Mother's Day Gift Card Printable + {Be Radiant} Blog hop

This year is the Pantone color of the year is Radiant Orchid.  Not necessarily my favorite color but I thought it would be fun to challenge myself to use the color some how.  I joined with a few bloggers to present ideas and DIY to use the color in you everyday life.  Instead of using the color to add to my home I thought I would play on the words for something fun.  I created an easy to printable gift card holder for Mother's Day or just to say Thank You to someone special.  Pair it with a gift card to your favorite Spa, massage or nail parlor.  I mean what mom or teacher or friend doesn't love to get pampered.  her nails done or have a massage?  So clink on the link below and print one out for your Mother, Grandmother, sister, teacher, friend or neighbor. 

Leather Chevron/ Arrow Necklace and Earrings DIY

So lately I have been seeing leather jewelry everywhere.  One Little Mama has these amazing tear drop earrings on her site.  I was totally inspired.  I found this amazing silver leather at Joann's. ( It comes in copper and gold too!) And let it sit for a day or two.  Then I started thinking, what if I made it layered and or chevron.  So I went to work and came up with this fun, lightweight silver leather necklace.  

Neon Marquee Letters

Marquee letters are a trend that I absolutely love. You can find lots of tutorials on how to make them.   With Valentines approaching I wanted something with some color.  So I went to work. I checked out a few tutorials and started playing around.

This is my final project.

Painted Pull Back Cars {Kid Craft}

With summer in full swing I often find my kids bored to tears with nothing to do except watch T.V. and play video games.    So I love to find a fun craft for them that fits all ages.  So today I am sharing my painted pull back cars. We made these a while ago and my kids loved it.  They painted for an hour or so then spend the afternoon racing there cars.  A perfect activity when you are trying to beat the heat or stuck inside.  

Princess play Capes {Riley Blake Designs}

With Christmas in July at an end I wanted to share a product from one of my favorite companies.  Riley Blake Designs. They sent me there new Super Hero and Princess cape panels to try  out and share. My little Miss is obsessed with blue right now so of course I had to make the turquoise princess cape panel.

Dinosaur Quiet Time Playmat

Yesterday I posted my Lil' Traveler Race Track.  Today is the Lil' Traveler Dinosaur Play mat.  I found this post with Serving Pink Lemonade.  I love the little mat she made for traveling on the airplane or car and wanted to make one for my little guy.  I just never got around to it until I had my Race Car Mat idea.  Both of these mats are the perfect size for carrying around. Not Bulky and will keep your lil' guy occupied. Here is how I did it.  

Quiet Time Play Mat Tutorial

For the Vinyl version I used the layout from Serving Pink Lemonade but used iron on transfer vinyl from Expressions Vinyl. I just picked a few colors and went for it. (Note: When buying vinyl make sure you have a piece long enough to work.) I love this method.  I just cut everything out one night while watching my favorite show and the next morning I put it together. For the back ground I use 2 fabrics. One for the sky and one for the ground using equal parts.  Just sew them together and Iron.  Then finish the instructions in the play mat tutorial.

Vinyl Version

For the felt version I followed the same method except I really like having my felt sewn on.  So I sewed mine into place instead of ironing

Felt Version

Fold them up and you are ready to go!

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Mother's Day Round up- Gifts under $10

Need some easy DIY Mother's Day Ideas?  I have a few just for you!

Easy Layered Frames under $5

I love myself some fancy frames.  Finding them can be hard sometimes, especially in the right colors. I found these laser cut frames at Michael's and fell in love.  They are kind of hot right now.  I just had to do something with them.  Sitting next to them on the shelf were these I found 2 different sizes that would work together.  A 4x6 and a 3x3 size. Here is what you need.

How to cover a pillow with a Dishtowel DIY

I love finding  simple everyday things and turning them into something amazing.   Today I am going to share how to make a pillow cover with a Dishtowel.  This project was super easy ,cheap  inexpensive and makes an adorable throw pillow for a bed or chair. Making the pillow took me about 30 minutes, with minimal sewing. Not to mention it cost me less than $5.

Burlap & Tulips...Springtime Decor

I just love springtime! I love the colors, holidays and the thought of summer just around the corner.  Here in Idaho it is still cold. Snow on the ground and more snow is coming. It's just that time of year.  A little gloomy, muddy and grey skies. I need a little spring time decor. What better way to do that than to add some colorful flowers to my front door for under $10!

Modge Podge Photo Transfer {Vintage Sign}

I am so excited to share this new product to you today. I recently had the opportunity to try the new

Modge Podge Photo transfer.  After watching a video on the product, I was instantly in love. This stuff can turn any fabric, metal, glass or wood into a craft dream,  transfer any photo copied picture into a beautiful art piece.  After debating ideas in my head I decided on a sign.  I needed a great photo and spot to place it.  It's a good thing I have bloggy friends who love creative things in their homes.  Andie from MaybeIwill.com had the perfect spot for me.  Her little boys room was in need of a funky Vintage piece of art.  Here is what I came up with.

