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Category Archives: Crafty Corner
Homemade Wire Mesh Birdfeeder
Have you ever seen those wire mesh birdfeeders at the home improvement store? Well, a couple of years ago I came up with an idea that I could make my own and it has been a hit with the birds in our yard ever since. This is how I made a 2 foot tall bird feeder. Materials: wire mesh fencing (we used fencing that was 2 feet tall and has a mesh size of about … Continue reading
Quick Personalize Wooden Monograms
Every Christmas I like to give each one of my children something I made special for them. This year I was extremely busy with many work projects so as Christmas approached I found myself short on time but not short on ideas. While browsing our local Hobby Lobby I found white painted letter monograms on sale for 50% off. Then the wheels began to turn. I headed over to the scrapbooking section and perused the … Continue reading
Homemade Powdered Laundry Soap
I have had several folks ask how we make our laundry soap. While there are tons of recipes out there, I chose to make powdered laundry soap for the ease of preparation. I usually stock up on the supplies for making it because, for whatever reason, I can’t find one grocery store that carries all the supplies. I have to go to a couple of different stores to find these everyday supplies. Ingredients: 2 … Continue reading
Free Craft Pattern Site
If you have been following my blog for any time you know I love to craft. While looking for some inspiration for a quilling project I have in the works I stumbled upon a site that I had bookmarked but had long forgotten about. It’s called Craft Creations.com. I think it’s actually a craft supply store but they have a really unique selection of free patterns. I wanted to pass this one on if you hadn’t … Continue reading
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Flashback Friday & Sew Crafty Friday-Scarecrow Family
A recent project brought to mind a fall many years ago. My oldest son and I had decided to create a fall display representing our family. We gathered old clothes from each family member and set to work. We made scarecrows to represent my husband and the 2 boys. When we made my likeness we included a slightly larger belly because that year I was pregnant with my daughter. We received many a comment from … Continue reading
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