Easy DIY Zipper Pouch

Several months ago I share this post on another site.  So it is time to show here.  I am sharing a simple Zipper Pouch you can make in 30 minutes or less. They are perfect for a small gift, holding small things in your purse or for toys for the kiddos! 

Easy French Door Window coverings with Command Strips

I have 2 sets of French Doors in my house. Both have a bay to add some depth to the room.  But with that depth comes a whole new problem. The cost of getting window coverings.  Have you seen the prices for window treatments for bay windows, let alone doors. I searched high and low for window treatments and cam up with nothing.  

In my mind that means, come up with my own solution.  

So I did.  I cam up with this easy to make solution for under $50. Much better than the $400 alternative. 

Easter Buddies Sewing Pattern

I know Valentines isn't over yet but it is never to early to start sewing for an upcoming holiday!  Easter is just around the corner.  This year make your kiddos there very own Easter Buddy! 

Super Hero Dress Ups and Costume

 

A few months ago I hosted a yard sale for a Youth Fundraiser.  One of the donations was a simple super hero cape made by a neighbor who had passed away.  Her family were cleaning out the house and decided to donate the old dress ups.  I was totally intrigues by the simplicity of these capes and just had to recreate them in an updated version.  So I began figure out the designs I wanted and how I would put them together.  So today I will share how I made the basic cape and over the next couple of weeks I will share the individual images I made for each super hero. So First up is Spiderman!

I will start with the basic cape that is used for all versions.

Floral Cluster Sash

 

A Few weeks ago I posted this over at the Ribbon Retreat.  It is a simple way to dress up a simple dress for any holiday!

I love making my little miss a new dress for the holidays but sometimes I just done have time.  So I buy a new frilly dress from Costco or Sam's Club and personalize it a bit.  So whether you buy a dress or make one you can make it fancy with just a few flowers!

A-Z Series with the Ribbon Retreat

Hurry, hurry...the school bus is coming! Grab your lunch box, your back pack and those good lookin' school smiles because the bell is about to ring! Can you believe that in just a couple of weeks, school is starting and our kiddos will be out the door racing to the bus, skipping to their brand new classes, running around with their friends at recess and meeting their new teachers? Crazy!!! This time of year brings so much excitement...including new school supplies, new clothes and super cool shoes (that of course make you run faster and jump so much higher!) and don't forget new teacher gifts that requires our creative minds and juices to run wild! Speaking of...have I got a surprise for YOU! I can't even wait!!! This month we have creative minds and juices running more than wild!!! All of August we are going to brush up on our alphabet skills creativity at it's finest with 26 of the MOST creative and FABULOUS ladies I have ever met! I have teamed up with these blogger buddies to bring you the funnest series ever!!! We are celebrating the alphabet one letter at a time Back To School style!

   

Here's how it works. Starting tomorrow, these lovely ladies are going to be getting crafty with their assigned letter of the alphabet! Their homework assignment was to come up with and to create a super awesome project that celebrates their letter. One day at a time, these innovative ladies will share their letter project with us, right here, front and center!! I can't even tell you how much fun this is going to be!

   

Are you ready for the letter line-up? Hold onto your hats! "A" - Amber, Crazy Little Projects "B" - Becky, Patchwork Posse "C" - Christine, I Dig Pinterest "D" - Amy, Ameroonie Designs "E" - Bev, Flamingo Toes "F" - Kim, Seven Thirty Three "G" - Kimbo, A Girl and A Glue Gun "H" - Meredith, Wait Til Your Father Gets Home "I" - liZ, Simple Simon and Co. "J" - Sky, Capital B "K" - Emily, The Benson Street "L" - Adrienne, Free Time Frolics "M" - Michele, The Scrap Shoppe "N" - McKenzie, Girl Loves Glam "O" - Janica, JaniJo "P" - Melanie, Find it, Make it, Love it "Q" - Elizabeth, Simple Simon and Co. "R" - Michelle, The Ribbon Retreat Blog "S" - Mandy, Sugar Bee Crafts "T" - Natalie, The Creative Mom "U" - Becky, U Create "V" - Kami, Sweet Charli "W" - Terra, Mama Says Sew "X" - Jessica, Running With Scissors "Y" - Lisa, Mabey She Made It "Z" - Jaime, Everyday Art

Wow, right?!? This is going to be spectacular and full of yummy creative goodness! So get those rulers out and your scissors sharpened because you are going to need them! Your assignment??? Make sure to check in every day of every week in August, Monday - Saturday, to help us celebrate and learn more about our alphabet and how these incredible ladies transform their letter assignment into pure crafty genius!!! And...what is an awesome series without an awesome giveaway??? Hehe...don't you worry because this series is totally jammed packed with inspiring creativity and an INCREDIBLE giveaway too!!! But, you are going to have to be a little patient, because the giveaway won't come until a little later, so stay tuned and make sure to check back every day!!! See you tomorrow class, where we will learn all about the letter "A"!

