How to Show Someone You Care on Valentine’s Day

Nicki Byrnes February 2, 2023 There’s a lot to love about Valentine’s Day. A dozen roses, a big box of chocolates, an oversized teddy bear, and a handwritten love note all sound great, but that’s not really what the day is about. When you cut through all the noise, February 14th is just a dayContinue reading “How to Show Someone You Care on Valentine’s Day”

How to Cheer on Your Team: Make Your Own Spiritwear

By Nicki Byrnes January 26, 2023 My local team, the Cincinnati Bengals, went to the Super Bowl last year. The city was abuzz with excitement and swathed in orange and black. I didn’t have Bengals spiritwear, so I decided to create an elevated hat design that didn’t look anything like the mass-produced gear sold inContinue reading “How to Cheer on Your Team: Make Your Own Spiritwear”

How to Make Pompoms with Only a Crochet Hook & Faux Fur Yarn

By Nicki Byrnes November 2, 2022 If this basket was a person, she would be loads of fun with a touch of glam! But unlike her persona, she is actually very low maintenance. The most distinctive part of this basket is the faux fur, which is used to add trim and create the pompoms. IContinue reading “How to Make Pompoms with Only a Crochet Hook & Faux Fur Yarn”