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Setting the stage for creativity and learning

If I lived in a giant house I would have a craft room where the kids could go crazy and whip up wonderful designs and inventions all day long. But I don’t. If I was Martha Stewart, I would have a perfect craft organizational system with color-coded bins. A place for everything, and everything in it’s place. But I’m not. Until recently, these two limitations had me stuck. If I…

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20 DIY Fall Wreath Tutorials

It’s rainy and cool here in Phoenix today. Fall is my favorite time of year because we can finally go outside to play. Except for this year because we have a major mosquito problem. For the first time ever, I am praying for the rain to stop. We are covered in bites, and it doesn’t matter what time of day it is or where we go, the mosquitos are everywhere.…

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Project Simplify – That Pesky Closet

It’s week two of Project Simplify and time to tackle that pesky closet!  I don’t know if you remember, but last year I organized my craft closet, giving it a makeover with storage items from the thrift store.  While I’ve done a pretty good job at keeping things in their place, I haven’t done very well at finding the right spot for anything new.  Hence, a bit of a mess. (Excuse…

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5 Minute Spring Wreath Tutorial for Underachieving Crafters

Last week my mom pointed out that the wreath on my front door was a little fall-ish and that I might want to get a spring wreath.  I thought that was a great idea, so Leila and I headed to the craft store.  I quickly realized that I wouldn’t get out of there for under $40 unless I made my own.  I skimmed Pinterest for ideas but OH MY GOODNESS…

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Don’t be afraid to cut out what’s not working.

I’ve been in a sewing mood lately.  With me, craftiness is an all-or-nothing endeavor.  Sew all day for a week or sew not at all.  I’ve been having fun making handmade birthday presents and baby gifts. And as much as I’ve struggled in the past with sewing anything other than a straight line, I even whipped up some skirts and a dress for Leila last week. She helped me measure…

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How to turn vintage fabric into art

I have a closet full of vintage fabric that I have collected over the years.  For the most part, I have used it to make and sell things in my Etsy shop.  Pillows, bags, cuffs, and other odds and ends. I love these fabrics so much for their texture, color and character.  I don’t want them to be hidden away in the closet any longer.  I want to display them…

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