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For PEEPS Sake, Let’s Crochet
I love to crochet. My grandmother taught me when I was a young girl and it’s been so much fun to hone my skills over the years with her. When she passed away a few years ago I was happy that I still had something in crochet to remember her by. She taught me everything I know about the art of crocheting and I owe my love of it to her. It sounds corny but I feel like I am having a conversation with my grandmother every time I pick up a pair of needles. Because of this, it’s easy to see why I love practicing holiday crochet patterns whenever…
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Irresistibly Cute Spring Sewing Projects Using Fat Quarters
I love to sew! And naturally, my hobby means that I have TONS of scrap fabric that I am always looking for a way to use. Just the other day I found a whole box of fat quarters in Spring designs and colors, so I’ve been looking for cute and clever ways to repurpose what I have. Take a look at a few of my favorite ideas below to see how I plan on reusing my fat quarters for Spring sewing projects. Spring Sewing Projects: Table Runners You’ll need five fat quarters to complete this project. Upon completion, the table runner should look like a small quilt of some…
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Stinkin’ Cute Crochet Cabbage Patch Wigs
Growing up, my Mom staged this absolutely adorable photo shoot where each of my siblings and myself wore a cute cabbage patch cap. She made the cabbage patch wigs herself, and we did look just like little cabbage patch dolls if I do say so myself! If you want to do something similar for your own little cabbage patch kid, check out some of the ideas below to make your own crochet cabbage patch wigs. Crochet Cabbage Patch Wigs: Ideas One of the best things about making your own crochet cabbage patch wigs is that there are a variety of designs and styles to choose from. You can go with …
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How To Make Comfy Sweater Mittens
Just the other day, we had a cold spell in my neck of the woods and I couldn’t find my gloves to scrape the ice off my car in the morning. Needless to say, my hands were frozen for a few hours afterward. But I didn’t want to buy a new pair of gloves, I wanted to make a pair instead! So I took one of my favorite sweaters (that may or may not be wearable due to the hole in the sleeve) and turned them into an incredibly cozy pair of sweater mittens. Follow the tutorial below to see how I did it. Here’s What You’ll Need For Your…
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Easily Make Twig Letters With These Tips
I love twig letters. They emerged in the home decor space this last year, and I’ve loved them ever since I saw them in Better Homes and Gardens. But believe it or not, store-bought twig letters can come at a price. A very expensive price! Fortunately, there is an easy way to DIY it yourself. They are so easy to make and they add such a great element of rustic decor to any home. What’s even better is that you can actually make your own twig letters with stuff that you already have at home. Whether it be for a living room or for a nursery, use these tips and…
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Sewing Hacks For Jeans That You Need To Know
I love jeans. There’s nothing better than that perfectly worn-in pair that fits you so well that it doesn’t feel like you’re wearing anything. However, in my experience, I’ve realized that when my jeans feel this comfortable, they’re about to rip any day now. Fortunately, these sewing hacks for jeans will save your favorite jeans so you can wear them a few more times. Sewing Hacks For Jeans: Crotch There’s nothing worse than discovering that you’ve been walking around with a hole in the crotch of your jeans all day. However, it’s a pretty easy fix with nothing more than a needle and thread. You’ll want to begin by hemming…
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Quick And EASY Sewing Projects Using Ric Rac
Ric Rac is such a fun material to sew with. It’s zig-zaggy like lines add a great bit of style to any sewing project, and it’s super easy to work with. If you’re looking for a fun and easy project for the weekend, try one of these quick and easy sewing projects using ric rac. You won’t regret it! Quick And EASY Sewing Projects Using Ric Rac Ric Rac Ribbon While this isn’t exactly a sewing project, you can use the ribbon that you created to outfit the other project of your choice. To make, purchase a length of ribbon ( 2-3 inches wide, it really doesn’t matter). Pin a…
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Spooky Halloween Sewing Patterns Perfect For The Beginner
I love a good sewing project! But up until just recently, sewing really hasn’t been one of my strong suits. Fortunately, my mother has taught me all of her skills (she’s a great sewer) and I’d have to say that I am pretty decent at it! Because of my newfound sewing skills, I wanted to try a few spooky sewing crafts for Halloween. These Halloween sewing patterns are perfect for the beginner, and they’re oh so cute. Keep reading for more of my favorite holiday sewing crafts. And as always, comment below and tell me which one your favorite is. Spooky Halloween Sewing Patterns Perfect For The Beginner Halloween Rice…
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Easy AND Inexpensive No Sew Fall Decor That Looks Like You Spent A Fortune
Around the second week in September I like to get my fall decor up and out. It’s fun to get excited for what the remainder of the year has in store and Fall is always a great little preview of that, so I like to get started as soon as possible. Even though Halloween is a few months away, it doesn’t hurt to get in the spirit a little early with a few of my favorite easy no sew fall decor ideas. These adorable projects will have your neighbors convinced that you spent hours behind a sewing machine when really, you whipped it up in thirty minutes or less! Here…
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Porches With A Vintage Feel And How You Can Create The Same Look
There’s something about vintage elements on a porch that just make your space look so timeless and inviting. Plus, adding a piece of antique furniture here and there can really add a bit of charm to just about any space. If you love the look of a vintage home, try one of these easy vintage porch decoration ideas. You’ll be so glad that you did! Porches With A Vintage Feel And How You Can Create The Same Look Add A Rocking Chair Start by adding a classic element like a rocking chair to make your front porch look a little more vintage. Though purchasing a new rocking chair outright can…
