Category Archives: Crafts

Golden Rippy Delilah Top pattern review

We recently moved into a new home and it has been taking up all of my free time lately as I decorate it and we make it our own. One of the most exciting features is the amount of space … Continue reading

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T-shirt Upcycle: The super hero cape and accessories

Most of us have been there… it’s another boring day with no activities planned and our kids are driving us nuts. Play-doh only gives us 20 minutes of peace and that new Palace Pet that we thought would allow for … Continue reading

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Toddler Snack ideas : Snail mandarin oranges

Tomorrow I am volunteering in the preschool class again and it is my turn to bring in the “fruit” snack. After much thought I decided upon these cute little snail mandarin oranges. They’re perfect for little ones, being that they … Continue reading

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Roasted chickpeas and butterfly toddler snack idea

Penelope is now in preschool at a Cooperative which means I get to be involved! Once a month I am in the classroom and on those days it is my responsibility to bring a snack.  Last Thursday was my first … Continue reading

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NEW Nursing pillow cover (boppy) pdf sewing pattern

I am so excited to put out the new pattern I have been working on! My daughter started preschool last week so I now have two days a week to get a little more work done. I pushed through yesterday … Continue reading

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Toddler Activities: Glitter putty

I have been wanting to do this for quite some time after seeing a friend make her son some. I was so excited when I was at Target today and saw that they had glitter glue in purple! Purple is … Continue reading

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Toddler art project: Painting rocks

As a SAHM I often have to get creative with fun ideas to fill up our days. I always have to be mindful of how much each activity will cost, living on a single income and all. Last week Penelope … Continue reading

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How to make a Minecraft Creeper plush toy

As you may have realized, I adore sewing of all kinds. I was bit by the sewing bug when I was 8 months pregnant with my daughter and I haven’t looked back since. Although drafting patterns and sewing clothing designs … Continue reading

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Tank top remix!

Did you see it?! Did ya??!! The sun is shining and tank tops are on sale at Target for only $6!!!  I’ve lost a good 35 pounds since last summer so it is safe to say I have just about … Continue reading

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My Little Pony Birthday Party

Last weekend, on March 16th, my sweet little girl turned 3 years old! I can barely believe that it has been three years already! In some ways she seems like such a little baby still and in some ways I … Continue reading

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