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Updated 5/19 with better instructions for how to make a skirt out of jeans. If you've wanted to learn how to make a skirt out of jeans, this refashion is for you! Everyone needs a jean skirt in their closet--they're so easy to wear and back in style. Refashioning Jeans When I finally had… Continue reading How to Make a Skirt Out of Jeans
I don’t know what it is, but I love muslin. I especially love it ruffled and frayed a little. From this love came the Muslin Ruffle Dress. I actually made this dress when Saige was little, but it never fit her quite right. I realize now it was just too big when I was putting… Continue reading Muslin Ruffle Dress
You had to know that when I did an April Showers project that there would be May Flowers, right? This Vellum Flower Arrangement was something that's needed to happen for a while now--ever since we moved in December. Previously I'd made some cute little tissue paper flowers that I really loved. They were so cute,… Continue reading Vellum Flower Arrangement
Are you ready to take your basic skirt to another level? There are so many things you can add to or change to make a basic skirt a little more interesting. I have used this fabric before for a skirt for myself, and I really like that it's easy to care for and it doesn't… Continue reading Ribbon Gathered Skirt Tutorial
When Saige was little, I found a style of pants I LOVED on her and I bought a whole size run from 18 months to 4T. I love how they fit, and we've gotten such good use out of them--they still look fabulous now that Brynley has worn the smaller sizes. But something has happened recently--Saige… Continue reading Quick and Easy Basic Skirt Tutorial
I don't know about you, but I love the look of etched glass. It's fabulously subtle and classy at the same time. Whether it's on windows, mirrors, or in cabinets, I just adore how the etched design elevates the piece. I also love the idea of having your name on your pans so when you… Continue reading Glass Etched Bakeware