09.10.11 Random Act of Craft

Like me, Megan is a Rockford girl who married her true love, Bob, on 09.10.11. Well, my true love is Todd, not Bob, and they got married in Washington (state), not Rockford, but you get the picture… Judging by her posts on Facebook, she and Bob are more in love now than they were the day they got married. I made this Wedding Canvas for them to commemorate their special day, and it turned into a Random Acts of Craft since I procrastinated so much that it’s getting to them nearly nine months after they got married – so, kinda like a baby, but without the pain and discomfort!

I really liked the simplicity of the black and white photo Megan sent me, and I carried that theme into the paper and embellishments I chose to enhance the photo. I love making these canvases, and I’ve used different sizes to make “fancy” wall hangings.

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A Pugly Random Acts of Crafting

When I saw the Pugly hand embroidery pattern from Sublime Stitching, several people came to mind who I knew would love to have this hanging on their walls. But I decided that I’d stitch it up for Tom and Terrie because they work so tirelessly to help animals, especially Pugs, in need. Tom regularly drives 100 miles to pick up an abandoned dog who would otherwise be euthanized. Tom and Terrie have opened their home to a veritable zoo of animals, and my husband, Todd, and I admire them deeply. Someday when we are able to afford our own home (instead of renting), we hope to follow their example.

This was a surprise Random Act of Craft in that I did not let Tom or Terrie know that it was being sent to them. It was hard not to post photos on Facebook or Instagram since it’s so darned cute, but I was strong! I stitched it up, mounted it, sent it out via FedEx, and sat on pins and needles waiting to hear that they had received it. I love doing these kinds of things for people! It’s probably because I like getting surprises so much, too.

Mr. Pugly’s proud new parents ❤

All Call for Crafters and Artists!

I’d like to get this blog started as a group effort with crafters and artists from all over the world. My vision for Random Acts of Crafting is to showcase crafts you’ve created for others that are in the spirit of Random Acts of Crafting (Random Acts of Crafting is all about creating crafts and art for people who aren’t expecting it.) AND as a resource for how-to tutorials and instructions.

I think this could be a lot of fun for everyone!

If you’d like to be a part of this movement, leave a comment on this post or email me at ALBHenderson {at} gmail {dot} com.