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Where My Peeps At 2008-03-08 17:01:00 Here's a fun idea for the Easter breakfast table, peeps in hot chocolate. Peeps
are basically marshmallows covered in yellow sugar. Make sure to put the peeps in just before serving, after a while they will begin to melt and tip on their sides.
Easy Paper Candy Favors 2008-03-05 23:27:00 Here's an easy favor to make to fill with candy or other small items. This idea came from a friend and I thought I would share it with all of you. The paper used for the favors was made with a stamp from mushroommeaddows. Wrapping paper also works well for this project.Suppplies3" by 5 1/2" paperdouble sided tape - scrapbook type that roll on (you could also use glue)Flip paper upside down. Fold paper to make a small tab (refer to picture). Where yellow lines are, place double sided tape.Fold in half to make a little pouch like the picture above. Seal the bottom.Fill with candy. Squeeze sides togeather to seal. The favor should resemble a triangle.Done!
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How To Make Jello Shamrocks 2008-03-04 09:38:00 Here's an easy Jello recipe which is great for potlucks. Enjoy.Ingridents:2 boxes of 3oz Lime Jello (or any flavor you like)2 cups of water1 cup of creamDirections1. Boil 2 cups of water.2. Add the 2 packets of Jello, mix till it has dissolved3. Pour into a 13" by 9" glass pan, let stand for 10 minutes.4. Pour in one cup of cream, mix.5. Refridgerate till jello sets up.6. Cut out with cookie cutters.* The cream will separate on it's own creating the two layers.* This also looks nice cut into simple small squares.
HAPPY GIRL'S DAY 2008-03-02 22:10:00 "My daughter's Girl's Day Doll""Hinamatsuri, the Doll Festival is a celebration for Japanese girls and is held each year on March 3rd. According to custom, when a girl is born in a Japanese family, she receives a set of dolls which represent the court of Heian Japan (794-1185). The dolls are displayed on Girl's Day and a special meal is prepared. "Nikkei Donburi" by Chris Aihara"Girl's Day Snacks" - Look at the cute Emperor and Empress on the packaging.If you want to learn more about Girl's Day, here's a good site.
Blogging Cards 2008-03-02 16:49:00 I decided to make some new little blog cards to go with the new look of the site. These are nice to have on hand when someone is interested in your blog. I can't tell you how many times I've dug around in my purse only to find an old wrinkled reciept to write on. Tacky, I know.These cards were made in Adobe Illustrator. You could easily make a cute card in Microsoft Word as well. If you don't want to do it yourself, you might want to try MOO cards. Another option is Vista Print, they will print free business cards for you, the catch is there logo is on the back of the card.
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Bunny Egg Cozy 2008-02-25 13:47:00 Bunny Egg Cozy PatternSupplies:Size 3 knitting needles 100% cotton 4 ply yarn in cream and pink sewing needleBody1. Cast on 28 stitches with cream yarn2 Knit stock knit stitch (knit one row, purl one row) till piece measures 1 inch ending on a purlrow.3. *K2Tog, K 4 from * repeat across4. Purl5. *K2Tog, K 3 from * repeat across6. Purl7. *K2Tog, K 2 from * repeat across8. Purl9. K2Tog acrossBreak off yarn leaving a 7 inch lengthThread the 7-inch length onto a sewing needle, draw it through all stitches on the knitting needle. Pull tightly. Fold right sides together and sew seam with the 7-inch length yarn. Weave in loose ends. Turn right side out. You're basically making a little hat.For the EarsCast on 3 stitches, leave a long tail to attach the earsKnit 9 r Read more:Bunny
Pastries 2008-02-24 16:10:00 Daydreamer over at Dreamers Loft tagged me for a meme. She has a site mainly dedicated to the pastries she makes like the picture above. There's some great photos and recipes of her desserts on the site. Since I've done this meme before I'll just refer you to the seven facts about me here.
