Green Submarine DIY

DIY PRINTABLE: 5x7

2012-01-13T23:16:00.000-08:00

so i may not have time to blog,

but i always have time to play around with quotes.

free 5x7 printables.

enjoy.

DIY FREE PRINTABLES

2011-10-07T18:40:00.000-07:00

lately i have come across quite a bit of quotes/sayings that i like,

but i usually don't like the way they are designed.

so i decided to make my own,

somet that are a little more girly and fun.

rather than just words on a blank background.

these are all 8x10 printables,

if you have any sayings that you want made into a print, just leave it in the comment box.

now that i don't work i need things to do (other than workout videos) while my baby sleeps.

diy: print to remind me to NOT EAT CRAP!

2011-09-19T23:22:00.000-07:00

i ate like crap today.

so i decided to make this print for my fridge.

my husband and i just booked a trip to hawaii and i want to look dang good.

hope it helps.

DIY TUTORIAL: pallet shelf

2011-09-16T14:12:00.000-07:00

so i have been against joining pinterest for some time now.

an invite has been sitting in my email box for over two months.

i swore to my husband i wouldn't do it.

knowing i would become addicted to yet another thing on the internet.

i lost the battle.

this tutorial is was found on my new favorite sight. pinterest.

{want to join? send me an email and i can get an invite to you}

from diefrauimhaus.com.

don't you love it?

even my husband was like, "ooo i like that one. i could make that!"

DIY RECIPE: chocolate dipped peanut butter chocolate chip cookie dough balls...woooo long title.

2011-09-12T22:21:00.000-07:00

sometimes i search long and hard for the perfect tutorial or recipe to feature on GS.

sometimes i just get lucky.

this was definitely a lucky find.

this feature is from Kelsey, an old high school friend of mine.

*i only say old because it seems like forever ago that i was in high school. forever!*

kelsey and i grew up on the same street.

good ol' horseshoe ave.

she is totally fun and completely sweet as pie.

oh and she is a runner.

so if you like to run, check out her blog.

{the joy in the journey}

this girl has completed marathons.

marathons people!

THANKS KELSEY!

you can either click on the image above to go to the food tutorial or you can click below:

* dipped peanut chocolate chip cookie dough balls *

DIY RECIPE: no bake cookies

2011-09-11T22:53:00.000-07:00

super easy but delicious.

living in a school has its perks, but also it's down falls.

we don't have that many options of food to choose from.

so the easier the recipe the better.

i made our dorm kids these cookies on their first days back to school.

instantly, they were a hit.

not one of them had heard of no bake cookies, let alone tried one.

so i thought i would post the recipe...

just in case you, like my dorm kids, live on a different planet and have never tried these.

you only need 7 ingredients:

1 3/4 cups white sugar

1/2 cup butter

1/2 cup milk

4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup peanut butter (crunchy or non crunchy)

3 cups quick-cooking oats

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

in a pan over the stove combine sugar, milk, butter, and cocoa.

bring to boil and only boil for two minutes.

(so make sure you watching)

then remove from heat and add vanilla, peanut butter, and oats.

mix up.

then place small spoon fulls on wax paper or cooking sheet.

(no need for cooking spray. they aren't going to stick)

((at least haven't for me))

let cool.

and eat.

i put mine in the freezer, i like them super super cold.

yum.yum.yum.

a easy easy dessert, with no baking required.

ENJOY

DIY TUTORIALS - gorgeous scratch off lottery tickets

2011-09-10T10:05:00.000-07:00

i was looking for some scratch off tickets on etsy for our anniversary.

then i came across this gorgeous tutorial by oh the lovely things.

she even gives you the option to use her free printable designs.

the exact same ones she used in the tickets below.

either click image above or click link below for full tutorial:

* gorgeous scratch off lottery tickets *

DIY TUTORIAL: monster t (found for baby boller)

2011-09-09T18:33:00.000-07:00

so even in the far outskirts of alaska, where the weather could freeze fire, i have found friends.

i don't want to play favorites, but my bethel buddy ANGIE just might be that.

she came into the bank one day and we got on the topic of DIET COKE.

not long after we found out we had the same name, she was asking me on out first lunch date.

i know, very romantic.. ha ha.

no, seriously though, having a close friend in my tiny little town MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE.

so ang this tutorial is for you.

AND

of course, that little bun in the oven your baking, mister Elliot.

tutorial was found on roca and company.

if you haven't been to this blog GO.

you will not be disappointed.

or you can click below to see tutorial:

* hungry monster T *

bryn's bumbo came!

2011-08-21T02:15:00.000-07:00

i can't get over how much i love our little peanut!

i know all you moms can relate.

we've been waiting for weeks to get her bumbo.

so much for "free super saver shipping"

ho hum.

the joys of living where i do, no walmart, so amazon is a must.

i am so glad that i was told about this funky little chair for bryn.

seriously, we are so off the grid that i don't know about any cool baby things.

if you have something you like, PLEASE tell me!

even if you think everyone already knows about it, i can almost promise i don't.

DIY RECIPE: homemade pizza from scratch

2011-08-20T19:37:00.000-07:00

this is what i fed my GIANT family last night.

(me. my husband. my baby. and my 11 dorm kids)

everyone loved it!

so i thought what a fun recipe to share with you all.

from making to the dough to topping it with your favorite toppings!

lets get started!

okay first you want to make the dough, this is what you'll need:

in a large bowl, or kitchen aid, if you have one, pour in warm water. then lightly sprinkle the yeast into the water. let it sit for five to ten minutes to dissolve. if it doesn't dissolve all the way you can mix it with a spoon. mix in all other ingredients (olive oil, salt, sugar, and flour).

then knead.

knead.

i did it all by hand.

if it gets sticky you can add some more flour.

okay now that you have mixed everything, it needs to rise.

get a large bowl and coat it in olive oil (so the dough wont stick)

put your dough in bowl and then cover with clear wrap.

let it sit in a warm place for about an hour (or longer) you want it to double in size.

p.s. you can freeze the dough if you need to, for up to a week.

oh, fiy, never re-freeze the dough.

okay, the hard part is over.

now we can do the fun part. the toppings.

i used cheese and sage sausage, my dorm kids don't like veggies.

but you can use whatever you want.

cut the now risen dough in half.

