Category Archives: gifts

Hair Bow Holders

Miss Ellen’s mama is not into ruffles, frills, or anything pink. She’s much more suited to greens and browns. However, girly hair bow holders can easily be made in hues of green and brown. These are so simple and so practical – a perfect gift. Hair bow holders could not be easier. Simply buy some [...]

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Soft and Cozy Blankets

 I picked up these blankets for a STEAL at an end of season sale last year. You can’t find these blankets in the late spring or early summer, so I have learned to buy them in the late winter – before the wedding and holiday seasons begin. These blankets start at fifty bucks in the fall [...]

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Fabric Stash Buster Dress

Some projects take a ton of fabric. Other’s don’t. This one is a perfect stash buster. I just love this dress…It’s perfect for using all of your fabric scraps… but it doesn’t look scrappy. Some pieces of this (above) dress were re-purposed from two of my old skirts. The sewing pattern is here. I hope to [...]

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Embroidered Backpack

I picked up this backpack for 3 bucks. Yep. Three bucks. If I could have found twenty backpacks for the same price, I’d have bought them all, but alas, there was only one at the rock bottom price.  Catie’s mom is a big Tennessee fan, so I opt for all things orange in her regard. [...]

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Creative Kids need Crayon Keepers!

These are just too cute and too easy to make! They are a perfect gifts for active artists. Toss the crayon roll in the diaper bag, purse, or bookbag. Take to restaurants, doctor’s offices, and non-kid friendly places. Give them as birthday presents, party favors, or stocking stuffers. Want to make your own? Click here [...]

Also posted in DIY, frugal, patterns, sewing, sewing pattern, tutorial | 26 Responses
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