Construction Projects vs. Sewing

Although I continue to do some sewing, this summer is shaping up to be a summer of construction.  Our initial project was to finally make the raised beds we've been talking about for years.

For this project we were able to use all recycled materials.  The wood was salvaged from an old grain elevator and the galvanized metal linings for each bed came from our own "salvage yard".

We filled them with compost that we've been accumulating over nearly 19 years.  Just some bark pathways to put down...

and the end result is that I have 10 lovely raised beds to plant!

Instant Tomatoes!

Yesterday my little greenhouse went from this...

To this!!

Pretty cool!

Fun Weekend

The "Chix in the Stix" event last weekend was successful and very fun for all who participated.  Although we were asked many times if we had considered opening up a shop, we all just want to do this when the spirit moves us!

Chix in the Stix

 
After having such fun at the Sweet on Spring event for the opening of the season for Living in the Garden, all the women who participated plus a few more creative souls decided to get together to do another event for Washington State University's Moms' Weekend.  We are calling ourselves "Chix in the Stix" and even if we don't sell anything, we're sure to have fun!  There will be my purses and pillows plus jewelry, vintage and funky furniture, soaps and lotions, chocolate, art and more.  If you're in the area, come join us and check it out!

Design Style Guide

One of my "Vera Butterfly" pillows is featured today on the Design Style Guide website.  This website promotes  handmade home decor and design work and is one of those great examples of networking.  Check it out!
  http://designstyleguide.net/community/blog/2010/04/01/spring-is-here/