(each half will make an 12 inch pizza)

place on some lightly oiled tin foil and flatten into a circle.

push fingers into dough on outside of circle to create the crust.

now the sauce.

i just use my favorite spaghetti sauce, you can too.

you'll want to put a very light layer of oil on the dough

this makes sure the sauce doesn't seep through and make the bread soggy.

now add the rest of your toppings.

pre-heat the over to 450.

it will take between 10 to 15 minutes to bake.

and enjoy.

trust me it's good!

DIY: gorgeous braided headband tutorial

2011-08-16T11:39:00.000-07:00

while baby was taking a nap i realized i was quite bored.

i'm not used to being a stay at home mom, and to be honest, it hasn't been a smooth transition.

so i went online to find something quick and easy i could do with an old mustard cami top.

braided bracelets were the thing that caught my eye.

this tutorial from haute to sew

was exactly what i needed. something quick that would get my creative juices going.

which is exactly what i did, and about five minutes later... this was created.

so after falling for my new bracelet i searched for a tutorial on how to make this into a headband.

which i found.

here you go. read it. then go make it!

or you can click below:

* braided headband tutorial *

DIY RECIPE: rainbow cake

2011-08-15T21:34:00.000-07:00

i thought this would be a great recipe find to post after the birthday candle holder project.

enjoy.

or you can click below:

* rainbow birthday cake *

DIY: birthday candle holders

2011-08-14T09:43:00.000-07:00

wow. i was very excited to come across this tutorial on the sweetest occassion.

i can't wait to move from bethel to a place that actually has a craft store.

or you can click below for tutorial:

* birthday candle holders *

i really want to find little toy golfing men.

then for my dads birthday fill up the whole cake!

haha. what do you think?

do you have any specific toys you want to try this tutorial out with?

DIY: totes, totes, and more totes (how to print on totes)

2011-08-13T10:03:00.000-07:00

alright it is crafting time, lets get our thinking caps on and figure out what we want to create next.

hmmm... i was thinking maybe printing your own tote bag.

with school right around the corner, it will be the perfect project for you and your little one.

i bet she would be so excited to show off her newly designed tote at school.

i know my youngest sister would.

i might need to make one for her, i mean no first grader should go without it, right?

or you can click below:

* printed tote tutorial *

if you don't have the time to make your own tote and would rather purchase one.

then i have some favorites to show you!

especially the ones below...

i am loving these fantastic totes all under fifteen bucks.

wedding chicks

square paisley design

i think my favorite is the scrabble piece tote and definitely the hedgehog.

what are your favorites?

or do you know a place that we can find even more fun totes?

i would LOvE to hear about it!

cama-i (hello in yupik, the native language of bethel)

2011-08-12T20:47:00.000-07:00

just to reiterate what i wrote on my profile:

a little over a year ago my husband and i left utah, not for the beach or sun... no no, we left for the frozen tundra of ALASKA. a tundra so cold, so vast, so miserable that we couldn't pass it up and now call it home. the only things that are keeping me from jumping on a team of sled dogs and getting the heck out of town are my family, friends, and this blog. this is my story of our little family in alaska... brians {and bryn} in bethel.

no mall. no target. no olive garden. we have one paved road and the rest is dirt. half of the people speak a language that i don't understand. i am a total minority. i am a dorm parent for the bethel alternative boarding school and share a home with up to 24 native teens. subway is our only chain restaurant. right now it is light outside, but for most of the year it is constantly dark, maybe three hours of light a day. we have giant mosquito's galore, some people even call them the state bird. i have never seen more drunk people in my whole life. at night i sleep with a hammer under my pillow, because i was once woken up by a drunk women in my own home. i couldn't have my baby here because the hospital doesn't offer epidurals. its lonely . . .

ugh. see my dift?

but wait.

i didn't tell you that everyone here knows my name. that no one cares what clothes i wear or what i drive. they just care that i am happy, healthy, and enjoying life. i might have forgotten to mention that the summers are beautiful and green. that kids don't sit around playing video games, but instead are outside biking, fishing, or boating. moving to a place where no one knew us taught my husband and i how to rely on each other in a way i never thought possible. and after some convincing, we have had two couples come and join us in bethel.

like to any situation there is good and there is bad.

i can't always promise i will tell only the good. actually i KNOW i will spend a couple posts venting, that i apologise for now.

so there you have it. i went from a city girl to a "middle of no-where" alaska girl and this is my way to journal it.

sorry for the personal junk. tomorrow we are back to some d.i.y!

we're learning to make our own fantastic tote bags. oh, and just in case you don't have the time to make totes i also compiled a couple of my favorite places to buy some AMAZINGLY CUTE ones... cheap!

I THINK I'M HAVING A BLOGGING MID-LIFE CRISIS!

2011-08-05T14:23:00.000-07:00

i might just be working on the DIY project of the YEAR.

people of blogger land a new blog is about to be born.

YES, my dear friend this blog will still be jam packed with amazing tutorials,

but also will have my own personal flair.

i have been bouncing around THREE blog for too long.... my personal blog, my craft blog, and my food blog.

WELL NOT ANYMORE.

we are going to be mushing them all together!!!

I AM SO EXCITED!

i want to thank you all for making GreenSubmarine what it has been. i absolutely LOvE what has become of my little craft blog. i remember first putting this shin-dig together and i kept saying i really want 17 followers, if i can get 17 i will be happy. well with your help i have passed my goal and can't wait to set (and destroy) another.

the new blog:

like i said before, i've gotten tired of bouncing from one blog to another. i need a place where i can not only show off recently found craft tutorials, but also add some other stuff too. i am creating a blog where i can freely post about anything; yummy things, family things, craft things, inspiring things! i want my blog to become a blog people enjoy to read, not just search through for ideas for their next craft. i felt that GreenSubmarine was so limited. yes, it worked out great for awhile. but my friends times are a changin.

I HOPE YOU WILL STILL CONTINUE WITH ME THROUGH THIS BLOGGIN "MID-LIFE CRISIS"
(as my husband so lovingly put it).

I WILL SAY IT ONE MORE TIME JUST SO YOU ALL KNOW...

