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I’ve been writing in this space for over 10 years on a broad range of topics. If you’re looking for something specific, try browsing through the links below.

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crochet, cooking, gifts, kids, knitting, life in Lincoln Nebraska, photography, recycle, refashion, reuse, sewing, stash, thrifting, all tutorials

most popular tutorials for kids
• mini race flags
• elephant blanket to pillow
• add adjustable elastic to pants
• easy kids shorts
• refashion dress into skirt
• flower applique
• ruffle up boys t-shirts for girls
• easy baby quilt
• microwave crayon shapes
• handmade wrapping paper
• bias tape straps for backpack
• hand-painted thank you cards
• bicycle handlebar re-cover
• plastic egg music shakers
• fix a stuffed animal’s nose

most popular tutorials for adults
• take in a waistband
• easy spring/fall ruffle scarf
• t-shirt to cardigan
• refashion dress into skirt
• refashion an ’80s sweater
• faux burberry scarf

most popular tutorials for knitting and crochet
• felted beads from yarn scraps
• crochet troll doll dress
• tiny crochet flower
• marriage equality pin
• quick + easy wrist warmers
• tiny crochet ornament bookmark
• tiny crochet spider
• tiny crochet pumpkin
• tiny crochet ball
• easy jar cover
• single row stripes
• crochet washcloths
• tiny striped egg pattern
• tiny four-leaf clover pattern
• twisted rib scarf technique
• tiny crochet hearts
• amigurumi ghost
• mini santa hat ornament

most popular tutorials for the home
• reusable filter for cold brewed coffee
• easy photo frame applique
• easy four seam zipper pouch
• kids artwork pillow
• remote control pillow 1
• remote control pillow 2
• recycled holiday gift tags
• craft storage
• t-shirt covered tote
• reuse-or-recycle package labels
• 10 garage sale tips for crafters

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