Tuesday, April 14, 2015

T-shirt Upcycle



This is such an easy,quick project!
It took me maybe 10 mins. 
I just cut the sleeves and collar off and cut strips on the end and braided/tied the strips together. On the white one I kept the sleeves because they were cute:) 
I used size 12mon for the butterfly one and size 4t for the cat one. And of course they were ones that were stained or something from my recycle box so no cost to me!:) 








Super easy and just right for my little girls!



Pikle copy cat cover

 So have you seen those cool In A Pikle bag things lately? They are super cool! But the cases are just not in my price range :S
I wanted to give a couple as gifts for Christmas so here's what I did.
I bought the pouch inserts and made my own cases! They now have a larger one I'd like to make as well for myself. I've seen where people have made similar things and used zip lock bags and just sewed them in the center. I did that with my test one only I still used the snaps to snap the bags in. I sewed several bags together then cut a hole where the snaps are. It works fine but just didn't look as nice. And the bags aren't as durable. I also thought of using clear zipper pouches and just punching holes in them which would work too. I could even sew I line only both sides of the holes so things don't slip out. I just haven't gathered enough pouches and its much cheaper to just buy the pikle inserts!
 Above: possible pouch option
Below: The Pikle inserts

 Above: My first version of the case (VERY rough!) I had the zip lock bags in there before but I forgot to take a picture!

Below: Another possible insert option for a bigger case

So here are my final, finished ones I did to fit the inserts. I didn't want much bulk and I put a little pocket on the outside,elastic on inside, found some stain remover pens at the dollar tree, put some band aids and such in there and wahla! Of course my idea wouldn't have been reality without my mothers sewing abilities so thanks mom for makingy vision a reality!
The inserts cost about $5 for 4 inserts so I got 2 sets and put 2 inserts in each which gives them at least 4 zipper pouches and I had leftovers to make one for myself :D








Anyway, I didn't sell these (and won't) but you could maybe do the same and have something custom to fit your needs! Enjoy!

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

FREE Frozen Potty Chart




 print this pdf!:)

All you need is this printable and some stickers or a marker! 
You could also laminate it or slip into a dust cover so you can reuse it for years to come!

This potty chart is for my 3 year old that knows HOW to go, but needs a little motivation.
You can use it in a few different ways. 
You can say once it's filled they get one big prize (I'm doing gymnastic lessons as a "prize" because that's what she really wants and she needs to be potty trained completely to go!). 
OR you could say after each week or day of being dry they get a sticker and a small prize like a candy or special prize. 
OR you can give a sticker for each day they go at least once in the potty (for beginners). 
OR really however you want!:)
Like I said, I made it for my older daughter who had to go all day without accidents to get a sticker and at the bottom she gets bonus stickers for being dry at night. I'll prob. make a different chart for night time training once she gets better at listening to her body in the day time. 

This printable was made for personal use only. Please do not copy or print any part of this printable for commercial sale or use! I love to share my printable's with everyone,but if you post on your blog, etc. please just make sure there is a link back to this post/blog. Thank you! You guys are awesome!

If you have any suggestions please feel free to comment and share below! 

Thursday, February 26, 2015

Tulle Hair Bow

My daughter wanted a hair bow just like the one on her dress. It just so happened I had the perfect purple Tulle I picked up on clearance a few years ago. And the button in the middle grandma just happened to have one from a sweater just like the one on her dress! You could just use a glue on rhinestone, but I wanted to get as close as I could.
I just rolled the Tulle in a long strip, the folded the raw ends in. You could glue it, but I just wrapped it with purple string in the center, then later I hand sewed the clip on which secured it more. Then hand sewed the button on. I don't much like to use glue with Tulle because I always burn myself or something.
Anyway, I think it turned out super cute!

Materials needed:
*Tulle--apx 12" x 20"
*Buttons, ribbon or other embellishments for center
*Hair Clip of choice
*Thread
*Needle
(Or hot glue if you choose to glue instead of sew)
*Scissors



Roll Tulle keeping raw edge in center at end
Then fold raw edges into center like below 



Sew or glue center together while pinched.
Sew or glue on clip to back and sew or glue on embellishment in center!

Tuesday, February 24, 2015

March 2015 Visiting Teaching Message Handout

Just click on the picture above to download and print the handout.
You can print on colored card stock to make it a bit sturdier and colorful or just print and staple on to a bag of treats! I'd love to see what creative things you come up with so please comment below!

Please feel free to print this pdf file for your own
personal use. They were created for private and nonprofit
use. Please do not sell or host these files
anywhere else.

Feb. 2015 Visiting Teaching Handout

Free Printable!


Click on the link or picture above to download and print this handout!

Please feel free to print this pdf file for your own personal use. They were created for private and non-profit use. Please do not sell or host these files anywhere else.

For those of you who forget until the end of the month like I tend to do!
I'll have March handouts out this week for those of you who remember what month it is before it's almost over!;) 
I always try and fill a full page and make them black and white so that it doesn't use up too much ink or waste half the page! You can print off on to colored card stock to add a little color or use a marker to color the border or just glue onto card stock. 

Monday, February 23, 2015

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Game Controller Wall Art Printables!

I figured I'd add a few guy printables to the list! 

FREE Game Controller 
Wall Art Printables!

Click on the image you want to download and print. 
It is on standard Letter size paper for easy printing and framing!

Game Controller-Multi Color


 Game Controller-Grey and Red

 Game Controller-Red and Blue

Game Controller-Play On

Birds on Bike Free Printable Card


Click the picture above to download and print the card.
I recommend printing on card stock for a sturdier card, but it's totally up to your creative mind! 
This would be great for Valentines, Anniversary, or just to send your love a sweet note:)
Please be respectful and not sell or reproduce this item for commercial use. 
Thank you and enjoy!



Tuesday, February 17, 2015

FREE Printable! Letter S

S is for Spring
FREE Pre-K Printable
Egg Hunt with 'S'


Click on the picture above to download and print the free printable!

Letter R Easter Printable

FREE 
Letter 'R' 
Easter Printable
Click on the picture above to download and print this free printable!
R is for Resurrection

Teach your child the letter R while adding a little lesson about what Easter is all about. 

Monday, February 16, 2015

Free Valentine Printable--Snap Crackle Pop!

FREE Printable Time!!

Snap, Crackle, Pop 
Rice Krispies Printable!


Click on picture above to open and print!

Instructions:
Just click on the picture above, print it out, cut out the one you want and tape or staple to a bag of Rice Krispy Treats or make your own heart shaped treats and put in a ziplock bag with this stapled to it! Enjoy!