THIS BLOG WILL STILL BE JAM PACKED WITH DIY TUTORIALS.

NEVER FEAR MY FRIENDS, YOUR CRAFT IDEAS WILL CONTINUE TO LIVE ON!!!

DIY: made at home canvas art

2011-07-13T11:19:00.000-07:00

learn how to make your own canvas art.

cheap, simple, and AMAZING!

especially when you have awesome prints like these at Young House Love does.

i really like this idea.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* made at home canvas art *

DIY: perched little birdies

2011-07-12T10:29:00.000-07:00

you must look at this project!

it is sooo cute and make with the simplest of things.

the wonderful idea came from Release Me Create!

she has a great tutorial that is each to follow with tons of picture, my favorite kind.

if you want to see the full tutorial, click below:

* perched little birdies *

DIY: knitted headband tutorial

2011-07-11T22:48:00.000-07:00

my blogging maternity leave officially ended yesterday, july 10th.

YES i didn't blog for THREE months. WOW. what an accomplishment!

i have to tell you, i am completely obsessed with this site and LOVE to find tutorials for it...

BUT i knew that i needed to devote my time to this little peanut,

so i STOPPED blogging completely. i didn't even visit other people's blogs.

IT WAS HARD.

but now i can look back and know i gave 100% of my attention to our little brynlee.

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well i don't know about you, but my calender says JULY 11th!

my 3 months are up!

SO I'M BACK BABY AND NOTHING WILL KEEP ME FROM BLOGGIN NOW!

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lets start with an awesome tutorial.

this is something that i would LOVE to learn how to make.

KNITTED HEADBANDS!

i found a picture tutorial and a video one.

so i hope these get your gears turning and your craft juices a flowin!

here's the video, its from the youtube channel IKNITS

it's perfect for those (like me) who learn best if someone is actually showing me.

also we have a worded tutorial with pictures, for those who learn best with pictures and words.

this wonderful tutorial is from Topsy Turvy

image from: thisnext.com

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* knitted headband tutorial *

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DIY: baby making. the reason i am taking a blogging break.

2011-04-22T18:07:00.000-07:00

thanks for being so understanding on my little break.

i am just too busy soaking up these first days with our newest addition.

brynlee. 7lbs 10 oz. born april 21st at 12:50pm.

DIY: lovely book covers

2011-04-09T01:49:00.000-07:00

since my lack of blogging has gone on too long.

i have decided to officially announce that this month i have given up.

planning for a new baby, working full time, and being nine months pregnant takes up too much of my time.

SO I WOULD LIKE ALL OF YOU WONDERFUL READERS TO KNOW...

I AM LEAVING GREEN SUBMARINE BLOG LAND.

DON'T WORRY. I WILL BE BACK MAY 1ST.

i just need this month to really focus on the new baby joining my family.

we will be moving back to utah tomorrow,

yes i am moving eight days away from my due date.

i think having my mom around will help soooooooo much.

i mean lets face it, i really have no idea what i am doing.

well i can't make a post on this blog without adding a tutorial...

enjoy.

i'll see you all again soon, with lots of fun tutorials to share.

+ next time i will be a mommy! (wish me luck).

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* lovely book covers *

DIY: peeps plushie

2011-03-29T00:48:00.000-07:00

i am sorry for being MIA for so long.
just been busy being SUPER prego.
like super super prego.
i just hit week 37 of my baby bump journey and boy am i tired.
i am still working full time and find myself crashing the second i get home.
well hopefully this post will get me back into my old blogging ways.
this project came from danelions and lace
(great blog name, don't you think?)
what a cute way to get young ones excited for easter.
i can't wait to make BERLYN one someday.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* peeps plushie *

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DIY: st.patricks day wreath

2011-03-15T19:42:00.000-07:00

homemade wreaths are such a hit lately.

this st. patty's one is no exception.

i love how easy it is and the simplicity makes it that much better.

i was lucky enough to stumble upon this project on little things bring smiles.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* st.patricks day wreath *

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DIY: stenciled floors

2011-03-14T23:33:00.000-07:00

design*sponge has made my day once again.

look how amazing this tutorial on stenciled floors is.

ah. it makes me smile.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* stenciled floors *

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DIY: lunch money cuff tutorial

2011-03-12T13:52:00.000-08:00

my dorm students seem to always be misplacing their cash.

no i probably wont be making 18 year olds lunch money cuffs this year.

but this great idea might just be the thing i need when my kids are old enough to go to school.

i was lucky enough to find this tutorial on, a lemon squeezy home.

she made some for her son and you know what they acutally look pretty stinkin cool.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* lunch money cuff tutorial *

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DIY: three tiered serving platter

2011-03-11T19:57:00.000-08:00

these are so easy and pretty much awesome.

sorry for such a short post, i have been SUPER busy getting ready for this baby!

only 5 weeks to go!

anyways, this project comes from just sew sassy.

p.s. that blog is amazing. go check it out.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* three tiered serving platter *

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DIY: how to make a shutter headboard

2011-03-04T01:45:00.000-08:00

this project will be the first thing i do when i finally get to move home.

i love the various headboard designs people come up with

and the wonderful tutorials they put together for people like me to make one ourselves.

this amazing project came from kiki creates.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* shutter headboard *

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DIY: book letters

2011-03-03T00:27:00.000-08:00

this is a way cool project.

i stumbled upon it on little things bring smiles.

(yes. a double feature, sorry can't helpt it. i love this new blog find)

hope you enjoy.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* book letters *

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DIY: felt flower rosettes

2011-02-27T17:31:00.000-08:00

aren't these adorable?

i have been searching for the perfect little felt flowers to cover some white onesies with.

i think i just found them. this project is from little things bring smiles.

oh and very sorry for my lack of posting lately.

we have been crazy busy getting all our dorm kids ready for spring break.

10 days without living with my 10 teenagers... priceless!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* felt flower rosettes *

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DIY: make your own pillow friend

2011-02-21T01:56:00.000-08:00

i am SO excited about this find!

having a six year old sister i have heard all about pillow pets.

well the girls over at moms of all trades put together a tutorial to make your own.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* make your own pillow friend *

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You DIY: Upholstered Headboard Using the Ikea Hopen Bed

2011-02-18T00:35:00.000-08:00

want people to see your tutorials?

write me.

i would love to feature your creations.

plus + i LOvE finding new blogs to stalk.