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Tuned In or Tuned Out 2008-02-20 11:34:00 Let me start by saying that I don't usually talk about my everyday life. Because frankly, I don't want to bore you to tears. But today as I was posting a comment, a super-ball bounced off the top of my head. I paused for a second then proceeded to type. I'm not quite sure what this says about my parenting skills or my blogging. Excuse me while I do some reflecting.
How To Make Stitch Holders 2008-02-17 16:55:00 My stitch holders mysteriously disappeared(hmm...) so I had to buy some new ones. After I purchased them it occurred to me that they would be easy to make. I used craft wire purchased at Daiso to make these. It cost $1.50 for the wire and yields about 20 stitch holders. If you don't have a Daiso near you, try the hardware store. Directions Below.Supplies: wire, needle nose pliers, wire cuttersclick on the directions to get a better view* stitch holders come in different shapes and sizes so you might want to check some out online if you've never used them before
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Gift Tag Blues 2008-02-16 17:04:00 All the gift tags above were made out of recycled cards. I do this with all the cards I receive. Using a gift tag punch, I punch out the tags from the cards. If you can get in the habit of doing this with all your cards, you'll have a tag that matches just about anything. You can make about 4-7 tags from one card depending on its size.
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Spread The Love 2008-02-14 18:22:00 Amber from The McIllece Spot was kind enough to give me the "The Spread
er of Love Award". So to continue spreading the love I'm giving this award to Oiyi's Crafts . Even though she just recently had a baby she still remains to blog and leave nice comments on my blog. And anyone who is capable of doing that after having a baby deserves an award!
Thriftin' Ain't Easy 2008-02-12 17:59:00 Last weekend I went out searching for an ugly blazer for my husband's Fantasy Baseball League. You know, typical wife duties. Should have been easy, right? Nope. Instead I found a bunch of gray small check blazers. But all was not lost. In the process, I found this great retro wrapping paper! Would love to hear about your best thrift store finds. Please share.
Dum Dum Valentines 2008-02-10 17:12:00 Kimono Valentine"Umbrella Valentine"My son got to choose his Valentine Candy this year. And out of all the choices on the shelf he chose the dum-dum pops. So above are some Valentine ideas to make with them. They're very quick and easy for kids or adults to make. Directions Below.Kimono Valentine DirectionsCut a piece of origami paper to 6" by 3". Fold in half. When folded, cut out two rectangles on each side to form the shape of the body (refer to picture). Punch a hole on the center of the fold. Put the lollipop inside the hole. With Double stick tape, tape inside closed at the bottom of the kimono. Tie ribbon around the waist. Done! *Optional, write a message in the inside of the kimono.Umbrella Valentine DirectionsUsing a doily with a 3" diameter, make a cut to the center. Read more:Valentines
Zakka Neck Warmer 2008-02-06 23:01:00 I decided to try my hand at making a neck warmer. It's a nice little project that you can knit up in a day or two. Directions Below.SuppliesSize 10 needles100% cotton 4 PLY yarnlarge sewing needlebutton of your choiceSK2P - Slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slip stitch over k2togDirectionsCast on 19 stitchesRow 1 - PurlRow 2 - K1, *yo, k1, SK2P, k1, yo, k1; repeat from * to endRepeat rows 1 and 2 for desired length (neck warmer should measure no longer than one inch longer than neck circumference.last row - Purlbind off, leave a tail to sew buttonSew the button to the end that you binded off. The eyelets in the pattern create natural button holes, so you don't have to add any.* If using cotton, remember it will stretch out a little.
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Easy Paper Cut Silhouette Card 2008-02-02 16:22:00 Inspired from all the "paper cut outs" I've seen lately, I decided to make one into a Valentines card. I figured out an easy way to turn ones photo into a silhouette cut out. The possibilities with this technique are endless. Directions below.Cut a person out of a photo. Trace the person onto card stock with pencil lightly. *The heavier the card stock the better.With an x-acto knife cut out the shape of the person. Keep all the little bumps and lumps (don't try to smooth them out) , that's what makes the silhouette more realistic. After, erase the pencil mark.When you get to the feet, you'll have to decide where to stop cutting(refer to picture). Fold the image up. Done
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Plantable Cards 2008-01-31 15:27:00 Not too long ago I discovered this site called Botanical Paperworks. They produce all kinds of paper products that can be later planted to grow wild flowers. How clever! The card above is just one example of their line of products. Thought I would share.
