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Favorite Things | December part 2

Our December sponsors are pretty rad, I chose my very favorite items from each to prove my point.  Show them some love, have a look and see what your favorite things are!

ace commune boys cardigan . girls tunic

little trendstar clash tee . benatar tee

irocksowhat link to rad free downloads and more!

me giant twinkle stinkle . oink the dog

crewcuts coat . graphic tee . vest

 

December 29, 2011     |     written by Brandy     |     1 Comment



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Favorite Things | December part 1

Two awesome outfits compiled of my favorite items from our Large sponsors, basically I have some super adorable and stylish sponsors.:) One a perfect outfit for the hipster boy and the other a sweet little girl. mini mioche dream tee . patch hoody . skinny denim . distressed plaid shoe

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little vida hand-knit hat . striped cotton . flutter print top . wool coat . denim skirt . ankle strap shoe

December 28, 2011     |     written by Brandy     |     1 Comment

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DIY | Printed Shopping Totes

My kids’ love to help with the shopping it’s actually a bit of a dream since they don’t have a choice to come along or not.;) If the grocery store has a wheelie basket Kingston is the man with the basket, but when stores don’t have the luxury basket with wheels; he wants to carry his own bag and have me put things in as we shop. Usually that means he carry’s around a produce bag or one of our big shopping bags, not that exciting really. I thought for Christmas I would make both kid’s their own little shopping tote (if King has one Harley needs to have one as well), and why not take a few photos along the way and share it with you.

This is how to print your very own graphic little tote (a full size tote, or tee would be great too) using the freezer paper printing method (with downloads below).

diy screen printed graphic tote bags, dit tote bags for kids, don't forget to be awesome, enjoy the little things, city kids shopping bags Each tote is double sided, you will see below..

diy graphic printed tote bags, diy freezer paper screen printing Supplies Needed:

  • Tote Bags (you can buy blank canvas totes from your local craft store). I bought the smallest size possible for the kids.
  • Paintbrushes. I like to use a round stencil brush for the main stencil,  a 1/2″ flat brush for larger areas, and a tiny little paintbrush for finishing details (and fixing mistakes).
  • Fabric Paint. In what ever colors you please. I use Dylon or Pebeo, but you can also buy an Acrylic Fabric Medium (which when mixed with any acrylic paint makes it workable on fabric).
  • Freezer Paper. Which you can find in most large grocery stores.
  • Iron. not pictured
  • Self mending mat for cutting. (or an old magazine). not pictured
  • Exact-o Knife.  For cutting out the stencil. not pictured
  • Ruler or Rulers. Metal cork back ruler (which is great for cutting), a one to measure the surface our going to print on. not pictured
  • Magazine. This is to put between fabric layers when printing (to prevent bleeding). You can use the same magazine you used for cutting. not pictured

diy screen printed graphic tote bags, dit tote bags for kids, don't forget to be awesome, enjoy the little things, city kids shopping bags 1. Measure your bag length x width and decide how large you would like your print to be. Then measure how far from top&bottom and each side you would like your print (you can make a small mark at all four corners with a tiny pencil mark if you like).

2. Tear a piece of freezer paper (a little larger then the print size you just measured). You can print your graphic out of a regular piece of printer paper (below are downloads you can use to create your stencil in two different sizes) then trace it onto the freezer paper. But I like to save that one step and paper, and trace directly from the computer screen (just make sure your image on the screen is at 100% before tracing. Since I traced from the computer screen (and on an angle) my tracing is a bit wonky, but that is easy to fix when you cut out the letters. *Be sure to trace onto the matte side, the shiny side is the side that faces the fabric when being ironed.

3. Get your self mending cutting mat (or place a thick magazine under your freezer paper, something to save your table surface from permanently looking like your stencil), and a cork back metal ruler (these work best but any ruler will be okay).

4. Cut along the lines. As neat as possible.

5. Save all the pieces you cut out. Put the letters aside for later and keep the center of each letter for the next step.

