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How to “Embroider” With a Standard Sewing Machine

Another handmade gift this Christmas arose from another family request.  Several Christmases ago, I ordered custom screenprinted shirts with my eldest daughter’s artwork on them.  They turned out great and I received requests to do it again with my younger daughter’s artwork.  The only problem 

Ruly Kids: Instant Elf Hats with Pajama Pants

My 6 year old came up with this super easy, cost-free tip to generate instant elves and cute photos.  The steps are simple and kids love it! Find a pair of pajama pants, leggings or other stretchy pants. Put them on your head! Results:

2011: Year of the Rudolph?

The most memorable decorations of 2011 for us have been Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer themed. Have you seen the Rudolph-ed cars driving around, complete with antlers tucked in the windows and red nose above the license plate?  They tend to belong to people who also wear Christmas sweaters and appear to be totally on top of their Christmas preparations.

My favorite, though was when my daughter came home from preschool Rudolph-ed.

Any other Rudolph sightings out there?

Ruly Kids: Easy Christmas Decorations

Since I have delayed on my decorating, my clever daughter has been picking up the slack for me!  Below are a few of her easy tips to create fun Christmas decorations. Tip #1: Get out your stuffed animals. Stuffed animals are the perfect Christmas decorations.  

2 Days Before Christmas: Scrubbing for Santa

Two days until the big day and we are running on fumes!  I braved Costco yesterday for some groceries and it was packed with both shoppers and sampling stations.  We had so many samples we went home completely full!  A man hawking red velvet cake