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Make an Easy Wine Bottle Scarf 2008-01-27 21:49:00 Here's an easy way to decorate a wine bottle for a gift.Cut a piece of felt to 12" by 3/8". Cut fringe at each end. Fold around neck and decide where the scarf will cross. Cut a slit where the scarf crosses. Wrap around neck bottle and pull scarf through slit(refer to picture below). This will set you back about 20 cents and takes about two minutes to make.
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How To Make a Mizuhiki Heart Knot 2008-01-24 09:31:00 It is said that Mizuhiki connects the hearts of the giver to the receiver. With Valentine's Day approaching I thought this would make a lovely gift/keepsake. Mizuhiki knots are also great to use for cards, wrapping gifts, embellishments, or even a valentine swap. Directions Below.SuppliesMizuhiki Cord ( I recommend looking on line for it)ScissorsDirectionsTake 5 or 7 Mizuhiki Cords and twist them together. Then make a loop like the picture above.With one four inch cord tie a knot at the top of your loop to secure it, then trim. Refer to picture.Bend the left side down to the bottom of loop and hold down with your finger.Now bend the right loop down to form the heart.With a four inch mizuhiki cord tie the loop with the other two sides you were holding in place. Trim the cord you tied Read more:Heart
You Make My Day 2008-01-21 19:46:00 I received this "You Make My Day Award" by two different blog friends. Small blog world.Thanks Alex! andThanks Michelle!What's funny is I was going to pass this on to Michelle since she's always leaving such encouraging comments on my site. And just when I'm about to pass on the award she beats me to it!
Make a Valentine Candy Maze 2008-01-20 22:05:00 Here's a fun Valentine
to make and give. The candies are enclosed in the heart so the only way to get them out is to push them through the maze. Well okay, that's not completely true, you could rip the whole thing open, but where's the fun in that! Directions below.SuppliesLarge clear zip lock bagscolored paper (something with give like washi paper, card stock doesn't work well)Candy
thread (color of your choice)scissorsDirections1. Using the colored paper, cut out a heart. I recommend nothing smaller that 5" by 5".2. Cut out a piece of the zip lock bag that will cover the heart and over lap some.3. Machine sew the paper and zip lock together around the edge of the heart leaving a space to put the candy in. Trim the zip lock so its the same shape as the paper heart after sewing.4.
Combating Creative block 2008-01-18 09:16:00 "Penny Plains" and "Two-pence Coloulred:" English Theatrical Portraits 1799-1847 in the William Appleton Collection This image is from The New York Digital Library . I have found the digital library to be a great source for inspiration, education, and reference for crafts and art among other things. They have thousands of digital pictures you can access. This is one of my favorite sites for inspiration. I'd love to hear from all of you what sites inspire you. Please share with all of us your favorite sites in the comments section and leave a link if possible.
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Kool-aid Dyed Yarn 2008-01-16 21:35:00 Here's a picture from "Adventures of a Lady in Training". She dyed the yarn above with kool-aid. Who would have thought you could get such lovely colors from Kool-aid? Thought I would share.
What I've been Knitting 2008-01-15 14:42:00 I knit up this hood for a birthday present the other day. Does it look familiar? It's the hood worn by Lyra in "The Golden Compass". I got the pattern from Lion Brand's site here via Craftzine. I altered their pattern with smaller stitches. The Lion Brand pattern's gauge is 4 stitches = 4 in. So, you can imagine it knits up really quick. This pattern is super easy.