6. Place your freezer paper stencil on your tote, use those little pencil marks you made early to help you place or quickly measure again. After you iron the large stencil on; place the center pieces in their place (the center of the o’s, etc) and iron those on.

7. Insert a few pieces of paper or a magazine into the tote bag, to prevent the paint from bleeding through to the other side.

8. Paint away. I like the circle brush, much better for stenciling and results in less bleeding.

9. Peel back the stencil when the paint is still slightly damp. Let dry fully and Iron to set the paint. Now the front is done.

diy screen printed graphic tote bags, dit tote bags for kids, don't forget to be awesome, enjoy the little things, city kids shopping bags

10. On the back side of the tote, measure the same distance from top&bottom and side to side and make four small marks in each corner. Lay out the individual letters (that you saved from when you cut out the stencil), I like to keep the file open on the computer so I can use it as a base when laying out the individual letters. Iron the letters onto the bag.

11. Using pencil or chalk draw by hand a large shape (larger so the letters will end up sitting inside the shape) that you like or trace a shape from a cut out piece of paper (or use the star or heart download below).

12. Paint the shape all the way to the lines filling the entire shape in. For this type of painting I like to use a flat brush as it gets better coverage for such a large area.

13. Peel back the letters after the paint is almost dry. Iron after the paint is totally dry to set the ink. If you like fill in the letters with a color (I did this on the Awesome bag), just use a smaller paint brush and free hand it.

The Final Product: two little tote bags printed front and back.

diy screen printed graphic tote bags, dit tote bags for kids, don't forget to be awesome,  city kids shopping bags diy screen printed graphic tote bags, dit tote bags for kids, enjoy the little things, city kids shopping bags I’m pretty sure Kingston and Harlow will love these little bags,  like I said they love to help with the shopping and having their very own special bags to carry is going to make it extra fun. Also I have a feeling these little graphic bags being carried around by two little kids might put a few smiles on strangers faces.

These steps and stencils would be great for t-shirts too (adult or kid sized).

The Stencils: (click the links below then right click>save as on the image)

Enjoy The Little Things: 10″x10″  /  15″x15″

Don’t Forget To Be Awesome: 10″x10″  /  15″x15″

Heart: 15″x15″

Star: 15″x15″

(for personal use only, please)

also I had planned to do this for The Paper Mama’s 50 DIY Days of  Christmas, but I couldnt get my act together in time. But you should check out some of the great DIY’s she has there as well.

December 19, 2011     |     written by Brandy     |     7 Comments

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Handmade Wish List | Dad

Today is the very last of our Holiday Gift Guides, I’ve posted boys, girls, moms and stuff for the home, so last but certainty not least dads…

Today’s list is a wish list for Dad (this my personal gift list for my handsome husband). handmade holiday gift guide for dad handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade mens gifts, mens gift guide 1.Ginham Bowtie (BAGZETOILE $30) : Because he doesn’t know how much he loves bowties yet. ;)

2.My Mind Set Mug (KNGO $9) : Perfect gift for my Beatles lover who’s coffee obsessed.

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade mens gifts, mens gift guide 3.Messenger Bag (NEW DUDS $122) : He is in need of a new man bag, and this one is perfect.

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade mens gifts, mens gift guide 4.Personalized Camera Strap (HARLEX $80) : Perfect manly strap for my photog

5.Mr. Mustachio Shaving Bar (SWEET PETUIA $6) : For a man who doesn’t like shaving cream.

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6.Brass and Wood iPhone Case (EXO VAULT $165) : One of the coolest iPhone cases I have ever seen, perfect for Chris.

7.Memories Keychain (PATSDESIGN $18) : A penny from the year of each of the most special dates (first started dating, married, kiddo births).

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade mens gifts, mens gift guide 8.Ugly Sweater Tee (VARDAGEN $20) : A fun ugly sweater parody for my tee shirt lover.

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9.Triangle Organic Tee (JESSALIN BEUTLER $25) : Simple but perfect, and not overly basic. My husband likes tees.

