Hello from 2021!

on June 9, 2021

And 2020 but we’re ignoring that year. 

Remember when I told you guys that I was going back to school? Well…. I did. And then I did some more school and THEN I got accepted into nursing school. Which is where I have been through the last year-ish. I seriously thought that I’d maybe have more time during the panini like everyone else did but I did not get the staycation quarantine. What I got was probably my most creative summer caring for my kiddos that I could ask for, making a ton of masks for my community, and then straight into school full time. I have learned so much from my classes and my experiences but I’ll probably write about them later. Suffice to say I haven’t really been posting things lately. 

This is my friend Bri and I at Clincals. I decided that I was a marshmallow due to the fact that I am round and wearing white. AND Marshmallow is my favorite side character in Frozen.

This is all of us for our Psychiatric clinical. Green definitely looks better than the white.

If I’m really honest with you guys (and myself) I think I got overwhelmed with the idea that this has to be perfect and niched to crafting. I love crafting. It is a huge part of me. But it is also messy and I’m a one woman show with a metric ton of anxieties. So maybe I took the break because I just wanted to create without the pressure of it all. Maybe I wanted my blog to just be my little corner of the internet. Who knows. Basically, what I’m saying is that I still want to write tutorials and make things with you guys. The goals are still there. But I’m also going through a huge life change right now and am learning a lot. And I want to share those things too. Because, if I’m anything, I’m an overshare-er. Maybe? I’m really careful about what I post here on the blog but if you know me in real life, the delete/backspace button in text is a GIFT! 

My friend Brittanys goat had babies! So I volunteered to cuddle them as a birthday gift to myself. This little lady is named Glory and she was 2 days old when I met her.

Cat in a vest

I attempted to leash train Grampa in case something went down and/or we went traveling. She forgot how to cat.

So, yeah. I’ve been creating and I want to share things but they may not be in the form of a full tutorial. And they may just be things that I like to make regardless of if they’re new or innovative. And thats cool too. 

Embroidered Bag. Florals

Our MedSurg professors go to answer was “Its in the book”. So I embroidered it on a bag for her! It was my first time embroidering florals and I think they turned out pretty great!

How to Sew a Yarn Cozy

on January 13, 2020

Keep your yarn stash tangle free with a yarn cozy! Grab your favorite jersey knit fabric and make your own yarn cozy with this simple tutorial.

Last year I made my first cardigan. Yep. Well, it was actually my second because I made the first one and it didn’t fit so I took it apart and made the one I’m currently wearing. Its a bit oversized and super snuggly and not at all practical. AND I LOVE IT. I might post about it at some point if you guys are interested but this post is not about my sweater. Its about what happened after I took that first one apart.

That first sweater took A LOT of yarn. Like 7 skeins of yarn, and taking that apart and rewinding it is a chore to say the least. So I did myself a favor and got a yarn winder and wound all of those piles of yarn into nice manageable sized cakes. Then I did the same for 80% of my yarn stash because it was fun and I tend to fixate. So I was talking to my boss about all of my yarn winding and she showed me this wonderful thing called a yarn sock! AKA a yarn cozy.

If you’ve never seen one of these things they are like socks for your yarn and keeps the center pull cakes or skeins from bopping around in your bag and unwinding into a tangled mess. Upon receiving this wonderful gift I immediately figured… Hey! I can make that!

So I did. And I’ve got it mostly figured out so that I can now tell you how I did it.

How to Sew a Yarn Cozy

Cost: $10 or less (I had everything but the fabric on hand)
Time: 30 minutes or less
Skill level: Beginner

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Fall Perler Bead Earrings

on September 22, 2019

Perler Bead earrings are my favorite way to accessorize and these Fall Perler Bead Earrings are no joke! They come together in a snap and can match all of your favorite outfits! They also make really great gifts to friends, family and co-workers!

Fall is in the air in California! Or at least it is this week. I’m waiting until mid-October for ACTUAL fall, but we’ll get there eventually. I’ve been thoroughly enjoying taking evening walks though and finally pulling out my light sweaters. Well, pulling out is kinda strong. I have identified where they are located in my closet and have positioned them to be ready for when fall actually hits. I’m not complaining about 80 degree days though.

