Category: DIY Projects
Library Bags : Encouraging a Love of Literature!
I took the kids to a Pajama Storytime, earlier this week. They enjoyed it very much and wanted to bring some books home. How does a Momma say no to that? I got a library card for my son, who is almost 5, and let the kids choose some books. The lesson I learned was
Don’t Call the Plumber!
I had a big cleaning day, yesterday. I vacuumed, I mopped, I straightened, I organized… all with the help of my two munchkins. I even finished packing lunch for the super fun playdate we had today. BUT… just after I finished packing said lunches, Hubby looked at me and said, “That’s brave,” in reference to
Gathered Clutch Purse : Tutorial Link
Christmas isn’t all that far away, especially since we generally exchange gifts with my parents at Thanksgiving (airfare is FAR cheaper then… and it isn’t total overload for the kids.) This year, I’m hoping to get most of our holiday preparations done at home, instead of through stores. This is going to mean a lot
Sewing Machine Cover
My sewing machine is a keeper. I absolutely adore it. I don’t know what the parts are called, or the names of techniques I use. I don’t generally know what foot I have on my machine, or even the name of the stitch I chose to use. BUT… I can sure use it. And use
The Hand-me-WAY-down Dress
When this shirt didn’t fit, I wasn’t surprised, or upset. BUT… I KNEW that fabric would be great for something! There had to be something that I could use it for, right? When I happened upon this 20 minute ruffle dress tutorial today on Baby Making Machine, I knew that I could turn it into a dress… and
Wall Stickers – Thank you, Dollar Tree!!
I am not a fan of bare walls. In fact, I’m a mural fan, myself. My husband? All about resale – i.e. neutral. Hmmm… One day I will get some color on the walls. In the mean time, I try to spruce things up here and there on the cheap. When we first moved into
Pom Pom Pushers – Busy Bag Idea
I came across this idea on Money Saving Mom, and HAD to try it! I figured that my one year old would enjoy it and I expected my three year old to be bored quickly. I was mistaken. They BOTH loved it! Read moreHousehold Helpers: Stripping Cloth Diapers & De-stinkingThe photo on the right shows my
Sippee Cup Leashes : Tutorial Link
Another thing I dread about travel is dropped kid stuff on the plane. I mean, what is grosser than a sippee cup rolling around on the floor of a plane? Okay, pleanty of things… but still. Ewwww!!! So… when I came across the tutorial for the Sippy Cup Leash by Make It and Love It, I
Denim Travel Shoes – Tutorial Link
The part I dread most about air travel is going through security. I’m excited that both of my kids can walk and follow basic instructions at this point, but taking off all of our shoes and whatnot turns into quite a chore… and then there is the re-dressing of everyone. Sheesh! I started thinking about
Household Help: Cleaning Dryer Lint Catcher
Did you know that it’s a good idea to clean out your dryer lint catcher on a regular basis? Yeah, it is. NO, I don’t mean rub off the lint and put it back. There is more, you ask? YES!!! I noticed that my dryer has been getting a little hotter than it should. Actually,