Fig Preserves Finally Finished for the Fall Season!

I finally finished making my yearly fig preserves and gifts too! These make great host/hostess gifts which is more personable and everyone loves. Since fresh figs only last a couple of days and I had my share of eating them and giving some away, I also froze them on a daily basis. When the figs stopped producing, I had a nice supply in my freezer waiting for me to get cooking. It is a simple recipe that I use, just plan on spending most of your day cooking!

A lovely "origami bouquet"!

My daughter made this beautiful origami bouquet for me. This arrangement would be a nice display on your office desk to show co-workers your colorful personality! The website below can help you get started and learn more about this traditional Japanese art of paper folding.

http://www.origamiway.com/ 

Also, check out the direct link below to the page on their website where they have included my photo along with their instructions on how to make a flower. Thank you "Origami Way"!

http://www.origamiway.com/origami-iris.shtml 

Candlesticks customized to fit your color scheme!

These were unfinished wood candlesticks where I brushed on latex paint (any craft paint works well too) and immediately used a damp rag to wipe off. When dry, I brushed on gold craft paint in random areas and also used a damp rag to wipe off. The trick to this project is to work fast!

A great gift idea too!

Matching aprons...a fun sewing project!

Create something fun to wear for your little girl and her doll with matching aprons. I took an adult size apron pattern and sized it down to a girl size and then did a lot of guess work and made a doll one too. This is a nice gift idea and something a little girl will cherish!

Something Fun to Sew!