Scarf Re-Purpose Part II

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Okay, another crazy yet fun idea to re-purpose one of those scarves from that tangled up pile. Did you try out the last idea here?

This one is for a little lady...



And the fringes just flap around with each step.
Quite sassy.




**Suggestion: Try to cut into a scarf (or sweater) as little as possible. For any project. It's hard to cut the scarf and then sew it back together because of the woven pattern in each scarf. It's hard to get a strong seam.....with all of those loose ends of the woven scarf. So with each of these projects, I try to use the original sides or ends of each scarf as much as possible. It makes your project a lot easier. Just though I'd mention that.


Start with a wide and stretchy scarf with a stringy fringe at each end. Make sure the width will fit around the front half of your little girl's waist and legs.



Then cut off enough from both ends (front and back piece) to have enough length for the skirt and a casing for the elastic at the top. And then add some more length to that because once she puts it on and stretches it out, it will shorten in length. Make sense?

Then sew it together along both sides, staying really close to the edge. And then make another seam or a zig-zag seam. (I know, it looks pretty narrow....but it stretches well.)




**I cut a lot of length off of the fringe. But left just enough to give some movement.**


Then make yourself a casing for your elastic. (Need help? Use this tutorial here.)





That's it. Another quick and easy little scarf project.
Go on, give it a try!

Scarf Re-purpose Part I

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Do you have a pile of winter accessories? Are there several scarves all tangled together, waiting for another winter to roll around? Or did you buy several at the end of last season because $0.50 for a scarf is hard to pass up......so why not buy 7? (So maybe that last one is what happened to me. And with a pile of clearanced scarves, what was I going to do with them all?)

I have a Scarf Re-purpose series for you all to see.............re-purposing scarves into something else.

Part I?




A sweet little hat for any little guy or girl, no matter the age.
Perfect for adults too.




**Suggestion: Try to cut into a scarf (or sweater) as little as possible. For any project. It's hard to cut the scarf and then sew it back together because of the woven pattern in each scarf. It's hard to get a strong seam.....with all of those loose ends of the woven scarf. So with each of these projects, I try to use the original sides or ends of each scarf as much as possible. It makes your project a lot easier. Just though I'd mention that.


Start with a wide scarf that has fringe at each end. (Test it out to make sure the the width of the scarf will stretch wide enough for the front half of the head.)



Then take enough off each end of the scarf to give the hat enough length plus several more inches to be folded under. (I added a good 3-4 inches.....because as it stretches it shortens.)



Then the two pieces together along each side......leaving the bottom and top open.



Turn right side out and then gather the scarf fringe in one hand.......



And then use thick thread (quilting thread), yarn, string, or anything strong enough to wrap tightly without breaking. Wrap your string right below the fringe, winding very tightly to seal off the top.



Then turn under the bottom edge of the hat and sew into place. And if you need to sew it several times to keep the threads of the scarf from unraveling, go ahead do so. Make your stitches big so that you don't stretch out the scarf as you're sewing. Otherwise after you tuck it under, it won't lay flat.



Try it on yourself, your little one, or whoever it's for and measure the length of hat you'd like. Fold under the rest and pin in place.



Then, along the side seams, tack the inside flap in place by sewing and back-stitching over and over again.


(And if necessary, trim the ends of your fringe, so that it looks more like a pom-pom rather than a pony tail... Haha!)


That's it.
Easy, quick, and cozy.

A special sort of Sponsor/Giveaway/Local Party post

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Okay, I have something so fun for you all.

And something a little extra special for those living in the Rexburg/Idaho Falls or nearby area. (I'll get to that in a minute..)

I have got to introduce you to a great new place to visit.

I was recently introduced to a fabulous site called Recessionista.

I fell in love.
There, I found tons of super trendy and oh-so-sassy jewelry, shoes, bags, and more......all name brands, for incredible prices. Recessionista is perfect for the woman on a tight budget but with some serious cravings for fashionable pieces for her wardrobe.
Is that you?
Then you're going to love this.

Recessionista hosts at home parties, where they bring designer products to you and your friends at incredibly enticing prices. Right now, the at home parties are only available in Idaho and Utah but they are working on creating online parties, where all are welcome to join. But if you peek at their site, there are always weekly online specials (perfect for you who are further away) and frequent giveaways. So follow, bookmark, or stalk Recessionista.....you'll be glad that you did.

Their inventory is always changing with the newest and most unique styles....so check back often.

Just check out some of their sample jewelry...

