PART 1 of this post RIGHT HERE: If you are just coming upon this post, now, look for the link above and see PART 1Â of this post where I explained: quilt basics fabrics to use and amount where to find the patterns shown (RILEY BLAKE OF COURSE) below is the fabric chart if you missed it on the last post Quilt Block Assembly: Â Even though the pictures have great explanations, there are a couple tips you can use. YES that is glue stick. It's Elmer's Washable WHITE … [Read more...] about Easiest Strip Quilt-Part 2-Block & Quilt Assembly
Archives for May 2013
Easiest Strip Quilt for DOLLS-Part 1-Prep
I'm so excited to share this post mainly since I have wanted to make a quilt of sorts for a long time. I finally had the excuse to make one with RILEY BLAKE FABRICSÂ and for even more fun, check out the Riley Blake Fabric Fest in Las Vegas, NV in September where we will be teaching a class. Anyhow, Riley Blake has THE CUTEST selection of fabrics so it was hard to pick. It's a good thing I picked the quilt that requires many colors and patterns because I got to use most of my very … [Read more...] about Easiest Strip Quilt for DOLLS-Part 1-Prep
How to Make a Party Hat
Kids love party hats! They can turn the most simple events into full on parties! Making your own is quick and fun. First, download template and print on cardstock. https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/craftingchicksdownloads/2015/Nikkala/party_hat.pdf Cut out the hat. Fold into a cone shape. To make the cone shape, I've found that running the hat shape over the edge of a counter gets the curling process started and makes it easier to make a cone. Then glue the tab into the hat. I … [Read more...] about How to Make a Party Hat
10 Easy Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Let's face it, finding the right gift to let Dad know just how much he means to us is H A R D! Father's Day is getting close, so we've compiled our top gifts for dad right here. Have the kids fill out the cute questionnaire--their answers are sure to be funny! If that doesn't melt his heart, well, head straight to his stomach with some of our Dad approved recipes! 1. Dad Album 2. Dad and Grandpa Questionnaires 3. GPS Coordinate Welcome Mat 4. Handprint Tree 5. Coupon … [Read more...] about 10 Easy Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Father’s Day Handprint Tree 2013
You asked for it and now it's back. Â The 2013 Father's Day Handprint Tree! I sure loved giving this to the grandpa's and my husband. Everyone really loved it. My girls have so much fun getting their hands painted and then stamping them on the page. I think they could do it all day long. If you want instructions on how to do it, I wrote it all up on 2012's tree post. I hope that you enjoy it! [wpdm_file id=32] All printables and downloads designed by The Crafting Chicks are for PERSONAL USE … [Read more...] about Father’s Day Handprint Tree 2013