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Science & Sensory Play

Simple and Adorable Snow People Sensory Kit

For a friend's gift two years ago I came up with a quick play dough sensory kit featuring snow people and made extra for my own kids. We loved the premise and I figured I had to share it with you in case you're looking for something similar for yourself or as a gift too.

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Our Amazing Halloween Costumes: Ada's Carmen Sandiego

Last year Ada knew early on that she wanted to be Carmen Sandiego for Halloween and she didn't waver so when I decided to tackle costumes I knew that I needed to make it happen. Here's what I did to turn her into Carmen!

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Our Amazing Halloween Costumes: Zoey's Black Cat

Last year when I asked the kids what they wanted to be for Halloween Zoey thought about it for a second and then immediately told me a black cat. I'm so glad she did as I absolutely adored how her costume turned out! Check it out here.

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What I Made During the 2022 Sewing Challenge

Although this year I sewed much less I decided to still continue my trend of posting about it so here's all of my quick fixes, articles of clothing, and the kids' epic Halloween costumes.

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An Upgrade on My Girls’ Home Sewn Swimsuits

I sewed up some new swimming suits for my girls this summer and in doing so tried out a new way to attach the neckband.

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Learn How I Created a Captain Marvel-Inspired Emblem for a Skirt

A while ago I converted my daughter's grown out peppermint swirl dress into a fun twirly skirt. During the process I needed to cover up a slit at the top of the skirt and was inspired by Captain Marvel's logo.

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How I Sewed My Daughters’ a Simple Tooth Fairy Door Hanging

I hadn't planned to make something special but I also didn't want the possibility of the tooth fairy waking my girls up in the middle of the night and so this simple door hanging was created to hold their newly freed tooth and make the process so much easier.

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My 2021 Sewing Challenge: Skipped, Rejected, and Came Out Feeling Good

Although I didn't sew as consistently as previous years I did keep track of what I sewed through the 52 Week Sewing Challenge... if you want a recap or just want some ideas based on what I did here's my 2021 sewing overview!

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I Love My Reusable Fabric Gift Bags... That I Made Years Ago!

Back in 2019, right before Christmas, I sewed up some fabric cinched sacks to use as reusable wrapping paper for the girls. It was so easy to do and looking back I'm so glad I did! Here's how I did it in case you're interested in the same.

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How I Easily Altered a Too Small Peppermint Swirl Dress by Converting It Into a Skirt

Converted a dress into a skirt using the tutorial on the Candy Castle Patterns' website.

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My Daughters’ Mask Command Center and How I Made It

Are your kids starting school and you're wondering just how many masks they should have, how to bring them to school, and how to take them home? This is what I did and so far it's working great for me.

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Easily Identify Clothing With Fabric Markers Or By Your Fabric Choice

Do you have trouble identifying your children's clothing? Why not change them whether it's slightly or drastically! Here's what I've been doing over the last several years.

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Cool the Kids Down With a Simple Ice Pack

A couple weeks ago I bought some ice packs specifically to help keep the girls cool in bed during the hot weather. Whether you're currently going through a heatwave or planning for one in the future, you too may love the cooling presence of our frozen ice packs. Check it out here!

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52 Week Sewing Challenge in 2020... All Challenges Accepted!

Are you looking for ideas on what to sew? How about 52 ideas? I took part in the 52 weeks of sewing challenges on Facebook this year and not only did I sew something each and every week but I kept my submissions on topic! Here's an overview for you.

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Sew a Coaster - Perfect for a Last Minute Gift

Are you looking for a quick last minute gift before Christmas? Have you been looking for the perfect coaster? Here's my quick and simple coaster that you can make custom to your space and personalized to you or who you're gifting to.

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I Sewed Up Three Free Face Mask Patterns and Here Is My Takeaway

Are you sewing your own fabric masks? Over the last year I've ended up trying three different free mask patterns I loved each one for their own reason. I wanted to share them with you in case you're looking for new ones to sew up.

Apostrophe Patterns

Zoey's Simple and Updated Pumpkin Costume

Are you looking at creating a simple pumpkin costume? Last year Zoey wanted to be a jack-o-lantern but this year she chose to be a ‘pumpkin with no face’. Here’s how I made her dreams a reality.

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Quick and Simple Fabric Napkins with Your Serger

Are you looking for a simple way to replace paper towel at the table with something more reusable? I'd been meaning to sew up some napkins for a while and this year I finally hopped on it and made it simpler with my serger. Here's what I did to make my quick and simple napkins.

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Even More Peppermint Swirl Dresses

Are you looking to sew an easy pattern? Are you looking for a dress that wows? Whether you want to make a skirt or a dress this Peppermint Swirl pattern from Candy Castle patterns blows you away with the gorgeousness and twirliness. Have fun sewing it up.

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Theater or Concert Play Curtain

Does your child love putting on concerts or plays? Why not make a curtain that easily fits in their doorway! Works with the door open or closed, easily portable, and shouldn't leave marks if they grow out of it or you have to move out of your home.

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Simple and Washable Name Tags For Your Kitchen Table

Are you worried about your kids drinking out of the wrong glass? Why not create name tags so they can tell their glasses apart and you can easily move them around at will? Love that the kids helped design their own so they’re super excited to use them!

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Kids' Play Kitchen

Do you have a small table you're looking to upcycle? Are you wishing you had a kitchen set for your kids? Why not make your own? Here's what I did to make my kids their play kitchen.

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Quiet Book Page - Interactive Button Play

Are you looking for a new quiet book page design? I used buttons and fabric markers to create an interactive button play page. I made some mistakes along the way but wanted to share this to give you inspiration and learn from my mistakes.

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Patching A Hole In Your Lightweight Woven Garment

Have you burned or melted a hole in your lightweight fabric? Why not patch it up with a leftover scrap? Here's how I patched my lightweight chiffon camisole.

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52 Weeks Of Sewing In 2019

After finishing the 52 Week Sewing Challenge last year I decided to follow it again for 2019. It was so much better for me when I allowed myself to reject the challenges and actually sewed something(s) each week this year!