I found a bag of embroideries that I think will make Great Wall hangings in my cardboard castle. But I didn’t like the colors. Markers fixed that. The photos show the new colors first and […]
Amy Wilson, Thread in Hand
Amy Wilson, my dear friend and a great travel companion has died. Many of you will know her blog Thread in Hand. She had something new to share everyday! She made friends wherever she went […]
Cardboard Castle Update
Just like the rest of the world my building project is behind schedule. The main dining hall has little bits of this and that sitting on my table but nothing ready to install. So the […]
Kitchen Progress in the Cardboard Castle
I have been working now and then on the kitchen in my Cardboard Castle. Most of the time has been spent stitching a happy plump cook to take care of feeding everyone. I also stitched […]
The Stage Is Set
The stage is set, the table is set, the food is ready. Ruthie is making one final check! The guests will be here any moment……
Keeping Children Busy at Christmas Time
Aesop and the Princely Dragon took the children on a field trip. They got to watch trains at a village nearby. Guess what they picked for lunch?
New Dishes
Mama Bear offered to help make new dishes for the big party.
Angel Wings
You can’t have a Christmas Pageant without children in costumes. Crinkle wire makes beautiful wings and a giant tangled mess!