Turn his drab old shirt into a cute tunic!

What can you do with that old button-down shirt he doesn't wear anymore?  Make a cute tunic or dress!

This was my first attempt at upcycling a men's shirt, and it came out so much cuter than I had hoped!  The hanger does not do it justice, I really must post another pic.

Tutorial to come soon!
 

Past Projects

 

I made this pillow in summer 2009. I love the ruffles! This was a quick and easy pillow to make.

Past Projects

 

These pillows were a project I completed in 2009. When I say completed what I really mean is that these pillows are done, but their twins are laying around sad and unfinished. I really must get on that!

Personalize your fridge magnets!

 

This project was very easy and enjoyable to do!  It is a great way to add your own flair and personal style to any magnetic surface in your home or workplace.

Time: 10 minutes

Cost: $13

Supply List:

 Staples Magnet Sheets

A printer

Scissors

Photos or images

I have only used one sheet of this wonderful magnetic paper.  I am giddy with excitement, thinking about all the possible uses for these customizable magnets!  Next, I will be printing out some of my favorite family photos for my fridge.

Pajama Pant Challenge: Item #3

I used the fabric and elastic from my pajama pant to make this simple and quick headband.  The bow was recycled too! (In a former life, that gray ribbon was the handle on an Ann Taylor Loft shopping bag.)

Challenge accepted!

One pant leg down, one to go. So far I've completed two useful items: a yoga mat bag and a cute cover for my day planner.

For the yoga bag, I used the drawstring from the pants as the strap.  The hem at the bottom of the pant leg was just too cute, so I used it as the drawstring enclosure.

On my book/planner cover, I added a simple embellishment using cute polka dot ribbon. 

Now time for more brainstorming... What else do I want to make?

Challenge:

Create as many cute and crafty things as possible out of one pair of pajama pants.

Easter Egg Springtime String Lights

Last week, Spring seemed to finally arrive.  The weather had been toying with our emotions for well over a month, but Spring finally made its grand entrance and showed Winter who's boss!  Yeah! Go Spring!

The trees bloomed over night and the birds just won't stop chirping (not that I'm trying to stop them).

With my excitement about the appearance of spring combined with the absolutely beautiful weather we have been enjoying, I decided to make a simple Easter themed craft.   This one is cheap and easy!  It took me about 15-20 minutes to construct these super cute Easter egg string lights.

Cost: $2

Supply List:
A string (or strings) of small white holiday lights
Plastic Easter Eggs (I found the bright colored ones look best)
Drill and 1/4" drill bit
Safety goggles/glasses/sunglasses... protect those eyes!
Clear tape
Scissors
Electricity
Your Hands

Construction Instructions:

1. Open your eggs and place them flat ends down.  Carefully and slowly, hold the egg firmly to steady and drill a hole into the top end of each Easter egg. 
2. Once all of the holes are in place, use your scissors to cut a line from the middle (flat end) up to the hole.  Cut carefully, quick snips end up chipping/cracking the eggs.
3. Insert the egg onto a light through the new opening we just created.
4. Realign the top of the egg where we made the cut, and place a piece of tape on the cut on the inside of the egg.  This will hold the top together again so that the egg is able to pop closed like normal.
5. Continue process until each light is covered with an egg.
6. Plug in to your electrical outlet and enjoy!