One of my Craft Projects...

A Picnic Basket! Sorry I did not take a before shot. Actually I received this basket as a gift over 25 years ago. It had some plastic plates and cups and some terribly ugly linens...

All that was taken out and replaced. First, I used some beautiful fabric to line the basket and make some napkins. Next, I purchased some nice (but inexpensive) glass plates and small wine glasses. Also included are a thermos, nicer silverware and a few containers.I am still looking for an appropriate picnic blanket. I used an alpaca blanket (that I would never lay down on the dirty ground) for this picture only. About the blanket is a reproduction of a Victorian blanket carrier made from leather.

..And Another Craft Project..

This is a horse blanket strap across the pillow. I have also seen bits used on throw pillows to create an equestrian theme.

If you have any good craft ideas for me ...so I can bide my time while I recover, I would love to see them...or hear about them! 6 weeks for me will be an eternity!

Just Because it is Cute..

..and a really cool craft idea....I wanted to share this with you. Can you tell that I am looking for projects to do during my down time after surgery??? ha ha

Decoupage..

I want to learn how to decoupage.

The actual process seems to be quite simple..

The difference between something that is exquisite or ho-hum looking is more about design than technique.

It seems that there is nothing that can't be changed with decoupage..

..big or small.

holiday or everyday..

Don has a friend who gives us cigar boxes. That is what I want to start with. I can use the boxes for small horse show items or stationary boxes..but that is going to be my first task.

Look at these unique planters!

Buttons...

...to make Napkin Rings or Package Decor..

..Jewelry..

..or Coasters. You can even use them to decorate a plain Photo album..

or to Create Unique Frames!

Crafty Ideas..