And okay, do you have a small addiction to shoes?

This may be bad for your health then.

And I know it's no longer summer, but check out these sandals. So. Darn. Cute.

Or are bags your thing? Can't you see yourself with more than one of these?
Gorgeous.

There are even some options for the little girls in your life.

Want to come to a party?

For those of you in the Rexburg/Idaho Falls (Idaho) and surrounding areas.....you are all invited (if you're close enough to make the trip) to come to the next Recessionista party, scheduled to take place in Rexburg. There will be a huge blowout sale with tons of things to simply look at......or to purchase and take home with you. Oooh, the options. And why not? It's at least fun to browse and try a few things on.

Okay, and I'm totally not a trend setter or an extremely fashionable gal....but I sure like to have something here or there that's new and fun to wear when I'm going out with that sweet husband of mine. Mmmm......I love to feel like a lady. So these fun pieces at great prices are right up my alley. So I'm definitely going. Yep, I'm completely intrigued and want to see one of these Recessionista parties in action. (And if you're going to be there, it would be great to meet any of you.)

When: Thursday, November 19th, 6-10 p.m.

Where: Tuscany Clubhouse
440 S 2nd W
Rexburg, ID 83440

Who: Anyone and everyone. Hope to see you there.

**At the party, they will be clearancing out their fall/winter shoes.....with shoes starting at $9.99.

One more party bonus? You will be able to use a coupon to receive $5 off of every $25 you spend. How's that for a great deal?



(Click on the image to enlarge, print it off, and then bring it with you to the party. And each of you must have your own.)

And that's not all. Recessionista is offering a fabulous giveaway to all of you. Recessionista is offering a $50 credit towards anything. Yep, anything. And this is something that any of you are able to enter to win and can be mailed to you. (Or if the winner is local, the credit can be used at the party next Thursday.)

**Please note: You must enter in a separate comment for each entry. Thanks.

How to enter?

• Leave me a comment with your email address (so I can contact you if you win).

Want to be added in again?

• Follow Recessionista on their blog here, through google reader, or on your own blog. (And then let me know that you are doing so, in another comment.)
  

Another entry?

• Put the Recessionista button on your blog. (Click here and look on the right sidebar for the necessary code. Let me know in another comment.)

ONE more?

• Go on over to http://www.recessionistaparty.com/ and leave a comment over there as to what your favorite item is from the whole site......even items not listed with a price. (And then leave another comment over hear, telling me that you did.)
  

The giveaway closes on Tuesday, November 17th, at 11:59 p.m. (mountain)

Good luck!

And maybe I'll see you at the party.

Hope so.



Thanks again Recessionista for providing us with some fabulous items, all at affordable prices.


You can find Recessionista, along with my other sponsors, on my sidebars.

If you are also interested in becoming a sponsor, (non-handmade items included) please contact me for more details.

makeitandloveit@gmail.com

Sponsor and GIVEAWAY time!!

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Are you ready to peek into another shop?
Another fabulous shop with really great things to show you.






Sarah, the owner and designer of The Pitter Patter Boutique, is a mom to two who opened her shop as a way "to offer a hip and stylish place for moms to shop". And hip and stylish it is.

Let me just show you.


First of all, Sarah has designed her own Toss Me Not Sippy-Cup-Holders found here.



You know how hard it is to keep those sippy cups off the floor while cruisin' in that stroller, sitting in the carseat, or eating lunch in the highchair. But Sarah's Sippy Cup Holders keep those sippies right in place. And the color designs are just adorable.





And there is also a huge variety of nursing covers found here. The perfect, yet stylish way to keep things hidden.




Awwww, and check out these adorable little Grow Baby Onesies found here. What a sweet way to document all of the huge changes baby's go through each month of their lives.



And who doesn't love the look of these fabulous little Baby Legs found here. Helps to keep those little legs nice and cozy.



Need a great gift idea? Or even something new for yourself? Check out these burp cloths found here. The styles are endless.




Oh, and I about died when I saw these little snuggly little Blankets by AllyZabby found here. The incredibly soft texture will be sure to find its way into a child's arms.



Wow, the loveliness of the items in Pitter Patter Boutique is just perfect.


And yes, you've got it....Sarah is providing several things for a giveaway here on Make It and Love It.
Sarah is giving away 4 Toss Me Not Sippy Cup Holders for 4 different winners.
Yes, 4 of you will be winners of this giveaway.
And you get to select your own color choice too. Love that!

