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Friday, August 26, 2011

Pennant Banner {take care of you!}

As most of you know, our dear Patrice here at LTC is expecting and is by far the cutest pregnant thing I've ever seen. Have a look see...

If you are an avid LTC reader I'm sure you have been following along with Patrice and her sweet babies story here and loved all of her precious room decor photos found here.

This week has landed my poor friend on bed rest once again, so my little gift is simple, yet just right for my crafty friend. xoxo my dear Patrice.

{What You'll Need}

Scrapbook Paper,
Flower & Pot,
2 Skewers,
Ribbon

Cut scrapbook paper in diamond shapes and fold over creating triangle {pennant} shapes.

Write message on scrapbook paper.

Adhere paper to skewers with mod podge and ribbon. Put skewers in potted plant.
Voila. A sweet way to let someone know you care.

Love you Patrice and Baby Burlew!
Happy Friday LTC!

Jessica

Friday, August 12, 2011

Free Printable {Baby Shower Gift}

What a unique way to share a special arrival with a close friend while adding a special touch to a gift. Here at Peppermint Plum, they offer the cutest {free} printable.

To use there quote with little variation, I downloaded the copy and transformed the font in Photoshop, then proceed to add the cutesie grasses and rosettes just as they suggested. I changed the colors as well.

I adore the saying and it was "goo goo-ed and aww-ed" overed at the shower.

Don't you just love {free} printables?

Just had to share this with you! Thanks for stopping by! Happy Friday, LTC Readers!

Jessica

Friday, August 5, 2011

"to do" list {endless options}

Some of us are approaching the first day of school; so why not jot down those last minute things you want to do before getting back to the grind?

{Materials}

11 3/4 x 36 inch frame
sharpie
scrapbook paper

{Let's Go to Work}

Place the scrapbook paper inside the frame behind the glass.

Tape the scrapbook paper together {I used three 12X 12 pieces}
Trim off any edges. {approx 1/4 in}
Use the marker to write down any "to do's" you have.
Check them off once you have completed them.

PS. The marker comes clean with Windex:)

Wouldn't this be fabulous for multiple lists? I can't wait to start on my Christmas list {stay tuned for that posting}.

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Friday LTC Readers;)
Jessica

Friday, July 15, 2011

Cupcake Toppers

As a last minute {scramble} for a friends birthday I invited a few people over for some yummy Caramanda's Cupcakes and some much needed girl time. What I didn't expect was to want to add more to the cupcakes?

So I rushed to the craft closet which you may remember from long ago and grabbed a few simple supplies that most everyone has on hand!

{Things You Need}
Ribbon Scraps
Double Sided Tape
Scissors
Wooden Skewers/Toothpicks

I used the tape to secure my ribbon around the skewer once I cut in to the desired height. Then trimmed the edges and ta-da! A simple way to add decoration to cupcakes, small appetizers {sandwiches, sausage balls, or even a new style of a drink umbrella}.

It was fast and literally took 5 min.

Thanks for stopping by and I would love to see what great ideas you have been getting from LTC. Stop by our FLICKR page or drop us a line on FB!

Jessica

Friday, July 1, 2011

Lacing Letters {Americana Style}

I actually went to Home Depot to find a new paint color for my bedroom, however the only thing I ended up coming home with was a ton of the free paint swatches and decided to make one of the nifty banners I often see on tons of blogs.

I also decided just to spruce it up a bit by adding a simple lacing project to it. I'm sure most of you remember playing with these in school.

{It was pretty simple}

Things you'll need
Paint Swatches {free}
Hole Punch
Ribbon

I would just visualize where I would need a hole and punch punch I went.
It was a fun project and super easy.

I love the finished product! Definitely my style.

Thanks for stopping by! Have a Safe and Happy 4th of July!

Jessica

Friday, June 17, 2011

Hammer Applique [Dad Style]

For a last minute add on to my Dad's car kit package that is filled with lots of car cleaning supplies and snacks [Shammy's, ArmorAll, sponges and things] I decided to go back to one of our earlier tutorials from Erin and make some of these simple no sew appliques.

Simply click here to see the full how to.

