Month: August 2015

Super easy laundry room clothespin art tutorial.

Metallic Clothespin Art

Are you ready for a simple project for one of the most neglected areas of your house? The laundry area! I shared this clothespin art over at Made from Pinterest a couple of months ago, so its time to share it here. And you get a sneak peek of the laundry area of Mabey Manor so […] Read more…

Mabey Manor front entry reveal.

Mabey Manor: Front Entry Reveal

There’s nothing quite like a first impression, right? The first impressions of Mabey Manor were pretty bad. You can see how dreary and run down the house was in this photo. The door still has “abandoned” stickers on it, you can see the shoddily painted floors, the wood paneling, and the barren living room. What you […] Read more…

You won't find a cuter tunic than this one! I would dress my little girl in it every day if she'd let me. Maggie Mae tunic sewn by Mabey She Made It

Back to School with the Maggie Mae

As you probably know, we recently moved into a house after being in limbo for a month and a half (in which time my sewing machine was boxed), and we moved in one week before my Saige started Kindergarten. So amid unpacking, registering her for school, getting groceries in the house, and all the other […] Read more…

Make this simple kimono cardigan in 10 minutes! Click here to see how.

10-Minute DIY Kimono Cardigan

Have you noticed all the kimono cardigans that are so popular right now? Why not make one for yourself with a $5 scarf and about 10 minutes. This would be so pretty in a silk floral scarf! I’m bringing this post home today from Pretty Provident, where you’ll find me again today. Enjoy! Hi, I’m […] Read more…

Mabey Manor Hallway Reveal

Mabey Manor: Staircase Remodel

Welcome back to the Mabey Manor tour! I’m revealing all the changes we made to our home one room at a time. I’ve already shared the girls’ room, the master bedroom, the nursery, and the upstairs bathroom. And while it may seem strange, I’m really excited to show you the staircase remodel today. Yes, the hallway. […] Read more…

Turn a peasant type raglan into a fitted shirt with this clothing refashion. Ruffled Raglan Refashion by Mabey She Made It

Ruffled Raglan Refashion

Last month I got to be part of Refashion Month at House of Estrela, and I really enjoyed creating this top. My mom had a bag of clothing ready to be donated, and I found this shirt in the pile. I wasn’t a fan of the shape, but the fabric itself was so pretty and […] Read more…