Brown Sugar And Caramel Body Scrub

There is nothing that feels better than coming out of a warm shower feeling silky smooth and smelling so delicious that you could devour your own self. I have experimented off on on with different body scrub recipes in the past. My newest creation is going to have you wanting to eat the scrub straight from the jar you put it in! And you totally could if you wanted it since it is 100% all natural.

Ingredients:

1 Cup Brown Sugar (light or dark will both work fine)
1/2 Cup Coconut Oil
1 Tbsp Caramel Extract
3 Tbsp Granulated White Sugar

Directions:

Mix all ingredients well in a mixing bowl. Place in a covered container and store in a cool place.

Usage:

You can use this on your body anytime you need a gentle yet effective exfoliation. Gather a small amount into the palm of your hand and exfoliate any area of your body in a circular motion until the sugar has dissolved. Repeat as often as you like!

Check out this quick video demonstration to see just how easily and quickly this Brown Sugar and Caramel Body Scrub comes together.

DIY Valentine's Day Puzzle Heart Picture Frame With Free Printable

Reuse leftover puzzle pieces in this simple-to make craft project. This craft can easily be altered to be perfect for little crafters. *see alterations below for the small crafters in your life.*

Materials:

Frame
Puzzle Pieces
Chrome Spray Paint (or any color or texture you desire)
Hot Glue (or other adhesive glue like E6000)
Exacto Knife

*Make it kid friendly with these materials*

Frame
Puzzle Pieces
Acrylic Paints
Paintbrushes
Elmer's Glue (or Tacky Glue)



*If doing this project with your kids DO NOT allow children to use any sharp objects like an Exacto knife or hot objects like a hot glue gun*

When I decided to do this puzzle frame I didn't have any puzzles lying around that I could use. I am always looking for cheap projects to create so I hopped on over to my local Dollar Tree to look through their puzzles. They had several 500 piece puzzles and only one box of 100 pieces. I picked up a few of the 500 and the only 100 piece box they had on hand. Out of the two sizes I really like how the larger pieces turned out. I picked the Plaid heart photo frames up at Walmart for $0.97 each.

Directions: 
*I made two of these frames two different ways. I will talk about the pros and cons of each method*

1. Line the center of your frame where your photo will sit with the flat edges of your puzzle pieces. Once you have them lined up the way you like them glue them down with the glue option of your choice. *You can paint your frame before or after you glue your pieces down. I think it's just as easy to do this all in one step at the end.*

Note: * I did this on both methods and it works great. First method I glued the puzzle pieces down raw side facing out. On the second frame I actually spray painted the puzzle pieces BEFORE gluing them down. Out of the two methods I prefer gluing the puzzle pieces picture side facing out and waiting to paint until last. If you are doing the kid version you will want to paint the pieces with acrylic paint first and allow them to dry before moving on to the next step.*

2. Once you have the center puzzle pieces glued down you can start adding your other puzzle pieces to the frame working your way out.

Note: *If you have any puzzle pieces hanging over the edge you can use your Exacto knife to clean up the edges.*

3. Once you have your first layer of puzzle pieces glued down you can start adding second and third layers. Add as many layers as you like.

4. Once you have all the puzzle pieces glued down you can spray paint your finished frame.
*I painted my first frame with this pink spray but didn't like how it looked so I went back over it with chrome and I liked it much better!*

Note: *If you are doing the kid version once the acrylic pain has dried you can glue your puzzle pieces to the frame.*

5. I traced the frame's heart onto a thick piece of felt board. I cut it out to fit behind the printable I made to give it a little extra security. I picked the felt board up at Walmart for $1.97 each.

Note: I created this free printable that you can download and use for your personal use only. DO NOT sell this printable.*

6. I also traced out the same size heart from the 5x7 printable I created and printed onto photo paper. Place it in your new frame and you're done!

7. As an extra step you should seal your frame with Plaid Modge Podge Spray (Don't use the matte finish as it will take away from the chrome shine on your frame).


Out of the two methods I tried I prefer adding paint to the finished side of the puzzle pieces as it gives it a more finished look. I also prefer using larger puzzle pieces. It doesn't look as busy that way, more clean cut if you will. What I took from my first try is to remove all hot glue strings before placing your puzzle pieces down. This will keep you from having them show up once you spray paint your finished frame.

If you are like me and are more of a visual person I have created a video tutorial for you. In the video tutorial I will be working with the larger puzzle pieces.

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Happy crafting!

No Sew Quilted Christmas Tree Skirt

Are you looking for the perfect shabby chic Christmas tree skirt but don't want to pay the over rated prices? This is the perfect tutorial for you then! This required NO sewing skills, only a few materials, and patience.

When I began thinking about this project I had a "cheap" project in mind. I didn't want to spend a ton of money on fancy fabrics especially since my DIY Christmas Tree Skirt was only going to be seen for a few weeks out of the year. I decided to skip the fabric store and head straight over to the Goodwill. It didn't take me very long to find what I was looking for. I purchased a set of red canvas curtains for $2.99, a large king sized blanket for $3.99, and a cream colored flat sheet for only $1.99. I'd say I'm off to a pretty good start with keeping my prices in check!

