Crafty Thursday

Reversable Head Band

2010-01-31T14:59:00.000-08:00

-$4

My Latest Project

2009-12-23T16:41:00.000-08:00

Started With an Old Picture Frame. (Thanks Ashley)

Painted the Glass Black. (Paper Works Too, I Just Wanted Plain Black)

Added a Couple Coats of Green Paint.

Added Some of My Ribbon Scraps, (You Glue the Ends to the Back, Leaving the Front Unglued)

Viola!! A Cute Way to Store my Hair Things)

Tis The Season.....

2009-11-17T16:17:00.000-08:00

I really want to get everyone's Holiday Traditions and Tips on here because I have learned so many fun and creative ideas in the past couple years. I will be posting some on my own but I want to hear from all of you!! Please E-Mail me any fun Traditions your family has for the Holidays or any Tips. I have already spoken to one person about this and I am looking forward to hearing from him. (Yes I mean you Brad)

Chenille and Flannel Burp Rag

2009-11-08T15:25:00.001-08:00

One side is flannel, the other chenille. It's contoured on one side so it can rest easily on the shoulder. This is so cute, i'll definitely be making one for my little guy!!! -$6

Ghost Headband

2009-10-18T16:03:00.000-07:00

$2.50

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25 cents

2009-10-18T15:58:00.000-07:00

25 cents each

BOO 2

2009-10-18T15:57:00.000-07:00

25 cents

BOO!!

2009-10-18T15:55:00.000-07:00

25 cents

And now for some Halloween stuff...

2009-10-18T15:52:00.000-07:00

25 cents

Another One...

2009-10-18T15:51:00.001-07:00

Another Flower

2009-10-18T15:50:00.000-07:00

Flower Clip

2009-10-18T15:47:00.000-07:00

Witch Tutu #2

2009-10-11T19:13:00.000-07:00

This one is has Purple in it, but it's hard to tell in the picture. Wouldn't this be sooo cute with a Black Shirt and Leggings?

$11

Pink Ballerina

2009-10-11T19:11:00.000-07:00

$11

Rainbow Sherbet

2009-10-11T19:08:00.000-07:00

$11

Witch Tutu

2009-10-11T17:58:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Mandy for letting me use her little girl as my model. And thanks to Brookie for being such a good helper!!

$11

Random Tip #7

2009-09-16T21:37:00.000-07:00

This one is from my Mom.... (She doesn't know I'm doing it but it's a great tip!!)

This one is for all you Smart Cookies with a Bosch!! Seriously, if you don't have one you are missing out!! They do everything; Whip, Mix, Slice, Chop, etc..

This is a tip for Chicken and a Super fast way to shred it.

Boil Chicken

Once done, cut off any fat

Put in Bosch

Use the Whisk attachment

Turn on the power and in less than a minute you have shredded Chicken!! (WOW)

Seriously this amazed me the first time, mostly because I hate cutting up chicken. This way you only have to boil it. You don't even need to wait for it to cool down. I did cut the Chicken breasts in half first to help them fit in the mixer better. Hopefully this was informative and clear. Seriously try this out, especially if you like to cook a lot of Chicken and freeze some of it!!

(If you don't cut the fat off your mixer will make a weird sound, I did this and thought it wasn't going to work or that I had broken it. Turns out I missed some of the fat)

And the Winner is.......

2009-09-04T17:25:00.000-07:00

JoAnn!! Congratulations Auntie Jo!!

2009-09-04T08:07:00.001-07:00

I'll Announce the winners tonight, I want to have someone with me to take pictures. Not only because I like to document everything, but so everyone will know it was fair. :)

First Blog Giveaway!!

2009-09-01T21:41:00.000-07:00

The Rules:

Post a Comment telling us which CraftyThursday product you love.
If you can't post, send me an Email
One Entry per Person
Anyone is eligible (Excludes CraftyThursday Creators)

The Day:

Tomorrow, Thursday September 3rd Entries accepted anytime that day

The Prizes:

1 Double Sided Headband
1 Large Red Flower Clip
1 Small Orange Flower Clip

The other side of the Headband

I will announce the Winner Friday Night on this Blog!! Good Luck Everyone!!