Easy DIY Acorn and Mushroom earrings! Fall Perler Bead Earrings

In the meantime, I’ve been teaching my new roommate about the wonders of crafting the stress away. I’m not sure she’s super into it, but I am on a mission okay? It WILL HAPPEN! This week, we’ve been making these super cute fall earrings out of perler beads to go with ALL the outfits. Also, life just feels better sometimes when you’re festive! Continue reading

What’s on your Fall Bucket List? – Free Printable

on September 15, 2019

Keep up with your Fall Bucket List with this cute printable and some great ideas to get the most out of autumn!

What are your favorite things to do for fall? Me? I like to jump in leaves, drink all the pumpkin spice, and attempt to make an apple pie from scratch with varying results. (I will get you right one year!!!)

With school being as crazy as it is right now on top of work and just… the season, I haven’t been doing my bucket lists all that often. I figured this time, maybe I should make a super cute printable to put on my refrigerator to keep up with all my fall plans. Will it work? Who knows! BUT I do like having the visual reminder of what I’m looking forward to. 

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For the Love of Bob Ross

on March 31, 2019

Got a Bob Ross fan in your life? Figure out what to get them AND yourself with this Bob Ross Gift Guide! And remember, no mistakes, just happy accidents.

You guys want to know what gets me through finals? Bob Ross.

Okay, so hear me out. Gone are the days where I can turn up my favorite jams or a movie that I’ve seen a million times and still study. I think for some reason my brain is now more distracted and/or concerned with what I’m actually retaining than reading to just get it done. I usually work while listening to film scores, but come finals season, you can only hear Jurassic Park so many times.

MAKE IT: DIY Flamingo Stencil Tote Bag

So, Bob Ross. Its pretty much ASMR before that was a thing. AND its super encouraging!
“There are no mistakes, just happy accidents.”
“Let’s paint a happy little tree right here. “

Ya’ll I could go on. Will I ever attempt a Bob Ross tutorial? I don’t know. BUT I will give you a list of all the Bob Ross stuff I am currently crushing on… because that is the neighborly thing to do right?

Bob Ross Gift Guide

For the Love of Bob Ross

Life advice: No mistakes, just happy accidents.

Minty Meringue Cookies

on March 15, 2019

Make these minty meringue cookies for any season. These cookies are light and crisp with just a hint of peppermint for discerning taste buds. 

minty meringue cookies - fancy sprinkles

Ya’ll remember when I bought myself a Kitchenaid Mixer? Me too… and I’ve been trying all the things! One of the things that I’ve wanted to try FOREVER has been meringue cookies. Those light, crispy, airy cookies that are notoriously finicky and need a great deal of mixing…. and hand mixing, even with an electric mixer, is not going to happen.

minty meringue cookies

I am by no means an expert, but I hope to share my trials and attempts with you guys as we go along. And before you ask, I have not attempted macarons. They scare me a little too much right now. 

Okay, so I made these a few times and had varying degrees of success…. and a lot of failure. 

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DIY Easy Ombre Necklace

on March 11, 2019

Grab some wooden beads and make this ultra classy Easy Ombre Necklace for yourself or a friend. This project is great when you’re “procraftinating” AND for St. Patrick’s Day! 

We currently interrupt your regularly scheduled study session to bring you a craft break. You know sometimes when everything just get so overwhelming and you just need to…. make something? Yep. That’s where I’m at. I feel like the last month has been a roller coaster of work and school and tests, not to mention keeping myself alive and stuff. Because being a grown up is hard okay? Anyway. Everything’s been a lot and it’s not looking like it’s going to slow down anytime soon.

green ombre - painted wooden beads - necklace - easy ombre necklace

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Printable Captain Marvel Bookmarks

on March 1, 2019

Download these kick butt Printable Captain Marvel Bookmarks featuring quotes from the comics and movie inspired designs!

Higher further faster baby!

