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5 Fun Activities for Teaching Fractions

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Activities for learning fractionsMost kids would probably tell you that learning fractions is not that fun. If you remember anything from learning fractions, you probably don’t remember it being fun, either.

But that doesn’t have to be the case. There are a lot … Read More...

Tutorial: Travel Advent calendar book

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Advent calendars are fun to hang on the wall, but what if you don’t have enough wall space or are traveling during the Christmas season?  Jill from Creating My Way To Success designed a travel Advent calendar that’s made like … Read More...

DIY Lip Scrub

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The sugar scrub will exfoliate all of the dead, flaky skin off of your lips, while the coconut oil moisturizes.  The honey gives the scrub a nice texture and scent and the cinnamon will increase blood flow to your lips … Read More...

The Loft Baby Blanket Pattern

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Sometimes you want to make a baby blanket, but they can take a long time! This one works up quickly with super bulky yarn, but is very modern and beautiful! Add poms or not. A perfect blanket to work into … Read More...

Tutorial: No-sew leather jewelry tray

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BurdaStyle shows how you can make a leather jewelry tray – with no sewing required.  It’s a mod triangle little dish, made from a piece of fabric backed with a cotton print.  It’d make a great Christmas gift, and it’s … Read More...

DIY Painted Fabric Earrings

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Customizing your earrings has a whole new meaning with this tutorial.  Start with a few basic jewelry supplies and with your own favorite paint colors you can paint your own designs for a perfectly textured look.

See the photo tutorial … Read More...

Chocolate Hazelnut Fudge Bites

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Here are some cute candies to make for your friends and neighbors this Christmas. These would also make great hostess gifts for all the holiday parties you may be attending. Even better they are gluten-free and vegan, only made with … Read More...

Gift Idea: Knitting-Themed Mug

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Knitting travel mug from Bread and Badger.If you’re shopping for another knitter or just want to add something to your holiday wish list, you can’t go wrong with a knitting-themed mug. What better way (aside from knitting in public) to profess your love of all things … Read More...

Sewing Tutorial: Leather tote bag

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Jess from Gracious Threads shows how you can sew up a beautiful leather tote.  She shares the tutorial and a free pattern over at Fleece Fun.  It’s made from a faux leather and heavy weight cotton and has rivets and D-rings on the … Read More...

How to Do a Christmas Toy Purge

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If you have children in your home, you probably understand exactly why a toy purge is needed before the Christmas season.  While it is fun for children to get new toys from Santa, it may not always be a necessity.  … Read More...