Birds! Treasure! it's all here at The Last Homely House. A busy month of MAKING!

[@yonwife5879]

Dear Kate, thank you for another wonderful video. I was fascinated to see your treasure boxes. However, most importantly, you really helped me. My Grandson was having an absolute bluey, he’s coming up to two years old. He was inconsolable and no one knew what to do. So I said “ it’s ok I’ll take him to see Kate” my family thought I’d gone mad. So on you came and the screaming became sobs then the little post crying hiccups. He snuggled in and fell asleep. He slept and I continued to give nana cuddles , and watch the rest of your video. Thank you.

[@mahliancarmichael6142]

Just wanted you to know that I made birds for all my neighbors and sneaked them in their mailboxes…with a note that says “Ima care-bird, share-bird, to brighten up your day. Keep me for awhile, then send me on my way!😉

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

how beautiful! xxx

[@tgaten]

Thank you! I now have a new word: plumptious! What a fabulous word to know when working with fiber-based crafts.

[@bluewaterpines2santarosabe398]

You are so blessed to have your good relationship with daughter-in-law Kate and special bonding with little one. My daughter-in-law keeps my grand daughter away from me and it has really affected my family. My youngest son, her husband is so torn by it all, and my other children and grandchildren are horrified by her behaviors. I am missing my little Addi growing up, and it us a sadness that is beyond explanation. Thank you for your lovely and joy- filled channel. Bless you all. The birds are delightful.

[@margaretberryman6260]

So sad for you. I never hear from my only child, Keira. Haven't seen her for more than 9 years, and I think she has blocked me on Facebook.

[@barbaraspector6689]

Hey lady, I have the same kind of problem. It’s been twenty years of never meeting with the grandchildren. There’s two of them. My only ones from only son. This problem will be ending soon but I did miss their childhood moments. Take care you’re not alone.

[@fairyGrandmother]

Hi Kate! I'm glad to see you are well! I have a huge scrap bin that I save all year. In the spring I stuff them in an ornamental bird cage, and put them out for the birds. When my kids were little they used to have so much fun walking around the neighbourhood spotting all the colorful bird nests with my scraps! TFS Hugs!

[@janeybeasley9525]

What a great idea!

[@fairyGrandmother]

@@janeybeasley9525 thank you, it was so much fun!

[@PipPop2]

The treasure boxes are so sweet. What a great idea. Don't we all collect little things that we hate to part with? I think giving them away as little treasures are perfect. Unfortunately, I am 7 hours too late. The treasure boxes are all sold out. I'll try to be quicker next time. Thank you for a lovely visit.

[@darlenemitchell4198]

You just make me smile even on some of my sad days Kate! I feel like we are old friends. Thank you so much

[@sandramyer7081]

Same here- i'm an old frirnd to you and Darlene- Sad days do come but this textile ideas make me smile🥰

[@DL-by8el]

Wouldn't it be fun to have tea with Kate? I get sad too. Maybe I need to get a cat like Rita.

[@loishodd8579]

Oh my goodness! what a wonderful surprise those Treasure Boxes will be to those who purchase them!! I could do something similar, and send to people, anonymously.. he he

[@olderpennsylvanian-op2368]

Oh the boxes were sold out before I even got to watch the video!!! But I did get 2 of the bird kits for a friend so she and her granddaughter can do them together. They live on opposite sides of the country so this will be fun to do for them over the internet. I did splurge on some of your beautiful cards for myself. Only very special people will be blessed with those! Thank you for all the lovely peaceful videos.

[@eileenmc8808]

What a lovely idea.🐦

[@olderpennsylvanian-op2368]

@@eileenmc8808 My friend is such a crafty person and is always making things for herself and to give to others. I am hoping I can resist giving these to her until a month before Christmas!

[@helenagoodier1107]

Hi Kate , I absolutely love your channel on KZbin, I'm now a little bit addicted to watching your great ideas. I have never quilted before, but you inspire me to give it a go. Love your work. Helena from Australia. ❤

[@smallfootprint2961]

So lovely to visit with your daughters in law, and little Agness. Your boxes are so creative, and the colors are beautiful. Thanks for letting us be part of your process. Lovely.

[@leannemori9688]

Agnes' mother, Martha, is Kate's daughter.

[@lizadams7662]

What a nice Mom Martha is. So calm and loving without fuss. If 666 was a thread color, it was the popular Christmas red, sometimes in short supply on that account.

[@margaretberryman6260]

I also thought how calm Martha is with little Agnes.

