Crafty Girl...

Ainsley had been really into the American Girl books this summer. At the end of the story there is usually a craft or food item to make. I think that's what is really driving her to read the books... hey whatever works!

Last week she wanted to make a jewelry tree. She was pretty happy with it... even though it didn't look exactly like the picture (I'm trying to get her in the habit of using what we have instead of begging me to take her to the craft store to get supplies). I think it turned out cute.

It's now in her room all loaded down with bracelets. This week she wants to make a charm bag... it requires a piece of leather, leather punch and waxed thread like who has that laying around?  I suggested we make it with fabric... as of now she's not too thrilled with that idea. So we are going to go with her second choice.. dyeing a shirt with onions. Should be interesting.