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How to make the cutest sloth plush bookend or doorstop!

Sloths are slow with droopy eyes and seem to have an introverted and interesting personality that is just plain adorable! And today, I am sharing *the cutest* little DIY for a sloth plushie that is weighted to be used as a bookend or doorstop; perfect for a kids room! ANNNND this pattern is the perfect thing to sew right along side your kiddos (andddd Silvie the sloth happens to be in the 2019 kids summer camp projects for Janome! YAY! Check out the rest of the free projects here) ... continue reading...

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Moroccan rug costume + my love for Disney’s Aladdin as a kid!

When I was little, I LOOOOOOVE LOVE LOVED the movie Aladdin (the songs, the colors, the locations, alllll the things)! And I remember so clearly playing Aladdin on the playground with my friends. Many of the girls would argue about who's turn it was to play Jasmine while I just smiled knowing that I nobody would fight me for the role of the carpet. I love it's personality, kindness and sense of humor (the way he lifted his tassels all the time as if to shrug his shoulders!). So, this month's ... continue reading...

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How to make a fruit slice summer swimsuit wet bag + my first project as a Janome maker (!!!)

Did you read this last line of the title?! :) YUP! Janome! Only my favorite sewing machine company! Like ever! I am now on their maker team and have the honor and *pure excitement* to be sewing on one of their newer and most amazing machines that replaced my Mom's 12 year old Janome (my ever-so-loved work horse of a machine that I have loved for so long)! So, of course I *knew* that my first project had to be incredible and colorful and useful and something that I just loved. So became the ... continue reading...

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How to make an octagon paper donut box (a perfect way to surprise your bestie or neighbor)! :)

Ya know those mornings when you're late getting out the door?!? The kids are whining, your coffee isn't hot anymore, you can't find your favorite pair of shoes OR car keys......but thennnnnnnnnn, you open the door to find a colorful, cute box on your front steps. You open it and it has a yummy, chocolate donut inside from your bestie that juts *knew* you needed a surprise pick-me-up! *siggghhhh* Sounds magical, eh? :) OK!!!! Maybe this isn't real life, but IT COULD BE!!!! Because today I am ... continue reading...

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DIY pom wine charms

If you're looking for a colorful, super easy, 15 minute DIY to make with your girlfriends ORRRRR to celebrate national wine day (coming up this Saturday, ahemmmmmm) then I have *just* the thing for you: DIY Pom Wine Charms! :) You can make them in any color theme, for any occasion and with as many or as little people as you'd like! :) ANNNND today I am sharing just how awesome, easy and fast (like 15 minutes-ish) these DIY pom wine charms really are! :) ... continue reading...

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  • Friendship bracelet number bazillion of the week and I *just* had to share!!!
  • The past few days of travel-crafting have brought me back to my camp counselor days when I used to cloud watch and make up camp songs on the daily! :) My only issue now is that I want to make like 63 more of these colorful friendship bracelets to share with everyone I know and love…….heck, let’s do this: leave me a comment below and I can randomly choose a few of you to send some happy, colorful, camp-friendly snail mail to when we get back from the mountains next week, eh?! :)
  • I mean, when you’re going on a trip, you only pack the essentials, amiright!?!?!?
  • Ya know that whole procraftination thing that people talk about (procrastinating on life things by crafting). I’m not naming names here, but this is my only accomplishment for the day. Also, donut dough. I did get some donut dough made. Because, well, ya know, priorities. 🌈🍩
  • She’s equal parts sassy and sweet. She plays emphatically with princesses, puppies, race cars and babies all equally. She hates brushing her hair (duh) and she LOVES water. She would prefer to wear no clothes (ALLLLLL the time) but always chooses her rubber boots as her footwear of choice. And everyday I want her to wake up knowing how beautiful she is….that she was created ON purpose FOR a purpose! That no matter how many mistakes she makes or what kids say about her or to her or no matter what trials she faces: ESTHER, YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL! :) ⁣ .⁣ Also, I plan to make MANY more of these colorful flags for our house and the shop! YAY for NAY?! Annnnnnd any saying or phrases that you want to see? :)
  • Do you think anyone would notice if I just walked onto a parade route today and just joined in on the fun?? I could even duct tape secret compartments inside the bomb pop costume to store the candy and freezies that I can hand out to kiddos!?! Right?! :) This sounds like a very patriotic plan and FOR SURE nobody would even question it!⁣ HAPPY 4th OF JULY EVERYONE!⁣ .⁣ Also! Check out my stories if you need a last minute patriotic dessert for your festivities today! With only a few ingredients and 20 minutes of time, you will be the hit of the party! 💙❤
  • Because every little girl needs a colorful rainbow quilt! And because her mom thinks it’s heaps of fun to mix and match the rainbow shapes! 🌈