[@karentzn]

Kate mass making kits is so much quicker than doing one at a time. But it is still time consuming. What beautiful birds. Awesome kit idea. You are amazing

[@janettebarr6538]

Agnes looks very much like mummy and mummy looks very much like mummy as well 💕💕

[@deborahcarlisle6807]

What a fun video to view today! Thank you ladies...always a pleasure to watch...made my day!

[@margaretbedwell58]

I'll bet you and Anna have a lot of fun working in your shop. Those are just the cutest little boxes that will be enjoyed all over the world as Anna said about the doves. Thanks for sharing this special video. Y'all have a Blessed day. By the way, Agnes is growing like a weed isn't she.

[@sandramyer7081]

Kate, I always enjoy your tutorials and "talking" to me(us) with some new ideas and creative goodies- i love your birds; usually i LOVE birds and cats anytime and I saw what you started about the sweet Birdz.😂 Wish i lived closer to you - love cold weather( came from Massachusetts) much better than hot and humid! Anyway, for now, I'm following you with my 2 cats and see you next time Too doo loo for you! Esprcially you and Fsmily😂💕Sandi Myer 💕

[@pambrackemyer4356]

Kate , I am a friend on the “sofa”. I believe you are the kindest , most genuine person .Your family is so lucky to have you around. Your teaching abilities and patience are truly a gift. I going through a rough patch right now and finding comfort in watching and listening to your programs. Take care.😊

[@tinatippin5705]

What a fun place to "work". Haha, I got a kick out of you telling us that we could throw the fabric scraps away instead of you! You inspired me to think outside the box....or actually....what fun filling a box could be. I am thinking about our grown grandchildren and how making Nana Boxes for them might be a treasure or a chuckle or even a what was she thinking kind of box. A true inspiration you are, Kate. And the birds are just too cute. Thank you, Kate, and Anna too.

[@grumpy_poo]

Each month I make a Nanna box for my grandkids (8,5,yrs and baby)..as they live far away. I put in something to make , something to do ( this time it was floor chalk for hopscotch) , something to read and something to eat (sweeties) . I spoke to them earlier and they were busy with the play dough kit ,sweeties had long gone... grand daughter was busy popping the bubble wrap with great yelps of delight....They have Children's magazines yet to enjoy.... keeps them busy on wet days...

[@claudiawarren6053]

@@grumpy_poo What a wonderful idea!

[@Barneysma]

@@grumpy_poo what a wonderful idea! My first grandchild is only 3 weeks old, but I am going to pinch your idea when he is older. Such a lovely way to create joy. Thank you. Xx

[@grumpy_poo]

@@Barneysma start collecting bits and bobs now.. make little rag dolls or bears. I made little bears for them last year and wrote picture clues for them to find the naughty little bears .. it so much fun... miss mousy was the storyteller..

[@23jacquied]

Your treasure boxes made me think of Survival Kits that I made for my work mates one Christmas that contained, a penny for their thoughts, a whistle to get someones attention, a little light to guide them, a needle to make sure you can make a stitch in time, a marble in case they had lost theirs,... and other things. I found the idea on line like your treasure boxes which I think are amazing. To bad they were sold 3 years ago

[@sandramyer7081]

Love these birds from books and fabric or felt- they are great for me! ❤️🥰Sandi Myer😂

[@nzessmam]

Doesn’t Martha look like a young version of Kate - lovely seeing the interaction of the different generations

[@mrsmurfin9066]

I thought the same thing!

[@terribishop5313]

Exactly

[@opinionatedone]

And Agnes of Martha, as well.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

my three kids are like peas in a pod! John and Owen look like twins! xxx

[@charlotted6247]

I made some little birds(chickens) like that. I gave them long wooden legs. I painted, sanded, striped, distressed, waxed.......I filled up a whole Christmas tree with them. I made mine from felted wool and loved every single one of them. I was so thrilled when I saw you do birds also. Very precious baby !!!! 🐓🐦 You are so clever building the ribbon jig. 🤯

[@murieltainter5936]

Your bird kit and treasure box are both wonderful. What great little pieces of your world to have in our homes.

[@dorothywilbanks7635]

Love how you keep coming up with different ideas that we all love enjoy your videos beautiful little Agne nice to see your daughter all working together

[@janesalisbury3686]

Yes, I keep the trimmings from various projects, (tch, I can't part with anything) when they have built up into a carrier-bag-full I weave them into bath/shower mats on a small hand loom I made myself. Ha!! as if I don't have enough to do!!!! Can't bear waste. Thanks for all the fun xxx.

