Etsy Shop Opening!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/SummerLightCrafts?ref=seller_info

So excited slowly getting things posted to my etsy account to sell as I recently went through a name change this week and erased all my previous data! Slow work to build the stats back up but please put up with mess while everything including the banner undergo some major changes. Adding purses, superhero dolls, and more to my listings. Jewelry and beads for sale are currently being listed. If you are looking for something and unable to find let me know...I will always personalize for you or come up with a brand new design! My email is Lueanna@yahoo.com please include that you are purchasing or creating an order in your subject line.

These Jade Earrings are currently posted for $14

Shorts for Your Favorite Little Guy!!

http://www.saltwater-kids.com/2010/05/shorts-tutorial-from-shirt_8167.html

 

 

This is a step by step tutorial on taking an old dress shirt and creating  extreme shorts for your little guys!

 

It is so hard to find ways to stretch a dollar when you have boys. There are tons of tutorials for little girls including making a dress from a pillowcase! Whenever I find something useful for boys I get so excited.....that might be because I only have boys....but still I get excited to know that here is something I can make and not break the bank.

 

Even if your significant other doesn't have a shirt that he is willing to let you cut up there are always thrift stores and garage sales to check out. Let's face it any pair of shorts this cute less than twenty bucks is exciting. And we all want our little guys to look stylish. I know when I get to the store and start checking price tags I start doing the math and my pulse goes up. When you have to purchase 5 pairs + each season for more than one little person let's face it the price tag isn't all that reasonable for a family.

 

This is why I love DIY ideas like this! You get to use your creative side and save money while creating something that your family needs. This tutorial is step by step with pictures and perfectly timed as Spring heats up. See you at garage sales this weekend!

 

 



Secret Book to Make for Father's Day June 16th!

http://lifeartcollide.blogspot.com/2012/04/diy-secret-book-of-sinister-potions.html

I thought we might want to get a head start on Father's Day this year. This book is perfect for the geeky at heart dad who loves all things hidden with a slight twist.

This how to shows how this blogger took a paper Mache hollow book from Michaels and created this secret sinister book. The front was created with tissue paper, hot glue, hemp and wire pieces.



Who isn't slightly geeky at heart and wouldn't love the inside of this book.The inside she created using sculpey, cardboard, felt, and leather straps. I think that if there was something that your "Dad" would love more on the inside this would be easy to reimagine. For the artist you could put tubes of paint and paint brushes. The gamer could have a strap for maps and character sheets and a small built in bag for his dice. The video gamer could have a secret place for that favorite controller that he wants to keep out of little sticky hands! The ideas are endless with this tutorial.....

Empire Waist Blouse Tutorial!

http://www.crafthabit.com/2012/04/06/empire-waist-blouse-pattern/
I am in love with this shirt. I am going to try to make this out of flannel. I know weird idea but I love flannel! And I do not have a good cotton right now but I really want this shirt anyway. LOL Complete pattern and tutorial!

Make your own Stick-Horse!

http://thatvillagehouse.blogspot.com/2011/01/diy-stick-horses.html

I have been searching for a way to make a stick horse that isn't uhmmm too hard for a while. I wanted something that would be easy enough I wouldn't look at the instructions and just give up, walk away, and never want to try again. LOL

 

 At craft shows I see the most amazing stick horses but they also come with the most amazing price tags ...... I think my children are worth the price tag but my bank account and my husband like to argue with me.

 

I have finally found the easiest tutorial and explanation on making these stick wonders. The creator of this tutorial made them for a birthday party! As I tried to wrap my brain around this idea and the sheer amount of work involved I became convinced that she should win a prize for greatest mother ever. And another prize for helping moms everywhere finally make their own stick horse!

 

My littlest guy turns 5 in a couple weeks and he and his brother will be getting these! Now where to hide them while I work on them?

 

How to make a Full Size Diaper Bag!

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7p_tCAzrm-cNTNhZmE3OGQtN2RmNi00YzI1LTgwZjQtYjVhZWVkYzU3MjIz/edit?pli=1&hl=en#

Next for your and your favorite parent friends a Diaper Bag Tutorial. No more searching for the perfect bag, now you can find the perfect fabric instead. One for you and one for Dad.

Two Pocket Diaper Holder!

 

http://www.vibrant-designs.net/2011/01/duo-pocket-changing-pad-tutorial.html

Too cute for words! Complete with pattern and tutorial you can make yourself or any mom just a little bit happier with this easy to carry diaper bag! The perfect size for that quick trip in the car when you really do not need the whole shebang of a large diaper bag. I like the idea of making one for mom and a separate one for dad.....