Book Nook

After yet another long hiatus for LoveBugsLane...we are finally back at the business of crafting.

We have made a huge change to our lifestyle. After 2 years stuck at a duty station we have made the glorious move all the way around the world to Germany. I have had the most fun statring to unpack and get this new classic style house all sparkled with my personal vision. 

Here is the first area to be 100% complete.... I present to you.....the Book Nook.....

To complete I used two cheap bookcases I bought second hand for $10 each. I then finally used that canopy I purchased (no joke) 8 years ago at Ikea. The seating area is our fold out gymnastics mat. Very colorful and easy to clean. I think for almost no cost, it turned out really cute. This is also the bottom of our very long spiral staircase, which is also the hall foyer area to the soon-to-be sewing room, playroom and laundry room.

Robot SuperCape

I made this super hero, (aka big brother cape) for a very special little boy I know. I used the template (sorta) to make it. I used her shape but ended up winging my dementions and thought it turned out cute as could be.Here is her Tutorial.

 I did not use any interfacing because I wanted it to flow as free as possibly. The collar can be worn eaither folded or up depending on how the kids like it or feel more comfortable. I personally like folded so you can see the fabric contrast.

Jello Popsicles

I be the first to admit these are the furthert things from healthy...but like my dear husband says not everything can be healthy everyday--one a year cant be that bad right????
So to try out me new Tupperware Popsicle Molds
All I did was make the jello and freeze. I also did this with the chocolate and vanilla pudding to make pudding pops. 

Tooth Fairy Pillow

Another site you all need to check out is mmmcrafts. She makes the most adorable tutorials. Here is her one for a very darling Tooth Fairy.
I have been meaning to make this for awhile and her printable tooth pattern is excellent. 
Although hers is so so so cute, I wanted to make a simple tooth, plain and simple.
So here is my little guy, I made a pocket in the back for the dollar bills and left the mouth wide enough to hold teeth as this is what my 6 year old insisted on her pillow having.....

PlayDough

I love making homemade playdough. I love that I can make it with the kids and they enjoy the project. I love how long the playdough lasts and how well it works.

Here is what you will need, most of which you should have already in the kitchen

1 Cup Flour

1 Cup Warm Water

2 Tsp Cream of Tarter

1 Tsp Oil

1/4 Cup Salt

Food Coloring

First you mix all the ingredients (not food coloring) into a medium saucepan.

Stir mixture on medium heat until it becomes smooth.

This will take about 2 minutes. Once smooth remove from heat.

Once the mixture is cooled, begin kneading until it gets smooth, then form into a nice shaped ball.

From there split into 4 even triangles.

Now it is time to add the food coloring and have fun!

Move through dough until you are happy with the color turn out.

I did not wear gloves........

I suggest YOU DO!

However, for some wonderful reason, once they are all soaked in color wise, I have never ever had coloring get on the kids hands, so that's a good note that the color malfunctions are saved only for making.

Place in containers and PLAY!

Make Your Own All Purpose Cleaner

I started making my own all purpose cleaners so that I can spray around the kids and not have to worry about harsh chemicals. Here is a recipe that I love to use for my All purpose cleaner, it works like a charm and as an added bonus, even spells nice and clean.
All you need to make this yourself is:
* A squirt bottle, found easily at the dollar store
* Lemon juice
* Water
* Vinegar 
* Lemon Essential Oil--10-20 drops
* Tea Tree Essential Oil (Optional)


Mix about half the bottle of water and half vinegar. Then add the other ingredients, shake and...... clean!!!!

MAY 16

HAPPY LOVING 10 YEARS TO MY DEAR HUSBAND!!!