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You guys… I am so ready for this movie! Admittedly I only have the vaguest notion of what is going to happen, only that it’s a female super hero, there’s a cute cat and she’s alien? But possibly not? I have also never read the comics despite the urging from one of my old room mates. I know! I’m a bad geek… but whatever. It takes all kinds.

Here is a trailer to watch if you’re so inclined:

The plan for this is to go in clean. I can’t tell you how many movies have been ruined for me because I watched too many trailers or read too many internet comments or just did too much research in general. Nope. I’m going in clean.

captain marvel bookmarks - printable

That being said, I’m super excited that Disney/Marvel is FINALLY giving a female her own movie. We’ve got Black Widow and Scarlet Witch and Wasp to an extend, but they’ve always been side characters. Fingers crossed they don’t screw it up. Please and thank you.

Printable Captain Marvel Bookmarks

Time: 15 minutes
Cost: $3 or less
Suggested Viewing: Avengers Infinity War

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These bookmarks are inspired by both the comics and the film. Because we at least need to pay homage to the origins of it. Yes, one has a “swear” on it, but it is also one of my favorite quotes, so adults only? For mine, I punched a hole in the top, laminated them, then added some classy tassels using this tutorial. I’m currently using one of them to hold my place in my Physiology Lab Manual. Because I really need some inspiration when trying to find Active Force of muscles. Just sayin.

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Yield: 4

Captain Marvel Bookmarks

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Download these kick butt Printable Captain Marvel Bookmarks featuring quotes from the comics and movie inspired designs!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Active Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Difficulty Easy

Materials

Instructions

  1. Download file
  2. Print file at 100% or fit to page depending on your your system processes it
  3. Cut out bookmarks

Optional:

  1. Punch a hole in the top of each bookmark
  2. Laminate them
  3. Punch a smaller hole through the original punch
  4. Thread tassel (see post for link) through the smaller hole

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A Colorful Boho Headboard

on February 27, 2019

Learn how to DIY your own colorful boho headboard using embroidery hoops and your favorite colors!

GUESS WHAT YOU GUYS?!? I made a headboard! Okay, well… not really, but I did make an “above the bed” decoration type thing and it makes me feel super coordinated.

Learn how to DIY your own colorful boho headboard using embroidery hoops and your favorite colors!

And before you ask, yes. That is a twin size bed. Yes I sleep in it – at nearly 32 years old – every night. No, I don’t share it, well, except with the cat, but she sleeps on top of me usually. Would I like a bigger bed? Yes. But this one suits my needs and my space just fine for now.

A Colorful Boho Headboard

The wall space above the bed is a weird thing. Headboards can get kinda pricey and, since I live in earthquake friendly California, I didn’t want to hang up anything heavy that could possibly fall on me and re-enact a scene from final destination or something. Yes, morbid things. MOVING ON! So… after nearly 6 years and many many iterations and color scheme changes and pinterest boards – I finally put something up. And really, I’m a bit in love!

For this headboard all I used were some different sized embroidery hoops and coordinating embroidery floss. And then some nails for hanging.

Colorful Boho Headboard

Cost: $20 or less
Time: 2 hours
Suggested listening: Bear Creek by Brandi Carlile

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Oscars Gold Champagne Cupcakes

on February 20, 2019

Make these gold champagne cupcakes for your next hollywood party or girls day! They are sure to impress with their classy but light flavor!

Oscars week is upon us and I can honestly say I’ve seen like… 2 movies that are nominated. Its kinda sad, but then again, the movies I like are never up for awards. – Shout out to you tho Black Panther!!

oscars champagne cupcakes - hollywood - gold frosting

Anyway, in LA, Oscars week means street closures, worse traffic than usual and all gold everything – because we’re classy that’s why. If you, like me, are attending an oscars party and are responsible for the desserts, these gold champagne cupcakes always go over as a hit! They’re light and fluffy with just the right amount of decadence. The chocolate man though, thats what really makes it! And if you’re looking for a ballot, my girl Jillian over at Shortandloud has you covered!

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Oscars Gold Champagne Cupcakes

Cost: $15 or less
Time: 1-2 hours
Suggested Viewing: all the awesome movies that weren’t nominated!

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