My munchkin’s collection of mini stuffed animals has inexplicably multiplied since the massive purge before our international move so I’ve been trying to think up clever upcycles that will give those little furry friends more to do than …
My DIY last minute personalized gift
Personalized gifts are awesome, handmade gifts are extra special and simple DIYs are fabulous so let’s combine all three and create my DIY last minute personalized gift: Any idea what personalized prezzie is wrapped up in …
Easy DIY Elf on the Shelf
Have you been naughty or nice this year? One way to ensure (passably) good behaviour in your household is to have Santa send out his scout elves from the North Pole to be sneaky peekers and …
DIY Upcycled Toilet Roll Advent Calendar Elves
Unfortunately my crafty advent calendar wreath from last year didn’t join the big international move, fortunately toilet rolls are fairly easy to stockpile and I had another festive idea just waiting to be created! Grab your kiddo …
Last Minute DIY Halloween Decor & Trick or Treat Bag
Creating the finishing touches on All Hallows’ Eve are a snap with my last minute DIY Halloween decor and trick or treat bag tutorials: Let’s get makin!
The no sew yarn wig + DIY ragdoll & scarecrow costumes
Halloween is definitely the time to let your imagination take over and create an amazingly inventive costume however if you’re pressed for time or simply don’t have the energy to go crazy planning and creating …
The Refashioned DIY Rainbow Unicorn Costume
My kiddo had a difficult time deciding just what she wanted me to create for her Canadian Halloween debut. A trip to the thrift shop and a sort through the racks soon provided the answer in …
Easy upcycled DIY Halloween Creepy Dolls
Now that I’m back in Canada the kiddo and I can decorate our house for Halloween without being labelled as the weirdos on the block, hooray! On a side note: Having been out of the country for …
The Refashioned Baby Vampire Costume
It’s Karneval time in Germany and that means my quirky kiddo got to request yet another funky DIY costume. My lovely little lassie has become obsessed with vampires (with zombies coming in at a close second) …
Don’t Return it, Refashion it!
Not every gift you receive is stellar and some can even leave you bemusedly scratching your head. This year, instead of feeling embarrassed and timidly asking for the receipt to return it or packing it …