The New Home Ec
When it comes to kids summer fashion there is nothing quite as cute as a little one running around in a romper. They are cool and breezy, easy to put on and don’t get in the way of trying to scale the tallest trees. For all you new sewing mamas rompers are a great beginner project because they are basic and quick to make. Hardest part is deciding which one of these 7 Summertime Romper Tutorials to get started on first…
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With Memorial Day weekend closing in on us, it’s time to bust out the red, white and blue! I always love the burst of stars and stripes that pop up over the holiday weekend as people welcome summer with open arms. Want to add a little patriotic flavor to your decor or your bbq this weekend? Here are 10 red, white and blue ideas for Memorial Day!
I wanted to record the process of making a handmade knit dress…..so I made this time lapse video to show the measuring, cutting, silk screening, ironing, sewing and packaging…..all cut down to just a few short minutes! A little behind the scenes…..hope you enjoy it!
View the video after the jump!
Adding ombre to your home is a beautiful and stylish way to brighten up any room. All you have to do is pick an object, pick a color and let the gradient painting begin. I’m especially a fan of the coral and mint ombre, but I really feel like it can look stunning with just about any color. What is your favorite color to ombre? Give your home a color makeover with these 8 DIY Ways to Bring Ombre Into Your Home…
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I’m guessing you’ve probably heard of feng shui before. But I’m also guessing there’s a good chance, that while intriguing, it’s always seemed a little too complicated to pay much attention to, right? You’re not alone. So what’s the feng shui hype all about? Based on ancient Eastern philosophies, feng shui is a series of guidelines intended to help create a sense of harmony and balance to promote positive energy within your surroundings. The principles can be pretty complex, but I think all of us can agree that we’d love for our homes to feel more restful and at peace. Luckily, it’s a cinch to start working simple feng shui practices into your life — so today I’m sharing a handful of little ways to feng shui your home! And, I promise, it really is easy.
We are halfway through the softball season, and things are about to really heat up! We’ll have more games each week, as we attempt to squeeze in the rainouts. We’ll have more practices, as the teams prepare for tournaments.
That means, I have to be more prepared than ever to stay out of the drive-thru on nights filled quick dinners, on the go foods, and unusual meal times. It’s all too tempting to pickup dinner or order a pizza when the busy schedule gets away from us.
Instead, here are 7 ways to put dinner on the table quickly, for a lot less money:
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Getting ready for those summer road trips? Cut down on the “Are we there yet??” question with these awesome travel game ideas for kids of ALL ages — from detailed packing lists and printable worksheets, to easy-to-make games and ways to make the time go faster.
You’re sure to find at least one tip you can use to keep little hands busy on the road: check out all these great ideas after the break!
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