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Homemade Christmas Gifts – For Her (Part 4)
Every year I love to make a Christmas List of the perfect DIY gifts for the women in your life! Moms, Grandmas, Daughters, Friends, Neighbors, and other loved ones. I hope you enjoy this years list of perfect DIY Gifts for Her… 1. Extender Slips – These are so easy to make and they are perfect to slip under a skirt or dress to add a little length. 2. Lace Tank Top – What girl wouldn’t love a Lacy Top to go under a cute sweater or jacket? 3. ‘HOME’ blocks – These cute blocks are such a cute home décor gift idea. You could mix it up by doing their…
- Christmas, Crafts, Create, Enrichment Ideas, Gift Ideas, Holidays, kids craft, Pray, Printables, Teacher Gift, Tutorials
Hand Warmers – a Tutorial
Trying to think of the perfect gift for your friend, neighbor, family, teacher, etc? These little reusable hand warmers are the perfect fall/winter gift for anyone in your life. I made them last year for my kids teachers and some gals I visit teach! You can make them with any design fabric. Kids love them too! Just pop these little babies in the microwave for 30 seconds and put in your pockets to keep your fingers warm while out in the cold. Easy and fun to make, the kids will love helping fill them with rice. Enjoy the tutorial! Supplies: Fabric (small 4-1/2″x 4-1/2″ squares) cotton, and snuggle flannel or…
- Christmas, Crafts, Create, Enrichment Ideas, Father's Day, Gift Ideas, Holidays, Home Decor, kids craft, Mother's Day, Pray, Tutorials
DIY Photo Fridge Magnets
My Mom and I made these when she came to visit a while back. We used glass rocks (1″) that are flat on one side, cut pictures of each of her grandchildren, and glued them on. Then we added a magnet to the back. I made them for my Mother-in-law as well and she loved them!! They make a great gift for loved ones during the Holidays! (This post contains affiliate links) Supplies: 1″ Clear Glass Dome rocks Printed photos (faces smaller than your rocks) 1″ Circle Punch or scissors Magnets E6000 Tutorial: Cut your pictures using your 1″ circle punch (or draw a 1″ circle on your picture and cut using scissors.)…
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DIY Lace Tank Top – U-Create Guest Post
I am so excited to be guest posting today on U-Create! I’m sharing a fun DIY Lace Tank Top Tutorial with all of the U-Create readers! It’s easy to make and cheap! I used a tank top and lace from a recycled tablecloth! Layer with your favorite jacket or cardigan for the perfect Fall outfit! Go check out the tutorial HERE! *Thanks Kari for being such a great hostess! I love U-Create and I hope I can be your guest again soon! -Taya
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Lego Storage Container
Our kids LOVE Legos! And if you’re reading this I’m guessing your kids do too! You may remember the post where we shared the Lego Drawers we built for our son not to long ago. Our daughter also has a few sets of girl Lego Friends and we needed a good way to store them when she wasn’t playing with them. However, she doesn’t have quite the amount of Legos as her brother so I decided to make something a little more simple for her Legos… this recycled Lego Storage Container. It’s made from an old cheese ball container! Recycling at its finest! It turned out so cute, and she loves it. And if you’re sick of…
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Back to School Ideas
The kids are about to head back to school in just a few short weeks so I wanted to share some fun ‘Back to School Ideas’ with you all to help you celebrate! There is just so much talent in the world, I can’t believe how awesome these parties, decorations and treats are! Check them out… 10 Back to School Ideas: 1. This fun Back to School party is so cute and has some free printables! 2. Check out my Teacher Cupcakes Idea – Including a step-by-step on how to make them! Perfect for teachers or a back to school party! 3. Amanda’s Parties also share some cute free printables for this adorable Back to…
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DIY Baby Shoes
I’ve made a lot of baby shoes over the years. They are the perfect little handmade gift to take to a baby shower or make for your little one! I just wanted to share pictures to give you some cute ideas of the different styles of DIY Baby Shoes you can make using this free Baby Shoe Pattern. (This post contains affiliate links) DIY Baby Girl Shoes: Add a little embellishment like an iron on flower with button center. Make a paper box to gift them in! Embellish with ric-rac, ribbon, buttons… Use Grip-Tight Non Slip Fabric for the soles. So cute! DIY Baby Boy Shoes: Embellish with shapes, buttons, or Iron-on Transfer Paper! So many different ways…
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How to make Strawberry Jam – Freezer Jam Version
Every year I make enough Strawberry Freezer Jam to last a whole year of peanut butter and jelly sandwich making in our house! Today I wanted to show you how to make your own freezer jam using a simple and easy Strawberry Jam Recipe. I like to use the less sugar pectin and buy really ripe strawberries (or Jam Flats) so that the sweetness is just right! (This post contains affiliate links) This is my super smooth Strawberry Jam Recipe. Because I don’t like chunky jam! If you do like it chunky just skip the “blending” step in this tutorial! Let’s get started… (Printable recipe card below) What you’ll need: Strawberries…
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My ‘Must Have’ Sewing Supplies
I love to sew! I first learned how to sew at a very young age, I was about 12 years old. My Mom taught me a little, both my Grandmas are semstresses and I learned a little in Home Ec. Believe me when I say that learning to sew can be a challenge at first but the more you sew the better you get! If you are struggling with your sewing, don’t give up! It is so rewarding the more experience you get so just keep at it. Here is a list of all my favorite sewing gear. Things I use almost every time I sew. Enjoy! (This post contains affiliate…
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Simple and Cheap DIY Extender Slips
Ever have a skirt or dress that is just a tad too short? Or maybe your legs are just really long so skirts come up too high when you’re sitting down? I know you’ve seen them before… the cute extender slips you can wear under your short skirts and dresses. But I’m here to share a little secret that will help you save money and still have your very own adorable extender slip!! Are you ready to learn how to make your own extender slip for LESS THAN $10. That’s right, you can make your own extender slips for cheap and I’m gonna show you how… So pretty! Store bought…
