I tried a couple new things with this project: covering the elastic to make the skirt look a little more polished and adding a lining to avoid any see-through/clinging issues the fabric may have. Start with an outer layer (I used a vintage striped sheet which, like a lot of vintage fabrics, definitely required a […]
craft
6.15.11
Animals Font
I found this free animal font on Pinterest and now I can’t stop thinking about all the things I’m going to make with those perfect animal stencil shapes. My first was this freezer stencil whale tee below: I make a lot of freezer stencil projects. Would you like to learn how? Find my instructions here.
craft
6.8.11
DIY: Tissue Paper Votive Holders
We have a community garden next door that is perfect for hosting parties (like this one) when it’s warm. I made these flower candle holders from tissue paper to try to dress up otherwise boring battery operated votive candles. Would you like to see how I made them? I’m sharing this really easy summer craft […]
craft
6.7.11
DIY: Sewing A Turban Twisted Scarf
Last week I showed you how to tie a scarf into a summer turban, and today I’m going to show you how to make your own turban twisted head scarf with a snap in the back from your favorite fabric. You won’t have to worry about twisting and tying a scarf each time, you lose […]