NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

Quilt love

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I’ve had quilts on the mind lately, particularly since finishing the baby quilt for my future niece or nephew (who should be making an appearance by the end of the week, by the way). There are so many pretties out there. Here are a few of my favorites. A monogram quilt at Piece N Quilt […]

The ‘make’ list

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I make a lot of lists. I’m type A enough that checking things off a list is a good feeling. I totally add things to lists just to check them off. (Did I just admit that?) So, it’s no surprise that I share a lot of lists on the blog. Monthly goal lists. The house […]

Look! A sleeve for my Nook!

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My new e-reader is treating me well, friends. And it makes me feel like rhyming. A book! A  book on my Nook! Look! (You can ignore me. I may have been up until 12:30 last night finishing the book The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo on my e-reader.) (Which, by the way, is a crazy book. […]

I wanna talk about quilts, baby

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I knew I wanted to make a quilt for my sister-in-law’s baby shower, and I actually got started early enough that I was able to finish with plenty of time to admire it. I ripped this quilt off from my girl Jenny at Anything Pretty. 100 percent. Not my idea. But, I’ve loved it since […]

A gift for you – straight iron case

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This is such a fun and simple project, I know you are going to wanna whip one up for yourself and all your friends… It’s a travel case for your straight iron. It’s adorable. It’s quick. And, it’s so practical. Go check out the steps to make your own at Crap I’ve Made. I skipped […]

Charm pack camera strap cover

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This is such a simple and quick project, and it makes a great gift for any photographer, professional or otherwise. When I read through the tutorial on Skip to my Lou, I knew I could do it. So, I decided to try it for Ryan’s aunt, who planned our getaway to St. Louis a few […]