blogging: blogger resources, part one
imagine gnats has a new look!! earlier this week, i starting wondering if needed a fresh new look, and resistance was futile. after spending two days (ok, maybe three) sucked into the evil depths of...
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my crazy lovely girlie turned nine yesterday. and i'm feeling a bit sappy about it, so you've been warned.she has grown up so much in the last year, and yet some things haven't changed... she is...
View Articleblock printed napkins tutorial
*this is a sponsored post*it's that time of the year when holiday dinners are around every corner, and who doesn't want to spruce up the kitchen a little bit to celebrate? thanksgiving happens to be...
View Articlecrafting with kids: block printed apron tutorial
a block printed apron is a great project for kids who enjoy both crafting and cooking, and this turkey-themed version is perfect for helping with holiday dinners.to make your own turkey block printed...
View Articlesewing with kids: simple sewing pencil case
my girls and i got to meet Katie from The Red Kitchen last summer, so Kahlin was beyond excited when i told her that Katie wrote a book and she could pick something to make from it. Katie's book,...
View Articlesewing: add kitty ears to any hoodie
*this is a sponsored post* have i finally gone completely crazy cat lady, or do kitty ears make everything cuter? today i'm sharing how you can add your own oversized kitty ears to any hoodie for that...
View Articlethe meridian {for women} now available!
the meridian cardigan pattern for women is ready! this is one you'll want to wrap yourself up in and get cozy as soon as it's finished.available in women's size 2-20, the meridian cardi is easy-fitting...
View Articlefree printable: always be yourself
i love naps. i really, really, really love naps. it's possible that i might have asked for a nap one year ask for one every year for mother's day.recently, the girls said some funny thing about how dad...
View Articleshop news: sale!
happy black friday! take 30% off all fabric and patterns in the imagine gnats shop with code "turkey30".happy shopping!xo, rachael
View Articlefree printable: gift wrap and tags
the holidays always put me in the free printables mood, and i'm excited to share these "doe, a deer" gift tags and coordinating gift wrap that i designed with clip art from Prettiful Designs!the...
View Articlesewing: double gauze infinity scarf tutorial
when bolts of this nani iro double gauze arrived at my door, i just knew that some of it needed to be made into comfy, cuddly, cozy infinity scarves! and today i'm sharing the easy how-to for making...
View Articleround-up: free printable gift tags
i can't get enough of fun wrapping options, and there are so many fabulous free printables shared around the internet that there is no reason anyone's gifts should go without that special touch!some of...
View Articlefree printable: paper snowflakes
we enjoyed a crafty snow day around here yesterday, and after seeing all of the awesome star wars themed paper snowflakes being made (have you seen them? you can download templates for them here from...
View Articlegiveaway day: pattern bundle
wa-hoo!! it's giveaway day and i have two fun prizes to be won, so let's get started!the meridian {for women} . the bess topthe meridian {for kids} . the tumble tee . the roly-poly one lucky winner...
View Articlegiveaway day: fat quarter bundle
wa-hoo!! it's giveaway day and i have two fun prizes to be won, so let's get started!this sweet bundle of fat quarters is perfect for a quirky holiday project in pink and lime green. 10 fat quarters,...
View Articlefree printable: handmade holidays gift tags *plus giveaway*
i am excited to have not only a bonus third fun prize, but also another gift tag printable download for you!in the spirit of giveaway day, etsy shop Winchester Lambourne is giving away 10 clipart...
View Articlecrafting with kids: flashcard ornaments
kids crafts that be completed without a mess, in one attention span, and where most of the crafting is actually done by the kids... well, they can be kind of hard to find. and this time of year, when...
View Articlecool find: ecoQube desktop ecosystem
*this is a sponsored post*a week or so ago, i got an email from Eric of Aquaponics Filter about the ecoQube, and would i want to share about their Kickstarter project? and after learning about their...
View Articleround-up: DIY alternative christmas trees
1. PVC Pipe Tree from Martha Stewart, photo credit Eric Piasecki Photography2. Washi Tape Tree from Modern Parents Messy Kids3. String Art Christmas Tree from real living, photo credit Chris Warnes4....
View ArticleDIY: felt bacon and egg ornaments
could anything be cuter than a happy piece of bacon hanging on your christmas tree? possibly just some of mr. bacon's eggy friends tagging along! the felt bacon and egg ornaments are simple, quick, and...
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