Dolly Creates: January 2014

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Valentine's Day Banner

This isn't even a tutorial because, well, the picture shows us all we need to know. I saw some really cute ideas on Pinterest, so I incorporated those ideas and came up with my little banner. The little "flags" are 3 1/2" wide by 4" tall. I made my own template, and yes, I AM proud of myself, since my talent with paper and scissors is non-existant. The paper is from a little square pack of scrapbook paper from Meijer, and the hearts are just construction paper. Easy? Definitely. I really like the look though - it's valentine-y without being all crazy red and pink.

Meanwhile, I'm still racking my brain trying to come up with a Valentine's wreath.

Thanks for stopping! Come back soon for some tutorials.

Friday, January 17, 2014

Unfinished Friday: The Easy Bib

Sounds like a really great title, eh? Well, the fact is, the project is almost finished. All it needs is some velcro and some knot-tying.

I snagged this cute pink polka dot flannel at Walmart, of all places, for $1.85. It was in the remnants bin, so I figured I might as well grab it. As it turns out, it's soft and fairly decent quality, even after washing.

I dug out a bib that I liked, traced it, sewed, and out came this bib.

It is just a tad crooked and uneven, but hey, what do expect when you're hurriedly sewing with no lights on? I was in such a hurry, I had no time to turn on the lights. In any case, with some lights on and a little more precision, this will be perfect. The double layer of flannel is the perfect thickness, makes it reversible, and oh-so-soft! I can't wait to make some more. Hint: I got some Riley Blake chevron AND some elephants.

I'll have the tutorial up in a few days. Meanwhile, happy crafting! Thanks for stopping by!

Tuesday, January 14, 2014

I Made That! Thursday #16

Hey everyone! Welcome back (finally!) to I Made That! Thursday! I know it has been FOREVER since the last one, but we can fix that problem! Link up all of your beautiful crafts and creations! Thanks so much!

Monday, January 6, 2014

Snowed In!

The weather outside is....frightfully delightful! Wind chill of -45, therefore we aren't going outside much. Yesterday, however was a different story.

We're pals.

40 mph gusts today made for some beautiful drifting!

Just chillin'.

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