As soon as the cooler weather hits, the urge to ignore all my to do lists hits... all I want to do is sit and crochet for hours and hours! Fortunately there are days where I get to do just that! I've got a bunch of ideas and lists for this fall & winter! I can't wait to Crochet All The … [Read more...]
Handmade Gifts for Guys: DIY Home-Roasted Coffee Tutorial
Today, I am featuring a super-easy handmade gift that is particularly close to my heart. My husband and I are devout coffee lovers. We love all sorts of coffee- particularly dark roasts! In fact, it is difficult to find a roast dark enough for us in coffee shops. We love the earthy, deep flavor of … [Read more...]
DIY Upcycled Skateboard Shelves
Hey guys and dolls! Ok so today we are gonna talk about the ultimate in cool shelving for your boys room/ mini-man cave - Upcycled Skateboard Shelves! You can pick up used skateboards almost anywhere pretty cheap. We paid less than $4 for each of these. They are not useable anymore for riding on … [Read more...]
Handmade Gifts for Men: Customized Quote Print
Handmade gifts are one of my favorite things to give at Christmas. I find that when I make something (or in a pinch, purchase something handmade), the gift has more meaning. I also come from a family of 9, which means purchasing individual gifts can get quite expensive! While I find that there … [Read more...]
DIY Modifiable Canvas: Why settle for just one design?
Greetings! I am Brenda from Schooling a Monkey where I blog about crafts, DIY projects, kid’s activities, and homeschooling! I am excited to sub in for Jenn while she is having fun elsewhere. Today, I am showing you how to create an overlay for an existing painting so you can change the design … [Read more...]
Fall Twig Frame Wreath
I love wreaths. Yup. LOVE. I don't know if its the Texas heat seeping into my bones or if its the thrill of having my very own front door to decorate as I please, but my door just doesn't look right if its not adorned to suit the season! It kind of looks nekkid without a wreath of some sort. But, I … [Read more...]
Make Old Furniture New Again
It may be that you have got a battered old piece of furniture stuck in a corner of your loft or garage that could do with being given a new lease of life. Or, it could be that you’ve found the perfect something up from your local thrift shop that you think may have potential. Whatever the reason, … [Read more...]
No Sew Party Bunting
On Tuesday when I was sharing about staying connected with family and the surprise girt I left on my friends front porch I shared this picture of the goodies inside... I've gotten a bunch of comments and questions about the No Sew Burlap Party Banner, so I'm sharing the How To Details today! … [Read more...]
Vintage Sheet Quilts – Tips and Tricks for Making Your Own!
If you've checked out Busy Being Jennifer before, then chances are you already know about my insane love for vintage sheet quilts. And when I say insane, I mean like my-vintage-sheet-collection-has-taken-over-the-living-room kind of insane *insert long-suffering husband here* I just got a brand new … [Read more...]
Selfish Summer Sewing
Despite my to do list being 9 million miles and needing to do some major making for the shop, I've been dreaming of doing some selfish sewing. Sewing prettiness just for me! In the hustle and bustle of running a shop and blog, plus the craziness that is every day life, I forget to take the … [Read more...]
A Quick and Easy Baby Blanket!
There have been a lot of babies making appearances around here lately and that means lots of baby showers! I love baby showers. Really! Its so much fun watching the Mom's / Mom's to be open their gifts and giggle and squeal over each tiny, precious thing :) What I like even more is the chance to … [Read more...]
A Little Boys Hexi Quilt
If you follow me on instagram, you would have seen bits and pieces from the little boy baby shower I was at last week :) My good friends and Pastors, are adopting and are less than TWO weeks away from getting their little man! I've gone a little nuts making ALL THE BOY THINGS! And its been a fun … [Read more...]
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