DIY

St. Patrick’s Day Crochet Shamrock Pattern & Video Tutorial

March 5, 2020 By Kim

St. Patrick’s Day Crochet Shamrock Pattern & Video

Create a batch of crochet shamrocks this St. Patrick’s Day! This simple shamrock crochet pattern will have you decorating your whole house and sharing a little luck with your friends and family. Just follow the pattern or watch the video tutorial and you’ll have a pretty bowl of shamrocks in no time flat!

Click here for the Crochet Shamrock Pattern & Video Tutorial!

Once you start it’s hard to stop making them!

You can make this in minutes…

Crochet Shamrock Banner

Just string them together to create a sweet little holiday banner that you can hang anywhere. What a fun little project!!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

~Kim

Printable Coloring Pages for St. Patrick’s Day

March 5, 2020 By Kim

St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Page Printables

Are you looking for beautiful St. Patrick’s Day coloring pages that you can print out and use right now? Well, these will make your day!

Visit my blog, Everything Etsy, to see the whole collection of free printables that are perfect for adults and children. They’re super easy to download and print! Just add crayons, markers or colored pencils for a bit of coloring relaxation that’s perfect for this fun holiday.

What do you use to color? Pencils, crayons or markers?

I’m partial to markers because I love colors that really pop. But, they can be a pain when they start to dry out.

If you love, love, love coloring page printables you will want to check out the printables section right here.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to you all!

~Kim

How to Start a Blog for Your Creative Business

December 3, 2017 By Kim

Is starting a blog still on your list of things to do this year? You can find all the resources you’ll ever need to get started in an afternoon right here.

Whether you need a blog to share your handmade business or you are interested in sharing essential oil information…you can cross it off you list today!

Check out my post on Everything Etsy sharing all the resources we’ve used to set up all of our blogs.

How to Start a Blog will show you just how easy it really can be!

~Kim

Homemade Heart Dog Treat Recipe

January 31, 2015 By Kim

Pamper your pets with some homemade dog treats!

We are those crazy dog people…you know the ones. We seriously love our dogs and consider them part of the family.

We live right by a cute little doggie boutique that sells homemade treats, but they can really be quite pricey. I knew I could make my own much cheaper.

I LOVE the way these turned out and I plan on making them on a regular basis. At least I’ll know exactly what they’re eating, and they jump up and down for them so I’m pretty sure that means they’re yummy!

Here’s are newest puppy…Sherlock. We adopted him from a shelter. He’s so amazing I can’t even express it with words. So, we spoil him with lots of hugs, walks, car rides and treats.

These smell just like peanut butter cookies as you bake them. My boys always think I’m making them something…ha!

Homemade Peanut Butter Dog Treat Recipe

Ingredients:

3/4 cup reduced fat milk
2 eggs
1 cup peanut butter {smooth}
2 1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 tablespoon of baking soda

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.

Whisk the milk, one egg and peanut butter together in a large bowl.

Add the flour and baking soda to create a lovely dough. You may need to use your hands to work in all the flour.

Flour a surface to roll out your dough. Cut out shapes like dogs, bones or make mini circle peanut butter cookies for small dogs. 1/4” thickness is awesome…but a little thicker works.

Make a quick egg wash by whisking together one egg and a couple teaspoons of water. Brush a thin coat on your dog treats before putting them in the oven.

I used an Airbake Insulated Cookie Sheet and parchment paper while baking. {These are two of my favorite things!} They equal perfect baking and no mess…that works!

Bake 15 minutes on one side and flip to bake 10 more minutes on the other side. {Don’t forget to brush on egg wash before baking!}

Remove and cool.

Store them in an airtight container for a week or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Now you have no excuse for not making homemade treats for your furry friends. They’re super easy and bake fast!

Have you ever made your own dog treats?

~Kim

Looking for more DIY pet ideas? Check out these…

Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

January 7, 2015 By Kim

I made this cozy crochet baby blanket for a baby gift, but I wish I had a giant one for myself!

Working with this chunky yarn makes it super fast, and it feels so soft and warm!

I love having small crochet projects to do while we watch a movie in the evening. There’s something so relaxing about the movement of the needle and the knowledge that you’re creating something that will last for years and years. It’s a good thing!

The pattern is really easy once you get the hang of it, and I think the sweet shell stitch gives the blanket a little extra detail that I love. This is easy enough for beginners, so don’t shy away from this pattern if your new to crochet.

I used 3 skeins of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick…Wheat color. The hook size is J and the finished size is a 29″ square.

Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

Start by making a chain of 81 stitches.
Row 1 – 1 single crochet in the second chain from the hook. 1 single crochet in each chain to the end.
Row 2 – Chain 1 {don’t count it as a stitch}, 1 single crochet in the first stitch, *skip 3 stitches, 5 double crochet in the next stitch to create a shell, skip 3 stitches, 1 single crochet in the next stitch…repeat from the * to the end of the row.
Row 3 – Chain 3 {counts as a double stitch}, 1 double crochet in the stitch at the base of the chain, *Chain 2, skip 2 double crochet, 1 single crochet in the next double crochet, 2 double crochet in the next single crochet…repeat from * to the end of the row.
Row 4 – Chain 1 {don’t count it as a stitch}, 1 single crochet in the space between the first 2 double crochet, *Miss next chain space, 1 single crochet in space between the next 2 double crochet…repeat from * to the end of the row.
Repeat rows 3 & 4 until it measure 29″.

This is an awesome gift for a new baby anytime of the year! If you like to make baby gifts, you’ll love this post of 101 Handmade Baby Gift Tutorials!

Do you make many baby gifts? Which ones are your favorite?

~Kim

DIY Lime & Coconut Body Scrub

October 31, 2014 By Kim

This DIY Lime & Coconut Body Scrub is the perfect gift! Create a batch and share some. It makes you skin feel amazing while filling the room with a fresh smell that’s sure to make you happy!

Gather up your supplies and you can make a large batch of these in less than 30 minutes…for real!

Print out these simple & sweet labels to top them off. I love the look of craft paper, but you can print them on any color…get creative and have fun.

{You can download the printable at the bottom of this post.}

Supplies…

2 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
25-30 drops doTERRA Lime Essential Oil
6 Tablespoons doTERRA Coconut Oil
3 Tablespoons Vitamin E Oil
1 Lime
1/2 cup Shredded Coconut
4 oz. Mason Jars {I love these…what a perfect size!}
Plain Printable Sheet of Label Paper

The supplies are rather simple and I’ve included links at the bottom of this post to make your shopping easy.

Feel free to add or change things up a bit. It seems like it would be hard to really mess up. This recipe will give you a fresh smelling body scrub that leaves you skin feeling amazing!

You can mix this up in just a few minutes!

Start by adding your Epsom Salt to a large bowl or measuring cup.

There are a million uses for Epsom Salt, and when you read about all the health benefits you’ll decide to add it to everything…lol!

Add the coconut oil and vitamin E to the salt. Mix it up.

Add your doTERRA Lime Essential Oil. Yes, I sell it. Why? Because it’s awesome and I’ve been using these oils for years. The quality is amazing, the health benefits are fabulous and you can use so much less than cheaper brands for a project like this. Trust me!

Mix it up again. I added the zest of a lime to the mix for a touch of color.

Mix it up again and this is what you have…Lime & Coconut Body Scrub.

Don’t you think they would make a sweet little gift? I wish you could smell these…the whole office is smells amazing!

Use a 2-3 tablespoons, or use just a tablespoon for hand washing. Your hands will thank you!

Wasn’t that easy??

You can download the printable Lime & Coconut Body Scrub labels right here.

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Just trim them or use a large hole punch to make them fit to your container. I’m a major fan of this size mason jar and these little wood scoops. I feel like they take it to a whole new level of homemade goodness. Add a ribbon or twine and you are finished!

If you like this kind of homemade projects you might like these posts…

Are you interested in learning more about selling doTERRA Essential Oils? Here’s a post I wrote that should give you all the information you need and answer some of those questions you might be having right now. 🙂 I’ve been selling doTERRA for a year now and have used doTERRA Essential Oils for over 5 years…so, please email me any questions you might have! Kim@EverythingEtsy.com

Have fun creating your own handmade gifts!

~Kim

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Handmade Crochet Bowl Pattern

October 29, 2014 By Kim

I love simple crochet projects because I have a super short attention span. This handmade crochet bowl pattern is awesome for creating little organizational bowls for your desk or living room.

They crochet up really quick, so it makes it easy to share a few. Make a big batch and wrap up sets for the holidays.

How to Make Lavender Sachets

October 22, 2014 By Kim

Lavender sachets are one of my all-time favorite handmade gifts to share. They can be made to match anyone’s style from modern to vintage, and they are the perfect way to use up small fabric scraps or your favorite fat quarter. These lavender sachets were featured in the beautiful Mollie Makes Magazine!

I sold hundreds of lavender sachets through my Etsy shop one year. They were very popular for weddings and Mother’s Day. I’ve always given them as Christmas gifts, and I always enjoy the process of making them.

The whole house smells amazing and you can mix up the fabric to create pretty, pretty sachets.

