This is such an odd year for all those who are graduating. Walks across the stage are either cancelled or postponed. Celebration parties aren’t happening and caps are not being tossed into the air. But…they ARE still graduating and it’s an important milestone for them.
This is a card I made for one of those special grads in my life. I used the university’s colors for my card. Of course, you’ll want to use whatever color scheme works best for your graduate!
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I used the embossing folder to emboss a panel of blue card stock and attached it to a white card. I die cut “congrats” from red card stock and attached it to the card. I stamped the graduation cap and year on white card stock. I punched it with the circle punch and layered it to a scalloped circle punched from red card stock. I attached the image to the card using foam tape. Then I added 3 silver sequins to the card.
In case you were wondering about adhesives, here are a few of my favorites. I like this tape runner and refills from Tombow for adhering paper and card stock. This Quickie Glue Pen is perfect for adhering small pieces of card stock and die cuts to your cards. Foam tape is a staple for adding dimension to your cards. And this glue is great to add embellishments.
Congratulations to all the graduates! May your futures be filled with love and adventure!
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These can cozies work up super quick and are great to absorb the condensation from your can or bottle. (Looking for some new hooks? These Boye hooks are nice!)
You can find my free pattern in this post. Or if you’d like to print it, here’s a link to the free PDF. 🙂
A few weeks ago I shared this post of the wood tray that I repurposed. It turned out great! I also had this picture frame in my garage that I picked up at the local thrift shop. This is not my decorating style, but I loved the detail in the frame and the center piece with the chair on it actually pops out.
A little chalk paint, a wooden word and I turned this into a great farmhouse piece for my home!
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So this is the before pic…the frame measures about 18 by 18 inches.
I found the word “home” at Michaels craft store. It measures about 7 inches across.
I used Americana Décor Acrylic Chalky Finish Paint in Everlasting White to paint the frame and the insert piece. I painted 3 coats, making sure to let the paint dry thoroughly between coats. (If you’re impatient like me, a hair dryer on warm helps to speed up the drying process. 😉 ) I painted the word “home” with 2 coats of FolkArt Home Décor Chalk Paint in Maui Sand. Then, using Maui Sand, I dry brushed the frame and insert piece to bring out some of the detail. I put the insert piece into the frame and glued the word to the insert piece using clear E6000 adhesive. I sealed the piece with a light coat of matte sealing spray.
And here is the finished project. I love the way it turned out!
Keep your eyes open – look around your house, in the attic or garage – or visit your local thrift shops. You may be surprised at what you find that you can spruce up for your home. I would love to see what you repurpose!
Crochet Boss rounded up some quick free crochet patterns for Mother’s Day and included my Farmhouse Inspired Coasters!! How fun is that?!?! There are some great ideas for last minute Mother’s Day crochet gifts in her blog post.
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Thanks so much Crochet Boss for including my pattern! 🙂
If you’re like me, you end up with a few very ripe bananas now and then. I found this recipe for Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread here – it’s a little different twist on the traditional recipe by adding a swirl of cinnamon. It’s a super easy recipe to follow. I didn’t even pull out my mixer – I just used a whisk to mix up the batter and then poured it into my loaf pan.
By the way, did you know you can freeze very ripe bananas? Just peel them and put them in a freezer bag. I usually put 3 to a bag because that’s what a lot of recipes call for. You can also leave the peel on if you’d like. I just find it easier to peel first because they get quite mushy when you thaw them out.
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Here’s the batter all mixed up and ready for the oven.
And look how pretty it is fresh from the oven…it smells amazing!!
I may or may not have swirled it a little too much. 🤷🏼♀️ Still, it tastes so yummy!
You probably have everything you need to make this tasty treat in your kitchen right now!
We are living in such crazy times. Whoever thought we would be wearing masks to go to the grocery store or pharmacy?!?!
Although I can do a lot of crafty things, sewing has never been one of my talents. My sweet friend Laura made masks for my husband and me. I wanted to send her a thank you note for thinking of us. I found this great image from Nola Chandler on her Instagram page and her Facebook page (look in her photos). It was the perfect image to use for the card. She has several other images that are so great for the things we are all going through right now.
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I printed the image on white card stock and colored it with colored pencils. I layered the image to patterned paper and attached it to a white card.
Praying this all ends soon…but until it does, stay safe and healthy everyone!
This is a really simple main dish recipe that comes together in just minutes. I found the recipe here at House of Yumm. It’s a great way to get all the taco flavors without the carbs from the tortillas – if you’re watching those. Or it’s just a tasty meal even if you’re not!
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After cutting my avocados in half and removing the pit, I carefully scooped out each half keeping it intact. I placed the halves on my plate and added the cooked taco meat. Then just add your favorite toppings – cheese, sour cream, tomatoes, lettuce, cilantro – all the yummy toppings you would add to a traditional taco.
Add a side of chips and salsa or Mexican rice and you have a tasty, quick, and easy meal!
This a super easy recipe to double if you need to. I hope you enjoy it! 🙂
A while back, a sweet friend gifted me with a big box of yarn. It included several skeins of Bernat Softee Baby Yarn in Lemon. Every time I looked at it, it made me think of warm, sunny days. I knew it would make a snuggly, sunny blanket for a precious little one. You’ll find my new crochet pattern below.
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Sunny Dreams Crochet Baby Blanket
Finished blanket measures approximately 27 by 30 inches.