Red and Green Apron

2009-08-18T18:19:00.001-07:00

I know these look like Christmas colors and it's only August..... I just saw these and had to make an Apron!! I can't wait to make more!!

$20

Another Curly-Q

2009-07-30T07:42:00.000-07:00

Chunky-Crafty Friday Fingers

2009-07-22T22:33:00.000-07:00

I would like to officially claim Melinda for Crafty Thursday, this is twice that she has cheated on Chunky Fingers!! (Proof that Crafty Thursday is numero uno!!) Here is what we have been up to (I know it is technically Wednesday, but that day is closer to Thursday than Friday so HA!!

First to make these Cute but COMPLICATED Cupcakes. They are pin-cushions
After which we moved onto the Beading...... Here is a story about how brutal Crafting can be (and the lengths we go to for our supplies)
Melinda and I headed to Ben Franklin for some Beads and such, hit the Tent Sale first, then went inside for more supplies. We paid for our beads, fiber, etc... and decided to check the tent sale one last time for some D-rings for our mothers. I got there first and dug around and found a couple, Melinda joined the search. 2 older ladies were next to us and decided Min and I had to much space and started digging in our area, Min then found some nice spacers and showed them to me and in return got a nasty look from the lady closest to us.... EEK!! (off the subject a little but we ended up going through the check-out 3 times today)
And while we were doing these Crafty Projects; Michaela, Rissa, and our Cousin Abigail did some craftiness of their own....
Headbands!!

Random Tip #6

2009-07-21T16:20:00.000-07:00

This Tip was sent in by Melinda Baker (My Cousin) Thanks to Melinda for the Great Tip!!

Whenever we go on long trips I gather a bunch of fun little toys and treats. Then I wrap them...sometimes I number them if I want certain things opened first!! I keep some prizes for on the way back. You can have them open the gifts every half hour, hour or whenever you like. If we go on a long trip I try to get them a new movie...it keeps them occupied for a little while! I don't spend a lot of money! The dollar store is a great place for inexpensive prizes. You can wrap one for each kid or wrap enough for all your kids in one package and take turns. Here are some ideas of what I get!

*crayons, activity/coloring book, books, any kinds of treats, party favors(these are great because they come in multiple packs ), stickers, travel games, pencils/pens, puppets, movies, jewelry, plastic animals(bugs, dinosaurs and etc)

Basically anything goes. Find things that your kids love. Also, find things that go along with your trip. For instance if you are going to Disneyland get them all things Disney! Our family travels quite often and this helps our trips out tremendously.

Thanks again Melinda for the tip (and for cheating on her own Blog), and anyone else that has a tip to share please send them in, you can send them to me or Ashley.

Fabric Headbands

2009-07-15T20:16:00.000-07:00

These fabric headbands are so fun!! I've made myself several and love to wear them! Reversable. -$4

Green Flower Headband with Yellow Buttons

2009-07-09T21:42:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Kacie Mae for inspiring this one!!

$2.50

American Flag Headband

2009-07-09T21:39:00.000-07:00

I missed the 4th of July, but there is always the 24th!! :)

$1

Curly Q's

2009-07-08T22:39:00.000-07:00

I have had sooo much fun trying out new combo's with the Curly Ribbon!! There are more of these to come for sure!!

$2.50

Yellow and Red Flower

2009-07-02T20:37:00.000-07:00

Watchbands

2009-07-02T14:52:00.000-07:00

More fabric watchbands.-4$

Clip Holder

2009-06-20T15:28:00.000-07:00

This is to hold your many Little Girl Clips. Perfect for the flower ones because it keeps them from mashing. You can lean this up against a wall, prop it on the bathroom counter......etc. Cute and Functional...... the only way I roll. :)

8.5 x 11

And now for a close up.....
$5

Random Tip #5

2009-06-18T19:40:00.000-07:00

Painting With Water
Special Thanks to Cheryl for This One!!

