How to Make a Margaret Tiger Costume
This year my three-year-old daughter changed her mind many times about what she wanted to be for Halloween. She wanted to be a pumpkin. She wanted to be a snake.…
HOW TO BUILD A DIY FIRE PIT IN 1 HOUR
Every house or property NEEDS to have an outdoor fire pit. Some of our family’s favorite memories have been spent around a bonfire or campfire. Whether you like to roast…
How to Unwind a Hank of Yarn Without Any Special Tools (Two Ways)
I remember it clearly. The first time I encountered a hank of yarn. I went to a local yarn shop in Pittsburgh and bought what was clearly a superior variety…
Mountain Wall Mounted Coat Rack: A Very Scrap Wood Project
Need somewhere to hang your coats? Need to use up some scrap wood? Love mountain ranges? Then I have a project for you! Introducing, a wall coat rack made with…
The Ultimate Guide to Fair Trade Toys: Making and Buying Toys Ethically
Since we have been talking about being an eco-friendly maker, I thought it would be a good time to bring up something else that’s near and dear to my heart:…
Meet the Maker | Clarissa Soap Maker on How to Make Cold Process Soaps
Almost a year ago we had our first “meet the maker” on the Making Life – Meet the Maker with Shennandoah Ditter. Today we’re introducing another good friend who is…
How to Make an Easy Mermaid Art Canvas With Buttons and Your Cricut
Mermaids are so popular right now! And why not? They’re imaginative, beautiful, and enchanting. So why not create a bit of mermaid art for your home? To get started you’ll…
DIY Felt Board Tutorial
I went down memory lane the other day and found a very old tutorial I had written about a felt board. I thought it would be nice to share that…
How to Freeze Blueberries and Strawberries: What to Do With Frozen Blueberries and Strawberries
We love to pick berries. This year we hit up the strawberry patch and the blueberry patch. The kids enjoy u-picks and so do I! Most people pick more berries…
Free Summer Responsibility Chart Idea for Kids
The summertime can be really fun. Vacations. Swimming. Sunshine. No school. It can also be an unsettling time for some. If your kids go off to school from fall to…
