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DIY Reversible Petal Skirt (Free Pattern)

Summer always reminds me of my mom’s blooming rose garden, which is where the inspiration came from for the DIY Reversible Petal Skirt. I wanted to make a skirt that was light and airy like a rose, but could keep up with an active little girl. She can easily put this over any outfit, even… Read more »

Snacks for Kids + Recipes

Sometimes it’s hard to keep the pantry stocked with hungry kids around, try these four-minute homemade potato chips for a quick snack. Bake soft pretzels and make sunbutter to dip them in. If you have lots of activities, a homemade hot pocket is a great choice for a more substantial snack that will last until… Read more »

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Plus Sign Quilt Square

The Swiss Cross, or “plus sign” for us simpletons, is everywhere right now and we are loving it’s bold graphic style. Here is a throw pillow that we designed in the studio. If you are a new quilter, this is a fun beginner project. Make a pillow like we did here or stitch up a… Read more »

How to Sew a Jersey Knit Dress 2 Ways (Free Pattern)

I mean, really? Could these be any cuter? Vanessa, from LBG Studio, sewed up these comfy jersey knit dresses for her daughter and is here today to show you how. Her version of a jersey knit dress comes with two different variations – with pockets, and with a tiered skirt (like our Layer Cake Skirt)…. Read more »

Hot Air Balloon Baby Shower

Classic hot air balloons are definitely a favorite of ours, so much that I have a hot air balloon tattoo, Jaime has gorgeous vintage hot air balloon paintings in her home, and Jacinda has an awesome hot air balloon cake mold from the 80s. When we saw Mandy’s beautiful Hot Air Balloon baby shower on… Read more »

Two T-Shirt Nightgown Tutorial

The name says it all for this adorable nightgown tutorial. We’ve made nightgowns out of pillowcases before, but a two T-shirt nightgown will be a first. Kristin, from Skirt as Top, came up with these snuggly sleepers and is here to tell you how to make them yourself. I think next I’m going to have… Read more »

Last Minute Valentine’s Day Crafts, Treats, and Printable Valentines

Start your Valentine’s Day with Heart Lace Crepes or Sweetheart Scones. Make a Heart-Shaped Wedge Salad with Bacon Hearts for lunch. While we’re on the topic of bacon, these Sea Salt + Maple Bacon Chocolate Hearts can be made tonight and are ready for the morning. Use your heart molds to also make Raspberry Mint… Read more »

My New Years Resolutions (or How I’ve Maybe Set Myself up to Fail in 2013)

Resolution 1: Become a more skilled and patient baker. After three long weeks, Scarlet is back in school and I’m back to work. Luckily I can do things like bake all day and call it “work.” I’ve always been more of a “cook” and less of a baker, because I have neither the patience nor… Read more »