Bernal Baby Soft yarn in Lemon (light weight #3) I used about 2 and 1/2 skeins
G/4mm hook
Stitches used US terms:
Foundation Double Crochet – fdc
Chain – ch
Back Loop Only – blo
Double Crochet – dc
Slip Stitch – ss
Special stitch: v-stitch (dc, ch 1, dc) in same stitch
Row 1: work 120 fdc. Turn. (120 stitches)
Rows 2-15: ch 2 (counts as first stitch). Skip 1st stitch. dc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (120 stitches)
Row 16: ch 1. sc in both loops of each stitch across. Turn. (120 stitches)
Row 17: ch 2 (counts as first stitch). Skip 1st stitch, dc in next 2 stitches. Skip next stitch, *(dc, ch 1, dc) in next stitch (v-stitch made), skip next 2 stitches* Repeat from * to * across to last 5 stitches. v-stitch in next stitch. Skip next stitch, dc in last 3 stitches. Turn. (38 v-stitches and 3 dc at beginning and end of row)
Rows 18-26: ch 2 (counts as first stitch) Skip 1st stitch, dc in next 2 stitches. Work v-stitch in next ch 1 space. Repeat v-stitch in each ch space across to last 4 dc. Skip next dc, dc in last 3 stitches. Turn. (38 v-stitches and 3 dc at beginning and end of row)
Row 27: ch 1. sc in each stitch and ch space across. Turn. (120 stitches)
Row 28: ch 2 (counts as first stitch). Skip 1st stitch. dc in each stitch across. Turn. (120 stitches)
Rows 29-42: ch 2 (counts as first stitch). Skip 1st stitch. dc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (120 stitches)
Row 43: ch 1. sc in both loops of each stitch across. Turn. (120 stitches)
Row 44: ch 2 (counts as first stitch). Skip 1st stitch, dc in next 2 stitches. Skip next stitch, *(dc, ch 1, dc) in next stitch (v-stitch made), skip next 2 stitches* Repeat from * to * across to last 5 stitches. v-stitch in next stitch. Skip next stitch, dc in last 3 stitches. Turn. (38 v-stitches and 3 dc at beginning and end of row)
Rows 45-53: ch 2 (counts as first stitch) Skip 1st stitch, dc in next 2 stitches. Work v-stitch in next ch 1 space. Repeat v-stitch in each ch space across to last 4 dc. Skip next dc, dc in last 3 stitches. Turn. (38 v-stitches and 3 dc at beginning and end of row)
Row 54: ch 1. sc in each stitch and ch space across. Turn. (120 stitches)
Row 55: ch 2 (counts as first stitch). Skip 1st stitch. dc in each stitch across. Turn. (120 stitches)
Rows 56-69: ch 2 (counts as first stitch). Skip 1st stitch. dc in blo of each stitch across. Turn. (120 stitches)
Do Not Turn after Row 69.
Border:
Round 1: ch 1. sc evenly around all 4 sides of blanket, working 3 sc in each corner. Join with ss to first sc.
Round 2: ch 2. dc in each stitch around, working 3 dc in each corner. Join with ss to first dc.
Round 3: ch 3. dc in same stitch as ss. *Skip next 2 stitches. Work v-stitch in next stitch.* Repeat from *to* around, working (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc) in each corner. Join with ss to 2nd ch of beginning ch 3.
Of course, you can make this sweet blanket in any color. I think it would be beautiful in white, pink, green, or blue – or even in white with a pink, blue, yellow, or green border.
I hope you enjoy this pattern! I would love to see your finished blankets!
Y’all know that I love Unity Stamp Company! They are always coming out with great new stamps and supplies – and they have the best sales!!!
The set I used for this card is called Hip Hip Hooray. It includes the birthday girl along with 2 different sentiments. The patterned paper I used also came from Unity Stamp Company. The stitched scalloped circle frame die I used is discontinued, but here is a similar one.
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I stamped the girl with Memento Tuxedo Black ink on white card stock and colored her with Copic markers. The sentiment is stamped with turquoise ink. Then I die cut the image with the scalloped circle frame die. The die actually cuts the center circle out, leaving the scalloped stitched part as a frame. I turned the piece over and attached foam tape to the frame, overlapping onto the center circle to keep it as one piece. Then I used these Blender Brushes from Taylored Expressions to brush light green ink around the edges.
I attached the panel of ice cream cone patterned paper to a white card and then added the strip of striped paper. I attached the stamped image to the card using the foam tape I put on the back earlier. I added 3 gems similar to these to finish the card.
Such a fun way to wish someone special a Happy Birthday!
Mother’s Day is May 10th this year. There is still plenty of time to craft something wonderful for all those special Moms out there. 🙂
I know we are all still staying home – and I hope this finds everyone doing well. A little crafting may help to pass the time and be a good distraction from all that is happening.
If you are like me, your craft room is full of possibilities…Maybe I can help you out with a few ideas! Click on the link above or below each photo for all the details on each project.
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This Crochet Color Block Tote Bag works up quickly and is a great size. You can also stitch it up in one color if you’d like.
This Farmhouse Valentine Rag Wreath isn’t only for Valentine’s Day – it’s a great addition to her everyday Farmhouse Decor! You can also use a traditional round wreath form instead of a heart.
Super fast and easy, this Crochet Spring Stripes Can Cozy can be stitched up in her favorite Spring colors. Include a 12 pack of her favorite soft drink for a fun gift.
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