Tuesday, December 21, 2010

12 days of D.I.Y Day 9: Sweater Boots



Do you need boots? Well try making some out of an old sweater! This D.I.Y is on how to make some boots out of an old large sweater and some flats. You can find all the supplies you need at a Thrift store or at Goodwill. Just grab your glue gun, sewing needles and thread and your set! I'm going to be making mine tonight, I'll show you guys how they come out in the morning along with one of my own D.I.Y's!

xoxo

My Christmas WishList

So here is my Christmas wishlist, last minute I know but whatever. First off I know I have lots of "kiddie" stuff but I'm a kid at heart. I actually got a lalalopsy doll for my younger sister but I still want one cause they are so cute! If she doesn't like it I'm taking her! haha




I'll be back later for a cute DIY post!
xoxo

Monday, December 20, 2010

12 days of D.I.Y Day 8: Lollipop Brooch



I've always been a big Twinkie Chan fan and when I saw this pattern on how to make a lollipop brooch you best believe I took out my hook and got to crocheting! These are great stocking stuffers and are perfect for the holidays! I made some last year and going to be making more this year. Also, if you haven't checked out her book it is always a great present to get for someone who knows how to crochet or yourself.

Saturday, December 18, 2010

What to give a guy for Christmas (Suggestions)



So I'm being doing these what to give to people post here and there just incase you are wondering what to get your mom, dad, boyfriend, ect. Here are my picks for guys:

1.Gants sans doigts fingerless mittens, from Forever 21 $12 Remember its cold outside! This will keep him warm.

2.Toddland worst gift ever, from Fredflare $18 Has he been naughty? Then this is a perfect gift for them! haha also very funny!

3.Retro robot belt, from sickforcute $15 If he's like you and likes cute things he will love this.

4.Flannel Pajama Pants, from Forever 21 $11 You can never go wrong some nice Pajamas!

5.Red fisheye camera, from UrbanOutfitters $55 I don't know if this is a good camera, I just choose it cause I thought it looked cool! Haha but if your guy likes cameras get him a good one not just one that looks "cool".

6.Brobee Yo Gabba Gabba wallet, from Fredflare $30 For any Yo Gabba Gabba fan! And if he doesn't like it you can always steal from him! hehe

And if all else fails get him a gift card to his favorite store or place. Hope this helped!

xoxo

Thursday, December 16, 2010

12 days of D.I.Y Day 7: Crochet a headband



So a few years ago I saw this video and thought it was a cute and simple project so I made myself one and when I was done I thought this is a great gift to give to someone, so I ended up making one for my mom and my sister's. They loved it and use it when it gets cold and it keeps their heads nice and warm. Hope you get a chance to make one for somebody or even one for yourself!



xoxo

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

12 days of D.I.Y Day 6: Lace Sunglasses



I saw this really cute D.I.Y on Audrey Kitching's blog and had to make them right away! I already had all the stuff to make them and it only took a few mintues, another great last minute gift idea! Hope you get a chance to make some.


Here are mine!

xoxo

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

12 days of D.I.Y Day 5: Cute Crocheted Cuff



Today's D.I.Y is how to crochet this cute cuff. All you need is some very funky yarn! Super easy, quick, and a great last minute gift idea.




What you'll need:
-Yarn (I used some cute yarn that has been been sitting around for a long time)
-N or 9.00mm crochet hook
-Tapestry needle
-Button

First ch enough stiches to fit around your wrist. Mine was 20 sts.



1.Sc second st from hook and sc the rest of the sts.
2.Slst to first ch to form a loop.



3.Now just sc all around until you reach your desired length. Cut off



Next you can choose to sew a botton on or just let it be. I choose a big hot pink button! Done! See how easy it was!



xoxo

Monday, December 13, 2010

12 days of D.I.Y Day 4: Custom Lip Plumper

Today I was going to put up one of my own D.I.Y but I did not have enough time, Opps! So I ran across this video and loved the idea. It's a video on how to make your own lip plumper. This would be a great stocking stuffer or a small gift to give to your friends. I want to make a special hoilday one thats red and has peppermint in it!

Sunday, December 12, 2010

12 days of D.I.Y Day 3: Hats galore!



Today we had other first day of snow! So exciting! But it didn't stick on the floor, which made me and my sister's sad. So today in honor of my fisrt snow sighting this month, I'm showing you guys this really cute D.I.Y from one of my favorite blogs a beautiful mess If your looking for a quick Christmas present? Here it is! I made one for my blythe a while, but sadly I could'nt find the picture with her with it. I'm also thinking of making myself one and even my sister. See you guys back tomorrow for some more D.I.Y madness!

xoxo

Saturday, December 11, 2010

12 days of D.I.Y Day 2: DIY Christmas tree ornament



Today I have a really fun D.I.Y for you guys on how to make this cute Christmas tree ornament. You can make some for your tree or give it as a gift for someone, or whatever. Any ways lets get to it.



What you'll need:
-Green yarn and any other colors you want to put on your tree.
-H or 5.00mm crochet hook
-Tapestry needle
-Stuffing

Christmas tree:(Make 2)
Start with your green yarn and ch 13sts. Total 13 sts



1. Sc second st from hook and sc the rest of the sts. Total 12 sts



2. Ch 1 and turn, sc 12 sts. x3. Total 12 sts



3. Ch 1 and turn, sc2tog first 2 sts. sc 8 sts. sc2tog last 2 sts. Total 10 sts



4. Ch 1 and turn, sc 10 sts. Total 10 sts
5. Repeat rows 3-4 x3. Total 4 sts.
6. Ch 1 and turn, sc2tog first 2 sts and last 2 sts. Total 2 sts
7. Ch 1 and turn, sc2tog first st and last st.
8. Break off yarn and pull



To make the ornament
With a different color yarn and tapersy needle, start by making a criss cross st anywhere on the tree. Do this as many times on both of the trees and with colors of your choice.





With your tapesry needle sew the right sides of your tree's and sew them together. One you start getting closer to the end stuff the tree with your stuffing and then sew shut.

Insted of making a star I just made a simple circle and put it on my tree, but you can do whatever to top your tree off. To make the cirle star/angel thing ch 4 and slst to the first st to form a loop, then sc into loop 10 times. Break yarn off and pull. Then sew the onto the top of the tree.



Now hang this wherever you want. Just cut off a long piece of yarn and attach it on the top of the tree and tie the ends together.



Hope you guys liked this. I'll be back with some more Christmas ideas later.

xoxo

Friday, December 10, 2010

12 days of D.I.Y Day 1: Make A Stocking



Have no socks for stuffing? Now you can make your own! Are'nt they the most adorable thing you have ever seen? I saw these in Free People years ago and now they have how to make them on their blog. Will you be making one? I sure will!

12 Days of D.I.Y goodies!

Long time no see! Sorry I've have been MIA for such a long time, but my computer broke down and I lost all of my documents, photos, ect. And I still need to fix it!

I planned on starting the New Year with a new blog but I decided to just start now, just in time for Christmas! So get ready for a lots of gift ideas and holiday goodiness! To start off I'm having a 12 days of D.I.Y starting off today and ending on Christmas eve. I will be posting some of my own D.I.Y and some others I have come across on the web. So get ready to get you're craftyness on!

xoxo