The new Apocalypse alphabet continues this week with the letter "M", which will be available for free download in 2" size until 1 October 2026.
NOTICE
SITE UPDATE -- FINALLY!
My restoration of the storefront has been taking longer than expected for a couple of reasons: I've been re-digitizing many of the designs (driven by my new embroidery machine, which uses DST format). Also, I've had some health concerns that have been slowing me down some. I'm getting some tests done and am hoping that everything will normalize soon.
with all good wishes,
Jen
LATEST FREE DESIGN
Here's a complete change of pace: just the thing for decorating a Christmas stocking or other decor item! Click this link to find this design, free in 4 and 5" sizes.
JEN'S PROJECTS
My injured shoulder isn't healing very well -- maybe because I haven't been able to stay off the computer. But I do have a project for you this week!
If you've wanted to use those pretty scrapbooking papers in your button maker, but ended up with a result like this, find my solution linked from 2026 project page.
There are tons of ladybugs in the garden these days, as fall approaches.
My brother snapped this beautiful image that has displaced Scampers for this week!
I love these heavy vintage irons -- they are just the thing to get a good pressing, especially on wool.
This one is also in beautiful, pristine shape -- and since it was pink tag day, I got it for only $4.
Many years ago, I splurged on a top-of-the-line Rowenta iron, which at the time set me back about $250. Little did I know then that they are prone to leaking, and mine soon did. ( I can still use it for dry-ironing, but I daren't put water in it.)
My then-sewing guro chastised me for having bought it, since the darned things are not able to be repaired. I learned my lesson, the hard way.
Since that time I have preferred these vintage beasts. If one ever developed a leak -- none have -- they are easily replace for under $10.
DH likes this Dove soap, which normally retails between $2-$3 per bar.
Santa was tickled to find this one for 50 cents -- a great price for a perfect stocking stuffer!
Believe it or not, this is the second 15-foot length of candy cane rope lights that I came across at the thrift store. I bought them both.
At $8 apiece they were a little pricey for me, but I see that Home Hardware has them listed for $30 plus tax, so I figure I saved around $50 on the two sets.
I'm not sure yet where I'll put them but I do like the look, and they'll be easy to string.
I dunno, I just couldn't resist with these funky leopard-print sneakers! There's even a zip on the side for easy on-and-off.
Turns outthey are Tamaris brand, retailing for around $200. (I got them for only $10).
My sister loves animal print, so I might pass these on to her . . . or I might just decide to keep them.
Here's another bar-goon: these blades from a "Craft Lite" cutter, were only 25 cents each. Though I don't (yet!) have the device, they still work if I use a cutting mat, and the price was right.
