So if you’ve noticed that my blog has taken a Shabby turn lately, bonus points for paying attention! Since I usually spend the entire school year “doing school,” I’ve decided to utilize these Summer days (and the numerous garage sales) to redecorate my house….. I’ve taken tons of photos of what I’ve done so far….and sometimes when I have moments …Read the Rest
Discount Craft Frames + Scrapbook Paper + Spray Paint + Sanding = Totally Fantastic Wall Art I’m loving how these look in the boys room: And I loved this project so much that I made some for my room too: Psssst…. Did you notice the boys dresser?: A certain someone did that all by her self last week……
Finally right? But Totally worth the wait…. Okay, actually it’s been done for a while, I’ve just been Super-Duper Busy…. Did you miss me? Did you notice?….. (More on where I was later…..) Anyway, we’ve been using it for a couple of weeks already, so just ignore the wrinkles and the cracker stains….it’s already being well loved :) This was …Read the Rest
Is that even possible? Yes, Yes it is! I can’t believe it’s taken me 3+ kids to figure this out. Sheesh. Actually, I’ve never had a reason to even think about it because my first two kiddos were just fine using the cheapo wipes from Walmart. But then came Monkey Butt And his little tush is too sensitive for even …Read the Rest
Ironing…..of course! What else? I have found the most adorable set of Iron On Transfers EVER! (Okay, I’ve never really gone hunting for iron on transfers, but I found a pack tucked away on a back shelf at Joann’s and I’m sure it’s got to be the best….or close to it) Now, I’ve never really done any Ironing in my …Read the Rest
Sorry, couldn’t help it. But it could be a Clutch Diaper Cluth …..just imagine…… (Bear with me folks….) (fade scene with light music and blurry wiggle lines like a dream) It’s a warm sunny day at the park. Everyone is dressed in their new play clothes and the family is setting up for an afternoon luncheon near the playground. However, …Read the Rest
Okay, I know that I could have shelled out the $8 bucks and got the traditional Sparky Bag, but I needed an excuse to use my fabric markers……And I think it turned out pretty cute. Of course, Bubba wanted a Cubbie bag too. We’re all about FAIR around here.
Really, I haven’t fallen off the face of the earth…I’ve just been really busy crafting. I can’t say that I’m sorry. Cause it wouldn’t be the truth. But here are some photos of what I’ve been making & revamping: A Croched Necklace, thanks to this website… Another Crocheted Necklace, thanks to another website… A Yo-Yo-Necklace with a Big Ole’ Bead: …Read the Rest
So here is the little owl that I made for Monkey: He loves it. I love that he loves it. Makes me feel like I’m a good Mom. Silly, isn’t it. I got the pattern from this site here. And this is how I did it. First I cut out all my shapes: Then I pinned them all together on …Read the Rest
Oh, you guys are simply brilliant! I was hoping to have you fooled with the photo of the iPod, but you dear readers were not falling for my trickery! Yes, they are baby shoes….totally stylin’ fabric baby shoes from a pattern I snagged over at Maked.ca However I did make a few changes since I no longer have a newborn. …Read the Rest
Last week we picked up this adorable headband from Le’ Target’ (pronounced: Lay Tar-zhey) (That’s French for Target if you didn’t catch it) I thought, why can’t we just make those with our old zippers? (Yes, I have a stash of Old zippers….I rip them off any soiled clothing articles before I toss them in the trash) I found the …Read the Rest
Remember this little guy?….BEFORE: AFTER: I love how the glaze just files in the cracks and grooves of anything it touches! So easy! Thanks to Shanty2Chic for my new favorite way to turn junk into treasure. Here are some other things I’ve been “Shantifying” both of them I snagged at the Dollar Tree when they were having their Christmas Clearance. …Read the Rest
Last week I stumbled upon this site: Shanty 2 Chic As if I didn’t have enough excuses to go to the craft store. Sheeseh, I’ve got a list the size of my oldest child, filled with all sorts of things I want to pick up from Home Depot, Goodwill, Michael’s, Joanns….ect. I think it’s becoming a bit of an obsession. …Read the Rest
Today is the big Christmas Party at Awana’s, the Cubbies will have a “Happy Birthday Jesus” party, and the Sparks will decorate their leaders up like a Christmas Tree. Sounds like fun right! (glad I’m not a sparks leader this year….*snicker) Anyway, I found this amazingly simple hair tutorial, linked up via Frugal Family Fun Blog (Which by the way …Read the Rest
SPOILER ALERT: IF YOU ARE RELATED TO ME, STOP RIGHT THERE SERIOUS. YOU’LL RUIN THE SURPRISED AND FANTASTICALLY HUGE GRIN I WORKED SO HARD TO ELICIT…..AND IF FOR ONE SECOND I EVEN THINK YOU KNOW ABOUT THIS, I’M GOING TO SWITCH YOUR PRESENTS TO LAST YEARS LEFT OVER CANDY CANES….(I have them)……WHICH AS YOU’LL SEE, DON’T EVEN COMPARE TO THE …Read the Rest
Sorry, I know that’s not the most creative title for a blog post, but it pretty much sums up what this post is all about: I finished Sissy’s Hat: And I got some Pretty Fabric: I’m pretty happy with all of it :) Actually, I wish I had more of the fabric, but there were only 2 Fat Quarters of …Read the Rest
Isn’t it pretty? Now, I must say that this is not my own idea. I stole it was inspired by Sachiko’s beautiful corduroy necklace and that is where the main idea came from. (Her version is much better then mine, and it’s up for sale in her Etsy shop, so if you want to snag it, Click Here) On another …Read the Rest
The Photo’s speak for themselves really! I got the pattern here from knitting ninja! DISCLAIMER: Keep yer’ eye on this one! I turned for all of a minute and I had to pry ‘em off my wee’ one, so watch yer’ bay-bee round this fella’. I’m soo excited to have finished this one! Two winter hats down, one to go…. …Read the Rest
It’s all put together now, I added in the fun frames that I made the other day, with a set of ribbon candles made from this gorgeous blue ribbon I picked up at Michaels. I stuffed it all in a three tone basket (Grandma has a basket collection) that I picked up from there as well. I hope she likes …Read the Rest
So someone in our house is turning 4 soon, and I thought what better way to celebrate then to give the gift of ugly. Ugly Doll that is. I have no idea why these ugly dolls are so cute, but the ones in the store are soooo expensive. I just can’t fork over that kind of money for a doll …Read the Rest
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