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Fox Mosaic Craft

March 14, 2021 by Stephanie 1 Comment

Fox Mosaic Craft

Are you looking for a fun craft to keep the kids and their friends busy? This fox mosaic craft is an fun craft to make.

My daughter and I created this craft for her birthday celebration at school. We needed a simple craft that was easy and quick for the kids to make.

My daughter loves foxes and insisted that she have a fox craft. After searching the stores and the internet, we came up with the idea that we would make our own. So, we came up with this totally customized craft for her birthday.

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Gluten-Free Beef Jerky

March 14, 2021 by Stephanie 2 Comments

Gluten-Free Beef Jerky

This gluten-free beef jerky recipe is simple but delicious. We love this recipe for it’s simplicity and for it being a versatile snack. It is also a nutritious packed snack everyone enjoys.

My kids love this and it doesn’t last long around here. I find myself having to make multiple batches to keep up with the demand.

Read on to get my FREE printable recipe card later in this post.

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How to Loom Knit a Hat

March 14, 2021 by Stephanie 2 Comments

How to Loom Knit a Hat

I’d like to teach you how to make this easy loom knit hat. It also includes a brim and pom-pom. This is an easy and quick hat to knit for beginners.

Only using one skein of super bulky yarn, it makes this project easy and fast to complete. Taking about an hour to make.

Let me show you from start to finish how to make this hat. I also include a YouTube tutorial with this post.

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How to make a spring vase with mod podge

February 27, 2021 by Stephanie 2 Comments

How to make a spring vase with mod podge

Learn how to make a spring vase using mod podge and tissue paper. An easy and fun craft to welcome spring.

While I was cleaning up the kids stuff, I can across a little jar my daughter made at school. It inspired me to make a larger version to hold some pretty fresh flowers. To help welcome spring and stop thinking about all this snow we have been getting, I put this spring vase together.

This blog post is also in a blog collaboration with my blogging friends Janelle from The Crowed Table Farmstead and Kaylee from Farmstead Over Heels. You can check out their spring blog posts towards the end of this blog.

I show you in a step by step tutorial how to make it. Included at the bottom of this post is a YouTube video tutorial as well.

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Gluten-Free Chocolate Truffle Lava Cake

February 17, 2021 by Stephanie 5 Comments

Gluten-Free Chocolate Truffle Lava Cake

Need a gluten-free dessert for Valentines day? Girl, I got you! This gluten-free chocolate truffle lava cake is perfect.

This is a twist on the traditional lava cake. Its truffle-licious!

Even if your not gluten-free you will love this little cake too!

I have a special guest help me make them, watch the YouTube video tutorial below and find out who helped me.

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Chenille Yarn Tree

February 7, 2021 by Stephanie 1 Comment

Chenille Yarn Tree

I created this tutorial on how to make a chenille yarn tree. See how these chenille yarn trees add some handmade decoration to your home.

We recently had a lot of snow around here. It inspired me to make this craft. I’d like to share it with you. Maybe you will get inspired to make some too.

Trees aren’t just for Christmas.

The great thing about these trees are that they are décor that you can leave up all winter.

The chenille yarn trees are versatile and fit into lots of home décor themes. They also add texture to your room.

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10 Reasons Why You Should Crochet

February 4, 2021 by Stephanie 3 Comments

10 Reasons Why You Should Crochet

I will discuss the 10 reasons why you should crochet today. Did you know that crochet is for everybody? Not just your grandma any more. There are great crochet communities to join and get involved in sharing the joy of the craft of crocheting.

Read on and let me tell you why.

But wait there’s more.

With this post I am offering you 5 Free Printable Crochet Coloring Pages. Sign up to get yours today!

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Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes

February 2, 2021 by Stephanie 6 Comments

Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes

Learn how to make these yummy gluten-free banana pancakes for a quick, easy breakfast!

This recipe is a simple addition to your breakfast menu. It is very easy to make.

Free recipe and YouTube tutorial at end of post.

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DIY Foaming Hand Soap

January 24, 2021 by Stephanie Leave a Comment

DIY Foaming Hand Soap

Learn how to make this easy DIY foaming hand soap with just 3 ingredients.

Now that everyone is washing their hands more these days, this foaming hand soap is a great addition to your home.

Read on to see how simple it is to make your own foaming hand soap.

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The Melanie Cowl Crochet Pattern

January 18, 2021 by Stephanie 1 Comment

The Melanie Cowl Crochet Pattern

Introducing the Melanie Cowl Crochet Pattern. Easy beginner crochet pattern that uses only one skein of yarn. The Melanie cowl in a super bulky yarn weight will keep you warm in the cold weather.

Get wrapped up in this super comfy and cute cowl this winter. You will have this whipped up in no time!

This super bulky yarn has a hint of alpaca incorporated in it. I just love the touch of alpaca in this yarn. Furthermore, I picked this color because it reminded me of the modern country farmhouse colors that I like. The neutral soft color goes with lots of different outfits.

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