I’m so close to finishing this needlepoint bolster, I can taste it. With another slow day at work, I got plenty done. I ran out of the yellow wool, so I didn’t finish outlining the flowers. But after I finish that, I can fill in all the remaining spots with the light yellow. After that,...
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’m so happy it’s Monday. To tell you the truth, I’ve had so many distractions this weekend. I’m trying to organize a Christmas Project Bash for you all, which I had to finalize plans for this weekend. I’m so excited about it, and the bloggers who will be partnering with me are wonderful! I’m so...
This weekend I finished up my second of five panels on my AMH needlepoint. I like it much better with that pink background, especially since I went too heavy on the yellow. I was wonderful to sit down and do nothing but needlepoint. I didn’t have a half completed quilting project lurking in the back...
Now that my Spinning Stars Quilt has been gracing my bed for about a month, I’ve really begun to feel an urge to add pillows. Lots and lots of pillow. Justin disagrees about the amount, but there is simply no limit to the kinds of pillows you can make. There are so many shapes, sizes,...
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.