Anyone else re-prioritize your entire packing plan to make room for more shoes? My husband often says I need to bring along an entire carry on for the amount of shoes I try to take on a vacation. That's a fair accusation. I'm sure when TSA opens up my suitcase and sees the pile of tied up grocery bags sitting on top they are seriously wondering what I tried to sneak on. Well I decided my grocery … [Read more...] about Life is Short, Pack the Shoes Travel Bag
Fabric Crafts
DIY Anthro-Inspired Bandana Bracelet
Looking for a quick summer project? I've got you covered with this easy Anthro-inspired bandana DIY bracelet! I don't know about you but getting bogged down with an intense craft project is not my main focus this summer season... I live in Seattle, the winters are brutal but the summers are a dream. Needless to say, it's finally sunny and the weather is currently ON POINT, so I'm all about … [Read more...] about DIY Anthro-Inspired Bandana Bracelet
Mini Tie-Dyed Tambourine Favors
No celebration is complete without party favors. They can really amp up the celebration vibes, regardless of the occasion. You'll also save a chunk of change when you DIY them yourself! Take this tie-dyed DIY tambourine project, for instance. It's perfect for weddings, festivals, and even kids' birthday parties. Simply repeat the project until you have enough tambourines for an army. Here's how to … [Read more...] about Mini Tie-Dyed Tambourine Favors
How to Batik with Glue: Resist Fabric Painting for Kids
I love crafting with children. It is something that I enjoy doing and all the kids in my life know that if they want to get creative, they can call me! Sometimes we do something really simple, and other times we do something that people can't believe children made. One example is the printmaking tutorial I shared. This glue resist fabric painting (using a technique called batik) is another one. … [Read more...] about How to Batik with Glue: Resist Fabric Painting for Kids
Crocheted Tutu for Dress Up
Fairies, princesses, queens and little girls all have one thing in common they all love big fun tutus. My girls have always loved playing dress up and using their imagination. I always encourage all my kids to use their imaginations. Having a costume or something they imagine with makes it that much more fun. My youngest daughter has inherited most of her costumes from her older brothers and … [Read more...] about Crocheted Tutu for Dress Up
Safety Pin Star Design Sweatshirt
When it comes to craft supplies, safety pins are some of the most underrated inventions. After all, they're insanely functional. Just ask any DIYer! When they're used in a certain way, safety pins can also be pretty stylish. Take this $168 star studded pullover by Free People, for example. It uses safety pins as embellishments to create a sparkling design. Luckily, safety pins are ridiculously … [Read more...] about Safety Pin Star Design Sweatshirt