[@anitamorrison5426]

Thats a great idea thanks.

[@MyQuiltProjects]

Duplo/lego ribbon holder. Genius! Amazed yet another week. Thank you Kate!

[@wendyhansen3223]

Oh my goodness Agnes so too cute. Let’s load up granny with stickers.

[@charlenerichardson2623]

Kate, you amaze me with your creativity

[@patricianewton4922]

Kate........you have a beautiful family!

[@patrician5215]

Kate, honestly you are the kindest soul. I absolutely love watching your channel. So creative, lovely and beautiful ideas. God bless you❤️

[@anneargo-davies692]

My grandmother made lots of things from fabric scraps like your little bird kit, as ornaments for our Christmas tree. She made each grand child a set, we got a new one each year. Some were stuffed , some were yo-yos made into wreaths, all decorated with buttons, beads, sequins, and ribbons. Thanks for bringing up such fond memories.

[@zohrachala9577]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@world1stage1]

I would want to keep it all too, it's a good thing you have Anna there to keep putting everything back in!

[@brookeinmaine]

Lovely video this week. Felt like I was sitting down with you at the kitchen table, helping to wrap threads. That's an ingenious ribbon dispenser, Kate! 💡Please tell Anna that the blue dress is lovely on her.

[@lindar7099]

I used to save all my trimmings and put them into old jelly or canning jars and labeled them as to quilt, date and who got the quilt. My husband put up a display shelf about 10 inches from the ceiling around my sewing room, where I displayed them. We moved 18 months ago and I knew I had no room for them, so they went into bags for dog bed makers, jars into recycle. I referred to them as my ‘quilt jelly’…..I miss those bits of memories but sometimes you have to let things go…… 20 years worth, hundreds of quilts…….. (sigh!). 🥲

[@barbaramathison2750]

Thanks to all your lovely family for helping you out with filming... keeping us informed while you are mending. Martha you and Agnes explaining all about allotments which I've be reading about in the latest MC Beaton stories of Agatha Raisin Detective series. You both did a wonderful job and such a lovely garden you have. Such a wonderful family and I appreciate so much all that you do to help me and so many others!!! Love you all so much!!!

[@clombard7134]

Hello Kate! So nice to see you creating with Martha and adorable Agnes! Happy for you that the boxes sold out so quickly!

[@charlottebolton6244]

I love it when you include your family in your videos. The cats also are part of the family and I love cats 🐈.

[@MsChris23456]

Treasure boxes sold out already. Wow. Congrats Kate

[@rhondadownes207]

Plumplicious. That might be my new favorite word ☺️ It’s always so nice to see Anna and it was lovely to see Martha and Agnes this time!

[@debbieburchell1573]

I may have to pause the video so I can get over to the site to order some birdies. How adorable!

[@ritabrunetti381]

Hello Kate. It's fun watching you and your family doing projects together. Agnes is beautiful! Now off to your store!! Be well

[@suebarner8364]

I used to do something similar with my bits and pieces. I put them in a bag with an envelope and a blank card, called them “Create-a-Card”, and sold them at the school craft fair for $1 each, which meant that kids could purchase something they could put together and use, and kids and the parents bought them by the handsfull!

[@sandramyer7081]

Great idea! for kids in School! yes!

[@deniseorourke7235]

I can’t believe how much you your daughter and granddaughter resemble each other The apple didn’t fall to far from the tree xo

[@rosesbaker]

As always, this was a delightful experience... I need an Anna in my life❤

[@pebblecritter]

Oh no! Did I miss a shop update email....? I love the idea of all those bits and pieces from you and incorporating them into some of the pieces I make but they'd all gone.... :( Your update was wonderful and it was lovely to see you, Anna, Martha and Agnes having so much fun! I love your building skills, the Duplo holder for the ribbons was brilliant!!! Thanks for a lovely shop update, perhaps I missed the email. xx

[@nestornerona6391]

Lovely idea of sharing small things you have collected. These are treasures to use by others. Like you, I am a hamster of collecting things and buying this idea, I know what to give this Christmas. Thank you!

[@joannebanks2147]

As always a lovely video with a dear KZbin friend Good for you getting the decluttering done I watched when you did the drawers by your table loved every minute of those videos Well need a tour when its all done Martha so looks like you What a beautiful bunch of ladies at the table together Precious moments Take care and happy sewing God bless you all

[@cathyellis248]

I can't believe they are already sold out! Those beautiful treasure boxes! O well, I hope I have better luck next time! Lots of love to you all from a lovely sunny Sweden!

