Make a Wool Soaker For $2.00 Or Less
My Love-Hate Relationship With Wool Although there was never a time that I doubted I would cloth diaper my children, I have not always relished every second of it. Wool diaper covers have been the bane of my existence as a cloth diapering mother. Washing them is something I always procrastinate – mainly because it […]
Laced Hanger Tutorial
These are a tradition passed on from Hubby’s grandmother. She was a very crafty woman. She would set up shop every Christmas in a front room in her house and sell little handmade items and baked goods to the community. These were among her most popular items. Through the years she taught many people how […]
Thumbprint Felt Cookie Tutorial
This cookie design came about when I made the tea bags. Cookies and tea just make a yummy pair. These are fun to make, super easy and quick. Materials Needed: Felt in tan and red Needle and red thread Poly-fiber filling/stuffing Trace and Cut: 1. Find something circular that you can trace that measures about […]
Felt Tea Bag Tutorial
These felt tea bags at the Etsy store, Softie Cafe were my inspiration in designing my own pattern. I made these as part of Mrs. Sayuri’s friend, Bear’s, second birthday gift. I designed a “mint” tea bag and a “chamomile” tea bag. The idea for the chamomile tea bag developed because that is Bear’s favorite […]
Crepe Paper Leis
I learned how to make these from my mom who learned from her mom. My grandparents hosted luaus when my mom was a child and she and my aunt would help make these. Supplies needed: Crepe paper in rolls (or in folded sheets cut into 2 inch strips) Needle and Thread (I measured about 2 […]
