Create And Bedazzle LLC

03/08/2026

Quick update on my temperature blanket adventure - turns out I've got a bit of self-diagnosed crafter's ADHD mixed with OCD. Who knew?

Since my last post, my obsession with knitting has only grown stronger, especially now that I've managed to incorporate all 10 colors into my project. As of today, I've knitted my way through 142 days, dedicating roughly 48 hours of love, frustration, and determination to this throw. I've just reached May 21, 2024 (81.5 F), on this timeline of temperatures and had to stop, not because I wanted to, but Bobbi is covering my directions 😆.

Here's an updated picture to show you how it's shaping up.

Stay tuned for more updates and crafty adventures. Who knows what craft will capture my heart and sanity next! Let's keep creating and bedazzling, no matter where our crafting whims take us.

03/05/2026

Some of you have noticed I’ve been knitting a lot lately. I decided to make something called a **temperature blanket** — where you knit a row each day using a color that matches the high temperature for that day. At the end of the year, you have a blanket that shows the weather pattern of that year.

Naturally, I approached this simple concept in the most complicated way possible.

Back in November I joined a temperature blanket group and immediately fell down the research rabbit hole. I took over 40 screenshots, downloaded about 30 different color charts, and spent an embarrassing number of hours on a website plugging in yarn colors and temperature ranges. Acrylic? Cotton? Wool? Big box store? Local yarn shop? What if I run out of yarn and the world ends?

Because clearly this required **very serious planning**.

I finally decided I wanted to make a throw for our cottage in Northern Michigan using the year we bought it. I drove 1½ hours to a yarn shop in Traverse City, fell in love with a lightweight yarn, picked out 10 beautiful colors, came home, printed my chart, and excitedly cast on.

The thrill of the cast-on was real.

I knit the entire month of January and then had the brilliant idea to mark the exact day we bought the cottage with a sparkly yarn. So I went looking through my photos to find the day we were holding the keys.

That’s when I realized…

I had been knitting the **wrong year**.

All those hours of research. Planning. Knitting.

Wrong. Year.

On the bright side, when I ripped it all out I realized the blanket was way too wide anyway, so I’m calling it a design improvement.

Round two is now underway and going much better. I’ll share progress photos as it grows — and hopefully this time it will actually represent the correct year of our cottage. 😆

03/01/2026

I'm a yarn master, whipping up cozy creations and living my best life. I'll bore you with photos of my work throughout the month 😉

12/19/2025

Stop by Upndown Wyandotte tonight during Shop the Dotte for an additional 10% off anything crafted by Create And Bedazzle LLC.
Polish folk art customized jean jackets, lanyards, wristlets, eyeglass & pen holder, lip balm holder & local fanfare earrings. Merry Christmas!

Open late tonight for this fun event! We’ve got sales on our locally handmade jewelry and candles PLUS mystery discount with purchase! Come on in and enter to win our Holidazed giveaway, too.

Other participating businesses:






Plus more shops open until 8-9:00 for you tonight. Perhaps I should have worn pajamas today…

12/05/2025

Today is the last day to order the Nativity Light Up Box before the price goes up, so don't be a Grinch and get on that.
Special shout out to Leslie Bishop, Pamela Tuttle, Barbara Raczynski Toboy, and Janice Kozlowski for buying a Create and Bedazzle item on Shop the Dotte Small Business Saturday, you guys are the real rockstars. Hit me up for your super secret special treat, crafted with love by yours truly.

11/30/2025

✨A Heartwarming Holiday Keepsake Returns

A few years ago, Create and Bedazzle introduced a special creation that quickly became a customer favorite— CUSTOM KEEPSAKE Nativity Light-Up Boxes. This season, I’m bringing them back for a limited time, offering the same gentle glow of hope, peace, and joy… available only until the remaining frames are sold out.

Each box is lovingly designed and available in multiple languages—English, Polish, Italian, Spanish, German, or a serene shepherds scene—so you can share the message of Christmas in the way that speaks most to your heart.

Choose from beautiful frame options in white, blonde, walnut, or black, each one showcasing the Nativity story in a way that feels personal, meaningful, and timeless. The soft battery-operated lights bring the artwork to life and can be set to shine for six peaceful evening hours.

These keepsakes make a thoughtful gift for someone you love—or a cherished tradition for your own family. Once the in-stock frames are gone, this creation will be retired for good, making each piece a limited treasure.

🎄 **Special Pricing:**
Order now through December 5th for $45
After December 5th: $50

Bring the light of Christmas home—and share the warmth that lasts long after the season fades.

11/28/2025

As a special Small Business Saturday treat, anyone who shows proof of purchase of one of my Create & Bedazzle items from Upndown Wyandotte during Shop the Dotte will receive a complimentary, custom-made surprise gift from me!
Just send me a message and I’ll get started on your special something. I can’t wait to create a little extra sparkle just for you!
Thank you for shopping small and supporting local makers. 🫶

11/26/2025

Exciting news! A fresh batch of Create & Bedazzle items will be available at Upndown Wyandotte just in time for Small Business Saturday! I will be offering a special thank-you gift for anyone who purchases one of my items from the shop on Saturday during Shop the Dotte - details to follow.
Jean jackets are sourced from Old Navy; I will be happy to create a one-of-a-kind item if the in-store selection does not include your size. There are 4 different Polish Floral patterns to choose from.

Upndown Wyandotte Shop the Dotte

11/23/2025

New creation alert!
I transformed simple denim into wearable folk art using Polish floral fabric straight from Poland.
Plus a peek at my first Christmas craft show — thank you to everyone who stopped by!

10/09/2025

I'm baaack! Give your ears some love and let's rally behind the Detroit Tigers, who are ridiculously overdue for a playoff victory, and are just itching to bring some serious excitement to the Motor City!
A new smaller size Old English has been added to the rack. Available at Upndown Wyandotte.
Sizes: 1.5”, 1.25” & 1”

06/05/2025

For my daughter's wedding shower, I crafted these charming favors. I knitted a dishcloth, or washcloth, made from 100% cotton yarn, shaped like a butterfly and complemented by a bottle of Dawn soap. These favors are not only practical and useful for a spring or summer shower, but they also make great end-of-year teacher appreciation gifts.