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crafts, guest tutorials · June 23, 2010

Guest Project: Anthro-inspired Wreath & Giveaway

I'd like to introduce you to my guest crafter today -- Tia @ Two Junk Chix. Tia is such a fun and bubbly girl. And so creative! She has done a couple giveaways here for some of her gorgeous Crimson Clover jewelry. This is one of her newest creations that I am obsessed with: Today she is sharing a ...

crafts, my home, silhouette · June 23, 2010

Beachy-ish Subway Art Sign {using the Silhouette}

To celebrate the exciting Silhouette Giveaway that's going on now, I am sharing a project each day this week that was created using the Silhouette. I'm working on my bathroom remodel right now, it's going to be a Board and Batten room with beachy colors. So I thought it would be fun to make ...

recipes, your ideas · June 20, 2010

Dinner Dilemmas: Great Grilling Recipes & Tips

Happy Father's Day! In honor of Dads everywhere and Summertime, this Dinner Dilemmas post is dedicated to grilling. I never seem to want to cook when the weather gets hot. It's so nice to grill something up and have it with a nice salad and some fruit. I am always on the lookout for new ...

crafts, sewing projects, summer projects, tutorial · June 18, 2010

20-minute Flip Flop Project

Here's a fun project to do this Summer. My kids loved being able to pick out the fabric and embellishments so their flip flops were 100% their own creation. I bought cheap flip flops from Old Navy. They have flip flops in almost any color you can imagine. Two pair = $5 and they are even $1/pair ...

diy, guest tutorials, sewing projects, tutorial · June 17, 2010

Guest Project: Flowered Wipes Container

Hello Tatertots & Jello readers! Let me introduce myself....my name is Ellie g. Well, really it's not. My name is Lara. But I go by Ellie g on my blog. Why? I don't know. Maybe it's because I always wanted a nickname...and no one would call me T-Bone. (oops...blatant Seinfeld ...

guest tutorials, sewing projects, tutorial · June 16, 2010

Guest Project: Hand Towel Tote Tutorial

Hey all you Tatertot & Jello eaters readers!! It is such an honor to be part of Jen's fabulous blog this today...she truly is such an inspiration to me! My name is Kami, from Sweet Charli Boutique & Blog. I love crafting anything from accessories, to home decor, to refashioning ...

crafts, Favorite Things · June 15, 2010

I ♥ the Dollar Store

I just love the Dollar Store. There are so many potential projects inside! Some of my favorite Dollar Store projects I have made have been: Tiered Dollar store Tray made out of Pizza Pans Burlap Dollar Store Napkin Rings Dollar Store Burlap Children Wall ...

family · June 14, 2010

I’m a Big Flake — and Some Winners!

I'm having such a fun time visiting my sister and little Hudson that I haven't had a chance to work on my Dinner Dilemma post. I'm gonna save all of those grilling recipes and tips til next week. So -- if you have any great grilling ideas you want to share, leave me a comment and I will ...

Favorite Things · June 11, 2010

Friday Favorites ♥♥♥ — 6/11

Here are a few projects that I ♥♥♥ this week: You must see this "Tiny Party" from Lindsey @ The Pleated Poppy Chore Sticks@ Mummy Crafts Such a festive Patriotic Garland @ Craft-o-maniac "Believe" Pot Makeover @ In His Grip Megan's Fabric Wall Art @ Brassy ...

crafts, fashion, refashion, sewing projects · June 11, 2010

Anthro-inspired T-Shirt for $4

I am always on the lookout for stylish, cute t-shirts for the Summer. One of my favorite stores -- Anthropologie, recently had a great t-shirt they were selling. But for almost $80 I wondered if I could find a way to make something similar for a fraction of the cost. I bought two t-shirts on ...

crafts, guest tutorials, tutorial · June 10, 2010

Guest Project: Gingham & Pearl Necklace Tutorial

Hi! My name is Elizabeth and I'm so happy to be here on Tatertots and Jello today. I am the author of the blog, To Be Charmed. I post crafty tutorials, decor and just about anything else I find inspiring in hopes I inspire you too! Come on over and take a peek at my blog! Today I am going to ...

diy, guest tutorials, tutorial · June 9, 2010

Guest Project: Make an old Window into a Coffee Table!

Thank you so much, Jen, for inviting me to post here at Tatertots and Jello! This is my favorite craft blog, so it's truly an honor to be guest blogging today. I'm Emily, from Martha Shmartha. I'm a SAHM to Nate, 7, and Abbie, 4. They are my curly-haired sweethearts (when ...

crafts · June 8, 2010

Quatrefoil Wreath Tutorial

My Quatrefoil obsession continues. I decided to try to make a quatrefoil wreath to hang in front of my house. Here's what I did: 1. I took two small foam wreaths and cut it each in half with scissors. 2. Then I laid the pieces on my works surface and lined up the edges so it was even. ...

gift ideas, guest tutorials, tutorial · June 4, 2010

Guest Project: 20-Minute Gift Idea!

I am a mom, wife, decorater, crafter, TV going, thrift shopping sassy girl. I am pretty sure that I have a sickness when it comes to spray painting and drinking Diet Coke. I LOVE THEM!!! I would spray paint anything that didn't move. Really, I would. I sprayed plastic chairs and they turned ...

Uncategorized · June 3, 2010

End of School Year Tradition: Glitter Toes!

It's the last day of school at our house! And the day we have our end of the year tradition: Glitter Toes! My girls have been looking forward to this for weeks! One of my blogging idols -- Kami @ No Biggie clued me into this fun glittery craft last year. If you haven't ...