10.Remote Control Storage (MICKLLSH $300) : Since I’m always losing the remotes or the kids are hiding them, the perfect remote home.

Happy Shopping!

xoxo

December 6, 2011     |     written by Brandy     |     6 Comments

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Handmade Gift Guide | for girls

Last week I posted our favorite Handmade gift items for boys, moms, and the home. Today it’s all about my wishlist items for my girl.. handmade holiday gift guide for girls handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade girls gifts, girls gift guide 1.Plush Bunny Doll (PRETTY PLUSH $65) : Harlow LOVES LOVES Bunnies. She already has her favorite but I think a special handmade one would be a great addition.

2.Vintage Inspired Toddler Cloche (TEENY BUNNY $32) : A toddler cloche!? Need I say more?

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade girls gifts, girls gift guide 3.Peter Pan Collared Patterned Dress (VINTAGE CHILD $78) : Classic and oh so pretty!

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade girls gifts, girls gift guide 4.Hand Printed Leggings (THIEF & BANDIT KIDS $34) : I pretty much love everything in this shop, but a great pair of leggings and a headband top my fav list.

5.Toddler Mouse Jumper (WILD THINGS DRESSES $48.50) : Holy Cute! This needs to be on Harlow.

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade girls gifts, girls gift guide 6.Studded Bow Headband (GIDDY UP AND GROW $17) : We have bow headbands but the studs make it so much cooler!

7.Boys Plaid Shoe (PINK2BLUE $30) : Yes they are boys shoes but man these would be so awesome on my little lady (and they don’t come in Kingston’s size).

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade girls gifts, girls gift guide 8.Wooden Double Layer Puzzle (HAMMCRAFTED $114) : One of the coolest puzzles I’ve ever seen, almost gives the forest a 3d look.

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade girls gifts, girls gift guide 9.Arctic Finger Puppets (BABY ANIMALS $38) : So cute and my kids would have a blast with these.

10.Rabbit Art Print (HONEY CUP $16) : Harlow is our Hunny Bunny.

Happy Shopping!

xoxo

December 5, 2011     |     written by Brandy     |     2 Comments

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Handmade Gift Guide | Home

Yesterday was our Handmade Gift Guide for moms, and boys the day before. Today is a gift guide all about items for the home, most of these would make great gifts for a friend or family member. handmade holiday gift guide for the home handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade houseware gifts,  gift guide 1.Vintage inspired wall prints (EVAJULLET $79) : I dig type and graphic items and these would make a great home in our washroom (great to see first thing in the morning).

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade houseware gifts,  gift guide 2.Bonjour wood sign (SIGNS OF A DAYDREAMER $45) : We need a little more French in our home, and so great for the entrance.

3.Door Mat (DAMN GOOD DOOR MATS $40) : This is exactly what my husband says everything he leaves the house.

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade houseware gifts,  gift guide 4.Kitchen Conversions (SWEET FINE DAY $24) : Fantastic reference and it looks great!

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade houseware gifts,  gift guide 6.Stay Calm Dish (MBART STUDIOS $22) : Love, but I would want a few to cluster and hang together on a kitchen wall.

7.Cora Hamper (JENNA ROSE HANDMADE $78) : It’s pretty and I have so many uses for it, probably end up filled with toys though.

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade houseware gifts,  gift guide 8.Porcelain Berry Basket (FOREST CLEARING $40) : How pretty would my fridge look, all organized with these?

9.Ink Blot Tea Towel (PIGEON TOE CERAMICS $20) : So fun, tired of my boring, unimaginative tea towels.

handmade christmas, handmade gift guide, handmade houseware gifts,  gift guide 10.Cast Iron Antler Wall Hook (THE DOOR STOP $28) : Looks great and my husband will like not having me ask him to hang up his coat.

Happy Shopping!

xoxo

December 2, 2011     |     written by Brandy     |     1 Comment

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