Always be prepared with this handmade portable first aid kit! Continue reading for this DIY tutorial for how to sew a small first aid kit to take on the go. As a mom, I always try to be as prepared as possible for unexpected injuries and boo-boos, and I like to have a portable first…
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27 Luxurious Holiday Gifts for Her + Win a $350 Visa Gift Card
It’s no secret that the women in our lives work hard the whole year through. So often, women wear the mantle of caregivers and nurturers, so what better way to show appreciation to the wives, moms, grandmothers, aunts, sisters and friends who make our lives better than to give them a luxurious gift to encourage…
DIY Insulated Beverage Holders (Koozies)
Warm months call for lounging by the pool or in the backyard with a cold drink in hand, and these fun DIY insulated beverage holders (also known as koozies in my neck of the woods) are the perfect way to ensure your drink stays nice and frosty! These can be made in literally minutes, and they…
Embroidered Men’s Eyeglass Case Sewing Tutorial
Give a personalized gift to a special man in your life by making him an embroidered case to hold his eyeglasses or sunglasses. With this step-by-step how-to, I guide you through the entire process, also providing a printable PDF to make following along as easy can can be. This is an easy sewing project and…
Polka-Dotted Trinket Dishes
Each year, it seems like the advent of spring brings plenty of gift-giving opportunities! With Mothers’ Day, graduations, weddings and more, I am always looking for easy handmade gift ideas. These little polka-dotted trinket dishes can be whipped up in no time flat, and they only cost a mere $1 or so to make. They…
Printable Gift Sleeve #SwellNoel
Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout November and December, some of my favorite blogging friends will be stopping by Positively Splendid to share some of their best holiday ideas in the third annual Swell Noël series. You can stay up-to-date on all of the fantastic ideas shared throughout the series by following the Swell Noël 2013 Pinterest…
Travel Jewelry Case Sewing Pattern and Tutorial
With holiday gift-giving time just around the corner, now is the time to craft thoughtful handmade gifts. Travel jewelry cases would make a terrific gift for any of the ladies on your list, and with my complete step-by-step tutorial and free PDF pattern, they can be stitched in no time! These would be a perfect…
Preparing a Home for Holiday Guests
This post brought to you by BISSELL Homecare, Inc.. All opinions are 100% mine. Ready or not, the holiday season is almost upon us! If you are going to be welcoming guests into your home over the course of the next few weeks, I have a couple of tips for making sure your home will…
12 Last-Minute Handmade Mothers’ Day Gift Ideas
With Mothers’ Day coming up in less than a week, you might think it’s too late to put together a thoughtful handmade gift for a special mom in your life. Not at all! Today I’m sharing a round-up of projects from the PS archives that are perfect for last-minute Mothers’ Day gifts. Totally do-able in…
Framed Corkboard Display Video Tutorial
This time of year, I am never lacking occasions that necessitate a great gift idea, and today’s idea for a framed corkboard display is a terrific handmade gift idea for moms, teachers, friends, graduates and more! This is an easy craft idea that requires only easy-to-find supplies. Let’s get started! This project is one that…