mid century AWESOME

These cross stitch patterns are so ridiculously amazing.  Too bad I would never actually stitch them.  I hope they'll start selling them fully stitched.

Happy Peepster!

For the past 6 years, the Washington Post has hosted a Peeps diorama contest.  Peeps are always a welcome addition to my Easter basket, and dioramas have a special place in my heart, so I find this combo particularly exciting.  Here are a few past entries; all winners in my book.

Incredible Eggs

I took a tutorial from Martha about marbleizing eggs and ended up with a marvelous result.  Of course we added in the old standbys, half and half egg and magic crayon colored egg too.  I guess all I need is 3 hours of sleep a night to come up with amazing crafting projects.

Pug Love

If I knitted, I'd like to knit things like these.  The knitter calls this her "pug in a sweater".  Love.

I can hardly contain myself...

... but I don't have to!  I've just stumbled upon a vintage Christmas blog that will shower me with visual yuletide ecstasy all year round!  The author makes wreaths out of vintage ornaments.  See delicious specimen below:

Hurry! Half off Martha!

Martha's crafty goodness at Michael's is 50% off with this coupon! It's going to be hard to choose between the spider web or bat cling stickers for my windows and mirrors. They're both pretty irresistible.