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What Can You Make of It?

It’s juvenile, I know, but I think of the line from the old movie, “Airplane!” every time I fold a piece of paper. You know, when they hand him a map and say, “What can you make of it?” and … Continue reading

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Soul-Warming Russian Tea Redux

I’m always on the lookout for fun neighbor gifts, or a little something to add to a gift for friends. This delicious Russian Tea totally fits for either of those, and it’s a great treat for yourself, as well. I … Continue reading

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Secret Code Ornaments

When the hooligans were young, I began wrapping all of the gifts for each of them in the same paper, because, really, it’s ridiculous to put a gift tag on every gift for little ones. Back then, it was pretty … Continue reading

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Quick and Easy Tea Towel Apron

I make no excuses for my love of tea towels (also called dishtowels, but I’d rather clean up from a delicious afternoon tea than dry dishes…at least in my mind, I live a high tea kind of life!). And my … Continue reading

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Flannel Owl Handwarmers

Princess Thundercloud and I got our craft on last weekend, mostly because she has a gift exchange at her gymnastics party and handmade gifts were strongly encouraged. We came up with a cute and useful gift, though…Flannel Owl Handwarmers. To … Continue reading

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Kid-Made Nativity Platter

If you’re a grandma or godmother to my hooligans, stop reading right now, or risk a spoiler for your Christmas gift! For the rest of you, take a peek at these fabulous platters my precious angels made. (And, no, they’re … Continue reading

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Perfectly Simple Snowman Mugs

I’m sure, if you’re on Pinterest, you’ve seen these Snowman Mugs about a hundred times.  Here’s what’s different about these…I did not use Sharpies.  I’ve tried and tried using Sharpies on dishes…following all the tips…let cure overnight, put in a … Continue reading

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Made in Minutes T-Shirt Tote Bag

A couple of weeks ago, a hooligan helpfully left a crayon in a pocket in the laundry…fortunately, the only thing it really ruined was a t-shirt belonging to Princess Thundercloud. I’ve successfully gotten crayon out of clothes before, using dish … Continue reading

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Santa’s Longjohns Candy Bag

I found this cute Santa’s Longjohns Candy Bag at a craft bazaar a long, long time ago…probably at least ten years ago, before I had kids and could freely wander through the booths without a care in the world. I’ve … Continue reading

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A Few of My Favorite Things

It’s that time of year again…the time when I am ready to get in my craft room and make tons of fun Christmas gifts!  I’ve been finishing up Calc 2 this week, so my school term is done and I … Continue reading

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