Dead Tired Sleepy Masks

A kristie's krafts original design. I just made an eye mask and added some adorable dead/sleepy eyes. The worst part was getting the elastic to fit just right. Get ready for some ZZZ's!

Sooo sleepy!

Homemade Note Cards :)

Homemade note cards, love it! I found this adorable and easy idea at Little Birdie Secrets

All you need is paper, and a sewing machine! I used a paper punch to make the shapes, but they could be cut out by hand too.

I don't do many paper crafts, but what a great reason to buy some paper punches!

 Two hearts make a butterfly! :)

 This one's my favorite <3

 Someone please get married so i can give you this :)

These so many different designs you can make with this. Please share your ideas with me. :) Happy crafting!

Cross Stitched Baby Bib

wow! it's been awhile since my last post. probaby because i've been working so hard on this cute little bib for my cousin's baby on the way. :) 

cross stitching is tons of fun if you're patient and detailed :) otherwise, not so much. if you're trying it for the first time, definitely start with a small project. ;)

chow time! can't wait for the new baby to spit up all over this beautiful bib...

Taggy Cubes

Adorable! I found these cute creations at Eleanors Boutique. These were easy to make and a great way to use up leftover fabric and ribbon. I added a layer of plastic on the inside for some crunchy fun for baby!

I found that sewing a piece of a plastic shopping bag (the thicker the better) inside the toy works great for adding some crunchiness. It seems to hold up just fine in the washer and dryer. I've also heard of people using a baby wipe bag or cereal bag for this too.

Sooooo cute!! Try making one for the sweet little baby in your life :)

Button Rings!

A cute and simple ring to make! I saw this idea at a gift shop and had to try making it myself. If you can sew on a button, you can make this ring! If not, no worries, follow the instructions below...

Start with 1/4" wide elastic. Cut enough for it to fit comfortably around your finger with a little extra for it to overlap on the ends. (about a quarter inch)

Use a lighter to melt each end of the elastic to prevent fraying.

Now choose a few buttons you like and some matching thread. Three buttons works well, and it helps if each button has the same amount of holes. You can also add a little bead at the top for something different.

 

 Begin sewing by making a few knots on one end of the elastic.

(If you have problems with the thread twisting up and knotting, try letting the thread dangle with the needle hanging at the bottom so it will untwist.)

Next sew the two ends of the elastic together. They will overlap about 1/4 inch.

Now it's time to add the buttons! Start with the bottom button. The buttons will be sewn on top of the overlapping elastic. Thread the needle through the first hole from underneath. Then thread the needle downward through the hole next to it. Repeat this step through all the holes until the bottom button feels secure.

Once the bottom button is secure, add the remaining buttons. Sew through all the buttons and layers of elastic until all the buttons are held tightly onto the elastic ring.

 

Almost done....

Finally, make a few knots underneath and cut off the remaining thread.

All done! Yay! 

Now it's time to wear your cute new rings!!

Owl Taggy Success!

Look at this little lady enjoying her new owl taggy!! Bet she can't wait to chew on it, and rumor has it, her brother is pretty jealous. (maybe he needs one too) 

This is my sweet little niece Lauren. Has anyone tried making one of these for the babies in their lives? If you missed my last post, find the tutorial here. Please send pics if you make one!

Renaissance Kristie!

I've always wanted to make a renaissance dress, and I finally did for the Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Fair this year. It turned out so cute, I just had to share! I made the dress from a pattern I got at Joann's. The headband was really easy and fun to make. Choose the link below for a tutorial.

I found this idea at www.jezzeblog.blogspot.com. It's a brilliant and easy way to make a headband. I will definitely be making more like this. Give it a try, it's easy peasy!