In the Mail

This week has been truly a banner week for me in terms of mail. Today I just received the sweetest package from Doodlebug Finery, who runs the "A Little Fabric, A Little Chocolate" swap. I am so grateful and giddy about all of the goodies she sent. I'm breaking my no-sugar vow tomorrow--it's Halloween, after all--and will be digging into the dark chocolate nirvana that is organic, Free Trade Theo chocolate.



What a generous spirit Doodlebug Finery is, and so talented, too. She is one of my Etsy favorite sellers. I love the lavender sachets, baby goodies, and the adorable sock dogs she crafts. Check out her shop soon because she promises to post some bird ornament kits.



I just received the latest issue of Ottobre sewing magazine and Craft (Betz White on the cover!!). My head was spinning when I received both mags on the same day! Be sure to check out the article on eco-friendly craft sources in the Craft magazine.



And here are some items for some future projects--the cutest shrink plastic buttons by artista fabulosa Elsa Mora and two pairs of slipper soles made from repurposed leather. I bought the slipper soles from Etsy seller Stonehenge Clothing Company. They're very reasonably priced and quite sturdy. (Learn more about Tara Morrison, the artist behing Stonehenge here.) I'm planning to use my felted sweaters to make the slippers. I have a special knitted item in mind for the buttons, but that might not take shape until next year. So many projects, so little time!

Have a great weekend!