**Please note: You must enter in a separate comment for each entry. (Example: If you'd like 5 extra entries for visiting a shop, you must enter 5 different comments, in addition to any other entries/comments.) Thanks.

How to enter?

• Leave me a comment with your email address (so I can contact you if you win).

Want to be added in again?

• "Follow" my blog. Add yourself over on the right sidebar......scroll down a bit. (Already are? You're automatically entered in again. Just remind me.)

Another entry?

• Put my button on your blog. Directions for how to do so are on my left sidebar.......scroll down a bit. (Already have one? Just remind me in your comment.)

Another entry?

• Make a post about this giveaway on your own blog with a link. Yup, share the love with your friends.
  

Okay, another 5 entries?!?!

• Go on over to www.the pitterpatterboutique.com and look around for a while and choose your favorite item. Tell me your choice in your comment.

The giveaway closes on Monday, November 16th, at 11:59 p.m. (mountain)

Good luck!



Thanks again Sarah! Your shop is simply amazing and each of your items would be perfect for any mom and/or baby!



You can find The Pitter Patter Boutique, along with my other sponsors, on my sidebars.

If you are also interested in becoming a sponsor, (non-handmade items included) please contact me for more details.

makeitandloveit@gmail.com

Re-purposing: Girls Pants Part II

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Have you noticed my newest sponsor down a little ways on my let sidebar?

Kari from Ucreate is hosting a Holiday Boutique from Nov. 30th - Dec. 7th. What a perfect way to find great crafts and discounts all in one place for your holiday shopping. Mark those calendars.

Did you see the winner of the Teacups and Mudpies giveaway? Scroll down to check it out...
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First of all, thanks for the great response for the tie pattern. Wow. You've all been seriously kind. And good luck with creating them. You'll have a great time!


Okay, on to a new pair of pants that I made for my little lady.



Nice and comfy pants......at no cost to me. I used the same pattern as the pants here. But this time I cut out a flower shape and added a ruffle.



I used an old pink t-shirt and some scraps of a brown knit shirt for the backing. Make note that my flower isn't perfect and if you make different size petals, it adds character. (at least that's what I tell myself!!) So you can free-hand some petals or cut some out with paper and trace around them onto the pant leg before sewing it all together. And I used more of the brown to create a ruffle around the bottom. I decided the length that I wanted it (add an inch or two for growth....) and then made it twice as wide as the length of the pant leg all the way around. That will ensure a good gather. If you're new to creating a ruffle, use the tutorial here. I didn't hem the top or the bottom though because I used knit, which doesn't fray.




And that's it.

Another pair of pants for your little miss to feel comfortable in.

Winner Posted

Yay........one of you is going to win a great gift card towards a huge variety of things at Teacups and Mudpies. And thank goodness I don't have to decide on the winner.

We'll leave that to random.org

Out of 1313 total entries.....who will it be?

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

1193 

Timestamp: 2009-11-10 17:25:32 UTC

And who is #1193?

The Tarin Family said...

#1 - This is me leaving my email address...
(sorry, avoiding spam...)

November 8, 2009 1:19 PM

Congrats Tarin Family! I will be contacting you shortly with more info.

And thanks to everyone for participating!

The TIE PATTERN

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Yay......I have finally finished the little guy tie pattern.

Sorry for the delay. It just takes a bit of time to translate everything I do, into written instructions.

But it's done.

And I have a feeling you're going to just love this.

And yeah, not only because each little boy needs a tie.....but because he needs 5 or 6.
All made by you.

(which is possible at the price it will cost you to make them yourself.)




This handsome little boy tie is the perfect little addition to spruce up any outfit. With this pattern you'll be able to make many sizes, use any fabric, and match a variety of outfits. The adjustable neck is great for boys of all sizes and can be worn under a collar or has a finished look that can be worn exposed. It doesn't matter the time of year, your little guy will look his best for any occasion in his new tie.

The pattern includes directions for children’s sizes 0-6 months through 3T. (7.5, 9, 10.5, and 12 inch ties.)



The pattern is best for beginner/intermediate sewers. However, I have included almost 40 pages of very detailed pictures/instructions for even the most beginner sewers to give a try.

Hey, why not? It's a project that's worth making....many times.

Just look at that tie wrapped around that chunky little neck and covering up that sweet pudgy belly. I just want to squeeze my little guy to bits every time he wears his little ties.
Such a handsome little fella.




Buy the pattern in my etsy shop here.

I'm still working on the bootie pattern.
It will be another week or two before it's done.