I am entering a contest to try and win photography stuff!
http://ilive2click.com/2011/05/22/2100-mega-giveaway-launch-of-i-live-2-click/#comment-534
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
Chair Re-Do
I scored a free chair last week and finished the re-do today. I am really excited about how it turned out. It was fun to do. Although I do have to admit I was a little sad that my home decor doesn't include any "springy" colors. I was really wanting to paint the chair a creamy yellow or robin's egg blue. Next time...
Before
And after!
I used Satin Black spray paint and fabric from JoAnn's.
~by Elizabeth
Saturday, March 26, 2011
A new dress for Spring
I had a lot of fun sewing this little spring number. I love the colors and the fabric- probably because they make me feel "springish" and I am SO sick of wintery weather. I used a McCalls pattern and added my own little touches.
(My little lady was happy to model it, she loved the ruffles and that it spun well.)
~by Elizabeth
(My little lady was happy to model it, she loved the ruffles and that it spun well.)~by Elizabeth
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Lollipops!
I made these adorable pants and a skirt for my friend Scarlette (I have to admit I wanted to keep them for my self)
New Sash and Bow for Easter
Here's my little lady ready for Spring. I made her the white dress for Easter last year, and am reusing it this year, except with a new bow and sash. Her brothers are wearing green, navy, and white; so this is what I came up with to have her match. For her sash and bow I made rolled rosettes out of taffeta, the little blossom flowers out of organza (I singed the edges over a candle), and added some pearls for embellishment.
~Elizabeth
Monday, March 14, 2011
Friday, March 11, 2011
Snakes and snails and puppy dog tails...
That's what little boys are made of. Our family will be welcoming a new little boy this summer (our 3rd. 3 boys and 1 girl), so I have been busy sewing. It is still early, but I figure I better do it now while I still feel like it, since my motivation seems to go down the more this belly of mine grows.
My boppy pillow was in serious need of a new cover. I traced it to make a pattern. One side is polka-dots and the other is stripes. Most covers have a zipper closure, but since I hate sewing zippers I opted for ties instead. I really like how it turned out.
I've never used one of these car seat canopies. But I thought they seemed like a good idea, so I went ahead and made a reversible one.
Flannel blankets. Just 2 pieces of flannel sewn together.
I saw this idea online and loved it. So I got out the wonder-under and made this handsome little onesie.
Another flannel receiving blanket.
Burp clothes. I used flannel on one side and terry cloth on the other.
My babies tend to be very spitty and drooly, so I made bibs galore. These are cotton on one side and terry cloth on the other.
Now all I have to do is wait for this little guy to make his appearance!
~Elizabeth
~Elizabeth
Monday, February 14, 2011
Valentines Day (Day 14)
Last year I saw this adorable Valentine Idea on BRASSYAPPLE I loved it. I showed my girls who did not forget this idea.
Here is my Version:
Of Course at 13 life would not be complete without those finger hearts.
HAPPY VALENTINES!!!!
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Day 13
Supplies: Wood, Saw, Stencil,metal embellishments (I used a Cricut) Paint, Crackle Paint.
I put this above my door last year, it was a fun statement. after Valentines I added hooks on to it for my daughters bedroom.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Day 12
Small heart banner, You could use paper, card board, I used wood bead board that my friend had kicking around in her garage. We used my scroll saw to cut them out.
Simple yet Sweet!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Day 11
I found this Amazing Vintage spin Game when searching on Google for Vintage Valentines I have been trying to figure out what to do with it every since then, 
http://heatherknitzdesigns.blogspot.com/2009/02/vintage-valentines-on-google-images.html
This is what I came up with I LOVE IT!!!!
I bought this clock at goodwill for $1 It was oak with gold trim (Perfectly ready to be updated, in my opinion) I printed out the game in the correct size and turned it into a clock. How cool is that?
