Category Archives: Homeschooling

A gallery quilt

February 25, 2019

See how we used machine embroidery to create a quilt that looks like a gallery wall!

Tags: Anna Maria Horner, floral, framed prints, gallery, Janome, machine embroidery, modern quilt, piecing, quilt, quilt top, quilting, Skyline S9

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Chastening

January 30, 2019

“Faithful are the wounds of a friend, But deceitful are the kisses of an enemy.”

Tags: cashmere, chastening, failure, fair isle, knitting, merino, posy, proverbs, Purl Soho, success, sweater, tincanknits, wool

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Knitting with Kids

January 23, 2019

Turns out teaching your kid to knit is not only giving them a great pastime, but also helps create an atmosphere of peaceful creativity in the home. Come see L’s first project!

Tags: hat, homeschooling, Jones and Vandermeer, knitting, knitting with kids, Line Weight, merino wool, Purl Soho, Rhichard Devrieze, Thede

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Today marks the beginning of our school year. Layla started second grade, and I’m starting preschool with Wallace. I am endeavoring to be as organized as possible this year because I know my kids thrive under the structure, and also because it leaves me feeling less like I’m constantly drowning. Layla is continuing a classical...

Tags: classical conversations, homeschooling, quilt

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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.

Category Archives: Homeschooling

A gallery quilt

Chastening

Knitting with Kids

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