I'm Frida, the creator of this blog. I post Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays about Art, Crafting, Photography, Veganism, Life in general and things I find important, fun or interesting.
Finally, a new movie out. My computer ate the first draft of this so I was a bit discouraged to start again, but her we are. Enjoy, please give me a thumbs up and subscribe if you like it, t… Read More
…and also on Ravelry if you are a member of that great community. I do love to knit, especially socks and after a while I got ideas of socks I wanted to try to create, so I started wr… Read More
My first YouTube video about jewellery. So exiting, I am already editing another one. I tried a different style of video, quiet with only the noises of me working, but sped up. Let me know w… Read More
I uploaded my first hand bound books to Etsy Shop a while ago, they are darling small books that are all unique. Well have a look at the video to get at closer look at them Read More
Tips and tricks on how you can decorate and diversify your DIY and home sewn underwear. You can have lots of fun with buttons, bows and utilise what the clothing is decorated with. The two p… Read More
Have you checked out my latest videos on repurposing old tops into underwear? I also go into how to use a PDF sewing pattern. And the next one is about how you can embellish your underwear w… Read More
Acrylic Pouring, what not to do 101. I thought I would do a pour making all the mistakes possible, for your benefit, to learn from me. That is at least what one might think watching this pou… Read More
Here is the last instalment in this series about “from wool to yarn” I really hope you like it and maybe even learned something new. Please like, share, comment and subscribe! Read More
Go ahed learn a little about wool and spinning. Also playlist here. If you like this DIY and crafty tutorials, please like, share, comment and subscribe. It means the world to me Read More
I’m working on a new movie, for my YouTube Channel that requires quite a lot of fold over elastic… Any thoughts? I’m really looking forward to it! I’m starting… Read More
If you are interested in handiworks and specifically carding and spinning in this case. Have a look at my new YouTube movie that I worked really hard on. If you feel like it, please like, sh… Read More
I had a hard time cropping this picture, let me know which you like the best or if you have any suggestions. The Daily Post Daily one-word Prompt – Rivulet. Original Picture Read More
I don’t know if you know this about me, but I am a huge knitter and I have also written a bunch of knitting patterns, mainly socks but also mittens and a scarf. I have spent some time… Read More
Well I learned a new word today, english is not my first language as I am Swedish. This is my little cur, Millicent the labradoodle. I was obviously spending to much time taking pictures of… Read More
My darling Labradoodle Millicent is finally home again. She had to stay two nights at the vets. She had an upset stomach and fever. Either she has a sensitive stomach or she ate something in… Read More
These are one of the nicest things I brought home from San Francisco. Growing kits for a Redwood tree and a Bristlecone Pine tree. I found them at the Exploratorium museum gift shop (I… Read More
Whats more vague, a lovely collection of photos that my camera has taken the liberty of snapping itself, without asking for my permission. A response to the Daily Posts Daily one-word Prompt… Read More
Finally we are getting some nice and warm days here in Sweden and you can actually enjoy some ice cream outside, a sweater might be recommended. I did a little research to see if there were… Read More
Since it’s 8th of march today and International Women’s Day, it seemed like a happy coincidence that I was pondering a little about a certain […] Read More
*Prerequisite knowledge: I have Aspergers and didn’t get diagnosed until I was 30. So, I have always felt that something was different about me compared to my […] Read More
Fat mum slim Photo a day challenge, January 2018 Day 20: Reflection One crystal clear winter day. Did you like this post, click those Like […] Read More
I have tried sewing with stretch fabric before and successfully made myself some nice and great fitting tops, so I thought I was ready for […] Read More
Fat mum slim Photo a day challenge, January 2018 Day 19: Paper Its important to follow the pattern (paper). Look I made a bralette without […] Read More
Fat mum slim Photo a day challenge, January 2018 Day 18: Cool This morning, no house, this afternoon, a house! Cool! Also cool giant crane! […] Read More
Fat mum slim Photo a day challenge, January 2018 Day 11: Me Yes, with uncombed hair, pyjamas, lounging in the couch drinking coffee out of […] Read More
Fat mum slim Photo a day challenge, January 2018 Day 7: Light Ops, almost forgot. Goodnight. Did you like this post, click those Like and […] Read More
Oh no, my mountain climbing obsession is showing! Again. For some reason I am a “little bit” obsessed with mountain climbing stories, books, documentaries, anything. […] Read More
…I’m alive! Surprise! I thought I would start blogging again. So the 100 thing didn’t go so well, I got up in the fifties, but well, a little black Labradoodle was born, d… Read More
I am still behind, but I’m working hard to catch up. I’m realising its not doing the right number on the exact right date, but rather to keep the creativity flowing continuously… Read More
I have never had a really good relationship with food, and I have often stated that if someone comes up with a food pill I will gladly give up all food, even chocolate, to not have the hassl… Read More
Diane Özdamar is a french illustrator / graphic designer / photographer that has spent years photographing rats to break the negative image of them by taking cute pictures, and I t… Read More