Miss Cheryl works in the Baby Room at the Daycare with me, she does this with her Babies, I think it is BRILLIANT!!

Colored Paper (Thicker is Better)
Cup of Water
Paintbrush (We Used Q-Tips)

Now Enjoy!! The water leaves marks and is an easy cleanup!! (Seriously we just threw the Q-Tips away and dumped out the water).

Flapper Head Band

2009-06-18T06:24:00.000-07:00

I saw something similar at Forever21 and was SOOO close to buying it.... but on closer inspection found out it was broken. So once I started making head band I had to try out this. :)

Fabric Watch Bands

2009-06-17T20:26:00.000-07:00

I made these watch bands because I had the watch faces and of course, I have to try to make everything with fabric :) -4$ (watch face not included) And of course I can do these in a wide range of colors.

Reversable Fabric Headband

2009-06-11T19:49:00.000-07:00

Jacque and I got together today and we decided to try to make headbands. Well since we didn't have a pattern, we played pattern maker for the day (remember how that goes Michaela?!?)

Here is the result: -$4
There will be more of these in different colors, so check back soon!!!

Bamboo Handle Purse

2009-06-11T14:13:00.000-07:00

I did something that wasn't for babies!!!
Bright pink bamboo handle purse with white lining. -$14

Purple and Yellow Little Girl Hair Accessory

2009-06-11T13:14:00.000-07:00

Little girl Headband......

$2.50

Red Button

2009-06-05T15:36:00.000-07:00

75 Cents

Burp Rags

2009-06-04T20:46:00.000-07:00

Dog applique burp rag -5$

Duckie applique burp rag -5$

Temporary Name....... Cotton Candy??

2009-06-01T16:32:00.001-07:00

Purple, Blue and White Sparklies

This one has stiffer White Tulle, so cute!!
$16

Temporary Name: Vintage

2009-06-01T16:30:00.000-07:00

Cranberry and Tan

$14

Little Lady Bug

2009-06-01T07:12:00.001-07:00

I Love these... totally perfect for summer!!

75 Cents

Button & Ribbon Flower

2009-05-31T19:43:00.000-07:00

Cute as a BUTTON!!

75 Cents

Cranberry and Pink

2009-05-31T19:38:00.000-07:00

Here is the Tutu......

And now for a Close-Up.
$14

Temporary Name: Pink Lemonaide :)

2009-05-31T19:35:00.000-07:00

Pink and Yellow with Cute Daisy!!

The pink on this one was really light so I did a Pink Daisy and ribbon to really bring out the color. The first person to purchase it will get it named after them. :)
$16

Large Flower Clip

2009-05-28T06:31:00.000-07:00

This clip has pink Ribbon glued around it. (same as the Small Flower Clip, you just can't see the ribbon)

$1.50

Watermelon Clip

2009-05-28T06:29:00.000-07:00

I think this one is my favorite so far..... of course I could think that about all of them!!
25 Cents

Pink and Green Headband

2009-05-28T06:24:00.000-07:00

I had to do at least one without feathers. :) That is a button in the Middle and sequins randomly placed on the petals.

$4

Summer Headbands

2009-05-28T06:08:00.000-07:00

This headbands is so cute for summer!! This is for older girls, probably Jr. High and up. (Hey notice the age range Rach..... Yep I made something that isn't for Babies!!)
$4

Doll Blanket and Pillow

2009-05-27T20:59:00.000-07:00

Isn't this the cutest thing ever?!?! This little doll blankie is sure to be a hit with any girl who loves dolls. -20$

Random Tip #3

2009-05-26T22:09:00.000-07:00

Cupcake Tin

Not only can a Cupcake Tin be used to make Cupcakes..... it can be used to organize!! :)
Try organizing jewelry in it!!

