30 Day Challenge Day: Four

Hello World!

 

Today's craft was not really a craft as something new I decided to try and have always wanted to but thought it was complicated. A fish tail braid. BUT its actually very simple. Find a you tube video.. I sujest Foxylocksextensions . She made hers super small to make it stand out more.. I didnt feel like taking the time so mine is a little thicker. While you are on her page you should check out other videos from her, she has a lot of makeup and hair tutorials!








Well here is my first attempt!

That is NOT my best side.. lol But thats how mine turned out..

Thanks for reading. See you all Tomorrow <3

30 Day Challenge Day: Three

Day 3

Todays project was for me to making a whelping box for my pregger dog Bailey. She is a yorkie and this is my first set up pups so I'm a little overly protective of her.

This box is where she will have her puppies and where she will nurse her puppies for the first few weeks.
I took a big box and cut off the top flaps.

Then I cut a square on the side for her to walk into. I made it high enough to hopefully prevent the puppies from crawling out, but low enough so she doesn't have to hop in and risk hurting a pup.

I am thinking about taking the flaps I cut off and cut 3  1 1/2- 2 inch strips and put them onto the inside. This is to protect the puppies for if Bailey lays down against the box the strips will stick out to help prevent her from laying on a pup that may be against the box. This is optional, just as I said. I am overly protective :)

To finish it off I bought some new bath towels and a comfy blanket in it to lay on.

And there you go. A simple (besides the optional part) whelping box for your pregnant pooch to relax in.

30 Day Challenge Day: Two

This project was sort of a "duh" for me. I have been searching stores trying to find shorts that are just the right length because all I see is brumuda knee length or short short booty shorts. I need something just in the middle. So after my third store trip it hit me. Why dont I just make my own?


Of course you can do the simple cut off jeans. But I sorta prefer some cuff. So make it a little harder and make my first shorts with a sewn cuff.
Supplies

Jeans
Scissors
Chalk/pen/pencil to mark
Sewing machine
Pins
measuring strip

Take a baggier pair of jeans ( I say baggier just because when you cut and fold it will tighten a little and I prefer my shorts a little loose, but this is up to you)  that you dont mind cutting up. Put them on and either take your measuring strip and try to mark your self or have a friend help you. its a lot easier and more accurate with a friend so you dont have to bend down to do it.

I marked the spot I would like the length to be on both out sides of my thigh
Marked the spot where I would cut and fold to get to my length (about 4-5 inches down from ideal spot) and then marked the inside of my thigh to try and keep the cut straight.
Take them off and cut.
Now on my first trial and error I took my jeans and just folded them where I wanted and sewn them all around. I didnt like how they looked afterwards (and on one leg messed up anyways)

So on this set I will fold a slight hem and sew that. Then fold up to my ideal hem spot and just sew on a few spots. A small section on the outside thigh and on the inside of the thigh.

I was done with one leg before I realized I forgot to take pictures.. thats why one leg is all ready done.
This picture is the pant leg layed out flat before fold





Next fold to make a hem. Pin and see.. I sewed close to the edge personally.. I am not an expert sewing so not sure which is the best to to do.. This was not the neatest job.. The pants are all old/too small so I am just using them as testers till I get a pair of jeans I really want to do this to. Thats why I am using black thread which I wouldnt on a pair I want.






Next Fold a hem again making sure not to let the thread peek out.. lining it up with your other pant.

Pin and stitch the outsides vertically.Do it on the outside of your thigh on one the front and the back and on the inside thigh front and back

30 Day Challenge. Day One

My first project is one I found that I didnt even give a second  thought to because I just HAD to do it. Glitter Flats! Have any old/ugly flats lying around that could use a face lift? This project is pretty inexpensive and will give your shoes new life.

I sadly forgot to take a before picture of my shoes because I just got too excited and went right for it. But they were just plain black shoes with a little black bow on the toe.

Now you can follow the directions on the original site here or just stay here and listen to my instructions. Either way its so easy ' a Cave man could do it'.

Supplies
Mod podge (this can be picked up at a local craft store or even Walmart. Its a little more expensive but its well worth it since you can use it for so many different projects)
Flats. Any color. Doesnt matter, the glitter will cover up everything you want it to.

Glitter

Spray Adhesive/ glue

Sponge brush or paint brush

Plastic or paper plate

Something to lay down while doing your project so not to get anything on your work station (new paper, plastic bag)

First pour some Mod Podge on your plate and mix with glitter. Use a lot of glitter, dont be stingy

Next start painting your shoes. I held the inside of it so not to mess up the painted parts. Coat it all on and let it dry. She said it took about 25 minutes for hers to dry, but mine took a lot longer and I never even let it fully dry in some spots before I started on another coat. So just let it sit and check back on it from time to time until you think you wanna coat again.