Now, because I have purchased random fabrics from Goodwill I don't have exact yardage of fabrics to share with you for this project. But I hope by me sharing the sizes of the materials used you will have a general idea.

Other Materials Needed:

Hot Glue Gun (High Temp will work best)
Glue sticks ( I went through about 6 large hot glue sticks.)
Scissors or a rotary cutter
straight pins
An old Christmas tree Skirt for tracing purposes (not necessary as you could cut your own circle)

Process:

Before you start reading the process I want to note that I have posted a video tutorial below for those of you who are more visual like myself. There are instructions there as well.

Step 1:
Take your base (here I'm using the king sized blanket from Goodwill) and lay it out on a large flat surface. Place your tree skirt (for tracing purposes only) on top and trace around the skirt making a circle onto your base fabric
Step 2:
Cut out your circle from your base fabric.
Step 3:
Take your newly cut circle and fold it in half once forming a half circle. The fold it in half once more. Now cut a semi circle out from the corner that you have just created. (see video tutorial for hands on directions. This circle you have just cut out will be what goes around the bottom of your tree.
Step 4:
Cut a straight line from the outside of your base to the new center circle you have just created. This will allow you to open the tree skirt so you can place it around your tree base.
Step 5:
Take the fabric you will use for your ruffles and cut them in 4 inch wide strips. They can be any length you like. However, I found that longer lengths helps the process move along faster. 54 inch lengths worked well for me.
Step 6:
Start at the bottom of your base fabric and hot flue your first strip over the edge so to cover the raw edge of the split.
Step 7:
Pull the strip to the front and hot glue the very edge down.
Step 8:
Using your straight pins create pleats in your strips. Once you finish pleating the entire strip you can start to glue it down.
Step 9:
Add about a 6 inch strip of glue where you want your strip of fabric to lay then place your strip of fabric down into the glue. Allow the glue to cool before removing your pins. When you remove the pins add a drop of glue (tiny drop) to the top corners of your pleats that will be hidden with the next row and glue them down. This helps the ruffles to lay nicer.
Step 10: 
Repeat this process for every strip of fabric and every new row you create until you have reached the center circle. With every new row let about 1-2 inches of fabric hang over your previous row.
Step 11:
Once you have added all of your rows of ruffles fabric you can add fabric or ribbon to the seam to allow you to tie your new skirt onto your tree.

Video Tutorial: (full directions in the video)

Every Nursing Mother Should Have A Great Nursing Bra

When I delivered my first daughter I didn't know anything about nursing little less nursing bras. I used a hand-me-down nursing bra from an un-named store. It was slightly too big and the wire in it pushed against my ribs causing a bruising sensation. The inner lining itched my nipples and the skin around my breast, not to mention how the straps dug in deeper and deeper by the hour into my shoulders. It wasn't until I had my son that I wised up.

When you are breastfeeding the last thing you need is an ill fitting bra. You need a nursing bra that fits properly, has easy access to nurse your baby and most of all is comfortable to wear. With Nummies you get to have your cake and eat it to! They make comfortable everyday nursing bras to sexy fashion nursing bras that are still just as comfortable for everyday use. The Nummies Nursing bra was by far the most comfortable bra I had while nursing. The straps stayed comfortably in place and never dug into my shoulders, and the cups were soft and not irritating to the sensitive nipple area. Nursing alone is enough to irritate your nipples in the first few weeks. No sense in having your bra add to those problems.

Everyday Nursing Bra

* Go in comfort and style from baby yoga to your afternoon play date!

* No underwire and soft, supportive cotton give you the comfort you need.

* Easily adjust the straps after each feeding to keep the bra fitting properly as the size of your breast changes during the day.

* Easy wash and wear cotton is breathable and simple to care for making the Everyday bra perfect for pregnancy, just after baby comes and for as long as you are breastfeeding

* The Everyday Nursing Bra is great for sleeping and for fitness 

Fashion Nursing Bra With Lace

* Perfect under anything or on its own

* The Fashion nursing bra with lace is a favourite at Nummies, a must for every stylish mom

* All the features of their t-shirt bra with lace accents

* Underwire and a molded cup give maximum support and a beautiful seamless fit to this nursing bra

* Convertible straps allow fashionable moms the versatility they need

* The deep cut gives a sexy shape and remains hidden under plunging necklines, tank tops and dresses

Style Nursing Bra

* Invisible under your favourite little white t-shirt

* Show off those gorgeous mama curves in the Style nursing bra!

* A molded cup give maximum support and a beautiful seamless fit to this nursing bra

* Convertible straps allow fashionable moms the versatility they need

* The deep cut gives a sexy shape and remains hidden under plunging necklines, tank tops and dresses

* Molded cups hide nursing pads and nipples

Fashion T-Shirt Nursing Bras

* Invisible under your favourite little white t-shirt

* Show off those gorgeous mama curves!

