I'm on a journey to find health and happiness through a more holistic and green lifestyle.

I find the world to be abrasive. =) That is to say, I feel the need to armor myself, physically and emotionally, in order to face life. Don't we all? Maybe. For whatever reason, it has become a priority in my life to rid my immediate environment of irritating things. And I'm sensitive! So there is much work to be done. But. I have thought for a long time that the things I come in contact with every day, and the stuff used to clean and maintain these things, need to be gentle and non-toxic. I have had eczema my entire life. For a long time I just dealt with it, and accepted that sometimes it's bad, and sometimes it's not, and that it will fluctuate a lot. Gradually over time I have come to find that certain things, fabrics, cleansers, materials, are more irritating to my skin than others. Stress can exacerbate it. In more recent times, I have realized that every aspect of my life improves when I improve conditions for my skin. Hah! What a concept! Thus my (long time) interest in going green, and my more recent desire to live a more holistic lifestyle. (I think I've felt a desire for a long time to live in a harmonious way with myself, my surroundings, and nature, but didn't have a name for it.) Anyhow, this blog is a journal of my trials and errors, and basic crooked path to find a balanced and peaceful existence for myself and my family. Thanks for your interest! I would love to hear your thoughts and ideas!

Saturday, January 2, 2010

Sewing

I have gotten really in to sewing. It's my peace after a long day. I belong to a fabulous online group called Sewing Mamas (sewingmamas.com) and someone(s) there suggested having a monthly Christmas sewing project to help everyone complete all they want to throughout the year, instead of waiting until the last minute. I love the idea of a monthly assignment, so... here's my first completed project, made completely from stuff in my stash. (Another new year's plan, to use what I have on hand whenever possible.)

All-purpose reusable gift bags
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  1. DaisJanuary 2, 2010 at 9:29 AM

    The bag is flannel, the cord is braided yarn.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2010 at 9:50 AM

    It's so cute! You should post it on the YOC blog, girl! It looks great!

    What did you use for the tie?

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2010 at 10:35 AM

    Oh duh. Just realized you mentioned that the tie is made of braided yarn. It's funny. I totally read that comment and then proceeded to post that question! Not enough coffee!

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  4. DaisJanuary 2, 2010 at 11:20 AM

    It was an afterthought to add the materials. I have tons of yarn because I used to crochet a lot. I also just found this cool gold round ribbon that might make a good tie....

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