Make an easy hexagon quilt the easy way! No "y" seams, just straight line sewing. Makes a darling throw, baby quilt, or bed quilt depending on how many half-hexagons you stitch together. I finished another quilt! An easy hexagon quilt for my Ruby girl. I've challenged myself to do a different pattern with each quilt. I did basic squares, strips, triangles, diamonds, and now a hexagon quilt. Since I am still a newbie I am avoiding anything too complicated. Easy Hexagon Quilt: A simple ... Read More about Easy Hexagon Quilt: Straight line sewing!
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DIY Fabric Basket a Great Scrap Fabric Project
This DIY fabric basket is a great scrap fabric project, perfect for beginners! Sew a fabric storage basket in under an hour, 2 sizes to choose from! It even has handles! An enjoyable project that makes a great gift. This post contains affiliate links. Looking for a sturdy fabric basket? You might also like my DIY fabric box made out of diaper boxes! I was recently invited to a diaper shower. I absolutely loved receiving diapers when I had newborns. They really are THE most practical gift ... Read More about DIY Fabric Basket a Great Scrap Fabric Project
Snack Pack Pudding Sundaes
Looking for a sweet treat to make for Valentine's Day? This would be such a fun activity for kids to make and just think of all the fun ways to customize them! My kids love snacks that they can make on their own. Today I'm sharing how we made our quick and easy Snack Pack Pudding Cups! We love chocolate pudding and thought it would be a fun (and non traditional) base for our sundaes. I like the crunch that the chocolate chips and sprinkles add to the pudding. Sprinkles, chocolate chips, ... Read More about Snack Pack Pudding Sundaes
Printable Animal Emotions Game for Kids
Have you ever wondered what a sneaky bunny looks like? How about a crazy elephant? Maybe a curious koala? This animal emotions game for kids is hilarious and a great way to get kids up and moving during these winter months! We had so much fun playing this animal emotions game. Will it cure boredom completely for kids? No, not completely, but it will help them learn to use their imagination for some creative unplugged playtime which is what every child needs more of. This game is also a great ... Read More about Printable Animal Emotions Game for Kids
Great Places to Eat In Sacramento
Ready to go on a restaurant tour of the US? I am! Today I am sharing some great places to eat in Sacramento, California. Be sure to stop by next week for the complete Valentine's Day Restaurants tour from bloggers all over the country! We live in a small town in between Sacramento and Yuba City. The only store here in town is Walgreens so when we go out to eat we have to drive a little ways! But it is always worth it. Living in a metropolitan area like Sacramento means that there are countless ... Read More about Great Places to Eat In Sacramento
Zesty Goldfish Crackers Mix
#GoldfishMix #CollectiveBias I can remember being in the first grade and getting a small handful of Goldfish crackers for good behavior. My teacher kept a giant box behind her desk and they were the best treat ever! It was always a happy day when I earned a handful of crackers. It's funny what memories we hold on to, even after 25 years. Goldfish crackers are a classic treat and one that my children enjoy as well. Our favorites are the cheddar and pretzel Goldfish crackers. For ... Read More about Zesty Goldfish Crackers Mix
Game Day Round Up From Evite.com
Looking for fun and easy ways to decorate for the big game? How about crowd pleasing appetizers and desserts? Today I'm sharing a quick round up from Coca-Cola and Evite! Create a fun concession stand (above) with simple brown bags filled with salty snacks! You can find this (including a free printable banner!) and more party decor ideas here! How fun is this football cake? Chocolate, pecans, marshmallows, yum! You can find the details here! Looking for a crowd pleasing appetizer? How ... Read More about Game Day Round Up From Evite.com
Make a Quilted Sweetheart Pillow Using Heart Quilt Squares
How to make quick and easy heart quilt squares! Stitch 4 together to make darling Valentine's day throw pillows! These heart quilt blocks were so much fun to make! When I caught a glimpse of these quilt blocks from Cluck Cluck Sew I knew that I needed to make some, but I didn't want to commit to another quilt right now so I made pillows for the girls. Sweetheart pillows for my little sweethearts. Each block came together in about 5 minutes. So quick and easy! I created 8 (7") blocks, ... Read More about Make a Quilted Sweetheart Pillow Using Heart Quilt Squares
DIY Earring Storage Box
Would you believe it if I told you this DIY earring storage box was made from pencils and felt? Crazy I know but read on to see how! This post contains affiliate links. My girls took the plunge and got their ears pierced in December. Together! It was something that we had talked about for quite a while. Santa brought them each a few pairs of earrings and we decided that we needed to make an earring box to store them in. I wanted an earring storage box that would be easy for them to keep ... Read More about DIY Earring Storage Box