Projects category

  • “I’m Melting!”

    I have been so inspired by whats been done with Perler Beads. Like, this Tardis (from Dr. Who). Man is that spectacular. (You can find the pattern here. Thanks Kyoti) I finally picked up the most bas...
    May 23, 2013 3 Comments

  • Iron Craft ’13 #10 – Color Blocked Coasters

    Oh, I had big plans for this Iron Craft Home challenge, but got sidetracked by the impending move and holding a garage sale. I ended up with a project that came together really quickly, but I still th...
    May 21, 2013 3 Comments

  • Project: Art Deco Mittens

    Some of you may remember earlier this year I gave away a pair of custom designed mittens, well I finally finished them! The winner, Beth, asked me to design something with an art deco design in black...
    May 14, 2013 2 Comments

  • Iron Craft ’13 #9 – Button Embellished Cardigan

    This Iron Craft challenge was to use sewing notions in a project. I found these cute polka dot buttons for something like $1 a package and knew I had to do something with them. I’m one of those...
    May 07, 2013 3 Comments

  • Project: Polka Dot Paper Lanterns

    Here is a fun way to add a festive garland to a party that also adds some cool lighting when the sun goes down, Polka Dot Paper Lanterns. Even better, these will cost almost nothing to make because y...
    May 03, 2013 4 Comments

  • Preschool Project: Shaving Cream Pictures

    I found this idea posted on Pinterest and followed the link to Getting Messy with Ms. Jessie. Then I tried it with my favorite Tuesday kids. Here is how it goes: Supplies: trays shaving cream (in a ...
    May 01, 2013 1 Comment

  • Project: Mini Pillow Present

    One of our most popular presents with the little people has been the mini pillow. It has been a real hit. Its popularity continues to surprise me.  So, when we were invited to the birthday of one of...
    Apr 30, 2013 2 Comments

  • Project: Gnome Jewelry Stand

    Here’s a quick little project that is full of whimsey, but useful too. This little gnome will add a smile to wherever you put him, but he’ll also keep your rings and bracelets safe while y...
    Apr 26, 2013 5 Comments

  • Iron Craft ’13 #8 – Lego DJ T-Shirt

    This week’s Iron Craft challenge was based around toys. I knew right away mine was going to be based on Legos. My husband, Matt, loves his Legos to this day. (You should see his office, it’...
    Apr 23, 2013 3 Comments

  • Project: Laptop Tote Bag

    On Tuesday, I showed you how to make a quilted laptop sleeve using the lovely HGTV Home fabrics from Jo-Ann. Today, we’ll make the matching tote bag that holds it. This tote bag is lined with t...
    Apr 18, 2013 8 Comments