That’s the butcher. Another painted sign to add to the collection: Thanks to Miss Mustardseed Marian for her inspiration, I’m pretty sure she made a similar sign but I can’t find the exact post or picture. And to Karen at The Graphics Fairy for providing the free clip art. Here’s the pig I used: Not… Read more
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“G” is for Guest #2
Today I’m over at Infarrantly Creative where Beckie blogs about the most creative projects in blogland. I made a weather resistant wreath from playdoh containers: I was shocked to receive Beckie’s email request and I hope my project fulfills all expectations! I started with this: And made this: Click on over to Beckie’s place Infarrantly Creative… Read more
“C” is for Choices
Ruffle choices. The response to my terry cloth pouches has been overwhelming. Something about the terry cloth and ruffle combination really struck a chord with folks. Currently I’m offering the pouches in my Etsy shop here. You choose the ruffle/lining fabric from these options: Of course seersucker seems to be the favorite, so perfect… Read more
“L” is for Labels
Make your own fabric labels. I made them to sew into pouches. Here I pulled the lining out for a better picture: Here’s how to make the labels: 1. Purchase cotton paper-backed sheets for ink jet printing: I found mine at Michaels. 2. Set up a word document with the labels you want to print. … Read more
DIY Bookshelves with fabric storage bins
I built storage shelves for books, toys and games. These shelves are for Lily, she has been my ‘test build’ customer and she’s not even 1 yet. The plans are from Ana White’s 6 cube bookshelf, I modified the top shelf by eliminating the dividers to accommodate board games, puzzles and larger odd sized toys…. Read more
“S” is for Spah
Spah Party pouches. These pouches are made for Spah Party, an onsite spa party business. Julie and her team will bring the spa experience to your home. Her services are perfect for a ladies night, birthday parties, bridal showers, etc. www.spahparty.com And as part of her party packages she offers a favor, these pouches are now… Read more
“S” is for Seersucker
Seersucker sunscreen terry cloth pouches. Who doesn’t love terry cloth and seersucker? It’s a match made in heaven and so appropriate for the summer season. This pouch is large, 12″long x 7″high with a 2″wide bottom. Large enough to hold 4 regular size bottles of sunscreen. And I even made my own fabric labels sewn… Read more
Patchwork Wall Art
Patchwork wall art. A knock off of Ballard Design’s Patchwork Prints: image from Ballard Designs My prints are actually pieces of fabric, the squares measure 6 1/2″ each. Here’s how I made them: 1. My drying rack recently broke so I used the side wood pieces: 2. Disassemble the rack and cut… Read more
“S” is for Slats
A slat chair makeover. For comparison: Clearly neglected and probably left outside for some time I snatched her up from a Freecycler for a rescue. If anyone knows anything about the origins of this chair I’d love to hear it. There are no markings for reference anywhere. A little bit retro and utilitarian. What is… Read more
“T” is for Terry
Ruffled terry cloth pouches. Perfect for your personal products: I used a similar method to Kate’s tutorial here at see kate sew. These pouches measure (9″w x 6″h) are lined with interfacing to help keep the shape and have squared bottom corners. The ruffle matches the lining and is cut on the bias to keep… Read more
“M” is for Mantel #2
A spring to summer mantel. As usual the tv is always an issue when trying to dress my mantel. This time I tried to divide and conquer. The right side is mushrooms (see how I made them here). And the left side is pinwheel toparies: How I made the mini pinwheel toparies: 1. Cut a 3″ square of… Read more
“T” is for Toy Box
I built a toy box. Little Miss Lily has a new bedroom with lots of space so a toy box was in order. The plans are here from Ana White. I handpainted the name (Engravers font). Pottery Barn sells this one for $200 plus $20 shipping: image from Pottery Barn I spent $35 (not including… Read more