Month: January 2011

Cosy Cross Couch Throw

Is it just me or is it downright chilly lately while cozying up on the couch watching your favorite TV show? I love Kath of Whip Up’s new quilting pattern to make this Cozy Cross Couch Throw. It’s just perfect for snuggling and feeling cozy inside. Kath writes: This modern with a vintage touch couch […]

The Fashion Art of Cording

BurdaStyle’s guest columnist Erin Gilday goes into great detail over the art of cording in fashion that’s been around for centuries. I love this style detail that looks great on dresses. Erin writes: Cording – cord wrapped in fabric that’s been cut on the bias – is an ancient embellishment that packs as much punch […]

Tile Photo Coasters

Right now at my desk I have a lightweight foam coaster with a thin plastic coating on top. It was free, but it’s not a very good one, because when I pick up my cup, often the coaster sticks to the bottom due to moisture. I like these tile photo coasters by Christine Alvarado of […]