I'm turning into a grumpy old woman. I treated myself to day out at the Knitting and Stitching show today. Something I usually look forward to with relish... all those gorgeous fabrics and yarns and glorious exhibitions of innovative textiles. But somehow it just didn't do it for me this year. There was nothing I really wanted to buy... my purchases extended to four reels of thread, a box of machine needles and two pieces of wool felt! It was hot... it was too crowded... my back ached and after two hours I'd had enough. Even the quick cuppa I had before leaving cost me £1.70 for a tea bag dunked in hot water with UHT milk... which I had to drink standing up! But there were some fabulous exhibitions and people whose work I had not seen before, so before you write me off as a complete misery moaner let me show you some of my favourites. The first person I spotted when I entered the textile gallery was Fleur Oakes whose work is pictured above. She was showing the most exquisite little embroideries, beautifully displayed and in particular I loved her buttons. Buttons were obviously very appealing to me today as it was the buttons of Alice Colson that attracted me to her stand as part of the Graduate Showcase. Beautiful machine embroidered fabrics, some of which she had used to cover buttons. There were also some lovely group exhibitions and one of my favourites was by REVEAL. All of the work was beautiful but I especially liked the machine embroidery of Kerry Mosely,pictured above, combining stitch onto knitted wire. Some pieces looked like lace and other pieces were very figurative but all stunning. The other exhibition which was totally eye catching was the fantastic display by Ann Small and Sue Walton called Jabberwocky. It was a fun, surreal tableau inspired by the imagination of Lewis Carroll. The work of both was brilliant but I was especially attracted to Sue Walton's felted pieces and neutral palette. Another graduate whose work really caught my eye was Ayasha Wood whose beautiful colourful embroidery on traditionally tailored menswear was colourful, fun, lighthearted but exqusitely executed. And last, but not least there was this brilliant cross stitch on an old metal van door. My kind of cross stitch! So as you can see, there was actually plenty to see (and I've only picked a few of my favourites... there were others) and so the fact that I was grumpy was obviously just down to me. And I have come home inspired to stitch and work in my sketchbook, which is good... except I'm off teaching to North Yorkshire for a couple of days and then whizzing back down south to Oxted on Monday before back to my regular class on Tuesday and meeting up with a friend on Wednesday. Perhaps I should pencil in next Thursday for some stitching and sketching of my own? I'll be back when I've got a minute!
These silkworm science activities help kids learn about the life cycle of a silk moth. They're a great addition to science centers in Pre-K up to First
Button-up-cycle Bereavement Quilt Top: Bereavement or passage quilting is a thoughtful way of creating a lasting family heirloom. This clean design lends itself to the tailored style of men's dress shirts and their characteristic stripes, though it could also be compl…
Grab a handful of men's ties because these creative projects are so inspiring, easy to make and super fashionable to use over and over again!
Last weekend I had ties on my mind with the creation of a recycled tie dress for my Divine Little Miss M. So, what to do with old ties? You'll find in this article 33 projects to inspire you and gives you some ideas to upcycled old ties you can have at home.
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Now that most of our husbands are retired or don't wear ties any more, we're left with a bunch that we don't use.
The Dominique Top, constructed out of cotton poplin, features tie front detailing, gentle puff elasticized sleeve and a peplum at the waist. This shirt pairs perfectly with your favorite denim and sneakers. Fit: True to sizeFabric Content: 100% CottonFabric Care: Machine Wash Cold Gentle Cycle, lay flat to dryMeasurements: 21" Shoulder to hemLining: NoZipper: No S:0-2 M:4-6 L:8-10
Think risotto's just for restaurants? Nope. Here we show you (there's a video!) how easy it is to whip up this dreamy dish! Creamy (yet creamless) and utterly satisfying, you can't go wrong with making this Italian delight - all you have to do is stir. Yes, stir a few times and you end up with tende