Now at this point, its looking pretty ugly. But dont fear! The mod podge will dry clear.

I did about 4 coats. Making sure all the black was covered up.

Once your last coat drys spray on your glue to secure it in and let that dry

And there you go! New and improved glitterific flats! Perfect for snazzying up any occasion.

I think these flats I will use for Christmas time and New years. But I will be making some more soon in different colors.

If you have any questions or just want to show off your work just give me a comment. I will be happy to help and see your finished worked! :)

My photos are not the best but they are a lot sparklier in person. Trust me :)

30 Day Challenge

Hello Blog world. Its been awhile... So I decided to come back with something fun. I love crafts. Crocheting, sewing, all things crafty really. Lol But... I have a problem with procrastinating AND giving up.

So decided to test myself with a little challenge. I will use Stumbleupon to randomly choose a craft to do for 30 days.
( ideally it will be one craft a day for 30 days, but if I do get lazy that means I would have to step it up and do 2 a day to make up for it)


I will Get started Monday. Need this weekend to gather any random supplies and such so I wont have any reason not to do my craft.

So lets see how it goes. Wish me luck! I will be posting pictures. Links and such when I do them.

Happy Valentines Day...Month!

I know I am two days late here, but why should we only celebrate a holiday on that one day. I mean who puts up their Christmas decorations on the 25th and takes it all down the next day? No we keep it up all month (or if your my family, start the day after Thanksgiving and keep it up till the New Year)

But anyways! Happy Valentines Month! Or Single Awareness!

And this lovely Valentines Was brought to me, to you by Jordan. Who by the way is having a valentine giveaway on her blog. Go check it out and show some V-Month Love!


So to start off, I am in two swaps this month. Love and Romance and Robots. Which I am excited about. I mean if you couldn't figure it out I am a little bit geeky on the inside and cute robots are a weakness.
I am almost done with my packages and I will take pictures and post them up here once my giftees receive this so as not to spoil the surprise. Also will do the same for their packages.Right now I'd like to share some amigurumi Cuteness I made!


Who likes mamegoma? I made this little guy for my January swap partner Holly. The pattern was for a regular seal. But to make him look more like the beloved mamegoma , when I was closing up his face I switched to a sea blue.And I didnt make the nose. Than added a cute face and (hard to tell in the webcam photo) Added some pinkish to his cheeks for the blush. I like he is pretty darn adorable for a first try! Want to make your own mamegoma? Click Here! Pattern is made by Suzy Alise.






This cutie I just loved! It was hard for me to give him away (he also went to Holly) I used the same blue as I did for the mamegomas mouth and it just looks amazing in person how bright and sweet he looks. Mr. Penguin is at a good home now and I will be sure to make a few more for my home! I am thinking a blue one again and a pink one too.. maybe lime green also? I just love bright colors! You can get this pattern for free from Lionbrand.com. All you need to do is sign up, which you should want to do with so many cute free patterns. Penguin Pattern


My next lovables will be posted soon with the love and robot theme. I may also make a few more in the spear time and will add them here for you to see.

Till then. xoxo

Etsy Round Up Part 2

So incase you didnt know. Etsy is pretty much amazing. So many great things by talented people. So here is my new round up of things that made me smile from Etsy.

First up is MouthyMitts with some amazing knits. These cute I [heart] nerd wrist warmers are a must have.Cute and detailed. Along with her cup cozy and other cute knits this is one of my favorite shops. Show off your nerd love with some knits from MouthyMitts

Next on my list is mymimi Who was a toy designer for many years until she decided to go independent. Her creations are so cute and well detailed. I seriously want to buy them all! Her pillows come to life. and with other kawaii items such as tic tac toe belt buckles and emoticon face pins there is really something for everyone. Child, teen or kid at heart adult. This shop is a must see for cute.

Another shop dear to my heart is TNZsculptures . She has many cute sculptures for a great price. Everything from Alice in wonderland, teenage mutant ninja turtles to tough cupcakes and "wiener dogs" very detailed and so cute. She does custom orders and I know you are just itching to ask her to make that perfect something to sit on your desk to watch your work.

The last on my list for today is alpinebutterfly and I have to admit it is pretty much just because of this cool recycled cat bed. I think it is the ultimate geek habitat for your favorite pet. And recycling is always A+ . This is super cute and will make any geek room chic.








I think I am starting to let my inner geek out with Etsy. But hey who isn't a little geek?