. . . . . . . . .

today i am happy to introduce a new blog, j and j home, to you!

i was recently emailed this awesome tutorial and thought it was worth a feature.
i personally LOvE ikea so this project really hit home for me.

i hope you enjoy!
thank you so much for getting in touch!!!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* upholstered headboard *

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DIY: button up bibs

2011-02-16T21:03:00.000-08:00

looks like i am on a baby project kick again.

here is a cute project from made by rae, which i found on sew mama sew.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* button up bibs *

DIY: anthropologie flower headband

2011-02-12T15:35:00.000-08:00

wow. i am on a project finding roll lately.

i can't believe the cute ideas people are creating these days.

this lovely project is from a new find eisy morgan.

you will love her blog she has lots a great tutorials.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* anthropologie flower headband *

DIY: how to make super cute magnets

2011-02-11T22:00:00.000-08:00

i found a winner recently.
before i even show you the project
let me first introduce you to the blog my beautiful disaster.
it is one addictive blog + has a awesome tutorial!
this is an easy way to create super cute magnets.

to see the full tutorial, click below:
* how to make super cute magnets *

DIY: NEW BLOG!!! and floating wire picture frames

2011-02-10T19:44:00.000-08:00

today i officially have started

SUGAR LOAF.

my newest blog.

a place like this actually, where i keep track of my favorite projects.

except this time they aren't craft tutorials, but instead FOOD tutorials!

i hope you will enjoy.

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yes. i do have a tutorial today for this blog as well.

this project is from ashley ann.

i think we can all agree she has amazing amounts of creative talent!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* floating wire picture frame *

DIY: gorgeous valentines day printable

2011-02-09T20:03:00.000-08:00

this is by FAR my favorite valentines day printable out there.

the super talented libby at libby bonjour created it.

thank you for the free printable.

i.am.loving.it!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* gorgeous valentines day printable *

DIY: upcycling branch into photo display

2011-02-08T18:58:00.000-08:00

wow. this is fantastic.

i can't remember what blog party i found this from,

but the project itself is from carolyns homework.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* upcycling branch in photo display *

DIY: valentines day doily garland

2011-02-07T19:50:00.000-08:00

another super simple garland.

can you tell i'm on a banner kick lately?

maybe it's because of the holiday coming so soon,

or maybe just because they are always super cute!

anyways. i thought that this project from stay at home artist, was great!

easy. cheap. and EASY!!!

enojoy.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* valentines day doily garland *

DIY: paper circle garland

2011-02-06T19:15:00.000-08:00

simple yet gorgeous.

loving this paper circle garland.

hope everyone is having a fun superbowl sunday,

i've spent my day taking care of a sick hubby. poor guy.

this project was found on tiny warbler.

to see this full tutorial, click below:

* paper circle garland *

DIY: woven chain bracelet

2011-02-04T20:13:00.000-08:00

isn't this funky?

i love interesting find like these.

i sure hope you do too.

found this project on honestly wtf.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* woven chain bracelet *

DIY: fortune cookie favors

2011-02-03T19:44:00.000-08:00

i thought it would be fun to feature these fortune cookie favors.

i was lucky enough to stumble upon this tutorial at once wed.

i love the idea of this project.

i have seen felt fortune cookies before for valentines day,

but this project totally opens the creativity for all occasions.

weddings. baby showers. birthdays.

love. this. idea!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* fortune cookie favors *

DIY: ruffled shower curtain

2011-02-02T19:23:00.000-08:00

how cute is this shower curtain.

of course i found this tutorial on moda bake shop.

who ever does their marketing is brilliant!

with all the fun tutorials they have, i can't help but want to order bundles and bundles of fabric!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* ruffled shower curtain *

DIY: boy party ideas: football subway art

2011-02-01T21:38:00.000-08:00

with all the excitement of superbowl lingering in the air,

i thought this would be a perfect project to feature.

super cute football subway art.

who says you can't add some flair to your husband party?

this free printable was found on it is what it is. (love.this.blog)

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* football subway art *

DIY: cup cake liner pom banner

2011-01-31T20:46:00.000-08:00

design*sponge has never failed me.

i love this project made from cup cake liners.

SO CUTE!!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* cup cake liner pom banner *

DIY: clever anniversary gifts: unraveling love note

2011-01-30T23:54:00.000-08:00

this is such a cute anniversary gift.

seriously i.love.it!

found it on paper n' stitch.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* unraveling love note *

DIY: how to make your boppy even better (boppy cover tutorial)

2011-01-29T20:17:00.000-08:00

i have been told by many friends that they adored their boppy and that it's a must have for this coming year.

after hearing this i took a look at the many boppy prints out there.

don't get me wrong i saw some pretty cute ones.

but then i came across this tutorial from gros grain fabulous,

where you can make your own cover!

so cute. now i can have one in any fabric print i want.

i love clever people.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* boppy cover *

DIY: gorgeous doilie mobile

2011-01-28T20:58:00.000-08:00

i am so excited to finally meet my little tummy dweller.

while she continues to grow and kick everyday

i spend my time searching for cute (yet easy) mobile projects.

i really liked this tutorial from make grow gather

it is simple enough for me to make here in bethel.

plus it is super cute, they did a great job!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* gorgeous doilie mobile *

DIY: felt rose poms + GS turns one!

2011-01-27T01:07:00.000-08:00

yes. it is true.

TODAY IS OUR ONE YEAR BLOG-BIRTHDAY!!

one year ago i started this blog as a place for me to keep track of my favorite projects.

(my d.i.y project archive)

i was shocked when i got 5 followers and to think that now i almost have 500.

WOW.

so a big THANK YOU to all my readers and the wonderful comments you leave.

AND a even bigger THANK YOU to all the creative bloggers out there,

without your fantastic tutorials to feature this blog would be nothing.

.THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU.

want people to see your tutorials?

write me.

i would love to feature your creations.

plus + i LOvE finding new blogs to stalk.

