Spring Crafts

There are a handful of spring crafts that anyone can do.  Some may take more time  then others, but all are fun and a reward within themselves.

First UP: Needlepoint

Needlepoint is something that anyone can do.  Like many crafts, they can be as simple or as complicated as you want.  There are different stitches and techniques that come with them.  Consider needlepoint knots.  Some are simple, like when you start a project, others are not that simple.

 

If you’re a beginner, make sure that you’re looking at doing the basic stitches first, and then as you master those, add the more complicated ones.  Yes, it’s that simple.

Some things that you can needlepoint:

 

 

 

Farmers Market Bag, ft. I'm a Tiger Needlepoint Canvas.

Agate Art, Kit or Canvas

 

Knitting!

Knitting is all about the knit and pearl stitches.  Everything is build off of them, and based on them.  Like with Needlepoint, knitting can start simple and then progress as your skill and comfort level do.

 

Crocheting:

With crocheting, you’re making all kinds of fancy Knots, you can make hats, blankets shirts really a never ending list of things.  Crocheting also follows the path of simple to hard.  Once you have the basics in your belt, you can go to the next level.  Unlike knitting, you don’t use needles, but rather a crochet hook.  It’s that hook that you pull the thread through and around.

Setting Spring In Motion

There are several things that you can do to set spring in motion.  Sometimes it’s hard to believe that spring is just a couple of weeks away, especially if you live in a place that gets a lot of rain.  Portland is such a place, and it’s apparent that people can’t wait for spring to get here.  The question that lays before us is simple: what can we do to get spring in motion, before it appears to be here?  There are many things that can be done to help facilitate spring in your life.

Farmers Market Bag, ft. A Certain Glamour Needlepoint Canvas.

Crafts!

Are one of the simplest things that you can do to bring spring into your life.  This Farmers Market bag is one of those fun activities that will allow for you to start bring spring into your home.  If you make this needlepoint, then you’re not just going to be bringing spring into your home, but to everyone that sees the bag that you’ve personally handcrafted, it’s that simple.

 

Spring Cleaning!

Spring cleaning is another avenue that many people use to kick off the spring.  It’s not the most enjoyable of things to do for the spring, but it’s often necessary.  Cleaning your home, garden, attic and garage are just some of the things that help you spot problems that may have developed over a long cold winter, that need attention during the warmer months like spring and summer.

 

Sexy In Silk!

Silk can make any woman feel sexy, but there are certain items that will not only make her feel sexy, but will also make the one she’s with glow with pride.  When she’s wearing silk undergarments, she tends to carry herself in such a way that it shows.  But when she’s wearing a silk scarf, then she knows, it he knows it and everyone else that’s around them know it.  Now there’s several different ways this gems can be worn and theirs a lot more to the style for those that wear them.  Here are just a few and you can find all of these designs and more at Peter Charles Savvy.

The heart of scarves is something that you carry within you and something that others see.  Scarves can change your confidence as well as your identity.  Take a look!

 

Tiger - Beige

Tiger!

Tiger

Tiger is a fine example of how your confidence, style and sense of self can come out.  It’s a beautiful design that will flow around you and through you as you wear it on those hot summer nights.  You’re sure to be doing some hunting with this silk treasure.

If beige isn’t your favorite, take a look at this purple tiger!

Tiger

Graphic Scarfs:

Graphic Silk Scarf

I love this silk scarf!  It’s something that lets all in the design and fashion business know that you know who you are and where you’re going.  It’s not just about what’s inside of you, but who you are.

Mixed Media!

Mixed Media Silk

While this scarf may have the name of Mixed Media, you won’t be confused by it.  It’s one that will set the standards for those to try and reach and will take you to an entirely new level.

Snakeskin:

Silk Snakeskin - Infinity

Infinity Silk Snakeskin

Copper Snakeskin - Infinity

Infinity Copper Snakeskin

Double Snakeskin

Double Snakeskin

Little Injuries Need Attention Too!

Often times, when someone gets an injury, you may feel that you don’t need to receive medical attention.  It’s understandable, after all it’s time out of your day to go and get the attention that you need.  But, it’s those little injuries that may cost you the most.  For example, if you get a burn, do you take care of it yourself, or do you seek medical attention?

There are a couple of things for you to consider off the top.  While a burn is often considered to be a ‘small’ thing, it’s also something that if it’s not taken care of properly, it can cause life-threatening problems.  Infection, potential amputation and other complications are things that can result if a burn isn’t properly handled.  If you it’s anything other than a minor burn, you need to receive medical attention.  If time and money are things that stress you, then consider urgent cares like Boca Regional Urgent Care are places where you can be seen quickly and swiftly.

Sprained foot.jpg

Sprains

Sprains are something that are overlooked often.  For your consideration is the possibility that your sprain has caused more damage than you originally thought!  A sprain simply put, is when your ligaments and tendons are over stretched and are consequently damaged.  It’s often the case that people are able to recover from things, but it’s a long and tedious process.  But what if the damage is deeper than you imagine.  Sometimes, those tendons and ligaments need to be surgically reattached.  Odds are, you won’t know if that’s the case, after all you’re probably not a doctor.  Again, this makes sprains a reason why you need to drop by an urgent care, and let them have a look.

Other Things

There are an unlimited number of other little things that you need to see a doctor for, sprains and burns are just two.  Cuts, head injuries, colds, flus, falls and blood sugar are just some of the ‘little’ things that you’d need to check-in with an urgent care physician for.  It’s not worth the risk or possibility of further damage and complications because you didn’t take a little time out of your day to find out if you’re day.