My girls LOVE setting up pretend stores and pet shops downstairs, and they are pretty good at it too. They think of everything, no detail is overlooked. Bringing all of the toys downstairs seems to be a breeze. Picking them up and putting them back seems to be a daunting task. One that they can't ever seem to do a lone, always asking for help. Hmm...is it really harder or did they just lose motivation? ;) Â Insert: Play Mat & Storage Bag, also great for loading up toys and ... Read More about No Sew Play Mat & Toy Bag
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Creative Ways to Serve Chips and Dip
Creative ways to serve chips and dip at your next gathering! Pineapple salsa, dried fruit with chocolate dip and more! Thank you Evite and Food Should Taste Good for sponsoring my creativity. With as many potlucks and parties that our family goes to, it is fun to find new ways to serve chips and dips.  I especially like the salsa served in a pineapple. What a fun dish to bring to a summer or luau themed party. Creative Ways to Serve Chips and Dip Here are 5 ... Read More about Creative Ways to Serve Chips and Dip
Crib Mattress Dog Bed With DIY Cover
A crib mattress dog bed works perfectly indoors or outdoors! It provides support to sleep on, it’s waterproof, it’s nice and sturdy plus it isn’t plush or easy to rip or chew. A washable cover and a cozy spot for any furry friend. Aww, look at Toby. Almost a year old and such a sweet little guy. Toby loves to sleep on soft things: pillows, blankets, towels, the clean clothes pile. You get the drift. If I was a dog, I would rather sleep on things like that too. He has a nice soft bed in his ... Read More about Crib Mattress Dog Bed With DIY Cover
Storage Basket Liner Tutorial
Who loves the storage cubes and stands at IKEA? I do, I do! I have them in my living room and use the nylon ones for individual hampers for the kids in their bathroom. The storage shelves are awesome too. As I was looking around in my living room the other day I notice a lot of beige, and a lot of black. A lot. My kitchen has blue and yellow mixed in so I decided to add a bit of subtle color to the rest of the main floor. The easiest way to do that is with fabric! I made 6 basket ... Read More about Storage Basket Liner Tutorial
The Story Behind the Quilt
Grandma Eva was amazing at quilting and sewing. She taught me how to sew and helped instill a love in me for homemade things.  Some of my fondest childhood memories were at her home in Grass Valley, California. Cooking, sewing, playing games, visiting, and watching her (and sometimes helping her) hand quilt whatever quilt she was making as a gift. And she made a lot of quilts. Hundreds. I was heartbroken when she passed away two years ago. Change is hard and ... Read More about The Story Behind the Quilt
T Shirt Bag Tutorial (for kids!)
These t shirt bags are the perfect craft for kids. They come together in about 2 minutes and are then ready to decorate! Perfect for summer camp, afternoons at the pool, slumber parties and picnics. They also work great for reusable grocery bags. My girls were excited to bring them to their cousin's house for an afternoon of playing while I went with the boys to Cub Scout Camp. They filled them with their swimsuits and snacks. I've seen these floating around for years and there are several ... Read More about T Shirt Bag Tutorial (for kids!)
Easy Drawstring Skirt with Contrasting Pockets
Today is the first day of the first grade! And there are 3 Kaylees and a Keeley in Kaylee's class. Oh, that poor teacher!  I thought such a pretty little first grader deserved a pretty little skirt to wear on her first day in the big leagues.It is the "Drawstring with Pockets" skirt from Melly Sews. A lovely tutorial, easy to follow and perfectly illustrated. Thanks, Melly!An easy on draw-string skirt with contrasting fold down pockets. I especially love that ... Read More about Easy Drawstring Skirt with Contrasting Pockets
Game Night Marshmallow Popcorn Balls
“This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and EQtainment, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia  #Qsracetothetop http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV†One of my favorite Family Night treats as a child were marshmallow popcorn balls. They were pretty much rice crispy treats made with popcorn, and I loved when my parents made them for us! I've continued making them for my own children ... Read More about Game Night Marshmallow Popcorn Balls
Kermit the Frog Hand Puppet Pattern
Make a Kermit the Frog puppet with this easy hand puppet pattern! You an use it to create so many fun characters out of felt! A quick sewing project for beginners. This post contains affiliate links. Is it Kermit? Or is it the worlds number one criminal, Constantine? It's easy to get them confused which is how Kermit ends up behind bars in "Muppets Most Wanted"! Will Constantine get away with his nefarious scheme? Will Kermit escape in time to save the day? These little hand puppets are ... Read More about Kermit the Frog Hand Puppet Pattern