Organize by type..... Rings, Bracelets, Necklaces....

Or if you want to get real crazy.... organize by the jewelry you wear typically wear together. :)

The Abby Jayne

2009-05-26T07:50:00.001-07:00

Abby picked out the colors for this Tutu, she did a good job don't you think? As with The Ava I named this Color Scheme after her because she was the one to buy it. Eventually all the Tutu's I make will have a name. :)
$14

The Ava

2009-05-26T07:34:00.000-07:00

Purple and Green Tutu

I may or may not have gotten this idea from my Aunt..... (a Co-Creator of the ChunkyFingersFriday Blog). All my little girls at the Day Care LOVE to dress up and I remembered this Cute idea and couldn't wait to try it out!!

This is Ava trying on her Tutu, this color scheme is now named after her. :)

I had Marlee try it on next so you could see how it fit on both of these girls.
$14

Coming soon: The Abby Jane

Casual Shoulder Bag

2009-05-23T17:09:00.001-07:00

This bag was created by our Guest Designer, Michaela Uresk. It is the same design as the previous Casual Shoulder Bag, just new colors!! Super Cute!!!! -20$

Guest Designer Michaela Uresk modeling the bag

Orange Hoodie Towel

2009-05-23T17:05:00.001-07:00

This orange hoodie towel is the very same as Jacque's post with the pink and green. Included is a cute little green rubber froggie. -15$

Pink & Yellow Headband

2009-05-20T19:58:00.000-07:00

Aren't the Yellow and Pink colors perfect for summer!?!?!

This is a headband for babies, yes I'm modeling it on my doll... :)

The band is ribbon and in the back is elastic so it can stretch.
2.50

Random Tip #2

2009-05-17T18:53:00.000-07:00

Recipe Holder

This Tip is thanks to Candi Warren and Lisa Marriott. Candi has started keeping her recipes on 3x5 cards. She then puts those cards in a photo album, this makes it easy to flip through and find a recipe. She even has them organized into sections, Desserts, Main Dishes..... etc. Depending on how many recipes you have you could even organize them into separate books. Lisa has gone the extra mile.... she and her friends decorate recipe pages and put them in a 6x6 album. Same concept, just a little more work. Thank you ladies for your GREAT tip!!

Random Tip #1

2009-05-17T18:33:00.000-07:00

Many Uses For Ribbon

I LOVE ribbon, and have gotten quite a bit from Ben Franklin, Michaels, TaiPan, Roberts and other various Craft stores. Listed below are some great ideas for Ribbon:

For You:

Headband
Tied around a ponytail
Tied on the handle of a Purse
Thicker ribbon could be tied around waist like a fancy belt
Tied in a bow on bracelets or necklaces (Works best with Pearls)

To Decorate:

Tie around old vase for a new look
Tie around throw pillows (this is also cute with Tulle)
To hang up picture frames or signs
Tie around Handle of a Basket
Loop around Lamp Shade

For Practical Uses:

Hanging Ribbon can hold hair clips
Small pieces could be used for a Bookmark

Please post Comments on any other Random Uses for Ribbon!! Thanks :)

Newest Addition to CraftyThursday

2009-05-17T18:23:00.000-07:00

Ashley and I have decided to add Random Tips. Key word being Random. Some will have pictures and tutorials, some will just be a sentence or 2, and who knows when and how frequent they will be. Also if you have a great tip to share, send it in and we will post it (giving you the credit obviously) Hope you enjoy!! :)

Another Binky for Babys that Have STYLE!!

2009-05-13T21:40:00.000-07:00

Sorry I know it's not the best picture. Price is $4

Diaper Holder

2009-05-13T21:13:00.000-07:00

Use this to keep diapers and wipes together in a diaper bag. Also, makes it easier to switch diapers from bag to bag. -7$

Another Cute Purse!!

