Baby afghans are a great gift for expecting mothers or newborn babies. Large afghans that fit an adult can take several months or longer to create. Luckily baby afghan blankets are small enough that they only take a few weeks to complete. For this crochet baby blanket tutorial, I am using the extended single crochet stitch to…
Spring Flower Crochet Lovey Pattern
My latest crocheted project is a crochet lovey pattern made out of bright colors and a flower. Isn’t that what springtime is made from? Loveys are great for using up spare yarn or for a quick gift. For those wondering what a lovey is, think of it as a cross between a baby blanket and a stuffed…
Baby Photo Shadow Box DIY Tutorial
Use a unique printer’s tray-style wooden box to create a simple keepsake shadow box celebrating a new baby! This photo shadow box DIY project takes less than an hour to make, and the results are so precious you will want to make one for every member of the family. Dig into your scrapbooking stash for…
Wild Things DIY Nursery Wall Art
My boys are crazy about the Maurice Sendak book, Where the Wild Things Are, so when it came time to update their room with some wall art, my mind instantly went to this beloved classic. The process for making this reverse image Wild Things DIY nursery wall art is super easy but does require a…
Baby Shower Games: Don’t Say Baby Alternative
Some people love baby shower games and some people don’t. For those of us that love baby shower games, “Don’t Say ‘Baby’” is a classic. Traditionally, it is played with diaper pins. Each guest is given a diaper pin (or safety pin) to pin to their clothes, then instructed not to say “baby.” If they…
