This week Annabel asked me to make her some jewelry. “Something with colors that is very beautiful, Mommy.” Aye, aye, Captain. I’d seen a necklace like this one on a few different kids’ clothing sites and knew it would be simple to make – and it wouldn’t carry a $15 price tag. It was even…
Knotted Fabric Necklace And Bracelet
March 19th, 2014Comments: 18
Easy DIY Reversible Bibs
March 5th, 2014Comments: 19
I was looking over all the fun accessories I’ve been making for Annie and myself lately, and I started to feel bad that I hadn’t made anything for James. Don’t get me wrong, he really rocks a wired scarf, but I wanted him to have something just for himself. I am nowhere near being able…
No-Candy Valentine: You Deserve A Hand (Clapper)
February 5th, 2014Comments: 46
At the beginning of January, Annie’s preschool made the switch to non-edible treats to celebrate birthdays and other events. That was more than fine by me – there is a child in her class with a severe nut allergy, and I had a lot of anxiety about baking a cupcake that would be safe. For Annie’s…
DIY Faux Fur Cowl
November 13th, 2013Comments: 40
EDITED to add video at the bottom! A few weeks ago I was shopping for birthday gifts in Anthropologie when I came across a gorgeous faux-fur cowl. It was sooo soft and warm, and even though it was a bazillion degrees outside, I wanted it. I wanted it bad. Then I looked at the price…