Hofkissed
5648 Sixth Line RR1 N0B 2K0 Rockwood, ON, Canada

Was busy painting some wood today for some custom orders headed out the shop door soon! Contact me to create something for you too... I can do just about anything. #hofkissed #handmade #DIY #woodworking #PorchSign #GrowthChart #PaintedWood #RefinishedWood #Rockwood #Guelph

A week in review... I decided to try something new. I haven’t been posting much on here lately (a combo of disliking social media, settling in and spending time in the country), so I thought I would post every Sunday night with review and post projects periodically. And just so you know, even though I may not post much, you can always reach out if you have a project in mind. I’d love to create something for you!... 1. The Easter Bunny arrived and hid eggs outside. 2. We biked the country roads. 3. I’m a little crazy sometimes - I cannonballed into the pond. Brrrrr! 4. I completed a custom birthday card order for a Raptors fan. 5. I revived and old ladder and decorated my front porch. 6. Spray painted the mailbox (in the best colour ever!) and added our names and number. 7. Sharing a shop with my brother means I get to use all his cool tools! I learned how to use a planer and revived some cedar boards. 8. Discovered lots of frogs, including this cool leopard frog. 9. Did some cramped dirty work today, all in the name of scoring more wood for projects!

A beaut night to have the shop door open and project the game on the wall! By-the-way, did you know my brother does amazing cabinetry?! #hofkissed #ShopNightLife #WorkingHard #woodworking #WoodShop #hockey #MapleLeafs

Inspired by @marina.bastelt and my #rustic bunnies I created last week. I think I’m in love!! #hofkissed #handmade #DIY #RusticDecor #HomeDecor #Easter #bunny #EasterBunny #EasterDecor #wood #nature

I finally sat down the other night and chatted with a friend online while #PaperCrafting I honestly felt like a total newbie!! It’s been months since I’ve done any #Cardmaking and I still haven’t settled into my new (temporary) space. However, I managed to create a couple of #Easter cards using bits and pieces I was rediscovering in my drawers and baskets. #hofkissed #handmade #DIY #PaperCrafting

Yup, these #bunnies will definitely be multiplying! They turned out so stinkin’ cute!! What do you think? #hofkissed #handmade #DIY #rustic #RusticDecor #HomeDecor #EasterDecor #SpringDecor #spring

I was finally able to get crafty this weekend!! Finished a piece to hang in the front entry. Glued five wooden houses together, painted and distressed. I can now leave it as is, or decorate the houses for the seasons. I was inspired by @jessicalynnathome and her houses last month. #hofkissed #handmade #DIY #FallDecor #HomeDecor #Dollarama #DollarTree #crafting #WoodDecor

Picked up this large and very heavy candle pillar (?) yesterday in Aberfolye and today I made it into a little side table. I purchased the top piece from the Restore a while back... felt good to get my hands a little dirty today!! #hofkissed #handmade #HomeDecor #Repurpose #RepurposedFurniture #antiques

It’s been a long, but great week! It’s also been a while since I’ve checked in with all of you. Life has changed a lot lately... You likely know that kids in Ontario started back to school this week, both in person and virtually. What you probably didn’t know is that I also went back to school. An amazing opportunity came my way last week to start a full-time position at the school. It came suddenly and I couldn’t pass it up, but it left very little time to get my life or...ganized for this change. Haha. It’s been about eight years since I’ve worked full-time, so it’s a big adjustment! I haven’t had much time to play in the studio, but I did get a chance to try out my heat vinyl and made my kiddos these patches. Hopefully this weekend I’ll get a chance to create some more. What are your plans?

I blame Covid brain, cooped up for 6 months with my children and husband, a long weekend, turning 40 today and a migraine. Sorry for missing the video today!!!

