Ruffle Canvas Tote

Isn't this cute? 

I have to give credit to Heidi over at sew.craft.create. Found via pinterest, of course.  ;)

I've really been into ruffles these days, but can you blame me?  They make a plain ol' canvas tote into a cute, shabby chic bag.

Before....

After....

Meet "Big Baby"

Sister Baby.  Paci Baby.  Soft Baby.  Big Baby.  These are the names of a few of Callie's favorite baby dolls.  She named them herself.  Obviously.


Big Baby is Callie's #1 doll.  It was a hand-me-down from Callie's step great-grandmother (Brian's PopPop remarried in his 70's!).  Her hair is a bit unruly, ahem, to say the least.  

I knew that Callie would LOVE to have a matching outfit to wear with Big Baby.  And my mom had just given me some of Nana's old clothes, thinking that I could use the fabric for something.  It was more than enough to create these adorable matching outfits!  I'm thrilled with how they turned out!

I've never made doll clothes before, so this was a bit of a trial and error, and not exactly perfect.  But, definitely cute enough!

Take a peek...

Making old things new!

I just love making old things into something new!  Don't you?!

Here are some empty aluminum cans that I just couldn't bear to throw away.  They were just screaming, "do something with me!"

So I did.

I think they turned out cute, if I do say so myself!

And here they are in use on my bathroom shelf.  Perfect!

Decorative Door Hanging

It's almost June.  And I still had this on the front door.  Embarrassing, I know.

But not anymore!

Check out this personalized door hanging I painted!

Want to make one for yourself?  Here's how!

Materials:
Wood Plaque(s) - I used two.
Paint and Paintbrush - I needed 2 different sizes
Wood Glue
Ribbon

Paint the plaques in your desired shade.  I got one of those paint sets that had coordinating colors.  Let dry.  I had to apply 2-3 coats in some areas.

Here you can see the different steps in order.

Apply a clear varnish.  Remember to go outside for proper ventilation!  Allow to dry completely.

Add a pretty bow, and a strap to hang it on.

Hang it on your door, and admire!  So pretty!  This would make a great gift, too!