Here we have the latest 100 days project pieces. I am trying to catch up and I am finding that doing them in batches of two or tree is actually helpful, makes me more creative. I love… Read More
I thought I would write about this movie while it is fresh, while the credits are still running, the music is still in my headphones and I am still crying. Okja. Edit: (The bit after… Read More
Thank you so much Honest K, for nominating me for this lovely pink award. Go have a look over at her site, especially if you are as fond of sarcasm as I am. Your passive aggressive sarcasm i… Read More
Hello people. Time for a little update. I have been absent a while and I thought I would explain why. One of the reasons I have been absent is that I have an infection and have to take antib… Read More
Day 28: Quote 44: “She had eyes so blue they looked like weather.” Tom Petty and the HeartbreakersMaterials: Cotton string, concrete marbles, acrylic paint and wood glue Find all… Read More
Day 25: Quote 18: “Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” Marcel Proust Materials: Sock yarn and fishing lin… Read More
Day 22: Quote 63: “The ostrich burying its head in the sand does at any rate wish to convey the impression that its head is the most important part of it.” Katherine Mansfie… Read More
Day 19: Quote 89: “All life is only a set of pictures in the brain, among which there is no difference betwixt those born of real things and those born of inward dreamings, and n… Read More
Day 7: Quote 15: “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” Lao Tzu Brooch: Materials: Paper map, my footprint in acrylic paint, veneer and wood glue. Find all… Read More
Day 3: Quote 93: “Like a cat Dragged in from the rain Who goes straight back out To do it all over again I’ll be back for more.” Depeche Mode Necklace Materials; Fir, glue… Read More
Day 2: Quote 51: “If I had a radio for every time you loved me so, I wouldn’t have a radio at all. Now I sit and waste my time, my room is quiet as a mime, and wait for someone g… Read More
Day 1: Qoute 33: I wont be afraid just as long as you stand, Stand by me. Ben E. King Brooch Materials: Cotton fabric, cotton thread, foam and a safety pin. Find all my days and the 100 Days… Read More
I visited the police station in Alingsås today, for a very un sinister cause, I needed a new identification card. (the postoffice is holding my bathing suit hostage!) And while waiting… Read More
Ok, so this lovely sun pavilion from IKEA, that we have thoroughly enjoyed (I don’t like direct sun) is way more sturdy than its fabric roof. That nicely ripped last year. The pavilion… Read More
It snowed today. It hailed the day before yesterday and on my birthday the 3 of April we had coffee in our shirtsleeves outside. April weather. I don’t mind. There’s no stopping… Read More
Overnight oats are a great way for us that are reeeeealy tried in the morning, like “stir oatmeal for five minutes is too much” tired, and “I forgot to heat the water befor… Read More
Should I write about this horrible thing that happened in Stockholm this Friday? A city I lived in for eight years and know very well. I have walked that street many times, I have been just… Read More
I’m new to this bullet journaling thing. Its called an Analog system for a digital age. “The Bullet Journal is an analog system designed to track the past, organise the present a… Read More
Since I feel a bit like crap, but contented crap, if there is such a thing, after hosting a fabulous birthday party for 15 people I love very much, as an aspie and introvert, that is a bit d… Read More
I love baking, a bit to much, because someone has to eat it all. But since I became vegan I had to redo or find new recipes to fill in the gaps of old favourites. I have a good vanilla spong… Read More
I am a knitter. I’m sure of it. I can knit a pair of socks without a pattern at hand and I know the exact way to knit the perfect sock for both me and my husband, what about that I nev… Read More
I am all exited, I am going to take part in the 100 days project, now what is this you ask. Its described as “A wonderfully simple, and deceptively challenging project. If you sign up… Read More
Wednesday BNC (Before New Car): We are getting a new car! I am so exited, I am so exited! “Tomorrow, tomorrow, I love ya, tomorrow, you’re only a day a waaaaaaay!” does it… Read More
So we are back at that swimwear issue. I just can’t find one I like under 800kr ($100)! I do have some really difficult though. I want to be able to swim in it. I want my bits to be co… Read More
Lately I have been watching a lot of YouTube movies about people remodeling and living in their cars, vans or busses. They mostly do it to get more freedom in life, not out of need, to trave… Read More
Do you know, because I certainly don’t? (Well I do now, but that’s the whole point of the post so, shhhh!) It is about three in the morning and I know I’m out of my melaton… Read More
Im sorry, Im yet again trying to find the optimal, perfect, made in heaven, just for me theme. So there will be some disturbances. Love Frida Read More
So, I have no in-depth subject today… I have sore muscles from an intense forest walk yesterday, that featured an adorable little horse, that made me all muddy when I was petting his… Read More
No, I don’t mean I hear voices… well I do, but its my voice. Let me explain. I don’t know if this effects me because I have Aspergers/autism, add or just because its me. B… Read More
I am really, really afraid of going to the dentist. I’ll be in a heightened state of panic weeks before, which is really bad for your body and mind and devastating for your life, I&rsq&hell…Read More
I made another toiletry bag with strawberries on it! Here is the post of the one I made for my husband, with foxes. This is the free pattern “Toiletry bag for Dad&ldquo&hell…Read More