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Old Navy: $1 flip flops (6/30 only!)

June 29, 2012 by 1 Comment

Old Navy will have their $1 flip flops tomorrow only!   This sale includes limited sizes, colors, and quantities and is available in stores only.  Flip flops are available at this price while supplies last only.  I recommend going EARLY to make sure you can grab some!

Click here to find your nearest store location and store hours–> Old Navy $1 flip flop sale 

Once you buy your flip flops, you can use them to make these super cute frugal flip flops like I made with my daughter last summer:

Here’s what you need to make them:

  • Flip flops- $1
  • 1 stem flowers – $1.99 on average (prices may vary)
  • Jewels – $3.49 on average (prices may vary)
  • Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Pull the stem and backing off the flowers and hold it together.  (You may want to use the glue gun to glue the layers together).    Glue the jewel in the flower and wait until the glue has dried and it’s secure.  Glue the flower onto the flip flops and you’re ready to go.  As my kids would say, “easy peasy”

You could also add ribbons, pom poms, bows, and more!  Make sure you grab a Michael’s or Hobby Lobby coupon to save even more!


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4th of July Craft: Patriotic Wreath

June 13, 2012 by Leave a Comment

I can’t believe that the 4th of July is only a few weeks away!  Where has June gone?  This 4th is a special one for our family, since it is my husband’s first as a U.S. citizen so I really want to go all out.  I saw this wreath on pinterest and fell in love.  It looks pretty easy to make, just time intensive.  I guess I better get moving then.  Thanks for the idea Capital B!

Here’s what you need to make this:

  • 6 red, 6 white and 4 blue felt sheets
  • scissors
  • straight pins
  • rounded foam wreath
  • craft wire
  • white cardstock

Here’s how to make it -> Patriotic Wreath Tutorial

 

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Mother’s Day Craft: Easy Baking Soda Air Freshener

April 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Mother’s Day is May 13th, which is just around the corner!  I thought this was such a cute idea.  These would make great Mother’s day gifts for moms, grandmas, and even friends.  Thanks Smashed Peas and Carrots!

Here is what you need to make these:

  • 1/2 cup baking soda (per jar)
  • Essential oil of your preference (8-12 drops)
  • Mason jar (I love the 8 oz wide mouth Elite Collection for these!)
  • Scrapbook paper
  • Tapestry needle
  • Scissors and pen

Here’s how to make it -> Easy Baking Soda Air Freshener Tutorial

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Spring Craft: Spring Flowers

April 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

This is such a fun spring craft to do with your kids or all by yourself!  I know my girls would have a blast making these and it looks like you can get almost all of the supplies with just one quick trip to your craft store.

Here’s what you need to make these:

  • 16 chipboard flowers in 2 sizes
  • 1 empty Pringles can
  • 16 white plastic balloon sticks with balloon cups
  • 1 bag crinkle cut tissue strands or easter grass
  • A round piece of styrofoam that is small enough to fit inside the Pringles can
  • Variety of scrapbook papers
  • Brads, Buttons or other embellishments
  • Ribbon
  • Beans or rice
  • Tacky Glue
  • Double Sided Tape
  • Hot Glue Gun or Glue Dots

Here’s how to make them -> Spring Flowers Tutorial

(Thanks Being Crafty Utah!)

 

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Thanksgiving Craft: Pinecone Turkey

November 9, 2011 by Leave a Comment

This is the perfect craft for those rainy days when your kids are bored and need something to do.  It has been rainy here for a few days now and my kids are stir crazy because they can’t play outside.  They have been begging for “something special” to do.  This pinecone turkey is so great because I already have all the supplies I need to make it.  Yay for not having to make an extra trip to the store in the rain!  Even better, I can use the finished product as placecards for Thanksgiving dinner.  I love when I can kill two birds with one stone.  Thanks to Amazing Moms for the great idea.

Here is what you need to make these Pinecone Turkeys:

  • yellow card stock or construction paper
  • brown card stock or construction paper
  • glue
  • scissors
  • wiggly eyes

Here is how to make them -> Pinecone Turkey Tutorial

Also, don’t forget these great coupons if you need to head to the craft store for supplies:

 

 

 

 

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