The weather is cooling off, the season is winding down, the adventures are ramping up. Where does the time go? My last posting was in early, rainy June, when summer vibes were a promise on the horizon. I haven’t finished much this summer, but there’s a lot cooking. I’ll have… Read More »2026 Summer Roundup
In the fall we harvest. We pickle, we can, we freeze. All winter, it’s baking. What garment helps with all that more than any other? An apron, of course. I’m in an apron-making mood. They are all my favorite sewing projects in one: utilitarian, good for scraps, all rectangles. If… Read More »Apron-Making Mood
Our second trip of the season to the Connecticut Renaissance Fair. Absolutely perfect weather–a crisp 60 degrees for a high, with most of the day stalling in the mid 50’s was ideal for layering; our preferred method of using our plentiful garb. I am most fond of cold-weather fair going… Read More »Connecticut Renaissance Faire 2019 Round Two
It’s everyone’s favorite season; faires, fires, skulls, and sweaters. Below is a visual diary of my romantic autumnal adventures. Scroll over the images to see a caption. Connect with me on social media for more pretty photos of mushrooms and folk-wear. Facebook Instagram Twitter
Fall is that one time of year where the squirrels seem to be extra busy. I see them everywhere! Collecting their acorns and getting into trouble. I hear that they have to bury extra acorns because they won’t remember where they put most of them. So if they just put… Read More »Ever Notice How Active The Squirrels Are In The Fall?