{Make It Yourself-Save $$} i-Pod Exercise Shuffle Arm Band

Make your own shuffle band and save $$$   This shuffle band is a lot like this i-pod armband found here but for about 1/4 of the cost.

 

 It's an armband that holds your i-pod shuffle while you exercise.

 

This I-pod shuffle exercise arm band for will cost you about $2.50!  This Tutorial
will give you all the information so you can make one for yourself or for someone you love!  Head on over to Delia Creates to see how it's done-Lots of photos too.

{Freebie) 2nd Set Lunchbox Notes Have Arrived Just in Time for Back to School

Well, we've designed our second set of Lunchbox  Notes! There are 30 notes in this collection. You'll find some notes that are blank so you can put in your own message. We wanted these notes to be convey a happy and inspirational feeling to your kids, to  make their day a little brighter while they are away from home....like a hug from mom.  I hope you agree that we have accomplished this.

Click HERE to download our 2nd collection of Lunchbox Notes. We'd love for you to become a friend of our Blog and  Facebook Page    (P.S.  We "refreshed" and updated the original set, just couldn't help ourselves from making some changes) 

There are 30 Lunchbox notes all together in this file. 

(all the notes are not shown here) 

Our name will not appear on the notes that you will be able to download. Once you download the set you can print as many as you like. But beware, once you put a Lunchbox Note in your children's lunch they are going to want one every day! Guaranteed.  Only for PERSONAL USE. May not be distributed or sold under any circumstances!

Check this yummy recipe using Chocolate Cheerios and Peanut Butter Cheerios--It's like Rice Krispies with yummy marshmallows. It will be a fun treat for your kid's lunches. Click HERE to get the recipe. 

Edible Crayons? What a Fun Gift for Teacher

How funny is this! Edible crayons. Perfect for gift for your kids teachers. You could empty out a new box of crayons (right now they are anywhere from 40 to 50 cents a box) and put these homemade crayons inside! They may be taller than the box but that's the joy of it, but if they aren't just put some tissue paper in the bottom of the box.  Wrap a ribbon around the box and you've got a very unique present for the first day of school. 

 

Here's a tray of them all made up! So Cute! Make up several different crayon colors. Print the labels on different color cardstock and you're good to go!.

They fit nicely in this pencil box too. It's art and a snack at the same time.

Click Here to go to Gourmet Mom on the Go to get the crayon label download and more instructions on this fun treat

Would you like some more label options for your the Edible Crayons? Here's what's available:

Christmas Labels

Birthday Labels

Traditional Crayon label

Blank Labels

BYU Labels

Ohio Labels

Steelers Labels

Cardinals Labels

Valentine Labels

and finally Customize your own Labels

Click Here to go to the links to download any or all of these labels to put on your Edible Crayons! Bon Appetit!

Click HERE to see ALL our Ideas for Teacher Appreciation/Back to School Gifts

Pottery Barn Knock-off Office/Craft Room Table

I love the idea of a table with storage and this has it! Ana calls it the

Cubby Bookcases Modular Office Collection

Use it in your office or craft room. Very nice! You've probably seen something similar to this at Pottery barn. This one you can make and have for a fraction of the price and the good news is.....If you make it you will be sure to use solid wood and not veneer. You could put the colorful bins in the shelves too.

So where is the fabulous place where you can get the plans for the piece, the complete plan with instructions and supply list?  It's over at Ana White!

We've featured a few more pieces from Ana White. Click Here for a fabulous storage unit and Here for something to put the Dress-Up clothes in.  If you're interested in a cute play kitchen for the kids click  Here  and last but not least if you'd like to see a baby doll crib and get the plans to build it, click here

Pottery Barn Knock-off Bookshelf/Storage Center

Wouldn't this be just wonderful in your little girls bedroom (or a boys room with  bins in different colors) You build this cute piece of furniture and you've just created a lot of storage space for toys, books, clothes or anything else that needs a home.

I love the brightly colored bins. You can purchase these on line or at IKEA or Target. Get all the plans for building these and I mean everything, the supply list, the cutting measurements etc. Get it all over at Anna White!

 Here's a fun companion piece to the bookshelves up above. And Yes, you can get the plans for this one too over at Ana White

We've featured a few more pieces from Ana White. Click Here for cubby shelves,  Here for something to put the Dress-Up clothes in.  If you're interested in a cute play kitchen for the kids click  Here  and last but not least if you'd like to see a baby doll crib and get the plans to build it, click here

Need Something to Put the Dress-Up Clothes in? Try this!

I love the idea of having a special place for the Dress-Up's. A place where the kids can find them and put them away. (Some of mine are hanging up, some are on the closet floor)  Sounds like I need this too.  Very Cute!

You can paint it the perfect color for the kids bedrooms or the playroom. We could even make up some vinyl lettering for the Dress-Up Box (or any other wording that you care to put on it)  Just contact us at itswrittenonthewall@gmail.com with your requests!  We'll personalize something for you. Here's our Etsy Shop  www.itswrittenonthewall.etsy.com

 Now back to business.  Want the plans for this fun Dress-Up Box?  Well Here they are!,   Go over to Ana White's blog to get every bit of information you need to make this up for your girls or grandchildren!

We've featured a few more pieces from Ana White. Click Here for a fabulous storage unit. If you're interested in a cute play kitchen for the kids click  Here  and last but not least if you'd like to see a baby doll crib and get the plans to build it, click here

What a Darling Baby Doll Crib-You Can Make It!

