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Ultimate DIY Bundle: Purchase Today!
You guys! I have an amazing offer for you and it ends January 26th. I have never seen an e-bundle with this much value! The Ultimate DIY Bundle will only be on sale for 6 days – from 8am EST on Wednesday, January 21 until 11.59pm EST on Monday, January 26. There are 76 […]
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 […]
Recap of 2014
Beginning a new year is like a reset button. You can decide what worked and what didn’t work that previous year and you have the power to change anything you would like. It is refreshing and daunting all at the same time. I like to look back on everything I have accomplished within that year […]
My Kitchen Nightmare (and tips to avoid it)
At the risk of sounding completely overdramatic, I am totally, utterly, outstandingly devastated. The kitchen remodel that I have dreamed about for 4 years, diligently saved up for 2 years, and spent months planning has turned into a complete nightmare with very upsetting consequences. My ultimate dream of creating the children’s clothing line I have planned for, saved […]
Ainsley: Chai Lifeline Commercial
Hi guys! I have been a bit quiet around here and I have good reason. There has been SO much going on (I will explain the rest at a later day…. it is fun stuff!), but mainly, I have just been so incredibly busy. We have a full kitchen remodel going on…. pics will follow, […]
Sewing to Sell: Book Review and Giveaway
I absolutely love seeing blog friends succeed in such awesome ways. Just recently, Virginia of Gingercake Sews released a book called “Sewing to Sell” and I was given the chance to review it and share the details with all of you. Don’t forget to enter the giveaway at the end! Virginia has been in the […]
Janome Skyline S5: Sewing Machine Review
When Janome contacted me a few months ago, asking if I would review their new machine Skyline S5, I couldn’t jump at the opportunity fast enough. I have been sewing on a budget machine for years now and have been interested in researching new models. Now, don’t get me wrong… there is absolutely nothing wrong […]
Hawthorne Threads: Calliope Tour and Giveaway
WINNER HAS BEEN CHOSEN: Allison Pogany Thanks for entering!!! A few months ago, I received an intriguing email from the lovely people over at Hawthorne Threads. They told us that they had a secret project in the works and I had a feeling that they were in the process of creating their own fabrics… […]
Fat Quarter Shop Giveaway!
I have been a long time supporter of certain fabric shops and Fat Quarter Shop is top on my list. They always have the very best selection and the newest releases. Not only that, the staff is so super friendly and helpful, if you ever have a question. I am so excited to offer one […]
A Metric Conversion Guide for Sewing and Quilting: Free Download
Have you ever started a new sewing project, only to realize that the directions and pattern were created in metric and you are used to working with imperial? I have discovered an awesome FREE downloadable Metric Conversion guide from Craftsy that will be your go-to chart to keep in your sewing space. Craftsy is a […]
Marcel Marlier: Clothing Inspiration
Suz from Sew Pony and An of Straight Grain are hosting an amazing series right now, all based on the Belgian illustrations of Marcel Marlier. If you are not familiar with the Marcel Marlier books, you seriously need to google his work because you will see that it is right up my alley. I adore […]
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 […]
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