2009-05-07T19:44:00.000-07:00

My posts will probably be late on Thursday, as I am a procrastinator thru and thru. So before you go to bed Thursday night, make sure to check back for something new!

This purse turned out so cute!! I can easily make this purse in a different color scheme if requested. This purse has two pockets inside and one on the outside. -$35

Little Girl Hair Bows

2009-05-07T18:52:00.000-07:00

Ashley and I are going to try to update every Thursday from now on. I want to update early in the Morning... not sure how well that will go though. I can't promise that we won't miss a week and some weeks it may only be one of us that updates. We will try our hardest to bring you a new Crafty post every Thursday!! Enjoy!!

$2.00

$2.00

$1.50

$2.00
These are more for older girls with more hair.... 4+

Glam Binky Holder

2009-04-27T22:47:00.000-07:00

This Binky Holder is not only Cute, but it also ensures that you don't lose Baby's Binky!! You just slip the Binky into loop at the end and clamp it onto your Baby's Outfit.
$4

Casual Shoulder Bag

2009-04-25T22:23:00.000-07:00

This super cute bag is perfect for Spring!! The outside is green with flowers and the lining is white polka dots on orange (I'm giddy with the thought of the polka dots!) - 20$

Cute Cherry Apron

2009-04-24T19:16:00.000-07:00

SOLD!! More Aprons to come........

This is probably the right size for 3 years and up
$15
Could the Cherries be any cuter?? :) I'm hoping to do a Cupcake one someday.

Girly Picture Frame

2009-04-13T19:28:00.000-07:00

$5 + Shipping and Handling.

Hooded Towel

2009-04-10T17:10:00.000-07:00

This was so much fun to make!! Ashley is working on a really cute Orange one, stay tuned for that one.

This hopefully shows how big the towel is.

This towel is $15 + Shipping and Handling. 50 Cents extra if you want a card. If you like the towel but the colors don't work, send us the colors you want and we can special make one for you.

Baby Boy Picture Frame

2009-04-09T15:18:00.001-07:00

This is $5 + Shipping and Handling. 50 Cents extra if you need or want a card.

Best Burp Cloths Ever!!

2009-04-09T15:10:00.000-07:00

These are the only burp cloths I use at work because they absorb the best.

These are $5 + shipping and handling. As with all the baby stuff on this blog, for an extra 50 Cents we will throw in a Baby Card. (Ashley made these, Great Job Ashley!!)

Clothespin Magnets

2009-04-09T15:01:00.000-07:00

Ashley and I have been crafting up a storm today, (And will continue tomorrow too!!). Here are some of the results of our craftiness....

These magnets are cute and functional

These are 3 for $1 + Shipping and Handling. If you want these in a different color scheme let us know and we can special make those for the same price.

Purple Magic Wand

2009-02-28T14:49:00.000-08:00

3 Dollars + Shipping and Handling.

Pink Magic Wand

2009-02-28T14:42:00.000-08:00

I am sooo excited about how cute this turned out.
Price is 3 dollars + shipping and handling.

2009-02-18T22:25:00.000-08:00

I am FINALLY updating my blog!! And this Blankie isn't a Girl one!!

Asking 13+Shipping and Handling
As with my other posted stuff I will include a Baby Boy Card for an extra 50 Cents

Small Pink Polka Dot

2008-12-29T15:55:00.000-08:00

Roughly 8x9
Both sides Pink Fleece with White polka dots
8 different types of ribbon tags
1 available currently

I'm selling this one for $13 + Shipping and Handling. As with my other Blanket I will add a Baby Girl Card for an extra 50 Cents.

Large Pink Polka Dot

2008-12-29T15:36:00.000-08:00

This blanket is roughly 17x22
8 different types of ribbon tags
One side is Pink with White polka dots
One side is a cloth diaper, for special texture and perfect for absorbing those surprise messes. :)
1 available at current time

I'm selling this one for $17 + Shipping and Handling. If you would like to use this for a gift I will throw in a Baby Girl Card for an extra 50 Cents.