If you are a parent, you know the frustration of the knee hole. Kids grow out of clothes so quickly, it seems like you are replacing entire wardrobes twice a year. When a knee blows out of a pair of jeans that are otherwise in … [Read more...]
Sew Your Own amykathryn Tote Bag
This is a sponsored post. I was compensated and given complimentary materials to use and review, but the opinions in this post are 100% my own. I don’t really sew. You might even be sick of me telling you that. I can kind of do … [Read more...]
Make a Library Tote Bag from a T-Shirt
Earlier in the week I showed you the Library Journal I made for my son to encourage him to be excited about reading over the summer months. Part of the excitement of summer reading will come from our trips to the local library too. In … [Read more...]
Sew an Easy Polka Dot Paper Garland
I love homemade party decorations that make a big statement but have a small price tag. This polka dot paper garland is one of my favorite party projects yet. It was colorful, happy, dynamic, and both easy and inexpensive to make. You can easily make … [Read more...]
Easy Sewing: Basic Throw Pillows
When I was styling my new headboard, I knew I needed some throw pillows to tie all the colors together and add some interest to the bedding. Buying store-bought pillows was out of the question because those puppies can be expensive! Who … [Read more...]
Embellished Pillow from Dollar Store Hair Accessories
Sequined pillows are a pervasive trend in home décor right now. Most home décor retailers have their own glittering version. Clockwise from top left: Horchow, Anthropologie, Pier 1, West Elm But, even if I could afford those pillows, … [Read more...]
DIY Mad Men Costume Accessories
If you are planning on dressing up as one of Mad Men’s leading ladies this Halloween, make sure your accessories are the icing on the pumpkin cake. These DIY Halloween costume accessories will give your costume the added realism you … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Party Outfit
Having a girl is fun. There are only so many silly ways you can dress up a little boy, but with a daughter… well, the options are endless! I was so pleased with how her little party outfit came together. With some time … [Read more...]
5 Minute “Green” Placemat Pillows
I can't take credit for the basis for this idea. I was inspired by Maryann over at Domestically Speaking when she posted about making these placemat pillows. I have been on the lookout for clearance placemats since! I found these … [Read more...]
LET THE WILD RUMPUS START!
I guess it's only fitting that my first entry be related to both crafting and books, two of my favorite things! I decided that for his second Halloween, my son (mischief maker of the highest order) would make a perfect Max from one of the best … [Read more...]