So many choices and I can’t make a decision! I don’t know what to show you today, so I’ve got nothing to be able to go live. #SoSorrySo many choices and I can’t make a decision! I don’t know what to show you today, so I’ve got nothing to be able to go live. #SoSorry

We’ll be celebrating 12 years of marriage this weekend, so I decided to customize some decor specifically relating to us. Can you guess who sleeps on what side?! #Hofkissed #handmade #HomeDecor #FramedDecor #ThisIsUs

Sorry I'm late (a hornet was in the house and I had to trap and release it!). Anyway, no live today unfortunately... I've been battling migraines and am not feeling the live reveal today. BUT, I can share the video and the kits are available on my website too. https://youtu.be/irGJ7HNdLQM I'm bringing my "Quick and Easy" classes back, though still not in Studio. I'll release a new one on the first Tuesday of every month (same schedule I had for in-person classes). These kits are lower priced and include projects that can be done quicker.

Just discovered my mom kept my #HighSchool jacket! Great memories from back in the day, including a 25 year old #LipSmackers in the pocket!! Did you know my company name, #Hofkissed is derived from my maiden name and nickname - Hof/Hoffy? Now you do!

Thanks to my crafty friend @judithmnaylor who suggested I make this hanger. Whatcha think? Who wants one?! I can easily swap out wine for something else too. #Hofkissed #handmade #DIY #VinylSign #VirtualLearning #DoorHanger

Surprise! I have no idea what I’m creating today! Tune in to find out if I laughed at myself the whole time or created something spectacular.

Pints, TV and #weeding vinyl. Working on introducing vinyl decals into the shop!! Any requests?! #hofkissed #DIY #Kitchen #ConversionChart #vinyl #ScanNCut #HomeDecor #KitchenDecor #WeedingVinyl #VinylDecals

Card Kit Release for August 25th, 2020 - a sneak peek live! Limited Kits available at www.hofkissed.ca Full video tutorial will be posted tonight on YouTube

Starting to think about switching out my decor for Fall. Check out this arrangement of items. The frame can stand or hang in either orientation and is perfect for mini pictures, notes, wreaths and more. I think it’s adorable. #hofkissed #handmade #HomeDecor #Fall #FallDecor #banner #wreath

I’ve been getting acquainted with my new Brother... machine that is! Sorry for being a little MIA (what day is it?! ), but new and exciting things are happening in the studio and just know my wheels are turning with new ideas. My sleep pattern is definitely aware... my brain won’t shut up. #hofkissed #handmade #BrotherCanada #ScanNCut

Here’s the completed sign that I posted about the other day. A custom request - hand painted and lettered (with a little stamping too) wood sign. This baby measures 48 x 12. #Hofkissed #handmade #DIY #WoodSign #CustomRequest

Card Kit Release! Watch to see me put together the projects and purchase yours at www.hofkissed.ca The video will be available for replay here and on YouTube soon after the live event. YouTube Video (edited): https://youtu.be/il11zOY960Q Kits are available while supplies last!

Kicking it old school with this letter-to-wood transfer technique. Finishing up a custom piece for a client, but now I need a break for dinner. Unlike my fussy-cutting, I’m not so fast with this process.

The shop was updated today and I’d love for you to stop by and see what’s new! #hofkissed #handmade #GreetingCards #HomeDecor #Diy #crafting #ForSale

I'm back to blogging and things have a whole new look! You'll find today's post especially helpful if you're a ribbon hoarder like I am! I've got several projects and a new video too! Check it out and let me know what you think. http://hofkissed.blogspot.com/2020/08/hofkissed-is-back.html

Reposting due to technical difficulties! The entire video didn’t post earlier... Anyway, the house is busy with the kids and husband working at home. I wasn’t going to be able to go live... so I snuck up to my room (where it was quietest, haha) to try and do a voice over for a video segment I’m working on about ribbon. Here’s a little snippet of that, all about using ribbon and twine on greeting cards.

I fussy cutting! I might be the fastest fussy cutter around! Prepping the kits for the next card kit release - Tuesday, August 18th. #hofkissed #handmade #DIY #CardKits #FussyCutting #LoveWhatIDo #PaperCrafting #crafting