A Creative Log & Other Notes on Life
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Shape Stretchies were some of my favorite things to play with at my sister’s house growing up. She was a modern dance teacher and always fun ideas to promote creative movement for kids. She introduced my kids to the “stretchies” recently and they also fell in love. That’s when I realized what a fun gift [...]
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Soon, I’ll be teaching this t-shirt refashion at a church “Chistmas in July Craft Extravaganza”. Thanks to wonderful ruffle scarf inspiration all over the web, the always amazing ruffle tension trick (high tension, long stitch) and this rosette tutorial by Plumtickled, there was no need to reinvent the wheel.
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This kid’s craft project has been a staple in our house sine 2006. Head over to Skip to My Lou for all the details and my six free printable dolls. And while you’re there check out the entire Craft Camp series – 30 days, 30 bloggers, 30 crafts. There’s already enough ideas to keep your [...]
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Refashioned from men’s slacks & using the existing button, zipper & back pockets (all the icky parts of making “real” slacks), these slim slacks are a fun alternative for your hip little boy’s dressy wardrobe. Click here for the step-by-step instructions (for personal use only) Looking for more handmade boy stuff? Check out my archived [...]
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Simple instructions to create your own floral hair accessories for the Holidays. Picture tutorial on Whrrl.
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Make one using a vintage floral sheet or turn it into a dress-up skirt using something sparkly. This skirt is so easy, you should probably make both. Picture Tutorial on Whrrl.
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Inspired by silk wings I saw in a catalog, these butterfly wings are a favorite item in the dress-up box. Picture Tutorial on Whrrl
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Here it is, the highly anticipated tutorial, This Mama’s Fab Travel Chair. (for personal use only) Powered by Whrrl Picture tutorial on Whrrl. Limited production license available. Contact carrie@thismamamakesstuff.com for details.
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