by Nikki | Feb 10, 2012 | DIY, diy sewing projects
This is Joey, our 12 yr old Golden Retriever. On Sunday I decided my poor dog desperately needed a new dog bed. He had been using a play mat I made for my kids when they were little, and that was a long time ago! The zipper was broken and the foam was flat, so I...
by Nikki | Feb 4, 2012 | DIY, diy crafts, Fashion
Something I love to do is to take inspiration from outfit pictures and see what I can make myself. Here are some fashionable looks I love and am hoping to turn into some fun DIY projects. Cut out the collar and buttons from a shirt/dress and attach it to a strapless...
by Nikki | Jan 26, 2012 | DIY, diy crafts, Eco Friendly Living Tips
To upcycle is to take something you already own and turn it into something else! Basically it’s DIY but using things you already own. It’s very eco-friendly! I’ve been collecting a lot of upcycling projects lately and though I’d share them...
by Nikki | Dec 22, 2011 | Christmas
It’s time to wrap those gifts! I will admit, I was not creative with my wrapping this year. I used paper I had from last year and some cute bags from Target. I did use makeup bags for some gifts because it’s like two gifts and one and creates less waste!...
by Nikki | Dec 17, 2011 | DIY, diy gift ideas, diy sewing projects
Here is a really simple fabric gift bag you can make in around 5 min, as long as you have some basic sewing skills! I wanted my finished bag to be around 7″ wide x 8″ tall, so I cut a piece of fabric (I used hemp/cotton muslin) 15″ x 8″. I cut...
