Category Archives: Crafts

Making Lip Balm

Posted on July 11, 2015 by carrie

I love my essential oils. I have been working hard at replacing many of the health and beauty products we buy with ones that we make. I finally decided to take on lip balm. I bought 50 of the cute … Continue reading →

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March on

Posted on March 3, 2013 by carrie

February has come and gone. March is here. I have been working on sewing. I even picked up a vintage Kenmore sewing machine at Salvation Army…now to find a bobbin carrier. Ice racing has come to an end..it ended similar … Continue reading →

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My next 30 day challenge

Posted on May 31, 2012 by carrie

My friend Amanda does a 30 days of dresses challenge every June. You are invited to join. I haven’t taken the plunge. I am going to take the challenge this year…sort of. With ChumpCar slated for the 30th of June, … Continue reading →

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Taking photos and more

Posted on May 20, 2012 by carrie

I just realized it is 2/3 of the way thru May and I haven’t blogged at all. I bet you are wondering where I have been. There is a one word answer to that: Busy. My DH is getting ready … Continue reading →

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Baby Shower Success!

Posted on March 27, 2012 by carrie

On Sunday, my DH and I hosted a baby shower for our new nephew B. His mom and dad were showered with love and gifts from both sides of New Daddy’s family. I decided to host a sports themed party. … Continue reading →

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Car Pillow Tutorial

Posted on February 29, 2012 by carrie

I was looking around the interwebs for some type of pillow to make for my kids to use when we go on our upcoming road trip. I found pillows I could purchase, but I wanted to sew one. Since I … Continue reading →

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I did it!

Posted on February 23, 2012 by carrie

I did it last night! I went and bought myself a vintage inspired dress. I also ordered a petticoat to go underneath it. I am so excited! I can’t wait to try it on. After measuring twice, I am confident … Continue reading →

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Camera Strap Cover

Posted on February 8, 2012 by carrie

I have seen a number of great tutorials for camera strap covers. I looked at a ton of them, and they have been on my to do list for a while now. Since I got a new camera this weekend, … Continue reading →

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