Day 10
My sister made these, she used Martha Stewarts recipe She just cut them out with small Heart shaped cookie cutters.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Day 8
Have you seen these Yummy Cake pops from
they are not only adorable but also delicious. My sister and I attempted to make the simple version of them yesterday, I had extra cake leftover from my 8 year olds birthday so it worked out perfect. (My sister did the chocolate dipping-the hard part) I have to admit its and art. We decided to rub edible glitter on them for that special touch!
I found these instrucions : http://www.cakepops.org/
Monday, February 7, 2011
Day 7
Valentines Magnets
Not so Idle hands Blog has instructions to make these cute glass Magnets, To add my own Valentines touch to one of them I added lace. Sunday, February 6, 2011
Day 6
More free Templates from www.kmckaydesigns.com
I printed on White Card stock and Used ink to rough it up to make it look old.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Day 5
Cuppie Doll
So while my husband was watching a movie I took some of my leftover supplies and made my own doll for display. No extra cost, this is a doll I picked up at goodwill several years ago she has been part of many photo shoots so I was happy to find a use for her again.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Day 4
Go the the scrapshoppe blog to learn how to make these cute banners
My Tip:
If you do not want a permanent indent of your letters take the chalk and put it on its side over the whole project then erase the chalk, (as seen above) Also, when you are painting your chalkboard paint. First paint it horizontal then paint your second coat vertical.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Day 3
When I was browsing for Valentine Ideas I found this with a free download:
I made my own version and loved how it turned out. (14 days for 14 days of Valentines)
A list of Compiled Ideas I found online for you to use:
Back Rub
Pie of Your Choice
Candlelit Dinner for Two
Breakfast in Bed
Night without Kids
Foot Massage and a few unmentionables :)
1 hug
3 kisses.
10 minutes of cuddling.
breakfast in bed.
dinner and a movie.
20 minute massage.
a candlelit bubble bath.
a clean kitchen.
a picnic in the park.
One free car wash
A romantic dinner for two
A chocolate splurge
A 5 minute, knock-you-off-your-feet kiss
A night of stargazing
One hour of uninterrupted free time
30 minutes of cuddles
A movie date to any movie of your choice
A romantic candlelit bath for two
A night of romantic pampering
A weekend getaway
A free wish
A quickie
A romantic rendezvous of your choice
A night at home of kissin' and lovin'
A romantic picnic for two anytime, anywhere
An afternoon of getting to know each other again
A day of games and fun
An intimate fantasy
A session of truth or dare
One evening of dancing
Shower for two
A one hour massage
Dessert for two
Breakfast in bed
An evening of uninterrupted conversation
One escorted date to a restaurant of your choice
One big bear hug
One evening treated like royalty
24 hours of no arguments - no matter what!
Dinner and a movie for 2 in bed...
One kiss and make-up session
Personal servant for one day
One late night craving delivered
Your choice of one household chore completed
One bedtime story
One breakfast date
One Lunch break Date- I’ll get the sitter!
One revealing fact: My biggest dream
One revealing fact: What I love most about you
One revealing fact: My deepest desire
One cultural event
One evening listening to romantic music
One shopping spree
One body painting session
One morning of rest
One semi-formal date
One night out on the town
One picnic in the park
One get out of the doghouse free
Free access to the remote for one night
One evening out with the guys
One perfect date
This coupon is good for 2 loads of laundry
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Day 2
Valentines Chalkboard Magnetic board:
Supplies:
1. Dollar Tree Serving Platter
2. Chalkboard Paint
I found this Recipe online for how to make your own Chalkboard Paint
1 Cup Paint (I used my sisters leftover Pink paint from her daughters bedroom)
2 TBL White none sanded tile grout
It worked better than the spray can I was impressed. However, Do not pre make this Grout does harden when wet. I learned this the hard way
3. Cute Vintage Valentines……..
Okay mine are not really vintage. But I am in love with these, I have never laughed so Hard.
If you go onto Google and type in Vintage valentines in the images line you get hundreds of these adorable valentines some for free to download and some for a small cost All worth the smile.
I can sew so I must be doing something right! LOL
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