Time Out

We are on a little vacation.  The internet is not availale to us where we are staying.   However, I have been able to enjoy the lovely library up here where the internet is indeed alive.  I love a library that has a very LARGE fireplace to enjoy.  So there will be not posting right away.  I know I am due with some new entries.  They are coming.  In the meantime we are fishing, roasting food over an open flame, listening to the sounds of birds, and working on some much needed family time!  Hope you are enjoying your summer as well.

New Knit Skirt

  Summer is here!  The kiddos are all finished with school for the season and we had some record heat the last couple of days.  In order to survive in comfort I got to break out a new skirt from the upcycled wardrobe.  Love that.

On a recent trip to my favorite thrift store I purchased an x-large man's shirt.  I cut out the sleeves and neck. I held up the skirt to make sure it was the length I wanted and then cut the top (where neck was) in order to shorten the skirt. With my trusty sewing machine I took in the sides in to what I felt was a comfortable fit and put in an elastic waistband.  Then ta dah! A new skirt for summer.  No hemming needed as the bottom of the shirt is now the bottom of the skirt.

 I have worn the skirt several times already.  The youngest likes how soft it is for getting water out of his eyes (oh the fun of running in the sprinkler.)

 This skirt is perfect for those days you know your hair is a bit frizzy, maybe you are feeling a tad bloated from last nights cosmos, but hey you are comfortable and ready to play!

Whew!

  I cannot believe how neglectful I have been of this poor little blog. We have been busy with finishing up the school year, birthdays, and starting our garden plot in the local community garden.  Of course there have been crafting projects going on around here.  For a quick project, the boys and I have been working on our friendship bracelets.  For a fantastic HOW-TO ( in case you need a refresher...) check out the link from Honestly WTF. 

My most favorite little invention is this floss winder that I found at the local craft store.  Perfect for getting all that floss in order! The kiddos even helped out with all the winding we had.  Love that!

 The end result. A lovely rainbow of color.  Hoping to have a bunch of fun bracelets to share with friends and family!