I’ve completed four of the five panels on my AMH needlepoint bolster. I’m so excited the finish line is in view. I’ve got one more to go, but I do expect it will be the hardest for me. It has so many little lines! I did have a little trouble with the fourth panel. Though...
I told you yesterday I was working on making a Paper Fan Dress for Layla. I finished it last night, and I just love it! I know this is only the first of many. The Paper Fan Dress is Anna Maria’s newest project written for Janome. It comes in sizes 2-8, so there is a...
I’m a machine today. I woke up with the drive to get a lot done, and that’s exactly what I’m doing. I have to work on the island tomorrow, so really I’m trying to finish two days worth of projects today. First up, I made a dog sack for Olivia. What the heck is a...
I’ve been working through my AMH needlepoint bolsters as my ongoing hand stitching project. I think it is going pretty well. I managed to accomplish about half the stitching on the third panel last week, and I’m hoping to finish this section completely this week. Heck, maybe I’ll even start the fourth panel! While this...
I’m thinking a lot about color and pattern today. For about two years now, I’ve wanted to make “Writing on the Walls” from Anna Maria’s Handmade Beginnings. See a peek of it here. I’m not sure how, but I’ve managed to hold off on it for a really long time. I was going to embroider both...
Welcome to Olivia Jane Handcrafted! I'm Meredith and this is my creative journal. Here you'll find loads of inspiration for a handmade wardrobe, home decor, bags, and quilts. I even have plenty of projects and tutorials to get you started or help you along the way.