Sylvestermouse

I love sewing and all crafts. I also enjoy cooking and I frequently make my own unique masterpieces in the kitchen.

I have published over 400 articles featuring recipes, crafts, travel advice, endangered animals, and even recommended family movies and musicals that you will not want to miss.

Kitchen Islands Are Perfect Craft Tables

Kitchen Islands Are Perfect Craft Tables

Using a kitchen island for your craft table in your craft room may sound like a strange recommendation at first, but I can assure you, it is the perfect choice. Kitchen Islands are designed to be work counters and work areas. They are the perfect height for times when we need to stand instead or […]

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HISTORICAL COSTUMES FOR HALLOWEEN

Written by on March 21, 2024 in Patterns, Sewing with 2 Comments
HISTORICAL COSTUMES FOR HALLOWEEN

Halloween will soon be here and it is definitely time to start thinking about our Halloween costumes.  I prefer making my own costumes simply because I prefer originality.  I enjoy having a unique costume and design that really is all my own. Many sewing patterns give us multiple options and, of course, we choose our […]

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Pineapple Home Accents Crochet Pattern Book

Pineapple Home Accents Crochet Pattern Book

Bring the loving touch of crochet into your home with Pineapple Home Accents Crochet Book.  For generations to come, your loved ones will be able to wrap themselves in the warmth of your love with these handmade home accents.   Get Your Copy of Pineapple Home Accents Crochet Choose from 24 beautiful pineapple crochet patterns. […]

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Craft Organizers

Craft Organizers

My Craft Organizers I absolutely hate wasting money buying supplies that I know I already have, but simply cannot find! I also hate wasting time trying to find my craft supplies I know I already have somewhere. In my opinion, craft organizers are essential and certainly make crafting a lot more fun, since we can […]

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Craft Room / Bedroom Combination

Craft Room / Bedroom Combination

For many years, I have dreamed of having a dedicated craft room, but we simply did not have an extra room in the house to commandeer just for crafts. However, many times I have thought how wasteful it was to have a guest bedroom we use a few weeks out of the year for company […]

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Pamper Yourself Crochet Pattern Book

Pamper Yourself Crochet Pattern Book

This crochet book grabbed my attention right off with the statement “Spa-like tranquility can be yours in your own home with these 16 luxurious projects!”   Yes, I want to rest in the lap of luxury!  Pamper Yourself invites us to create a relaxation paradise.  This crochet book has a pattern for a headband, a floral […]

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Creating a Quilted Keepsake

Written by on March 16, 2024 in Books, Quilt Pattern Books, Quilting with 3 Comments
Creating a Quilted Keepsake

Several decades ago, my Home Ec class made a memory quilt for our teacher.  We each made a section for the quilt and signed our name, thus making a precious memento of our year together with a beloved teacher.   Signed by Friends Quilt Book offers several designs for memory quilts.     This would […]

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Joy of Living Cross Stitch Kit

Joy of Living Cross Stitch Kit

The beach scene in this cross stitch picture beckons us to rest, relax and rejuvenate. The quote in this Joy of Living picture simply states, “I feel your wet shifting sand – Taste your sweet salty air… And I am renewed again … With the Joy of Living.”       This is a picture […]

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Best Organizer for Craft Supplies

Best Organizer for Craft Supplies

There are dozens of craft supply organizers available today.  However, decades ago, when I needed one, they were not as readily available.  Even today, I would choose the main one I use over every other organizer on the market.  It was not made to be a craft supplies organizer, but it works beautifully as one, […]

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Crochet Through the Year ~ Book of Crochet Patterns

Crochet Through the Year ~ Book of Crochet Patterns

Crocheting is a beautiful craft and art. It can truly be a tremendous stress reliever. I tend to pick up my crochet hook when I need a break from the hectic world, but I also want to be doing something with my hands. It can be quite therapeutic. Crocheters like to collect crochet patterns and […]

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