. . . . . . . . .

recently the super cool hilary got in touch with me.

i am soooo excited to introduce her blog spending less living more to you!
(this is the first feature of year two of this blog)

hilary has amazing creative talent and her blog has tons of project tutorials.

today i am excited to feature her felt rose pom project with you!

she teaches you how to think outside the box and make them without the styrofoam ball center.

i loved it and am sure you will too.

to see her full tutorial, click below:

* adorable felt rose poms *

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DIY: polaroid magnet frame tutorial

2011-01-26T19:31:00.000-08:00

sometimes the most simple projects turn out to be my favorite.

just like this tutorial from paper and stitch.

these are magnet frames are just too cute, let make some!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* polaroid magnet frame *

DIY: framed conversation heart art

2011-01-25T20:24:00.000-08:00

this project is fantastic.

the creativity people have is amazing.

maybe one day some crafting talent will rub off on me. maybe.

this project is from my creative departure.

enjoy.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* framed conversation heart art *

DIY: ottoman remix

2011-01-24T19:40:00.000-08:00

this awesome ottoman remix is from meet virginia.

which, if you don't already know, is an amazing blog.

super super super cute!

he tutorial is easy to follow and she was able to thrift her fabric, so exciting!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* ottoman remix *

DIY: crystal pendants

2011-01-23T22:35:00.000-08:00

i have really enjoyed the past couple days of project searching.

somedays i find nothing worth while, while on other i find TONS of fantastic projects.

i was really excited to find this project on little birdie secrets.

a super cute and simple (and fast) way to make your own pendant jewelry.

i want to make one sooo bad.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* crystal pendants *

DIY: how to make rosette fabric flowers

2011-01-22T13:07:00.000-08:00

i really enjoy finding similar projects but done in different ways.

like take this rosette fabric flower tutorial from simply modern mom.

her technique is one i haven't seen before.

but i sure like how they turned out,

the scrunched look is just adorable.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* rosette fabric flowers *

DIY: creative wedding gift wrapping + a question for you!?

2011-01-21T21:44:00.000-08:00

hi. again.

i know you don't want to hear from me twice in one day, BUT i have a question.

i would really like to re-vamp my site for year two of my blog.

like a complete blog make-over (keeping along with the GS theme tho)

and i just was wondering if you guys knew of any good blog designers.

anyone you would recommend?

even yourself.

i want to hear from you.

- - -

well here is another project.

i have a hard time making a post without a feature.

this project is from re-nest

and actually it is more of an idea than a project.

but i love it none the less.
(using a goregous dish towel to wrap a wedding gift)

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* creative wedding gift wrapping *

DIY: kids valentines: ipod heart candy cover

2011-01-21T19:59:00.000-08:00

hello again.

today's post is short and sweet.

my husband just left for work (yes. he works through the night) so i am going to get my hulu on!

haha. i need to catch up on my glee, wipeout, and modern family.

speaking of modern family, did anyone catch wednesdays episode?

PRICELESS. i loved it!

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well just so that you still get your project fix for the day

here is a fun project from family fun.

i am big into free printables, especially being a primary teacher

(primary just means i teach the really young kids a my church)

it is so easy to find a fun printable to make a cute little handout for the kids.

the kids love it because they are four and will love anything.

i love it because it is EASY.

anyways, i saw this post and thought it was a great idea for valentines day treats.

they just easily go over the message heart candy boxes.

genius.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* kids valentines: ipod heart candy covers *

DIY: ornate button earrings

2011-01-20T19:42:00.000-08:00

I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT THIS FEATURE!!!

first of all this tutorial is fantastic.

honestly. one of my favorites!

second how CUTE are these earrings?

i can't wait to make some.

i think you'll feel the same after you check out the tutorial.

this project is from one of my new blogger friends Haley

she writes Life Is Sweet.

(super cute blog by the way)

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* DIY Ornate Button Earrings *

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thank you HALEY for letting me post your tutorial!

DIY: baby girl yoga pants

2011-01-20T00:26:00.000-08:00

guess what i forgot to tell the blogging world.

i didn't even post this on my personal blog.

WE'RE HAVING A GIRL!!!

with this news i had to find the perfect tutorial.

i think i found it.

baby girl yoga pants from samster mommy.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* baby girl yoga pants *

DIY: valentines day hugs and kisses banner

2011-01-17T17:41:00.000-08:00

yay. more valentines day projects.

i really enjoy finding different banner ideas.

this one i really like.

it was found on moda bake shop.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* hugs and kisses banner *

DIY: shoe clips how-to

2011-01-16T16:37:00.000-08:00

look at what i just came across over at grosgrain...

a fantastic month of shoe clips.

yes. you heard me right a month!

here are two of the many many shoe clip tutorials.

i promise you'll love it.

to see this shoe clip tutorial, click below:

* nylon chiffon shoe clip *

to see this shoe clip tutorial, click below:

* water lilies shoe clip *

DIY: burlap heart wreath

2011-01-16T02:25:00.000-08:00

it's mind blowing to me just how many hoidays there are.

i feel we are always jumping from one to another.

wasn't it just yesterday that i was posting about christmas?

and now valentines day, sheesh. this year is already going by way too fast.

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this project is from diary of a craftaholic.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* burlap heart wreath *

DIY: cardboard faux logs

2011-01-15T20:56:00.000-08:00

when i first saw this project i was blown away.

seriously who would ever thing to make logs out of cardboard??

but after taking a long look at the tutorial,

i fell in love with this idea.

seriously it is easier than you think and look how great they look in the fireplace.

just make sure you remember not to turn it on.

i don't think plaster would smell good burnt.

i found this on design*sponge.

enjoy.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* cardboard faux logs *

DIY: plush toy camera tutorial

2011-01-14T21:15:00.000-08:00

want people to see your tutorials?

write me.

i would love to feature your creations.

plus + i LOvE finding new blogs to stalk.

. . . . . . . . .

lovely kate recently got in contact with me.

so today i am happy to introduce her blog, see kate sew, to you!
i have found inspiration from her ideas many times.
well this year she made a resolution to get into photography,
and to kick off her new goal she created this super cute plush camera tutorial.
isn't her little man a handsome model??
ah. i am getting baby hungry just looking at him... sooo cute!
ooo and my favorite part of the project is how she used a picture as the lcd screen.
that is some creative brain power!

i hope you enjoy her project, i know i sure did!

