Category Archives: Project Tutorials

Bling, Bling, and more Bling!

Posted on May 20, 2012 by

Do you like crystal designs on t-shirts, totes, or on pants? It seems that bling is everywhere. Some crystals can make a plan t-shirt look like a designer t-shirt. And, it is EASY… You can put the crystal wand in … Continue reading →

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E-Reader Cover Tutorial

Posted on May 4, 2012 by

I finally did it. After reading using the Kindle app on my iPhone for over a year, and my Droid before that, I broke down and bought a Kindle. Amazon was offering a great deal on refurbished Kindle Fires. So, not only … Continue reading →

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Adding pockets to pajama pants

Posted on April 29, 2012 by

A lot of blogs I read participated in the Pyjama Party online yesterday. I showed up a day late and made an old standby – McCalls 5248 pajama pants out of seer sucker. I wear my flannel pants all the … Continue reading →

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Easy Custom Tea Towel

Posted on April 28, 2012 by

I love having a towel hanging over my stove handle for spills or a quick hand dry. I made a quick and easy one to go with my home makeover using some scraps left over from the bolster pillow. So … Continue reading →

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Bolster Pillow Tutorial

Posted on April 26, 2012 by

I just made a new cover for an old bolster pillow that had been sitting in the closet for years. It was a fast and easy project! Believe it or not this was the best shot I could get because … Continue reading →

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Dog Bed Makeover

Posted on April 21, 2012 by

I absolutely love my dog. She is my best buddy and super assistant, but I’ll be honest. She has hideous taste in sleepwear. I buy her cute dog beds with shaping or cool designs and she just is not interested. … Continue reading →

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Easy Panel Curtains

Posted on April 20, 2012 by

I had a friend come over and teach me how to make panel curtains. I used hardware I bought  from Ikea that the curtains clipped onto, so I didn’t even need to make a pocket for a rod. The results … Continue reading →

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Kitchen Valance Tutorial

Posted on April 16, 2012 by

After my table cloth success, I decided I would make a little valance for my kitchen window. It changes the feel of the whole kitchen! I love it! And it looks great from the dining room, where the same fabric … Continue reading →

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Easy table cloth

Posted on April 15, 2012 by

I just made a table cloth that was even easier than I though! Ready to have your mind blown?   I think it turned out very summery and matches my pictures that were already hanging well. Would you like to … Continue reading →

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Baby diaper cover

Posted on April 14, 2012 by

I admit the diaper cover came out cute. I found a free pattern here, which was very easy to follow. However, this was my least favorite baby project. It was the elastic that turned me off on these. The pattern … Continue reading →

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