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DIY Spring Welcome Mat

The birds are starting to sing again, days are getting warmer and there is a light green wash covering the trees and the ground. It must mean spring is just around the corner! This is a great time to brighten … Continue reading

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How to Make Wool Dryer Balls From an Old Sweater

Oh no! You reached for your favorite wool sweater and realized with heartache that the moths have gotten to it, and now there are holes. Maybe your treasured alpaca wool sweater has been unraveling, and you’ve been wondering what to … Continue reading

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DIY Photo Snow Globe Ornament

Who knew the whole time I was making these Photo Snow Globe Ornaments I’d be smiling? And, who knew “dashing through the snow” could be so much fun? This season, trim your tree with these “make and shake” personalized ornaments … Continue reading

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Homemade Cranberry Pepper Jam Recipe

This cranberry pepper jam not only made me smile with it’s beautiful holiday vibes and tastes, but it was so much fun to try some new low key photography, making the jam pop from a darker background. It’s a challenging … Continue reading

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How to Sew Perfect Pleats With a Fork

Who knew a common kitchen utensil would become part of your sewing kit? You’ll be wondering why you didn’t throw a fork in your bag years ago when you learn how easy it is to create perfect fork pleats using … Continue reading

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How to Turn a Candy Bag Into a Zippered Pouch

We aren’t sugar-coating anything when we say that you’ll definitely get a smile everywhere you go when you pull out this delightful zipper pouch made from a candy bag. Fill it with your keys, a card, a little cash and … Continue reading

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DIY Spider Web Pillow: One Minute Video

If you enjoy the change of the season with the cooler air, the autumn colors and the feeling of a little danger lurking around every corner, then you’re ready to start bewitching your favorite digs for Halloween. It could be … Continue reading

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Costume Week: There’s a New Sheriff in Town

It’s that time of year again! Time to pull out a few thrift store finds from the bottom of the pile and create a fun costume for Halloween. My motto is quick and easy these days so I kept it … Continue reading

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5 Amazing Autumn Sewing Projects

I don’t know about you but when the air gets cooler, the sky bluer and the leaves start to change, I get in the mood to create. Here are some fun fall project ideas to get you in the mood … Continue reading

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How to Fix a Hole or Tear in a Sweater: New One Minute Video

Oh no! You’ve snagged your favorite sweater, and now there’s a rip! What do you do? Do you have to give it away or – even worse – throw it away? Nope. We’re here to show you that fixing a … Continue reading

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