* T H A N K S K A T E *

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* plush toy camera tutorial *

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DIY: sticks + frame = LOvE! (how to make branch art)

2011-01-12T20:23:00.000-08:00

hello there.

i think you are here to find DIY projects.

ooo i am right?

how did i know?

here is a fun project for you.

found on cleverly inspired.

check it out.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* branch art *

DIY: billy button flowers

2011-01-11T18:53:00.000-08:00

okay. okay. i am back.

i am not going to lie to you... taking a blogging break is great!

but it is good to be back.

anyways. lets get DIY-ing.

i was going through some of the projects i wanted to feature last year,

some the for some reason never got posted.

so here you go. the next couple of days we are going to play catch up,

so you might get one or two or three projects a day.

but whose complaining. not me.

this project comes from mrs. priss.

enjoy.

(you'll probably hear from me again today)

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* billy button flowers *

DIY: fabric pom pom neckalce

2011-01-02T09:09:00.000-08:00

first of all lets state the obvious...
happy new year!
i really hope everyone had a great holiday, i sure have been enjoy myself.
sorry my blog kinda died there for a second.
i have been living in up here in utah and am trying to soak in every second of family, friends, and food.
so i thought it would only be fair to inform you that my blog will continue to be dead till
JANUARY 9th!
(when i will be back in alaska, unpacked, and ready to focus on DIY again)
anyways, because i love my readers i couldn't help but feature a project today...

i am smitten with this necklace,

though i don't know what you would call it.

this little rosette/ pom pom flower necklace is just too cute.

loving it.

i am also loving the blog the tutorial came from, little miss momma, go check it out.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* fabric pom pom necklace *

DIY: how to make cake pops

2010-12-22T20:15:00.000-08:00

i think everyone and their mom has seen the latest fad of desert tables.

and if you have seen those then you are bound to have seen various cake pops.

personally, being pregnant i want to eat them all.

they do look extremely delicious, don't they??

anyways, after seeing these being used in so many different desert table ways

i decided that it was time to find myself a good tutorial to make them myself.

search and found.

this tutorial was discovered on little miss momma, cute blog.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* how to make cake pops *

DIY: how to make an ottoman slip cover

2010-12-21T18:56:00.000-08:00

this is a fun project.

back when i lived in utah i saw ottomans at garage sales and thrift stores all the time!

i always thought it would be great saturday DIY project to make a slip cover for one.

thanks to this wonderful tutorial found via design*sponge making a cover will be easy.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* how to make an ottoman slip cover *

DIY: faux fabric paper snowmen

2010-12-20T23:04:00.000-08:00

who on this earth has the creative talent to invent these lovelies?

the ever crafty girls from whipper berry, is who!

i am steaming with jealousy.

i would rule the world with artistic talent like that.

but. hey. that's what this blog is all about.

helping me take one step each day towards becoming a crafting machine.

it will take many baby steps, but i think this project is the perfect step to take this holiday season.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* faux fabric paper snowmen *

DIY: my favorite holiday printables these season

2010-12-17T22:53:00.000-08:00

find the link to each below, starting from left to right:

1. monogram gift tag

2. cute downloadable wrapping paper

3. christmas warning labels

4. trendy reindeer gift tag

5. reindeer orange and blue gift tag

6. holiday candy bar wrappers

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i always feel odd putting printables on a tutorial site.
oh. who cares??

hope you enjoy.

DIY: cupcake liner trees

2010-12-13T23:16:00.000-08:00

i am sure you guys have seen these cupcake liner trees around.

i am just dying over them.

ah. love love love.

to make your own follow the tutorial from domestifluff

(don't you love that blog name... domestifluff.... so clever)

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* cupcake liner trees *

DIY: anthro inspired gift box decoration

2010-12-12T18:14:00.000-08:00

some of my favorite tutorials come from personal blogs.

sometimes i find that craft blogs show the same projects, but just different ways to do them.

so when i find a tutorial on a personal blog i get very excited.

which is exactly how i felt when i stumbled upon jamie's blog, life as a pepin.

her tutorial is super simple with very few steps. i love the outcome of her project.

this would be the perfect special touch to wrapping any christmas gift.

or if you bundled them all together you could make a cute ornament.

someone else i shared this tutorial with thought it would be a cute headband.

well whatever you decided to do with this project, i bet it will turn out great!

happy sunday.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* anthro inspired gift box decoration *

DIY: scrabble tree ornaments

2010-12-11T23:47:00.000-08:00

this is a great tutorial for scrabble tree ornaments.

i have seen people make home decore out of scrabble words,

but never christmas ornaments.

it would be the perfect little touch to any neighborhood gift.

i always thinking about things i want to do for my future neighbors,

especially since i don't have any right now, just a bunch of empty classrooms.

(living in a elementary school and all)

this wonderful tutorial came from my sweet savannah.

enjoy.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* scrabble tree ornaments *

DIY: shabby chic fabric chandelier

2010-12-10T23:57:00.000-08:00

check out this ultra shabby chic fabric chandelier.

i'm loving its look.

this was found on the all fantastic whipper berry.

(one of my many favorite blogs)

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* shabby chic fabric chandelier *

DIY: make a gorgeous fall wreath (for cheap!)

2010-12-09T00:27:00.000-08:00

guess who wins for my favorite person today?

johnnie from saved by love creations.

she was sweet enough to feature me on her blog today,

also she gave me a spot as a sponsor for a week!

i mean how awesome is that?

so i thought what better then to feature her right back!

so i am happy to show you her wonderful tutorial on making a cute call wreath, for cheap!

this whole wreath cost her 9 bucks.

everything she got was from her local dollar store!

to me it's refreshing to see someone making a traditional wreath this year.

we have seen so many tutorials for these new trendy ones, which are amazing.

but i do enjoy seeing traditional as well.

anyways, enough of my wreath rant...

go check her out. she has lots more tutorials to show you!

thanks johnnie for the feature!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* make a gorgeous fall wreath *

DIY: how to make letters with twine

2010-12-06T20:02:00.000-08:00

well ins't this idea darling??

i am dying to make some for myself.

they for some reason seem so holiday-ish to me.

this gorgeous tutorial was put together by grace at sense and simplicity.

oh i can't wait to move home and really get started on all these tutorials.

happy monday and have fun crafting!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* how to make letters with twine *

DIY: make fabric christmas tree decorations

2010-12-06T02:16:00.000-08:00

want people to see your tutorials?

write me.

i would love to feature your creations.

plus + i LOvE finding new blogs to stalk.