[@laklak3747]

Those birds are lovely! Would make a lovely gift to do with young girl, even up to age 12 or so. I gave a gift of a cupcake pillow to a co-workers friend to make and her daughter was over joyed with the project and colors! Thank you for the lovely idea, it brings back memories of me and my little friends sewing frogs from scraps with one of the moms in the neighborhood over 50 years Ago! Just love all your videos!

[@holly70]

So sad to have missed the treasure boxes but I'm looking forward to making the little bird! Please consider selling more treasure boxes...

[@stitchpenniesofficial]

Those are fantastic!! I’ve brought Canadian ice tea to the lime-green sofa today - there’s plenty for everyone!

[@janesmith716]

I think you've hit on a good idea with the treasure boxes, they went fast! They could even be seasonal.

[@MsSherryjh]

They went super fast!

[@marymoeller8144]

Make some more and let us preorder and pay for them. 😀

[@SharonMiitchell]

I love the birds and the ribbon jig😊

[@alida1031]

Agnes look just like you Kate! She's so sweet and has grown so much.

[@LindaWilde-y6l]

The birds are very cute. I don’t know how you come up with all your ideas, it’s great. Take care. 😊 ❤

[@janeybeasley9525]

Lovely video, what a wonderful Aladdin’s cave of treasures your studio must be! Like most crafters, I too have boxes of bits and bobs that I can’t bear to relinquish, so I’m slightly relieved to see your treasure boxes are sold out! It was very tempting! Good to see you and Anna again! Xxx

[@KimLomQld]

What a lovely video and it was lovely to see Martha and Agnes today and as always the enchanting Anna 🌞

[@Frenchieer]

What great fun! Making memories at the same time. You are lucky to have Anna.

[@sumar207]

What a fun video and gifting idea! Loved seeing your family members, too!

[@lindaficetola607]

Hi Kate, Great seeing you today. I think Agnes looks like you. She is adorable growing beautifully. God bless. Stay well and hope you are enjoying your rest.❤

[@lesliemckinley9615]

I am so inspired to pack up my past treasures and send them as gifts to the young crafters in my life! Thanks, Kate

[@donnajohnson9834]

Kate - I’m sitting here at home with my headset on (while my husband listens to music and reads) and so enjoying watching you prepare the treasure boxes, and only wish that I had seen this earlier to jump on your shop to get one!! I must sound a little crazy, sitting here in the quiet of my headset, as I know I occasionally chuckle or even laugh out loud as you share your process and especially with the difficulty of giving away your precious saved items - wow - I can relate to that! When my husband got a lap loom, I offered that he could look through my yarn stash, but quickly found myself saying, oh no, not that one, nor that one … ! Love your recently discovered channel (thanks, Arne and Carlos for the reference!).

[@sharonzotoff3975]

Could you maybe do a printable for the bird when they're sold out? The kit becomes a "tad" too expensive when the pound is converted to Canadian dollars and I would really love to make a bird to put on the Christmas tree this year. Quite enjoyed watching the treasure boxes come together. Such a fun idea!

[@sandramyer7081]

yes, me too🌺💕🥰

[@margaretberryman6260]

@@sandramyer7081 I'm no sewer, and I'd love to work out how to sew the raw edges, leaving an area to turn bird inside out. Also how to get beak/tail inserted, and the narrow hanging ribbon on top.

[@maiamitt]

It was so good to “meet” Agnes! 😊❤️

[@marygrutzius5756]

Just recently found your Homely House and absolutely love it. I really feel right at home here. ♥ I live in Mahomet, Illinois USA

[@susannetyree7217]

Yes, I save my trimmings. I’m a big believer in “waste not, want not.”

[@andihales3113]

I'm glad I'm not the only one with crafty bits all over the place 😊

[@carlenehall2979]

🤗 So good to see Martha, Agnes, Anna, and Kate all in the same video! Lovely little treasure boxes. Take care ladies! ❤️

[@conniehusband1365]

Absolutely DELIGHTFUL being with you today. Love your box of treats idea. The birds are sweet. The glass is ......I want one! You have a wonderful family! Thankyou.

[@tuthillg]

So fun visiting with you and the family! Agnes is growing up too fast! TFS the inspiration, Kate!

[@jennifertoliver9546]

your daughter and Agnes are lovely! You lucky Woman.

