Teachers are the best ever! And after all they do for our kids, it’s nice to be able to give something back to let them know how much they’re appreciated (especially when it’s handmade and from the heart). Below are 20 perfect DIY gifts for your favorite teacher. Thank You Teacher Printable 2. Chalkboard […]
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The Color Me Christmas Stocking: FREE Stocking Pattern
I thought it would be fun to create a Color Me Christmas stocking to display at the International Quilt Market next week. The best part is that I have a FREE Christmas stocking pattern and tutorial for you, so that you can use your Christmas Color Me fabrics! Simply download the pattern HERE. It is […]
Create Baby Bodysuits with Fabric Markers
Create ONESIES® with fabric markers! I have had the pleasure of working with Tulip Fabric Markers several times since the launch of my Color Me fabric line. Recently, I posted about all of their various fabric marker products and how to use them on my line. Read that post for tips and tricks and how to properly […]
Free Printable Valentine’s Day Tags and Pretzel Treats
Valentine’s Day is in less than a month and if you are anything like me, you wait until the night before to figure out what to send the kids to school with as their treats. Instead of purchasing store bought Valentine’s, I love to create something fun and unique and also let the kids get […]
Make Sock Puppets!
Keep this idea for long winter days to keep kids busy… make good old sock puppets! Sock puppets have been around forever, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t fun. Update them with fun socks and crazy accessories. You will need: *”fun” socks (purchased mine at Target on clearance) *fabric glue (or hot glue gun, […]
How to Make a Kaleidoscope
Learn how to easily make a kaleidoscope, using items you probably have lying around the house! Who doesn’t love a fun kaleidoscope, right? I am finally sharing the details of an article I had written months ago for Kids Crafts 1-2-3… look at the cutie pie that made the cover! First, gather your supplies. You […]
How to Make Sidewalk Chalk
Learn how to make your own sidewalk chalk! If your kids are anything like mine, they LOVE to draw on the driveway and on the sidewalks any chance they get and we go through a ton of sidewalk chalk. It is so fun and easy to make your own. This was previously published in the […]
A Typographic T-Shirt: A Tutorial
Meow!!! I am excited to be a part of the Oh Boy Oh Boy Oh Boy super fun Typography series. Make sure you visit her blog for awesome giveaways! The lovely Stacey asked us to use typography in fashion in whatever way we wanted. I had SO many ideas and it was really hard to narrow […]
Wooden Number Wall Art: Tutorial
Here is a super easy and fun way to dress up any room with some wooden art work! Last month, I created the wooden artwork for my son’s bedroom makeover. He wanted a “number themed” bedroom, but I also wanted to make sure it was sophisticated. At the last minute, I came up […]
The Market: Tutorial
Learn how to make a Market of your own! Now, obviously, everyone’s measurements are going to be different, so I am not going to provide those. My space may be larger or smaller than what you have to work with so measure your space and determine the lengths you need before heading to the […]
The Market: Grocery Store for Kids
I am so excited to show you guys “The Market”! My kids literally adore this market. I am not joking when I say that Ethan was in awe when he first saw it. I walked him down to the basement and he stopped in his tracks, covered his mouth, opened his eyes wide and […]
Chunky Bead Necklace: Tutorial
Today, we have the lovely Krista from Woodland Grove sharing a really awesome tutorial for those chunky bead necklaces that have taken Pinterest by storm… If you are anything like Krista (and me), you would rather make your own! ******************************************* Hi – thanks to Hayley for having me today. I’m Krista and […]
Chevron Kitchen Lamp Shade Redo: DIY
In the midst of our crazy downstairs makeover, I decided to spruce up our boring kitchen light fixture using some fabric I had on hand. Super easy project and the best part is that I can change it up as often as I want for very little money. Silly me… I didn’t get a […]
Crocheted Heart Pattern and Tutorial: Guest Post
Happy Valentine’s Day! Today, we have the lovely Cassidy from Cassidys Crochet Creations where she amazing photography and adorable crocheted creations to share. I tried knitting and crocheting before and let me tell you… it is an art form that I was never able to master, so I love checking these projects out. Thanks for stopping by! […]
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