. . . . . . . . .

i love getting emails.
especially from super sweet people like cecilia, who writes so tei tei.
she contacted me to show me her new fabric ornament tutorial.
wouldn't this be perfect for an ornament exchange?
or a cute add to your neighborhood gifts?
i know for me i will be trying out this project with my youngest sister,
i really think she will get a kick of making her own decorations for the tree.
plus this project is really simple, which like i have always said, are my favorite type!
thanks cecilia for getting in touch, like i said earlier, i LOvE getting emails!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* fabric christmas tree decorations *
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DIY: glitter tree decor and holiday subway art printable

2010-12-05T20:39:00.000-08:00

i know you have seen these before.

i always try to post my favorite projects, just to make sure i always know where to find them.

anyways, enjoy.

* * *

the wonderful sister of eighteen25 recently were guest bloggers on i {heart} nap time.

there they posted a really cute how-to on their glitter tree project.

i love the simplicity of how the trees turned out.

and even more how the coordinate perfectly with the holiday subway art.

(which, can be downloaded off of eighteen25 for free.)

you gotta love the fun holiday printable floating around the internet this season!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* glitter tree decor *

to get to the download, click below:

* holiday subway art download *

DIY: make an ottoman from a coffee table

2010-12-04T17:30:00.000-08:00

this beautiful how-to was found on little green notebook.

i love her story behind creating this piece.

she was at restoration hardware and a ottoman (usually priced at 1200) was on sale fore 150.

she was so excited!

she quickly stepped out of the store and called her husband about purchasing it.

once she got the go ahead from the hubby she ran back in to get the prized piece.

and guess what. it was gone. in a matter of minutes someone else snagged it up.

she says that she was extremely sad about it and i can only imagine.

anyways, with that ottoman still in her mind she decided to try and DIY one of her own.

i love how it turned out.

and her tutorial actually makes it seem do-able,

her step by step pictures are easy to follow and the instructions answered all my questions.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* make an ottoman from a coffee table *

DIY: gorgeous fabric flower garland

2010-12-03T21:23:00.000-08:00

this would look perfect in a little girls nursery.

(hopefully my little girl)

can i just tell you how much i adore this fabric garland from once wed.

and how much i want one in my room right now.

ah. it makes me happy.

* * *

enjoy your friday night!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* gorgeous fabric flower garland *

DIY: handmade gift wrap

2010-12-02T21:00:00.000-08:00

i am a huge design*sponge fan.

so just in case you missed the last DIY wednesday here is my favorite project.

a tutorial on how to make your own handmade gift wrap.

i love how this came out.

just looking at this project really gets the gears turning,

i'm so excited to make my own wrapping paper this year!

wonder how it will turn out.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* handmade gift wrap *

DIY: wreath christmas countdown

2010-12-01T23:41:00.000-08:00

i don't know about you but i love everything about christmas.

it really is the happiest time of the year for me.

lucky enough cory (my husband) and i will be flying into utah

on this special day to celebrate with our families.

speaking of our families,

the last time i spoke with my family they had all the decorations up.

even their christmas countdown calender.

in memory of that little calender i decided to see what other people use to countdown.

i was lucky enough to find this tutorial on all things thrifty.

a little more complex, yet super cute, wreath christmas countdown.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* wreath christmas countdown *

DIY: no sew scarf

2010-12-01T01:03:00.000-08:00

i don't know about you, but it's cold up here in alaska.

like negative 6 cold. ugh.

so i thought i might try to warm us all up a bit with this no sew scarf tutorial.

it actually is pretty easy.

and the fact that you don't have to sew anything is always a plus. (at least for me)

this was found on maryjanes and galoshes, cute blog.

hope you enjoy the how-to.

and i also hope you are enjoying the first day of december,

...christmas is just around the corner!!!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* no sew scarf *

DIY: how to make your husband a tie

2010-11-28T18:25:00.000-08:00

this project was found on purlbee.

i need to stop going on that website, i want to order everything i see.

i should be focused on christmas presents, but instead i just want the fabric.

anyways, i love this tutorial.

i think my husband would actually wear a handmade tie... i think.

who cares i still want to make him about twenty!

he always wears the same ties to church, always!

honey, i think it's time we gave your sunday best an upgrade!

to see this full tutorial, click below:

* how to make your husband a tie *

You DIY: make your own stamps

2010-11-27T20:07:00.000-08:00

want people to see your tutorials?

write me.

i would love to feature your creations.

plus + i LOvE finding new blogs to stalk.

. . . . . . . . .

lovely sara recently got in contact with me.

so today i am happy to introduce her blog, sweet november, to you!

this girl is a crafter and a great one at that.

(you should see her craft room, i love it!)

well today i am happy to feature her make your own stamps tutorial.

the best part of this feature is this will be the first stamp project on GS!

i hope you enjoy!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* make your own stamps *

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DIY: framed dessert table trays

2010-11-26T23:17:00.000-08:00

some people in this world are just purely blessed with creative talent.

a great example is lindy whose tutorial on ruffled caught my eye.

wouldn't these frames add the perfect punch a dessert table.

what gorgeous ideas will people think of next?

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* framed dessert table trays *

DIY: make your own cloth bibs

2010-11-25T22:09:00.000-08:00

aw. are you guys falling for these bibs as much as i am??

i love the fabric and will probably need to get some after seeing these!

the best part is the tutorial is super easy to follow.

yes, easy enough for even me to do.

this came from purl bee.

which is probably why i am loving it so much.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* make your own cloth bibs *

You DIY: gobble gobble turkey beak

2010-11-24T19:43:00.000-08:00

want people to see your tutorials?

write me.

i would love to feature your creations.

plus + i LOvE finding new blogs to stalk.

