I was honored to be asked by Melissa of Melly Sews to be part of her Summer Sundress Series.  There were so many awesome dresses, and I am in full sewing mode this month! This post is my contribution to the series. When I sew, I find I am more inspired by fabric then by […]

Three tin stars.  Two sisters, separated by a thousand miles.  Two different projects. Sounds dramatic.  But you know what’s funny?  Even though we didn’t even talk about our projects at all other than the initial idea (I promise!), we still ended up creating something similar. Guess we really are sisters! 😉  (Check out Laura’s project […]

Well, while we’ve been experiencing near-record heat here in Phoenix, with the weather that most of the country has been having, it seems like this Valentine’s Day will be perfect for cuddling up with someone you love, watching your favorite romantic movie and sharing a giant size box of chocolates. Perhaps you have something a […]

Three tin stars.  Two sisters, separated by a thousand miles.  Two different projects. Sounds dramatic.  But you know what’s funny?  Even though we didn’t even talk about our projects at all other than the initial idea (I promise!), we still ended up creating something similar. Guess we really are sisters! 😉  (Check out Laura’s project […]

Today I have another PVPP project for you. Paint, Vinyl, Paint, Peel! But this time it was at the request of my best friend. I love it when my friends approach me with projects. It pushes my talents and they reap the rewards! She provided me with the words, color scheme and the general idea, […]

Last year I made this cute stocking for a tutorial over at my friend Rachel’s blog, My Disorganized Life.    Today I’m sharing the tutorial here for this adorable Scrappy Stocking Ornament. This is a great project to use up your scraps.  You don’t have to use Christmas fabric, but I did since I got […]

Okay everyone- this is a REALLY easy project and a super cute (and frugal!) way to get some custom trick or treating bags for your kiddos.  If you’re like me and put things off until the last minute, this tutorial is for you! You need: Canvas Tote Bag, Freezer Paper, Xacto Knife, Painting Supplies, Iron […]

Last year I made this cute stocking for a tutorial over at my friend Rachel’s blog, My Disorganized Life.    Today I’m sharing the tutorial here for this adorable Scrappy Stocking Ornament. This is a great project to use up your scraps.  You don’t have to use Christmas fabric, but I did since I got […]

I guess Valerie and I both felt like wrapping things in fabric, rather than sewing with it. I am terrible with a sewing machine so I had to think out of the box when Valerie chose fabric for our Sister’s Challenge this month. Our bedroom is rather bland, and sometimes I feel like maybe if […]

Here at Occasionally Crafty we are very DIY, and when it comes to the holidays you can’t get more DIY than making your own ornaments!  Today I’m teaming up with Diana from The Girl Creative, and close to 40 other bloggers to share our handmade ornaments! I really enjoy making ornaments for teacher gifts around […]

I bet most of you are anxiously awaiting spring.  Warmer weather.  Clear roads.  No more snow days.  Playing outside.  Sunshine and budding flowers. Living in Phoenix, I’ve been enjoying that since about Thanksgiving.  For me, spring means baseball, tourists, allergies, and encroaching heat.  By the end of March it may be 100 degrees.  Boo. Still, […]

I was browsing Michael’s for some fall decor, when I came across some really cute tall jars with stiched sayings glued to the front of them.  I fell for them instantly. I did not fall for the price tag- which was like $8 each.  I knew it was something I could make, so off I […]

Well, here in the Valley of the Sun, it won’t truly feel like fall for another few months, but the mornings are cooler, the nights are cooler, and school is in session.  That’s “fall” enough for me!  This weekend I am breaking out the fall decor!  But first, another fall project had to be completed. […]

I bet most of you are anxiously awaiting spring.  Warmer weather.  Clear roads.  No more snow days.  Playing outside.  Sunshine and budding flowers. Living in Phoenix, I’ve been enjoying that since about Thanksgiving.  For me, spring means baseball, tourists, allergies, and encroaching heat.  By the end of March it may be 100 degrees.  Boo. Still, […]