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This article is on how to make a soft cuddly fleece no-sew blanket. I've made about 30 of them so far and they are so soft and so easy to make it still surprises me that everyone doesn't own one....
Fall is here, a chill is in the air and you’re wracking your brain as you find yourself feverishly working towards finding the right holiday gift. It is hard to imagine a better gift than a...
Planning a romantic picnic is a perfect way to show your loved one how much you enjoy spending time with them anywhere. Its up to you the planner to know the few simple basic steps that will make...
Ever been sitting at home on a rainy day and wondered what to do? Here are some good suggestions that will turn that frown upside down!
A park picnic is a great way to get some sunshine and spend some personal time with that significant other of yours or a good friend or maybe hang out with your mom for a bit without her boyfriend...
Sometimes you need just a light blanket to cuddle up with while watching TV or taking a nap. Most every year I make one of these cozy flannel blankets. Sometimes they last just the year and...
When there’s a chill in the air, snuggle up in a toasty warm fleece blanket throw that has sleeves. You’ve maybe seen them advertised on TV, or in magazines recently, sometimes called Snuggies,...
A homemade baby shower gift is a wonderful way to customize and personalize your gift. Some homemade baby shower gifts will require a good amount of preparation time, but there are many gifts that...
Did you know that your hot water heater uses 30% of your monthly electric bill? If you have an older model it could be even more. Go green and do what you can to reduce your monthly electric...
Keep in mind I am no expert in this matter. I have three children who have all developed quite nicely. I did have two that were rather colicky and did give me a time especially at night. My...
No one can deny that the earth's air, water, and land are becoming more increasingly polluted. As a result, species are disappearing at an alarming rate. Climate changes, droughts disasters and...
Here's the instructions on how to make your own fleece blanket. You can't beat the feel of fleece and the warmth it provides. And with the endless selection of fleece prints available in stores...
Are you interested in creating a tie blanket for the holiday season? If you think it's hard or impossible to do, think again! Follow these super easy steps to create your own blanket for the holidays!
Congratulations on the arrival of your new baby and congratulations on your decision to try breastfeeding! It is truly one of the greatest gifts that a mother can give to her newborn. However,...
It is Summer again, kids are out of school and board most of the time. They want to go swimming, skating, to the movies or even the mall daily. Well in the current economic times, these activities...
Newborns, especially preemies, love being bundled. (You’ll love it too) Bundling helps newborns feel the security and closeness of the womb. Bundling keeps them warm, comfie, and secure. ...
With the current economic times, new clothes are usually one of the first things to be crossed off the list when it comes to priorities in your budget. Here is a fun way to get new clothes (well,...
There are different types of weather we have been given and sometimes we have gray rainy days! Some people don't exactly like them. I love them!!!! When I hear it raining outside and it's...
When you are a pet owner and you are going away for more than a couple of days, you may want to have your pet with you, rather than leave your buddy in the hands of a sitter. Pets are just like...
Most first time parents dread having to fly with baby for the first time. Will the pressure bother baby's ears? Will the baby cry a lot and disturb other passengers? How is baby going to eat? ...
For the purposes of this article, let us assume that there are some couples out there who disagree on the optimal home temperature (for humans, and on the planet Earth). These couples are probably...
When your child is sick, all you want to do is make it go away. You give him medicine for a fever, cough, and runny nose. You make sure he is comfortable and okay. But what is the best way to...
The Snuggie blanket took the country by storm - maybe because of all the storms that swept the country this winter. The sleeved blanket is both simple and ingenious - the perfect solution to the...
After an alpaca or any fiber animal is sheered there will be vegetable matter, second cuts and other matter that you will want to remove before washing. This article explains how to do the most...
You've written dozens or hundreds of the most brilliant of pieces of words the world has ever seen.. yet, you're only showing pennies on the day. Here is a simple solution to what may be wrong...
When I arrive I see smoke rising up from camp-fires somewhat clouding the sight of the teepees in the distance. I hear the sounds of children laughing as they are playing. I hear the faint beat...
The bed is the focal point of your bedroom. Even if the rest of the room is in utter chaos, a made-up bed brings order to an otherwise untidy room. So make your bed every day upon waking to...
Got a baby on the way? Or maybe you just want to give away something more personal at your friends baby shower. This blanket is a great first project for the novice knitter and will make a great...
This is a super simple and easy blanket to make that is super soft and cozy. A great project for a beginner or experienced sewer and a wonderful baby gift!
Looking to save some money this holiday season? Here are some easy and affordable ways to make your own gifts this year.
Babies are a treasure to us. They are a true miracle. We love our babies, but can we ever get our work done, and spend quality time with them? From my simple instructions, you will have a...
I learned the power of the "feel good" blanket 100 years ago (or so it seems) when I was in college. I had a difficult time adjusting to the new way of life, living away from home in...
I am sure we have all had the thought before about the dating manual right? Well even though we may wish there was a book that was given to us that tells us the step by step no fail system to this...
To produce a button hole stitch on a fleece throw is a piece of cake, if you have the right tools! What is the "right tool" you might wonder? Well, the key is to get a large enough eye of a needle...
The airlines always run out of those little flimsy blankets and travel pillows on the airplane, right? And who knows when they were last washed? Ewwwwww..... Some airlines are charging for these...
If you just aren't staying warm enough at night due to cold temperatures, here are a few ways to stay cozy and warm.
A tie knot blanket is simple, fun, and great of beginners! No sewing machine required. I have a little girl on the way so for my first blanket, I made a small tie knot fleece for the car seat. It...
This is part two of my series of romance her pants off. It takes both people in a relationship to keep the love alive and flowing. The most important time to do something special for the person...
We will learn how to make a blanket out of a duvet cover and a blanket you don't like any more or is old and worn.
You had a wonderful New Years Eve out with your family and friends, and it was a long night. Now your ready to be home alone, or alone with your partner.
I am the proud grandmother of a new grand daughter and there is another on the way. Having 6 children and 21 grand children already leaves me with limited funds, but never with limited love. I am...
There are a few different ways to make knot fleece blankets. I will try to go over all the different ways I know. These blankets are great for people who do not know how to sew and make a...
This is a simple project that can completed in a few hours. Match individual tastes with different themed fleece. Make a small, medium or large blanket by using 1, 2, or 3 yard sections of...
He or she was the love of your life. You considered them your first born. Yes! I'm talking about your furry four legged friend. Many of us were pet owners before we were actually parents. I know I...
A baby shower is a wonderful way to celebrate the arrival of a new baby. It also helps expectant parents get a head start on what seems to be an almost endless accumulation of baby products. While...
Crate training a new puppy (or even a new dog for that matter) is essential to prevent accidents, chewing and other bad behaviors. Often, this is a daunting task - especially when faced with a...
Most winters are a little too chilly for a horse to go without a blanket. Measuring your horse is pretty simple and won't take long at all. Here are a few tips on how to measure for your horse's...
Enjoy a romantic picnic with your partner. Picnics are among the most romantic date ideas. Here are some tips and romantic picnic ideas to spark passion for any couple.
Do you love your chenille blanket? Are you unsure if you can wash it? Well this article will provide you with the proper steps of how to wash the chenille blanket in a washing machine while...
I am a cat lover but sometimes kitty gets stressed. so what do you do when they are all stressed out? Everyone has their own method. Here is what I do. Time for toy-toy time and mama time. Her eye...