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Make a Valentine Card Using Recycled Security Envelopes

Invitations & Cards, Paper Crafts, Under $10, Under 1 Hour, Valentine's Day, Winter

Recycle a security envelope into a heartfelt Valentine's Day card with just a few punches and pastes. Years ago I saw a design*sponge post from derek & lauren that turned security envelopes inside out...Make a Valentine Card Using Recycled Security Envelopes... »
 
 

Handsewn Teabags Tied to Yummy Cookies

Cookie Recipes, DIY Gift Ideas, Recipes, Sewing Projects, Valentine's Day, Winter

Warm your sweetie's heart with this clever tea & cookies combo: Handsewn teabags tied to yummy cookies that anchor the teabag as it steeps. I came up with the idea while making tea with...Handsewn Teabags Tied to Yummy Cookies... »
 

 

Super Bowl Craft Idea: Make a no-sew football t-shirt or onesie

Baby & Kids, Fall, Sewing Projects, Super Bowl, Under 1 Hour, Winter

Make a cute football t-shirt or onesie for your little Super Bowl fan -- no sewing required! There are a lot of sewn and screenprinted versions out there (including my favorite, a Sports Illustrated...Super Bowl Craft Idea: Make a no-sew football t-shirt or onesie... »
 
 

Make New Year’s Eve Party Hats {free printable template}

Free Printable, Holidays, New Year's Eve, Paper Crafts, Under $10, Under 1 Hour, Winter

This New Year's Eve Party Hat free printable template is inspired by my clock-obsessed toddler, Elise. By request, I updated my 2012 hat for 2013 -- and it's a little bit larger too. Choose...Make New Year’s Eve Party Hats {free printable template}... »
 

 

Easy DIY Cookie Packaging in 5 Minutes

Christmas, Cookie Recipes, Decorations & Favors, Holidays, Under $10, Under 1 Hour, Winter

This post is sponsored by Elmer's and X-ACTO. Tis the season for making and gifting cookies. Elise and I are decorating sugar cookies for our friends and neighbors and we're going to package them...Easy DIY Cookie Packaging in 5 Minutes... »
 
 

Fuzzy bunny slippers from recycled felted sweaters for kids {free slipper pattern}

Accessories, Baby & Kids, DIY Gift Ideas, Free Patterns, Sewing Projects, Winter

Hop to it and make these cute little fuzzy bunny slippers from recycled felted wool sweaters to keep the kid in your life snuggly warm. This free slipper pattern features a cute little face...Fuzzy bunny slippers from recycled felted sweaters for kids {free slipper pattern}... »
 

 

Toasted Coconut Chocolate Valentine Dessert with Cacoa Nibs

Dessert Recipes, Edible Gift Recipes, Holidays, Recipes, Valentine's Day, Winter

While I've never been much of a Valentine's Day girl, I've always been a big fan of coconut and chocolate. I made these special treats by modifying a recipe from an Australian cookbook. //...Toasted Coconut Chocolate Valentine Dessert with Cacoa Nibs... »