AURORA is a short sleeve jumpsuit with belt. DETAILS - Wrap style top - Dolman sleeves - Self tie belt - Zip closure at the back - 100% lightweight European linen fabric - Cut and sewn to order just for you in our studio COLOR - Sage Green, you can also choose other colors above - Fabric samples are available here https://www.etsy.com/listing/586569696/linen-fabric-samples SIZING & FIT - Fits true to size - Model is 5’9.5" / 177cm and wearing a size XS Tall CARE FOR LINEN - Machine wash up to 30ºC/86ºF gentle cycle - Lay flat to dry or tumble dry low - Warm iron if needed - Do not bleach SIZE GUIDE Size conversion guide Size XS (US 0-2, IT 36-38, UK 4-6, Japan 3-5, France 32-34) Size S (US 4-6, IT 40-42, UK 8-10, Japan 7-9, France 36-38) Size M (US 8-10, IT 44-46, UK 12-14, Japan 11-13, France 40-42) Size L (US 12-14, IT 48-50, UK 16-18, Japan 15-17, France 44-46) Size XL (US 16-18, IT 52, UK 20-22, Japan 19, France 48) Body measurements guide in inches Size XS to fit bust 28-30", waist 21-23" and hips 32-34" Size S to fit bust 32-34", waist 25-27" and hips 35-37" Size M to fit bust 36-38", waist 29-31" and hips 38-41" Size L to fit bust 40-42", waist 33-35" and hips 42-44" Size XL to fit bust 44-46", waist 37-39" and hips 45-47" Body measurements guide in centimeters Size XS to fit bust 71-76cm, waist 53-58cm and hips 81-86cm Size S to fit bust 81-86cm, waist 64-69cm and hips 89-94cm Size M to fit bust 91-96cm, waist 74-79cm and hips 96-104cm Size L to fit bust 101-106cm, waist 84-89cm and hips 107-112cm Size XL to fit bust 112-117cm, waist 94-99cm and hips 114-119cm
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Waiting for its owner to return from an adjacent patisserie, this well loved and vintage bicycle seems to encapsulate the "street feel" of Paris near the Basilique du Sacré-Cœur.
Cyanotype print developing one of my hand drawn designs.
Our Easy Tie Dye Art with Baby Wipes is a fun way to explore tie dye without the worry of permanently stains! Huggies Wipes from Walmart work great!
Experience dreamy comfort with our olive-toned gingham duvet cover. Perfect for a plant-filled bedroom, it's made from breathable sustainable French linen.
The seventies are back baby, and man am I jazzed about it! I love the high waisted, wide leg looks that my youth at the turn of the millennia denied me. Goodbye…
September is truly one of my favorite months in the classroom. By the end of the month, I really feel like we start to hit our stride. Some of my favorite topics to teach about are also in September. I love activities about apples, sunflowers, and all things fall! Learning about the life cycle of ... Read more
Kids will have a blast learning about cells with this fun, hands...
This variety of cauliflower is adapted for a short season. As stated with its namesake, Snowball is a self blanching variety so tying is not necessary. Pickled, diced, mashed, roasted or raw cauliflower is becoming a popular option for vegan or gluten free diets. 200 Seeds
A lot of people ask me “how did you make that pattern?” or “how can I make that myself?”. Recently, I was asked by a local art teacher and lover of tie dye how to make a 5…
This is a perfect addition to any summer wardrobe. The Enya Top Black Gauze from Rails is a pretty soft cotton muslin style gauze fabrication, cut to a slightly crop length with a square neckline. Featuring a tie detail at the centre front and wide straps this top looks great styled with a high waisted trouser or shorts and offers a pretty alternative to a basic vest top. 641-622C-7319
Bring your hottest summer style to your cycling kit, and infuse your freshest summer looks with classic cycling panache. The Minimo (minimalist) jersey is our new stripped-down jersey concept. Think of it as a cropped jersey — featuring performance mesh sleeves, a vintage quarter-zip, and the higher waist of a crop top. On the bike, it changes the lines and silhouette of your entire kit, for a sleeker, more tailored look. Off the bike, it brings sporty performance to your summer wardrobe. Note: like our crop tops, there are no pockets for a super clean look. Shown here with the denim bibs which feature a phone/wallet/key pocket and a a high waist for crops, shorter jerseys, and tied shirts,
The school year is winding down for me (I only will see each group of students 3 more times) and that time will go quickly. So as the end of the year goes by I try to keep projects as a two day lesson because with end of year field trips, field days, and assemblies there will be several groups that will miss. Here's a Wayne Thiebaud lesson that most students were able to finish in two classes. I did a Theibaud lesson last year with 4th graders and really loved the results as far the variety goes. For another year I may try to combine the two.
Watch the life cycle of a butterfly first hand and document it with butterfly life cycle printable worksheet and observation journal!
Over the past few years, I have been incorporating inquiry circles into my classroom through Social Studies and Science. Inquiry circles are a lot like most research projects. I would say the main difference is how they start. NOW AVAILABLE… One Stop Teacher Memberships Our grade-level memberships provide the BIGGEST savings on ALL One […]
Learn about our bodies with these human body activities for kids! All of these ideas are hands-on way to explain the body's systems and functions for kids.
