This week’s Rockwood Lane Weekly finds include Spring, Summer & 4th of July DIY, decor and outfit ideas.
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I’ve been working behind the scenes on some crochet tutorials, like the one I shared last week – how to add a ball of yarn when you run out…
… and this one showing How to Crochet Evenly Around a Granny Square.
My Gia Afghan inspired me to work on tutorials for techniques associated with working granny squares. I have a couple more that are ready to go, and will be publishing soon.
I’ve also finally finished sewing up a Fall wreath I started on last year that never got finished. It even sparked another way I can use it before Fall, even though I’m shifting to Fall throughout my home already – hehe! I’ll be sharing it soon. Feels so great to get projects finished up, and cleared off my desk, especially because I have so many new ideas I want to get started on!
I drove out to Clermont (Florida) this week, and discovered the Just Love Coffee Cafe. It’s so cute, had friendly staff, was playing one of my favorite shows – The Joy of Painting, and not only had so many delicious coffee options, but also had a bunch of waffle options too! I went with the Chocolate Chip Cookie Waffle. Soft chocolate chip cookie stuffed into a waffle, and served with vanilla ice cream – it was so good! I’ll definitely be back when I’m in the area again.
I’ve got a couple of these Gwyneth Shadow Boxes added to my Etsy shop.
In case you missed last week’s edition of The Rockwood Lane Weekly 29. Thank you to Maggie of Crochet Happens for helping out with the photo collage!
Check out her Etsy Shop for some great handmade items, like these handy Lip Balm Keychains.
Let’s Get to Those Great Finds!
Father’s Day may have just passed, but here in Florida, golfing is a year round sport. And if that lucky guy in your life does enjoy golfing, than he’s always in need of some new balls, and a great place to store them, like this DIY laser cut Golf Ball Box from Lindsay of Artsy-Fartsy Mama.
You can easily change up the wording to say Best Mom, Grandma, Grandpa, Uncle, or even “You’re the Best”. Don’t have a laser cutting machine? Order a plain wood, and paint it. Stencil the wording, do it by hand or use a Cricut machine.
One of the things I look forward to each month is the monthly calendar from Kristi of i should be mopping the floor. They’re always beautiful designs, and such a nice reference to have. This is the Tropical Summer Wallpaper for June (comes with and without calendar), and it’s one of two prints.
Annie’s Farmhouse Style Kit Club is a great gift for yourself! Enjoy crafting from home without having to go to the craft (or thrift) store. Every 4 weeks, Annie’s will send you a kit that has all of the crafting supplies needed (minus basic tools and things like glue) and a booklet with a new project to try. You’ll have a great new decor piece to add to your home, or gift.
What a beautiful kimono Mireille of Chez Mireille is wearing in this neutral outfit perfect for Spring and Summer [and even early Fall].
Looking for some book recommendations? Check out these 10 Joanne of My Slices of Life read in May including her reviews.
How exciting to have my How to Crochet in the Back Loop Only tutorial featured at the Thursday Favorite Things #612 hosted by Pam of An Artful Mom! Link up parties are one of my favorite things to do each day – check out my ultimate list! Not sure what a link up party is? I have the answer!
How cool is this Vintage Shirt Emma of Style Splash is rocking with yellow trousers?! I love the fun colors, and the stripes going each way. Paired so well too!
If the beach is your happy place, you may want to DIY a Resin Beach Keychain using this tutorial from Lindsay of Artsy-Fartsy Mama so you can carry the memory around it you.
I’ve always been fascinated with the Roaring 20s, and I would love to Host a Great Gatsby Party! Lisa of the Storyteller’s Cottage has such great tips and inspiration!
With Summer nearly upon us, Bucket Hats are a great accessory to have as you leave the house to block out some of the sun on our faces. Candy of Meladora’s Creations has shared a great collection of 10 Free Bucket Hat Crochet Patterns.
Are you interested in learning modern calligraphy with a pointed pen and/or more traditional pointed pen calligraphy styles like Copperplate? Pam of An Artful Mom has lots of tips to get you started in Modern Calligraphy!
I’ve been curious about Modlily, and Joanne of My Slices of Life just shared her Modlily Purchases for the Summer, including this gorgeous rainbow dress!
These watercolor Butterfly & Bee Tickets from Kerryanne of Shabby Art Boutique are just beautiful! It’s a free printable that is part of a larger collection of Simply Butterflies and Bees via Etsy.
Angela of Simply Beautiful by Angela did a fantastic job saving this Boho Chic Refinished Dresser that she says she didn’t know if she could. So inspiring!
How cute is this Shark-cuterie Board from Party Pinching?! I love it!
Sonja and Jane of Sustain My Craft Habit do some awesome pinecone craft projects, just like this DIY Pinecone Flower Garden. For those of us without a green thumb, it’s the perfect garden!
This Four-Flavor Sheet Pan Upside-Down Cake from Food Network looks amazing! There is a written recipe and video for it.
I love decorating for the 4th of July, and checking out Patriotic Home Tours, especially when it’s DeeDee’s Clover House! This bedroom is just one stop on the tour.
Pink flowers should be in Chinoiserie vases, what do you think? I love the color combo! And now you can have it in a printable form to display anywhere in your home with this free Orchid printable from Kristi of i should be mopping the floor (2 background options available).
Join one of our awesome Facebook groups to share your creations, and see what others are up to!
– Yarn Crafts & Coffee Community
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Linked Up To…
All About Home #203 – Common Ground
Home Matters Linky Party #437 – Modern on Monticello
Craft Schooling Sunday – Creative Jewish Mom
Sundays of Silverado #151 – The House on Silverado
Happiness is Homemade – Decor Craft Design
Handmade Monday #333 – Sum of their Stories
The Really Crafty Link Party #372 – Keeping it Real
You’re the Star Blog Hop – Decor Craft Design
Anything Goes Linky 383 – My Random Musings
688th Inspire Me Tuesday – A Stroll Thru Life
Fabulous Party 482 – Lou Lou Girls
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #380 – JENerally Informed
268 Senior Salon Pit Stop – Esme Salon
Vintage Charm Party 396 – My Thrift Store Addiction
Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop – My Life Abundant
Wednesday Link Party #355 – Grandma’s House DIY
Thursday Favorite Things #616 – An Artful Mom
Encouraging Home Blog Hop – My Slices of Life
Crafty Creators Link Party #73 – Life as a LEO Wife
Pink Saturday – How Sweet the Sound
Create, Bake, Grow & Gather Party #579 – Shabby Art Boutique
Funtastic Friday Link Party #444 – Simply Beautiful by Angela
A Morning Cup of Joe – The Cottage Market
Love the patriotic bedroom! And the resin keychain is super cute too!
Those keychain are so lovely! I love to croche but am not creative at all!
I did not know you crochet!! That’s awesome!
Excellent. Enjoy your week.