life lived creatively
Remember the old leggings I used to make a pattern for new leggings? I kept them and turned the leggings into yarn and dog toys! Here’s how I did it… Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission if you buy something through my link or ad. This does […] Read more…
Since it’s finally Friday and I love alliteration, I decided to show you some recent finishes, firsts, and fabulous weekend deals! This will be mostly pictures with some descriptions and just a little story at the beginning. There will be links in the descriptions for patterns I used. Make sure you go all the way […] Read more…
Today I’m going to show you how to refashion pants into a skirt, in case you couldn’t tell by the title! I had this pair of brown dress pants that never fit quite right. They were really snug through the hips and thighs. Rather than toss them into the giveaway pile, I decided to convert them […] Read more…
I know I hinted at a refashion for today but my weekend did not allow for it! Bummer! I do have a quick picture frame makeover for you today, so yay! Hopefully I’ll get to do some more refashions/sewing this week. I’m getting my son and myself ready for school, which starts Friday! Eeek! So […] Read more…
Do you ever have those days that leave you feeling like a wrung out old rag before the day is over? Yesterday was a day like that for me! I was out of town with my son and my dad getting some much needed school shopping done. We also had to go to the orthodontist […] Read more…
I have this headband that I love and I wear it quite frequently. Since I haven’t been able to find a one similar to it, I decided to make a new one. This will be the first crochet pattern I’ve actually written down for someone else to use. The pattern is very basic. There are only […] Read more…
Today I’m going to show you how to make a pattern from old leggings to make a brand new pair. I wear leggings or yoga pants just about every day. That’s one of the perks of working from home! Why be uncomfortable when no one’s looking? 🙂 The leggings I’m using for the pattern have […] Read more…