Fashion for kids: Pimp those baby pants!

 Fashion for kids: Pimp those baby pants!Sewing patternsFor the newborn pants shown above you’ll need to cut two rectangles of fabric 4″x7″ each.  For the Big Butt Baby Pants I use that size for the newborn size only. I usually cut 4.5″x8″ for the medium sizes (3-12 months) and 5″x9″ for the larger sizes (18-24 months/2T).  And good grief you can use these pockets for just...

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Craft flower for home: Scalloped Paper Lamp

  Craft flower for home:  Scalloped Paper Lamp (in only 1 hour and 25 minutes)So, let's get on with the show...What you need:a paper lantern(you can do as many as you like - I embellished 2)fabric(I had 4 scraps measuring 27.5 inches x 9 inches each ...that would come out to be approximately one yard or 1/2 yard per lamp)fabric glue(I used Elmer's Craft Bond fabric and paper glue)scissorsI...

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Gift presents for women: Fendi Frill tutorial

yes on the amazing oversized, billowy, ruffled frills adorning the Fall 2010 runway looks at Fendi. We immediately wanted one and just couldn’t imagine having to wait another several months to actually see these frills materialize. With some research, persistence, and umpteen botched attempts, we finally figured out a fail-proofpattern. And obviously, we’re sharing it with you!  Gift presents...

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Crafty jewelry: Make Easy Two-Bead Earrings

Crafty jewelry: Make Easy Two-Bead Earrings Jewelry makingFor the basic version, you'll need:Two pairs of beads: one large, one small Two eyepins, 2 inches long, around 21 gauge (.028 inch) One pair of earwire hooks with open loops Round-nose pliers  Use special beads that stand out for the larger ones, and simple beads in a coordinating color for the smaller ones. Start by slipping a large...

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