Birthday Princess Shirt

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Happy Birthday to my little princess!   She is three years old today. We (my mom and I) are taking her to see Disney on Ice — Dare to Dream today.   She is going to FREAK out when she sees all the princesses.   Like most girls her age she has an obsession with {…Read More…}





Deer Family Throw Pillow

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I have been obsessed with two things lately: making pillows and the Simply Screen Kit from Plaid.   I saw this Holiday Deer Throw Family Pillow cover from Red Envelope that is not only $50 but is also sold out!   Not that I would purchase it anyway but I sure would recreate it myself. {…Read More…}





Stamped Spoon Ornaments

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I try and make one unique ornament commemorating my kids each year.   Last year I did another silhouette one framed in a small embroidery hoop.   I still love silhouettes so I did it again, this time on a spoon. Cheap Dollar Tree spoons are the perfect beginning project to try out metal stamping. {…Read More…}





5 Ways to Make Your Own Stocking Stuffers

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If you have a long list of people to shop for this holiday season, your pockets may be pretty empty by the time you get around to stocking stuffers. Instead of settling for less at the discount store, why not try your hand at making something?  Take a look at the craft and sewing supplies {…Read More…}





Gift Card Holder

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This adorable gift card holder is a two in one gift.   What a fun way to package a simple gift card to make it more personal.  I adore everything Amy from Positively Splendid does.   I love her use of color and her simple projects that look amazing because of her use of color. {…Read More…}





Monogrammed Hand Soap

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My dear friend Amy from The Idea Room decided to try her hand at customizing some soaps with a monogram.   Life is always better with a monogram if you ask me.   After lusting after those expensive hand-carved ones at Pottery Barn and the like she decided to make her own.     For {…Read More…}





Custom Calendar Cover

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I love a handmade gift that you can get the kiddos involved in.   This is a handy little gift for anyone who needs a calendar…which includes everybody right? However when you customize the cover it just makes it so personalized for the recipient.   I love this idea that my dear friend Cindy from {…Read More…}