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Sumo Wrestler Doorstop 2008-01-12 17:02:00 Think this is a doorstop? Nope, it's a stress ball or in this case a stress sumo. I like to play this game where I think up new uses for everyday items. That is how the stress ball doorstop was born. You can use just about any kind of stress ball(sponge kind) for a doorstop. The sumo wrestler came from the dollar section of Target.
Mini Valentine Chocolate Boxes 2008-01-10 16:10:00 Here's a cute idea for Valentine
s Day, mini chocolate boxes. Fun for kids (or kids at heart) to make or receive. I've been sitting on this idea for awhile, patiently waiting to unveil it for Valentine's Day. Well, we're close enough to the holiday, plus you need time to make them, right? Directions below."Red M & M's"DirectionsSupplies:Martha Stewart Corn Flower Craft Punch ( or one that looks similar)Card stock - any colorSmall boxtiny candy, m&m's, mini marshmallows, honey balls, etc....craft punchpunch out flower using card stock*make sure you don't use a paper that will react with the candybend petals up to form candy holderSuccess tips * If candy cups are loose in the box, glue them down to stay in place. Or you can stuff them in so they don't move around.* With deep Read more:Chocolate
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Knit Easter Bonnet 2008-03-10 15:46:00 Here's another hoodie/bonnet inspired by the Lion's Brand Pattern. Directions below if you would like to make one.SuppliesSize 8 needles100% cotton 4 ply yarnSK2P - Slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slip stitch over k2tog.*Directions are designed to fit a 2 year old.1. Cast on 73 stitches with green yarn2. Purl across entire row switch yarn to pink3. K1, *yo, k1, SK2P, k1, yo, k1; repeat from * to end4. Repeat rows 2 and 3 until piece measures 8 inches. (use same color yarn for the following rows).FinishingWith right sides facing together, 3 needle bind offWeave in loose endsTiesCut 6 strands of yarn 30 in long each.Divide into two groups.On the bottom corner of the bonnet thread the three strands. Braid till piece measures 10 inches, knot, trim. Repeat on opposite side.* rows 2 and Read more:Easter
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Grow Your Own Easter Grass 2008-03-17 15:40:00 My Mother in Law planted this grass in the kids Easter
baskets. What a nice alternative to the fake plastic grass, don't you think? All you need to do is line a basket with plastic wrap. Add some soil, add some grass seed (we used wheat grass), add water, and place in the sun. It takes a little less than a week to grow so there's still time if you want to make one for Easter. This also might make a nice dinner table centerpiece. If you don't have a basket, a nice bowl/dish would work as well.
How To Make a Basket Pincushion 2008-03-20 15:18:00 Looking over at my sad, tired pincushion, I new it was time for a change. My old one was the standard tomato and it had served me well. It had been with me through prick and pin. It stood by my side in my first sewing class. Farewell, tomato.Seriously, this pincushion was inspired by all the Easter baskets I've seen lately. There is no sewing involved and it only takes about ten minutes to make. I made the pins as well. They're more for looks than anything else. I'm not sure if you would want to use them for sewing honestly. Directions for both projects below.PincushionBasket
Suppliessmall basketscraps of fabric, depends on the size of your baskethot gluestuffing*If your basket has a more open weave, you will want to line the inside with the fabric you are using. This will p
Got Gohan? 2008-03-27 18:04:00 Play Food - Gohan(rice) BagsAt my dinner table it's all about the rice. So it made perfect since to create a bag of rice for my daughter's play kitchen. And as far as I know, there isn't a toy rice bag on the market. Let me know if you see one. Well, after a 15lb bag of rice consumed by the family, trial and error, and an incident involving my hair and hot glue, the toy rice bag was born. Directions Below.Suppliesrice baghot gluetoothpickspaperscissorssewing pins1. Cut a piece of paper to 6 1/2" by 5". This will serve as your pattern.2. Pin the paper to the part of the bag that will be the front. Cut out.3. Pin the paper to the part of the bag that will be the back(I used the nutrition facts). Cut out.4. Place wrong sides together and glue three sides. You will want to use a
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