DIY Project: Placemat into Diaper Clutch. I've got a good green, DIY-er mommy project for you today! So here's how this little project started out. I was getting tired of lugging around a big diaper bag on short errands just in the rare case my baby had a blowout away from home, when I almost never even open it. I wanted to get one of those little diaper change clutch thingies that just hold the essentials for one change: diaper, wipes, changing pad, that would fit into my purse.
(or now, my big Mommy bag) Then I decided to go to Target and check out the diaper wallet they had for $16.99. I thought it was a cool blue pattern and decided to pick a couple up and use the fabric to turn into my own travel sized diaper changing kit. So, here is what I did: (illustrations by GF Design ;-) 1) Get a placemat! 2) lay your travel sized wipes container on it to measure the height, add a couple inches, and trim off the top excess. 4) Sew the edges of the two pocket ends.
And you're done! Lovehome.co.uk: How to make an envelope cushion. Learn to Sew. T Shirt Shrug.
Boden Boulevard Necklace Knockoff. Did you know Mother’s Day is about a week and half away?? Eek!! I don’t know about you but I’m scrambling a bit here. ;) So I thought I’d help you out. Actually, Melissa and I are helping you out. :) Melissa sent in a Tutorial Request for a darling Boden Necklace – and I knew that it would be perfect for a Mother’s Day idea. Or a “I’m going to make that myself for Mother’s Day” idea. ;) Here is my version of the prettiness - And here is the Boden version – with a crazy retail value of $78 - I like the navy they used but I went for a more neutral color scheme.
This necklace is super easy!! Here’s what you’ll need to make it: twill or other ribbon (approx 50″) large link chain (you’ll need a piece about 13″ long) bead assortment – enough for 5 13″ strands beading cord crimp beads (10) (All supplies came from Michael’s) :) Start by weaving your twill piece through the links of the chain. Continue weaving the twill through until the chain piece is centered in the twill. Pretty cute already huh? Handmadebooks: I am the emperor.