A Creative Log & Other Notes on Life
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It was the cute print in all shades of purple that drew me to this dowdy church dress at the thrift store. Upon further inspection it was just calling out to become an easy summer sundress. It has quickly become my favorite swimsuit coverup. STEPS 1. Chop off 6″ at hem and gather the extra […]
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Picture 6 iron chairs whose crumbling fiberboard seats were covered with no less than 5 different vinyl coverings (I actually loved the orange floral I found somewhere in the middle). Wait, don’t picture it. It was too pathetic. Now picture them with fresh wood seat bases (thank you dad for doing the cutting) a layer […]
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Here’s another one of my failed attempts to introduce 80’s fashion to my kids. I was so disappointed, it’s taken me nine months to post about it. Finding a pair of boys acid-wash overalls made me a little nostalgic. I quickly turned them into a RAD girls skirtall. I knew it wasn’t going to end […]
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Another birthday and another great little money cuff made from the tutorial at A Lemon Squeezy Home. This one was made from thrifted sheet scraps and a cool, old, green metal zipper. And since our little friend was turning 6, the money cuff came pre-stuffed with $6.
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Don’t let a shirt stain get you down. Let it inspire the shape and placement of a quick, no-sew, freezer paper stencil. Freezer paper stenciling is not new in the crafting world, but it’s good to remember it’s not just a technique for creating new designs. It’s also an easy and practical ways to extend […]
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Using creatively shaped and placed appliqué, you can cover a pesky stain or rip without anyone being the wiser. Appliqué is not new in the crafting world, but it’s good to remember it’s not just a technique for creating new designs. It’s also an easy and practical ways to extend the life of your children’s […]
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Every one of these shirts was either handed down, thrifted, stained or otherwise headed to the giveaway pile. With reverse appliqué (using other t-shirt and fabric scraps), these shirts have been given a new life. Reverse appliqué is not new in the crafting world, but it’s good to remember it’s not just a technique for […]
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I’m happy to be a part of the “Puppet Play: 20 Puppet Projects Made with Recycled Mittens, Towels, Socks & More” blog book tour because there is nothing I love more than recycled crafts and creative play. Luckily, we got our copy of Diana Schoenbrun’s new book just in time for a fun, Spring Break, […]
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When I was lucky enough to find an amazing old quilt top at my favorite thrift and vintage store a few months back, I immediately knew I wanted to use it for this year’s Easter dresses. The thickness of the quilt top (each square was backed with a piece of fabric) dictated the simple lines […]
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In honor of Earth Day I’ve made new resolve to be slower to toss the kids old, stained shirts into the landfills. Check out these tutorials for three different techniques you can use to save those stained shirts. Appliqué Reverse Appliqué Freezer Paper Stenciling
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