Crafts in Country Living

I've been making crafts for Country Living magazine over the last few months, and I am so excited that my projects are finally appearing in print. Above are two images from a slideshow up on Country Living's website right now, both originally appeared in the June issue, which is on newsstands now. Not only did I make this cookie tin into a clock, I made nearly a dozen other vintage objects into time-tellers. A lot of work, but tons of fun. The paper flowers at the left were made out of vintage sewing patterns.

I was also thrilled to see that Holly from Decor8 ran a post about Country Living's clever ideas last week. It's great to know that people you admire are inspired by the work you're doing. Thanks, Holly!

Bonne Maman Jars

My friends over at Lemondrop.com asked me what is my favorite multi-use item for the home. After a moment's thought, I realized that my favorite item is definitely a glass jam jar, specifically the Bonne Maman ones. Every time I finish a jar of jam I rinse out the jar, soak off the label and re-use it as a container to store leftover quantities of pantry staples, like almonds, walnuts, barley and lentils (above). The pretty red and white tops look great in your cabinets and the jars are a good size to store that last cup or two of a particular item.