Scout & Indiana
Aurifil Artisan 2026: Opening the Box
When I found out I had been selected as a 2026 Aurifil Artisan, I was equal parts excited and honored. Aurifil has assembled an incredibly talented community of makers, quilters, artists, and sewists, and being welcomed into that group felt validating in a way that’s hard to put into words. Much of what I do has been learned through experimentation, trial and error, and a willingness to ask, “What happens if I try this?” Being invited to join this year’s Artisan team felt like encouragement to keep asking those questions.
Handmade with Love in Arlington
Scout & Indiana's Fancy Forest Quilts
Rad Dad Project: standing desks for tots!
Our first blog of the new year (that started over 3 weeks ago – yikes!) is a Rad Dad Project that was inspired by one of the fastest growing trends of 2017 – standing desks! J wanted to build a standing desk for himself (that blog will come later this year), but like the sweet man that he is, he was more inspired to build the girls a fun and kid friendly standing desk first. The ultimate goal was to create a good learning and creative workspace with storage for supplies and materials as well as different modes/areas for learning and art. In one of his most creative designs yet, J incorporated a mutli-functional tabletop, a magnetic backboard, AND a whiteboard. He built it as a double desk top because, you know…twins ;) And he also designed it so it can be easily disassembled and moved since we frequently move (because, you know…ARMY).
Appreciating my Military Family this Military Family Appreciation Month
DIY Flamingo Halloween Costumes
our first garden!
national ice-cream day: mint icecream recipe!
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S&I custom upcycled t-shirt dresses: the making of!
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feeding guide: the first year
early eating: don't get discouraged mamas!