Business Card Holder DIY

This year I have the opportunity to attend 2 blog conferences. Build Your Blog with the  Six Sisters Stuff and Snap! In preparation to go I have made an adorable Business card holder.  I found a few online and they were not the right size so I made my own.

Pucker up Valentine Chapstick Lables {Free Printable}

Pucker up valentine Chapstick lables

 

I was shopping at an after Christmas sale and found some cute chapstick for less than a buck.  I bought a few for a birthday party favor.  Then had the idea to use them for Valentines. A fun little gift for a teenage daughter or girlfriend.  I made the labels to fit around a basic chapstick tube.

Fingerless Gloves DIY

I love finger less gloves.  I think they are cute and stylish.  I was perusing my local thrift store when I found some old sweaters that would be perfect for my project.  I found this sweater vest for $3.

Please Welcome {Brassy Apple}

Here to help kick of the week is Megan from Brassy Apple.  She is amazing.  I love this amazing costume she made for her daughter.  To see more of Megan check out here blog.  Brassy Apple was one of the first blogs I ever followed and read. I kind of have a crush on her.   I recently got to meet her and I love even more now!  If that is even possible...

Hello hello! It's Megan of Brassy Apple! Super excited to be able to share my DIY Halloween Costume with you! Want to find more from me?.....Check out my links at the bottom of this tutorial! Enjoy!!

supplies: 

2 pieces of foam core board

cutting tool - exacto knife/box cutter, etc

fabric(s)

spray adhesive

tape

fabric marker (optional) 

yard stick (optional)

pencil

elastic? 

hotglue

(Depending on how tall your daughter is will determine if you need 2 pieces of foam core or 1)

Step 1: Place the 2 pieces of foam core together on the ground/floor. Have your daughter lay on the boards. I lined up her waist with the bottom of the first piece so I could cut a top out). Don't trace around her arms. Just her shoulders and sides and down along her hips. You don't have to press hard with the pencil. This will give you an idea of where to draw the outfit and how wide to fit her. 

Step 2: DRAW the outfit! Give yourself a general outfit to follow and cut out. This part is all up to you! Puffy sleeves, no sleeve, blouse-y look, tailored, etc. Remember to add the TABS to give it the paper doll look!  You will need two TABS for the shoulders and a few around the bottom part of the outfit too. I used a folded post it note to trace so my TABS were all the same size. (It might be helpful to tape the 2 pieces together a bit to make the outfit a smooth transition) I also used my yardstick to make some nice straight lines for the skirt. TIP: straight lines are easier to cut than curvey ones.

Step 3: Cut it out. Remember the lines you drew will be covered up by fabric! My box cutter cut very smoothly and easily through the boards.

Step 4: Tape/Secure the two pieces together so the two pieces are more stiff and connected as 1 piece. 

Step 5: Pick your fabrics! Mix it up - keep it solid. Whatever you fancy is - go for it! Lay your fabric right side down and turn your foam board over. Trace and cut with scissors! A fabric marker is helpful to trace on the fabric. Once it's cut, place it on the foam core again to make sure it's a good fit. Trim as necessary. 

Step 6: GLUE! Follow the directions on the bottle of spray adhesive to apply your fabric. Let dry. 

Step 7: Embellish! It's fun to add layers for a more polished look. Just remember to add in FLAT layers - not dimensional. If necessary - photocopy buttons, trim, etc to add to your outfit. If you add a belt to the outfit cut it extra long so it can be wrapped around your daughter as a way to help hold the costume on. Or attach some fabric or trim to the inside middle of the outfit as a "belt".

Step 8: Using hot glue you can attach 2 loops of elastic near the shoulder area. Use your daughter as a measure of where they should be placed and how large. These loops will make the costume easy to slip on and comfortable to wear. Don't make the loops too big that the costume sags (the belt in the middle is a good back up to keep the costume in it's place).  TIP: we found we didn't need elastic loops so try the belt option first and see if it works! 

DONE!!! You can create a hair accessory in paper doll style as well to match your outfit if you'd like! Don't forget the TAB. It could easily be attached to a headband to wear! Finish off the outfit with leggings, tights, shoes etc!

TIP: don't make it too long because it can be a bit hard to walk in with the stiff foam board hitting your daughters knees....lesson learned! 

We don't want any trick or treaters falling over or having a hard time! 

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I hoped you enjoyed my tutorial! - Megan

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Thanks Megan and your adorable Brassy Blossom. I love your tutorial. For more costume and Halloween Ideas please come back tomorrow!  Don't forget to enter the Masquerade Ball giveaway.

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