* Underwire and a molded cup give maximum support and a beautiful seamless fit to this nursing bra

* Convertible straps on the T-Shirt nursing bra allow fashionable moms the versatility they need

* The deep cut gives a sexy shape and remains hidden under plunging necklines, tank tops and dresses

* Molded cups hide nursing pads and nipples 

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Do You Want To Build A Snowman? | Hot Glue Snowman Ornament | Tutorial

Do you wanna build a snowman? Well come along with me on this super short and very easy Christmas ornament craft tutorial. This is an easy hot glue snowman ornament tutorial. This handcrafted Christmas ornament is a unique Christmas ornament that is very easy to make. It takes less than 5 minutes and looks fabulous on your tree. 

Supplies needed:

Hi Temp hot glue gun
hot glue sticks
tinfoil
glass beads
pipe cleaner or something else to make the nose. (I used a button that I broke into small pieces.)
string

Instructions: (I will have a video guided tutorial below for all of you visual learners)

Step 1:
Start with a small piece of tinfoil on your work space.
Step 2:
Cut a piece of string and tie a knot in one end forming a loop.
Step 3:
Lay the string on the tinfoil.
Step 4:
Start squeezing hot glue onto the end of your string that has a knot on it. Continue squeezing out hot glue in a circular like fashion.
Step 5:
While the glue is still hot add  a glass bead for each eye and 5-6 glass beads for the mouth. Also add in your snowman's nose.
Step 6:
Place in the freezer until completely cooled.
Step 7:
Peel your new snowman ornament off the tinfoil and hang on your tree! 


Let me walk you through step by step in this easy to follow video tutorial. And don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you never miss out on another post! 

Kids Christmas Tree Ornament | Craft Tutorial

If you are looking for that perfect Christmas craft to do with your kids this holiday season then look no further! This is the perfect kids craft for Christmas time. You don't need very many supplies and most kids preschool age and up can help complete this project.

We will be making a Christmas Tree picture frame ornament that can be hung on your tree for many years to come. The personalized ornaments make nice custom ornaments that you and your kids can enjoy year after year. You can make these as a child or baby's first Christmas ornament. Or if you are a pet lover who loves to display their pets on their tree, then you can use your pets favorite picture as well. Regardless if you have a large Christmas tree or a small Christmas tree, the wooden photo ornaments are sure to make Christmas fun! If your kids are anything like mine they really enjoy doing kids art and this is the perfect crafts for children. 

Supplies needed:

Popsicle sticks
school glue (hot glue is OK just make sure an adult helps)
buttons/embellishments 
ribbon
scrapbook paper or card stock for the back
a picture
paint and or markers (you could also use crayons)
scissors 

Instructions: (There is a video tutorial below for those of you who are more "visual" like myself.)

Step 1:
For each ornament you will need 4 Popsicle sticks. You will need to paint or color with a marker 3 of the sticks green. The fourth stick you will paint or color with a marker brown. 
Step 2:
Once your paint has dried (skip the drying process if you are using markers) you need to take the green sticks and form a triangle and glue each corner together. You can use school glue, wood glue or a hot glue gun like I did. If you use a hot glue gun make sure an adult is doing that part. If you are using a glue that needs to dry then allow it to fully dry before moving on. 
Step 3:
Use your newly created triangle to trace around the picture you want to use. Cut out the triangle and glue to picture to the back so you can see the picture from the front.
Step 4: 
Take a piece of ribbon and form a loop. Glue the ribbon to the tip of the tree about 1.5 inches down. This is what you will hang your ornament with.
Step 5:
Trace another triangle from the triangle you have created on some festive scrapbook paper. And glue that down to the back side of the picture. You will be covering up the part of the ribbon you glued down here in this step.
Step 6:
Take the brown Popsicle stick and glue it to the center of the back of your picture to create the stump of your tree.
Step 7:
Decorate your tree with buttons or any other embellishment you would like to use.

That's it! You're finished! If you would like to see a step by step video on how we created our Christmas Tree ornaments then please what this video! And if you never want to miss out on a video I upload please click SUBSCRIBE «««

Easy Scrap Fabric Christmas Balls

As an avid crafter I find myself having a very hard time parting with much of anything. The thought is always in the back of my mind, "What could I use that for in the future?" I save things from old broken jewelry, clothes that don't fit or are no longer fit to be worn in public, screws, light bulbs, you name it, I keep it! Some may say I have a hoarders tendency. I say waste not want not! So as you can imagine, I want to save even that very small 1 inch by 3 inch piece of scrap fabric that has been left behind from an old DIY project. The question is, what do you do with all those pieces of scraps that are otherwise useless? You make something of course!

I came up with the perfect way to no longer let those pieces of scraps go to waste. Save them and make Christmas ornaments with them. You can do this with beautiful Christmas fabric, old children's clothing, old sheets, etc. This is by far the easiest craft you will ever do and the only thing you should have to spend money on is your Christmas ornament if you don't already have them lying around. Most crafters should have all these materials lying around.

Supplies Needed:

*Christmas ball (glass or acrylic)
*Scrap fabric pieces
*Modge Podge
*Paint brush or foam brush
*Cup (or something similar for allowing your ball to dry)
*glitter, and or other notions to further decorate your ball. (not necessary)

Here is a quick and simple video tutorial to help you make a beautiful scrap fabric ball of your own!
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