   

Happy Creating & Happy A-Z Series!

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Drop Waist Lace Dress

 A while back I saw a drop waist dress that I loved.  I cost way to much money and I wanted it a different color. I have always loved the 20's drop waist style. So I made this fun drop waist lace and tricot skirt.

Frozen Inspired Elsa & Anna Aprons

Around our house we are total Frozen fans.  We have had a frozen party, watch the movie dozens of times and we must have an Elsa braid everyday. So when Rachel asked me to participate in a month of Disney I knew exactly what I wanted to do.  So I whipped up these darling Anna and Elsa Aprons for the little miss! 

Tag Along Tote Update

I have totally been slacking off this week.  The kids are finally out of school and We adopted 2 puppies from the local shelter. Yes I am crazy! So in all my free time I whipped up a tag along tote for one of my kids teachers and got the photos taken for the updated!  So click on the link and it will take you to the original post for this adorable, roomy free tote bag pattern!  I have adjusted the size, strap attachment and dimensions for a better bag! Enjoy!  

Tag along toe bag and instructions! 

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Alex Boye' "Let it Go" Inspired Winter White Sunday Dress

Several weeks ago we found a a music video online with the song "Let it Go" from Frozen, with the voices of Alex Boye' and Lexi Walker. My daughter became obsessed with the video and song.  I think every girl is!  I was more obsessed with the dresses the little Power house singer was wearing. I literally stayed up looking online for the two dresses. My husband just sat and laughed at me.  He finds my crazy funny.  But he knows once my brain starts looking it can't stop until I find what I am looking for.  I found the black and gray dress in the price range of $150. The cream one I couldn't find.  So I decided to make it myself.  So here is my take on the beautiful winter white dress Lexi was wearing in the music video.  A simple and Elegant winter white dress.

Easy Sew Easter Tote DIY

This year for Easter I thought it would be fun to make the kids an Easter Tote.  Its big enough for Easter Egg hunts, a fun toy or outfit and nothing falls out.  Then I found these adorable grocery bag fabrics at Joann's. The fabric was so cheap only $2.99 a yard. Adorable colors perfect for Easter.  I decided I would personalize each of them with a cute image.  I love how these Easter totes turned out.  My kids love them!

Anthropologie {Knock Off Skirt} Tutorial

While searching for a skirt to make for a client I came across this skirt from Anthropologie.

The original skirt is over $100.  Not really in the price range. She also wanted white lace instead of black. So it was my job to recreate it.  I love the classy look with a feminine touch of lace.

Lace Sweatshirt DIY

After viewing this post from One Little Momma.  I am not really into the lace thing myself but for my little miss, Oh yes!  So I found a couple of cute sweatshirts for her and I was on my way.  I thought it would be fun to give her sweatshirts a little something more.  I just love how they turned out.  Perfect for my little miss!

Super Hero Cape {Riley Blake Designs}

 

A few months ago I received the new Riley Blake Designs Catalog.  I saw these capes and knew I needed one for my little guy.  I was so excited when RBD told me they would send me out a few to try and share with you. 

RBD will be releasing these beautiful panels later this month. They come in 3 colors. See them below.{even the girls can play along}

This is one of the coordinating fabrics. I think I need a project just for this fabric. Maybe a cute Neck Tie??? I love it!

Each panel comes with written instructions, a cape (one side), wristbands, waistband and mask. To complete the project you will need 3/4 yard coordinating fabric for back of cape, hook and loop tape, elastic (for mask) and a small amount of felt or batting for the accessories.

If your are new to sewing or want to start this is the perfect project to get started with! Just a few straight lines and a little zig zag stitching!

RBD will also be releasing Princess capes.  Perfect for your pretty princess. 

Be sure to get these before they are all gone. They will make perfect gifts for Birthday's or Christmas. Check out the Ribbon Retreat online to purchase these adorable capes or anywhere Riley Blake is sold!

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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.