[@chrisberry7712]

Hello Kate! Like your Mum, I keep all my small bits & pieces in re-used plastic boxes. In my case they’re from take-aways. We only had a Chinese once a month, but hey‘ everyone mounted up over the years. I’m sure that anyone seeing them piled up would think that I never cooked a meal in my life! I’ve even passed some on to local charity shops for re-use. I can’t bear to throw anything away if it can be useful. I love your little treasure boxes! X

[@patriciamurdock9090]

So much fun just watching. Thanks Kate and Anna

[@eileengabrovic6084]

I put my quilt trimmings intonthr plastic clear ornaments. I use them for decorating and as fan pulls

[@BAFriend4]

Love those boxes!!! And the cute birds. I must go see if there are any left.

[@hildejohnson8780]

Oh I love the boxes those are cute the little birds and everything if I could afford it I would love to get one but next time so stay safe be careful out there if you guys are looking good and I hope your family is going okay so happy happy crafting 🧵🧵🧵🧵🧵🧵🧶🧵🧶🧶🧶🧶🧶🧶🧶

[@woollykindknits6536]

How very, very clever! What a creative and fun way to declutter! I struggle with throwing things away. But, now I see ... there are definitely ways to get around it! ;-)

[@patsyfoister684]

So sweet. You take such care with your packages. Much love to you, Kate and Anna and your whole family.

[@nicolejanssens199]

Soo beautifull birds,love it!norma is 20year!waaaw she is looking great!

[@glennissalls4734]

I love the way you problem solve. So clever.

[@patrobinson6478]

Kate I LOVE your channel. I lived in England for three years. You bring back many good memories of my time in your country and the goodness of its people.

[@rubyhaze1]

You are so much fun, Kate! I know this is 2 years after your filming- but what a charming idea! The bird ornament kit is a joy, and Phillipa’s glasswork is gorgeous! God Bless you and your family with great joy and good health in the year ahead! ❤❤❤

[@adriennerichter3347]

You are both truly amazing. I would never have been able to put bits and pieces together to make something so beautiful. Thank you, Kate.

[@sharondonelow5364]

Agnes sure looks a lot like grandma! Growing fast too. What a blessing for you all to have each other.

[@galewhiteman2047]

I have a pouty face right now Kate. I had to travel back home on a plane today and just got around to watching. After learning about the treasure boxes, I missed the opportunity to buy one. I did enjoy watching you and your lovely family today. Funny thing…I kept talking about Kate, this & that; my family kept asking who Kate was…❤️. Stay safe. XO.

[@catherinehenderson4670]

I love your visits and chats! When you introduced the bird kits, it struck me that, with a few changes, the bird could make a very delightful needle book.

[@sagepreaumx9903]

I love all the bits and pieces. Now that I'm getting into mix media art I can imagine each piece as part of a project. You're very creative to use fabric scraps as stuffing. As a quilter I find it difficult to throw even bits of fabric away, this is an excellent use for them. I'm a huge recycler and I can see you are too. I love your dress and sweater combo. Did you make them? You look so organized and neat. That's been a struggle for me as an artist. Of course my space is smaller but I do love a place for everything and everything in its space.

[@carolbrumlow4395]

Agnes is getting so big! I remember when you were waiting for her to be born. How time flies!

[@margaretberryman6260]

What a beautiful way Kate and Anna pack parcels! Love this.

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Your daughter sure look like you Kate, Agnes is so cute! Those little treasure box's are really lovely! Good seeing Anna she is so lovely, thank you for sharing enjoy the video as always! Love and Hugs Liz x

[@karenmander2720]

Lovely I want one of those boxes the videos are getting better and better xxx

[@helenmorgan4003]

Thankyou for my slow wake up on Monday morning, wait all week for your post, it always gets me motivated for tje coming week. Coffee cup empty, you tube finished, washing waiting to be hung out, sunny outside and a little warmer now, last month of winter here, almond blossom has burst open in the last few days and all the stone fruit close behind, ever so pretty driving throuh the orchards. Ginger, pecan and white chip chocolate cookies coming down the LGS, enjoy and blessings to you all from down under.

[@BelindaKowalski]

Glad you are back. So nice to see you three generations crafting

[@jaebee9308]

I do keep my trimmings! I love to use them for stuffing for little soft baby toys. Also- that Duplo spool holder was a bit of creative genius, Kate! 💗

[@deborahbaxter27]

You are so lovely. Thank you. Love from Texas.

[@judithtravis4879]

love your channel. you are so peaceful to which.

[@julieknudsen6297]

Anna is adorable and she is so helpful. I wish I had an Anna 😊

[@debbrown5161]

Although you did these birds two years ago, it would be lovely to have an opportunity to have them! They are right up my alley…whimsical ❤