. . . . . . . . .

recently the wonderful katie got in touch with me.

i am so happy to introduce her blog the 30 girl to you!

she's one creative gal with tons and tons of project tutorials.

(you should go see for yourself, i promise you'll enjoy)

today i am excited to feature her turkey beak project with you!

it's a refreshing spin off from the ever popular mustache fad going on right now.

perfect for the many many pictures you'll take tomorrow!

to see her full tutorial, click below:

* gobble gobble turkey beak *

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p.s. i am completely embarrassed. for some reason the email that i put on the top of my blog was not the one that i was checking regularly. SO i have lots of emails to answer. if you recently wrote me about a project and i never got back to you, don't worry, i will!

DIY: thanksgiving chalkboard

2010-11-23T19:25:00.000-08:00

i love it.

seriously, i love everything about it!

i can't wait to DIY my own version.

thank you this and that creative for the inspiration!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* thanksgiving chalkboard *

DIY: mod podge a frame with wrapping paper

2010-11-22T20:19:00.000-08:00

look what you can make from a cheap wooden frame!

oh i love it when people make amazing things will almost no money at all.

and i love how people can think to make something like this.

i could have a frame, mod podge, and wrapping paper and still not think of this craft.

goes to show you why i have green submarine,

a place to keep track of my favorite diy projects other people do!

this tutorial is brought to you from craftily ever after.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* mod podge a frame with wrapping paper *

DIY: modern tree centerpiece

2010-11-21T02:56:00.000-08:00

i don't know about you but we decorated for christmas early in my family.

in fact the last time i "skyped" with my family they already had their tree up!

with thanksgiving coming around the corner i can't help but be grateful.

i am so blessed to have the family that i have, parents and sisters, i love them!

i am also so blessed to have the husband that i do, he works so hard and has such drive.

i am also grateful for bethel.

i know i might complain about my little town, but in truth i will be sad to officially leave.

with all that said let me get back to DIY...

and show you this project from HWTM (hostess blog)

can i just tell you that i LOvE everything about this blog... EVERYTHING!

if you live under a rock and haven't been, GO.

but warning first, you might find yourself spending excessive amounts of time

browsing the many wonderful ideas, i know i do!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* modern tree centerpiece *

DIY: flower pin

2010-11-19T22:58:00.000-08:00

umm yes please.

i absolutely, positively want to make this!

i have seen so many tutorials for rosette flowers,

which are GREAT don't get me wrong.

BUT it is sooo refreshing to see a new flower tutorial pop up!

this was found on jones design company.

i am loving the funky look of this felt flower.

maybe i will make one tonight.

maybe you should make one tonight!

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* flower pin *

DIY: girls ruffle jacket

2010-11-16T23:00:00.000-08:00

this project makes me happy.

i don't know if i have mentioned it, but I WANT A GIRL!

i went to a check up yesterday and my dr. said she would bet money its a boy.

NOOOO.

haha. i know if i have a boy i will LOvE it.

but right now i am still hoping for a girl.

i just really want to do fun projects like this one.

i found it on ashley ann.

go check her out.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* girls ruffle jacket *

DIY: string lamp shade

2010-11-15T20:40:00.000-08:00

what a great idea!

make your own lampshade... with string!

honestly i like the look, something i could see in my future house.

this was found on diy ideas.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* string lamp shade *

DIY: no sew holiday runner

2010-11-14T17:44:00.000-08:00

it's been since i've posted design inspiration from design*sponge.

so. i am happy to show you this tutorial on how to make a no sew holiday runner.

i love projects that are simple.

even more i love projects that involve no sewing.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* no sew holiday runner *

DIY: changeable shoe bows

2010-11-13T17:04:00.000-08:00

what a fun way to dress up any sunday shoes!

i found this tutorial on a lemon squeezy home.

i hope you enjoy.

for the full tutorial, click below:

* changeable shoe bows *

DIY: crepe paper rosettes

2010-11-10T19:00:00.000-08:00

i love streamers.

every birthday my parents decorate with rolls and rolls of crepe paper.

colorful streamers would be around every corner of our house.

so when i came across a tutorial for crepe paper rosettes, i had to share.

this is from house of smiths.
(you know how you find a blog you instantly LOvE, this blog is one of those)

it is such a great idea and i can't wait to make some for a baby shower or nursery.

if you get the right colors you really could use them for anything, even home decor.

to see the full tutorial, click below:

* crepe paper rosettes *

DIY: stuffed mustache

2010-11-09T19:38:00.000-08:00

with the holidays just around the corner

why not make a fun prop to take family pictures with?

especially the little kids.

how cute would that be?

this project came from see kate sew.

that is one girl who is C.R.E.A.T.I.V.E!

to check out the full tutorial, click below:

* stuffed mustache *

DIY: octopus happiness

2010-11-07T19:19:00.000-08:00

i found this tutorial on moda bake shop,

but it was actually created on melly and me.
i can't help but look at cute handmade plush toys lately.
i keep trying to find the perfect first toy to make for my future little one.
this one is up there on the list.
i mean who doesn't want to play with a octopus?

for the full tutorial, click below:

* octopus happiness *

DIY: pretty patterend vases

2010-11-05T00:43:00.000-07:00

i am sorry.
so very very sorry... you are getting another vase project.
*okay so am really not sorry at all*
i loved the vase last project so much that i had to show off this vase project as well.
its from paper n' stitch. <-----LOVE THIS BLOG!
this is such a simple way to spruce up any vase.
to check out the how-to for all the fun instructions!

to see the full tutorial, click below:
* pretty patterend vases *

DIY: chair upholstery project

2010-11-03T21:14:00.000-07:00

i can't wait to get back to utah.
even more i can't wait to get back to the land of thrift stores and craft outlets!
we recently put an offer in on a house and surprisingly they accepted.
SO. we are finally going to have our own home!
it is the perfect starter home for my husband and i (+ baby).
when i get back i will be sure to post pictures of the various
home improvement projects i take on here and there.
speaking of projects i found this tutorial on lemon tree creations.
i am soooo glad i found it.
this will come in very handy when trying to furnish a house on a budget.
hope you all enjoy.

for the full tutorial, click below:
* chair upholstery project *