfinished project has a beginning and a pause. This doll’s middle will be with me.
Why I’m Choosing Handmade Gifts for a Softer Ho...
This holiday season, I’m choosing to slow down and make instead of rushing to buy. By returning to the archives of my own studio and honoring the value of handmade...
Why I’m Choosing Handmade Gifts for a Softer Ho...
This holiday season, I’m choosing to slow down and make instead of rushing to buy. By returning to the archives of my own studio and honoring the value of handmade...
Making Octopuses (and Finding Quiet)
I underestimated one small detail while making octopuses for my grandchildren: the legs. All 48 of them. As I slowly stuffed each one in a quiet house, the repetitive work...
Making Octopuses (and Finding Quiet)
I underestimated one small detail while making octopuses for my grandchildren: the legs. All 48 of them. As I slowly stuffed each one in a quiet house, the repetitive work...
Finding Our Groove at the Market: What This Yea...
We started off with a bang—our famous Five-Dollar Table was an instant hit! It helped me clear out a lot of loose craft supplies, and honestly, it gave me a...
Finding Our Groove at the Market: What This Yea...
We started off with a bang—our famous Five-Dollar Table was an instant hit! It helped me clear out a lot of loose craft supplies, and honestly, it gave me a...
Simple Stitch Notebook: My First Try at Sashiko
I’ve started a little Simple Stitch Notebook — a place to fill over time with samples of different stitches and techniques I want to practice. This week, I tried sashiko...
Simple Stitch Notebook: My First Try at Sashiko
I’ve started a little Simple Stitch Notebook — a place to fill over time with samples of different stitches and techniques I want to practice. This week, I tried sashiko...