Here’s how I make them…

Cut 5” fabric squares {I usually cut a bunch at once}
Stack two squares with the right side facing inside.
Start sewing about 3/4 of the way down one side and continue around until you have a couple inches left and backstitch with your machine. You want to leave a big enough opening to work with, so sew slowly.
I sew about 1/8” to 1/4” in from the edge.
Cut the corners off carefully. This helps the corners look nice when it’s finished.
Flip the sachet to show the right side of the fabric on the outside.
Flatten a bit and make sure your corners are nice by using your finger to push on the corners from the inside.
Sew around the edge again leaving the opening the same size.
I roll up some cardstock to use as a funnel and add my dried lavender using a little scoop. {You can buy dried lavender right here on Amazon.}
Be sure not to add too much or it will be hard to sew closed!!
Shake your sachet to settle the lavender and then hold it carefully while you sew up the opening.

For the complete step-by-step tutorial on making lavender sachets {with tons of photos} read my post on EverythingEtsy.com!

Embroider or stamp designs on the fabric before sewing them for a custom creation.

Once you start making these you will want to make a ton! I have them all over the house and in my closets. I’ve thrown them in the car…they make it smell wonderful!

You can make small ones to throw in the dryer. Your clothes will have a nice light scent. I’ve used them up to 10 times in my dryer.

I hope you’ll make some soon!

For the complete step-by-step tutorial on making lavender sachets {with tons of photos} read my post on EverythingEtsy.com!

Have fun!

~Kim

DIY Hand Stamped Necklace

October 21, 2014 By Kim

There’s something so special about a handmade gift like these sterling silver hand stamped necklaces. I have always loved a sentimental gift or two, that’s for sure.

Create one for a grandma with grandchildren’s initials. Make one for yourself with your initial to wear daily. Stamp up one for a new mom. There are so many great ideas for these DIY hand-stamped necklaces!

These are Sterling Silver and made to be treasured for years and years!

Everyone loves them…even teenage girls! You have to make a batch to share with the ones you love.

When I first started making these I had the hardest time in the world finding just the right supplies. The size of rings and the thickness of blanks…yikes! It was a total guessing game and I spent quite a bit to find the perfect supplies to create the look you see in the photos.

For the complete step-by-step tutorial {with lots of photos} visit my post on EverythingEtsy.com!

You’ll also find a list of supplies with links to make your shopping easy. Using the right tools and supplies from the beginning will save you a ton of money!

Have fun!

~Kim

Bath Bomb Tutorial

October 21, 2014 By Kim

Homemade bath bombs are an awesome afternoon project for any crafty girl! I recently made these fabulous bath bomb using my Lush Inspired Bath Bomb recipe. They were featured in the beautiful Mollie Makes Magazine!

You can create bath bombs in so many different molds, so look at what you already have around the house before you get started. Tart tins are super cute, small plastic containers and many soap mold will work perfectly.

This is what you’ll need to make 12-24 bath bombs.

Supplies:

Baking Soda – 2 cups

Citric Acid – 1 cup

Corn Starch – 1 cup

Almond Oil – 3 tsp.

Essential Oils – 1tsp. total of Lemon & Lavender

Food Coloring – 8-10 drops

Rubbing Alcohol in a spray bottle

Creative Soap Molds or Mini Metal Tart Tins {I LOVE these!}

The links above will take you right to products I used to make your shopping a little easier! I love getting my supplies delivered right to my door!

I use all high quality essential oils for my bath bombs and bath salts. You use less with better oils and there are health benefits at the same time! Try Lavender, Lemon and Peppermint together…it’s one of my favorite combinations! Email me if you have any questions about oils and I’ll be happy to send you lots of helpful information! KLayton1@comcast.net

Add Almond Oil and your essential oils to a small container and mix well.
Add all the dry ingredients to a large bowl and mix well.
Slowly add the oils to your dry ingredients mixing as you go. Take your time because you don’t want it lumpy. I used a mixture of oils that help with allergy problems…we need it around here!
Add the food coloring while mixing.
Spray your mixture 5-10 times while mixing until it resembles the texture of damp sand that sticks together. You might need to spray it a few more times to get it just right.
Add a heaping amount of your bath bomb mixture to your mold. You just want to make whatever you use is not too shallow or your bath bomb will break easily. These starfish are a little on the shallow side so I have to take extra time and care making them.
Press the mixture into the mold. Add a bit more to the top and press it all over again. This will make a very solid bath bomb.
Lightly mist the top of your bath bombs with alcohol. I usually only spray one or two times and then press it down again. If you spray too much your bath bomb with start to bubble!
Let it dry for at least 15 minutes.

Flip your mold over and lightly tap the mold with your spoon. This will usually cause the bath bomb to pop right out, so be ready.
Mist the top of your bath bomb with alcohol.
Let it dry overnight.

Once you get the hang of making these you will think up a million different combinations of oils and creative molds. They are a fabulous DIY gift anytime of the year.

There you go…now you don’t need to spend a ton buying them when you can make them for pennies! WOOT!

Have fun!

~Kim

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