All you will need is a few supplies:

1. Shop Towels [found at your local auto parts store]
2. Fabric
3. Heat N' Bond [found at Hobby Lobby/Michael's]

Cut out my hammer template and began to work. [This could work with any design, I got so excited after I found out just how simple it was and how cheap the entire project was]

Viola! Shop towels for my Dad this Father's Day! What a fun way to let him know that you are thinking of him...in a crafty way;)

Enjoy your Father's Day Weekend. Thanks for stopping by! I'd love to see your appliques on our Flickr page!

Jessica

Friday, June 3, 2011

Citrus Inspired Water

Ahh..the sweet sound of..gulp!

This oh so easy Citrus Inspired Water Recipe is a fun way to spice up your water intake. Especially, for those of us who have a hard time getting in those eight glasses everyday. Lately, I haven't had any trouble considering the temps have been in the 90's! Yikes!

All you need is a nice glass pitcher (to keep things cold ) some sliced fruits and some mint sprigs (mine were free! Thanks neighbor!)

Next dump all ingredients in the pitcher and stir with spoon...chill in the refrigerator for a bit. Serve and voila! Refreshing I must say. The smells of all the fruits together is so nice and the mint is just the touch it needs.

If you stopped by last week you saw my Summertime Topiary using the drink umbrellas which I incorporated into my water drink this time as well! The Citrus Inspired Water is so colorful and fun I think it adds a nice touch to any table.

Thanks for stopping by. I'd love to know if you change up the recipe and find any other fun fruits that make a great combo!

Happy Friday!

Friday, May 20, 2011

Summertime Topiary

As the warm weather creeps up on us..and I know it's coming (fingers crossed). I get anxious for those sweet summer days lying pool side, drink in hand. Hence today's inspiration: The Summertime Topiary!

Supplies: topiary form, pot (I used a metal bucket) and some fun drink umbrellas (I bought a pack of 144 at my local party store which was plenty for this project)

I just randomly began placing the umbrellas half opened into the topiary.

Aren't these colors so fun! I was thinking this could be a great center piece for a Luau. Or just a great way to add some pizazz to your table if you are having a cocktail party.

Viola! Finished product. I love the colors and I decided to tie some ribbon around my bucket because well, we always need ribbon...right?

My table-scape. How fun is this! Stop back next time for a delicious citrus inspired recipe to top off your topiary!

Happy Friday!

Friday, May 6, 2011

Ribbon Wreath

This Ribbon Wreath is simple enough to make when you have just 5-10 minutes to spare and a hot glue gun raring to go!

I made it quite sometime ago, so I apologize for the lack of photographs. But considering it's simplistic instructions, you will be just fine with only a few steps.

Supplies:

styrofoam wreath ring
ribbon (2 rolls [3 yds each])
hot glue gun

All you need to do is wrap your ribbon around your wreath and hot glue in various spots pulling in tight.

For the {fun} decoration I used one of my broaches I often wear on one of my many cardigans!

Viola! A fun, funky addition for the front door and I can always change the broach!

Thanks for stopping by! Happy Friday!

Friday, April 22, 2011

T-Shirt Pom Poms

I've been wanting to make these super cute t-shirt pom poms for quite some time now. Unfortunately, I haven't really had a chance to make them and I haven't had much luck finding good tutorials to follow...until now.

As I was searching through some of my favorite blogs as I often do, I found this oh so simple tutorial here.

After following the steps I created this Easter wreath for my front door!

I really thought this was a great way to celebrate Easter as well as Earth Day!

I used a couple of my old shirts for the project, some scrapbook paper for the bunny silhouette and I covered the wreath with awesome printed packaging tape that you can purchase now in various prints!

This was by far one of the easiest projects yet!

Don't you just love the vibrant colors! It makes me feel so springy inside!

I also created extra pom poms for other parts of the house.

This would also be great for pom pom garland, place settings or topiary trees (which I attempted, but I need a new strategy..they were really heavy and kept falling over...boo..).

Thanks for stopping by, I'll be partying at these great linky sites!
Happy Friday, Happy Earth Day and Happy Easter Weekend!