Isn't this a cute baby doll crib?  Want to know how to make it?  All the directions, and I mean ALL the directions are shown  Here at Ana White   This  doll crib is designed for 18" dolls. Features a bottom drawer.

We've featured a few more pieces from Ana White. Click Here for a fabulous storage unit and Here for something to put the Dress-Up clothes in.  If you're interested in a cute play kitchen for the kids click  Here 

{Tutorial) Pottery Barn Play Kitchen Knock-Off

FOUND:  A great Pottery Barn Knock-off....It's a Play Kitchen that is every bit as nice as the "expensive" one you can buy at Pottery Barn (shown below) but not anywhere near the same price.  There's a refrigerator, oven/stove combo and a sink with shelves.  Take a look at the photos. This blue one was built by Kirsten from The Crafting Chicks

  The Pottery Barn Play Kitchen (above) is currently on sale for only.... $699 for all three pieces.  Cute but I think you can build this same one for a fraction of that cost-Hey paint it pink if it makes you feel better!


Want to make one for your little girl(s) for Christmas?  Get all the directions plus measurments and supply list at the Anna White/ Homemaker blog You've got this! Go for it!

We've featured a few more pieces from Ana White. Click Here for a fabulous storage unit and Here for something to put the Dress-Up clothes in.  If you're interested in a cute baby doll crib click Here  and last but not least if you'd to see another Pottery Barn knock-off (cubby bookcase) click Here

A DIY Slip n Slide (AMAZING) and a Fun DIY Sprinkler!

Don't you just feel so great when you can build something yourself, save money and enjoy yourself!! I know I do.  Here's two great projects where you can do just that. First the slip-n- slide 

 

 Make it yourself and make it the size you want! Excellent!

These supplies look relatively inexpensive-Swimming Noodles should be really cheap right now as stores are putting all their summer toys on sale.  Get the complete tutorial Here at DigitalMisery.com   Excellent for summer play....what about using it for your end of the summer party!  Odds are that it will be the best party of the summer...

Now here's a DIY Sprinkler

 

All you need for this project is some PVC pipe, Elbows and PVC Cement!  

Find all supplies and instructions Here, at Home Spun Threads

Have the sprinkler at the little kids and the slip-n-slide for the bigger kids....that way everyone is having fun and no one is left out.

Two Excellent Uses for Rain Gutters-Ribbon and Plants

If you liked the Rain Gutters for Bookshelves  (earlier post of ours) then you're really going to love this fun idea for the Rain Gutters. Store your ribbon in them!   The best news about this storage system is that you can make them as long horizontally or you can have several shelves vertically. You will never run out of storage for your ribbon again! Yea!!!  And if you really wanted to coordinate the rain gutters to your craft room you might take them out and spray paint them a lovely color! (They're going to look so great in your craft room)

 

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All your ribbon all in one place! Very Cool!

Now you can go out and buy all the ribbon you want (?) But don't tell your husband I said that!

FOUND: another good use for the Rain Gutters!

Find out how to grow your vegetables in Rain Gutters here {Tutorial} I have an outdoor patio just like this one and I am definitely trying this next year. Nothing's better than going out into your backyard to get fresh produce and organic at that. Here's another Tutorial for Rain Gutter Planters

 But if you don't have something to hang then on then do what these people have done....Put them on the side of your home that gets the most sun. The lettuce is even safe from the bunnies!

{Free Printable) Paper Dolls-The Perfect Bordom Chaser

I was so excited to see these darling paper dolls that you can download, print and make yourself.  Included is the girl cutout, a long dress and a short dress.  As with any paper craft, the kids can design their dresses anyway they want by adding any type of embellishments such as paper cutouts, glitter, gems and by using paper punches and paper edgers.  So darling!  Guaranteed to keep them busy for a good long time.  All you need is:

Pencil
3 sheets of heavy cardstock
An assortment of patterned papers
Paper Glue
Double-Stick tape
Computer and printer

Thanks for Designer Laurie Cinotto from Fiskars, for these very cute Paper Dolls! Head on over to Fiskars to read more about this fun project for the girls. Didn't you make up clothes for your dolls when you were a little girl? I did and they weren't nearly as cute as these are. 

To make it an even more memorable afternoon---Make the most delicious, gooey, chocolate treat you can think of (you know, just something everyone would enjoy) to end the play day.  Now you've just created a wonderful memory.

Sneak Peek at the Halloween Costumes at Carters-So Cute!

Yes, there are some darling costumes below and they're all from Carter's. Buy on line or at their outlet stores. (Park City Tanger Outlet Mall for Utah)

For those of you who are saying "Halloween already"  I'm sorry...but I like   Halloween so much that I can't wait to share all I find with you, plus if you think ahead you will be prepared and ready for it when it arrives...and doesn't that feel good!

  I love the Halloween Pajamas and the trick or treat bags.......To see more cute clothing and accessories.....here's the link to Carter's   Halloween is discounted 25% off now!!!  You know if you wait you won't get the one you want!

{tutorial} Cute Pumpkin Pin Cushion-Do you sew?

I thought this pumpkin pin cushion was adorable!  There are complete sewing instructions so you can make one too!  Wouldn't it make a nice gift for someone you know that sews?? Looks easy

 

Click Here to see the tutorial from Fiskars