I did this project with Syd, but it can be done by anyone, big or small!
It just takes a few simple supplies:
– paper, pencil & scissors to make a pattern
– felt or other fabric and ribbon
– pins to hold things in place
– fabric glue, and/or hot glue (not for kiddos!)
– various sequins, jewels, etc. for embellishment
Then, just follow the simple steps pictured above.
Here are just a couple that we did on a rainy day. The pink one Sydney made to wear for Valentine’s Day!
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This weekend Sydney and I will be working on some DIY Valentines, but for now I wanted to share some cute finds from Etsy!
I Love this adorable robot card from HappyDappyBits:
These Love Heart in a Jar Hand-made cards by FancifulChaos are not only cute, but the little ones can help make them as well!
And if you know someone who’s a whiskey fan, this card from Westmama is for him/her.
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Ever since Christmas, I have been working with Sydney to get rid of some old toys, and make room for the new ones. In doing so, I am also trying to make organizing her toys fun. She loves everything little, and has tons of tiny erasers, dolls, etc. So I took some old shoe boxes, paint, & markers, and made fun little homes for her favorite micro toys.
These cute little houses are fun & free to make, will help keep rooms clean, and can even be used to play! Doesn’t get better than that…
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One of the beauties of a chalkboard backsplash is the ability and ease to change things up. And with the help of a cardboard stencil, that’s exactly what I did last week!
Check out my chalkboard backsplash and other great chalkboard ideas on HGTV.
Good Morning! Sydney and I are working on some fun DIYs to share with you this week, but in the meantime I am so excited and honored to be a part of the COM Top 25 this year. If you enjoy my blog, please take a quick 10 sec to vote. It really is that quick and easy, just click the link below, find me and click vote. That’s it!
The Sharpie mug DIYs have been done several times, and I always see them and love the idea, but don’t believe they actually hold up. So I put them to the test!
I picked up some inexpensive mugs & bowls, and some Sharpie permanent markers. I grabbed the typical black, a couple metallics, and a pack of silver & gold oil based markers.
I doodled away, popped them all in the oven at 350 for 30 min, let them cool fully, then soaped up a sponge and got to washing. Here are the results….
Typical black marker: Fail
Mix of typical black and metallic: No good
Oil based metallics: ding ding!
We have a winner!
One little tip, if you’re nervous to try this out because you might make a mistake… have no fear! Just put a little rubbing alcohol on a cloth and wipe away your booboos. As long as you fix it before baking, it’s all good! I found this to work for both the regular and oil based sharpies.
** I would never recommend using the markers on any surface that will come in contact with food or your mouth. I was sure to keep my designs away from the lip of my mugs, and I highly suggest you do the same!
** With washing I thoroughly scrubbed my mugs, but was sure to be more on the gentle side when washing over top of my designs.
Sydney and I are still working on a fun DIY today, something that will add a little sparkle to her wardrobe. While we finish that, I want to share these super easy and free personalized gift bags for giving bottles of wine, champagne, etc.
The only supplies you need are the brown bag the bottle came in, string or twine, and a sharpie. Feel free to doodle and get creative, perfect handwriting not required! But if you’d like a little help, you can always print something off and trace it!
Good morning and happy Monday! Today’s InstaMonday is a visual catchup of sorts. Here is a glimpse into our much needed family vacation, along with some recommendations of places to go and things to do if you find yourself on Oahu or Kauai. Enjoy, and be sure to come back tomorrow for a fun DIY on I’m working on this afternoon!
OAHU
KAUAI
AND THEN…
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Today I’m bringing back an old post from last spring. I originally posted this project on my old site Sunbutter & Jelly, and I wanted to get it back up on my blog to share with you! This is a super easy dollar store DIY. Using some spray paint and an x-acto, I turned these little plastic figures into photo / place card holders. I love the finished product, they add playfulness and humor to our decor!
Pick out the plastic animals of your choice.
Use an utility knife or x-acto to cut a slit in the top of the animal.
Be sure to cut deep enough to hold a card or pic, but don’t cut all the way through.
In a well ventilated and protected area, spray color of your choice.
Let dry, and then they’re ready to use!
You can even use them for place card holders. How cute would these be for a kids birthday party!?
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I’m a little behind, but better late than never, so….Happy 2013! I must say it has been quite the year for me. To start things off, I put the finishing touches on our home, wiped tears from my eyes as I dropped Syd off for her first day at preschool, and then watched my blog go from a small side project to something I am proud to share with more people than I had ever imagined. I appreciate all of my followers, and send out a big thank you to all of you! I have a deep passion for design, and being able to share my ideas and inspire others makes me so happy! I am honored to start off the new year with a nomination for the COM Top 25 Creative Moms 2013.
I am getting ready for another year full of great projects, but first I wanted to take a moment and share some of my favorite projects from my first year of blogging and diy fun. Enjoy!
(see below for links to all tutorials)
DIY Painted Kilim Rug
Rorschach Inspired Art
Felt Accent Pillows
DIY Quatrefoil Bulletin Board
Step Stool Redo
Vintage Suitcase Dog Bed
Glow Jars
Mummy Candles
Bow Tie Pasta Father’s Day Cards
Paint Dipped Shell & Coral Jewelry
Chevron / Herringbone Wall Tutorial
Monogrammed Kid Bins
I am so excited to have been nominated for the COM Top 25 Creative Moms of 2013! Show some love and vote for me!
