Category Archives: Tutorials, how to

keeping notes – make your own

Posted on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 by Regina Lord

  I’ve been asked several times for the instructions for this note keeper, which was published in Green Craft Magazine last January.  Since the magazine is probably harder to find now, I thought I’d share my original instructions before they … Continue reading →

Posted in Recycle,Reduce,Reuse, Tutorials, how to | 2 Comments

Day of the Dead Planters

Posted on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 by Regina Lord

I am completely fascinated with Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos).  The All Souls Procession,  here in Tucson, Az , is one of the most amazing things about Tucson.  It’s a really amazing event.  I went last year, … Continue reading →

Posted in i make stuff, Tutorials, how to | 19 Comments

chalkboard activity book

Posted on Saturday, September 10, 2011 by Regina Lord

Have you noticed the chalkboard paint craze? It’s everywhere! On walls, doors, jars, posts. Really you can put it on just about anything. I’ve already painted it on my pantry door, but thought it would be fun to do something … Continue reading →

Posted in Fun kid stuff, Tutorials, how to | 6 Comments

homemade cleansing oil

Posted on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 by Regina Lord

I was looking back in my archives at when I started doing OCM ~oil cleansing  method for my face. It was one year ago this month!   I was given some awesome cleansing oil last may and decided to use the … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, recipes, i make stuff, Tutorials, how to | 12 Comments

bottle cap brooch tutorial

Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 by Regina Lord

* I made this tutorial before going to artfest, but never had time to post it.  These were one of my artfest trades and they disappeared very quickly. I had several people asking how I made them, and with what, … Continue reading →

Posted in i make stuff, jewelry, Misc stuff, Tutorials, how to | 24 Comments

valentine inspiration

Posted on Friday, February 4, 2011 by Regina Lord

1. for a friend, 2. Heart Mobile, 3. Molly’s Sketchbook, 4. valentines 08, 5. Valentine Bird, 6. Chunky Book, 7. lovebirds, 8. vintage valentine, 9. Valentine’s surprises, 10. Carve My Name, 11. Elsa’s Painting, 12. for my family, 13. Valentine … Continue reading →

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teacher gifts: sticky note holder

Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 by Regina Lord

Both of my kids have 2 teachers each, then the helpers and the front desk person. I wanted to make something useful but very affordable.  I have plenty of paper, glue and lots of tools so this project fit the … Continue reading →

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Be charming: wine charm how to

Posted on Wednesday, December 8, 2010 by Regina Lord

I thought these would make great hostess gifts if your planning on going to any Christmas parties.  I usually take a bottle of wine, but even better would be something that can be reuse and enjoyed long after the holidays. … Continue reading →

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harvest basket

Posted on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 by Regina Lord

Also seen on Rhythm of the Home Materials: Two sticks about 15 inches long Two 15 x 21 inch pieces of fabric Scissors Thread Sewing machine Embroidery thread Two 8 x 5 inch pieces of solid fabric (in a coordinating … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, Tutorials, how to | 10 Comments

pillowcase pajama shorts tutorial

Posted on Monday, July 5, 2010 by Regina Lord

The boys desperately needed some pajama shorts, especially for days when pajama wear turns into daytime wear. I had my little one try to pick fabric he liked, but I don’t have much boyish stuff.  Then I came across my … Continue reading →

Posted in Clothing, Sewing, Tutorials, how to | Tagged , , , , , , , | 27 Comments