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Gift Idea for the Teen Reader!

This book selection was recommended by one of my bestest girlfriends, Lisa!  For those of you who don't know me, I am a science teacher by day, blogger by night.  Read the synopsis and you will see why Solid by Shelly Workinger is getting my props!  To buy look to left in My Favorites!

Hard-to-believe Home Made Tote Bags

How great are these tote bags!  I came across the instructions to make this wonderful home-made tote bag and could not believe how simple it is!  Thank you Martha Stewart for your continued ingenuity! 

 I included a link in My Favorites for the iron on transfer paper.

Sleek silhouettes turn a modest bag into an artful accessory. 

1. Scan copyright-free clip art from books or download it online or from a CD. Buy iron-on transfer paper for your tote; choose paper for light cotton fabrics and for dark cotton fabrics, depending on your project. 

2. Print the images on transfer paper, following the manufacturer's instructions, and cut them out. Cut around the images cleanly (use a craft knife, for precision); avoid making jagged edges.

3. Arrange the images on the bag, face up, for a preview (keep in mind this is a mirror image of the final design). When you're ready to iron, place the images face down. Press on top of images, starting at the edges of each one and using even pressure so that the image doesn't slide; do not move the iron back and forth, or image will blur or pucker. 

4. When iron-ons have cooled, remove the backing paper. Replace the bag's handles with equal lengths of colorful twill tape or cover them with ribbon, if desired.

This project appeared in "Martha Stewart's Encyclopedia of Sewing and Fabric Crafts."


Read more at Marthastewart.com: Tote Bags with Iron-On Silhouettes - Martha Stewart Crafts 

I {LOVE} these Arm Warmers!!!!

Thank you to How Does She and noVae Clothing for posting these fabulous fashion arm warmers!  I want them in every color!   What a great way to stay warm and still wear some of our favorite short sleeve sweaters and shirts!  It must be this cold northeast weather that made me go crazy for these warmers over my long sleeve tissue tees as well!  

Precious FAMILY RULES picture and frame!

This precious picture and frame will make the perfect gift for your sister or best friend!  Any mom knows these words are the key to a happy household!  Thank you to the Sassy Sanctuary for this beautiful gift idea!

Burrr-berry for the holidays!

What little gal wouldn't look just holiday terrific in this Burberry inspired headband made by Lady Bug Locks! If your little girl has a beautiful holiday outfit Lady Bug Locks will make you a custom bow or headband to match!  How great is that!

Holiday Gift Guide - A Must See!

My most favorite blog, The Tom Kat Studio, put together this Holiday Gift Guide that is a must see!  If you are looking for that perfect gift for the person who has everything, guarantee you will find it here! Make sure to check out all of the wonderful pages of gifts by very talented inspiring people!   Tom Kat Studio you never disappoint!