10Jan

How To Choose Your Kids Wall Decor

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Adding art to a room is a great way to liven up the space as well as coordinate with other decorations already in place. Decorating a child’s room can be fun but frustrating if there are too many options to choose from. Over decorating can look just as awful as not decorating at all. Choosing tasteful and fun decor and wall decor for kids can be a long process if one is picky. Shop around at various local retailers, as well as online, before deciding what theme or color you like best. Occasionally, certain themed decorations go on sale at specific times of the year.

If decorating a room for a new baby, choosing gender-neutral decor is generally advised even if the gender of the baby is already known. Decor such as animals, leaves, or beach scenes is typically neutral. Sports, sailboats, and cars are good for boys while flowers, fairies, and butterfly wall decor are suitable for girl rooms. Again, but sure not to over decorate, it can appear tacky and overwhelming.

Kids wall art are available from many places. Craft and hobby stores not only have finished decorations, but also projects kids can do themselves to create a unique piece. Older kids usually enjoy these projects it gives them a sense of accomplishment. If entirely redecorating an older child’s room, its best to involve them in the process. Using stencils to paint pictures on the walls is one way to add color. Also, having the child choose the wall art is a good idea, and then it is known that they will enjoy it for years to come.

While butterfly wall decor tends to be geared towards girls, using reds, yellows, or blues as the wing color can create more of a masculine or neutral feel to the decorations. However, it is difficult to find butterflies portrayed this way they are usually either pink or purple. Most kids’ wall art is also geared for very young children. It will do well for the first few years of life, but one may need to start thinking about updating the decorations once a child becomes six or seven years of age.

The author has spent a lot of time learning about kids wall art and other related topics. Read more about butterfly wall decor

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11Nov

Lamb Baby Shower Theme Ideas

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A lamb baby shower theme is the perfect way of welcoming a sweet bundle of love into the world. The lamb theme has gained so much popularity because it reflects a baby’s sheer innocence and gentleness; this theme also adds a touch of playfulness and fun in any baby shower. Whether one is throwing a baby welcome party for twins or planning a triplets baby shower, working with a reliable retailer is guaranteed to make party planning an easy task. Coordinating with a trusted party retailer also entitles the organizer to great deals and discounts when purchasing baby shower items by bulk.
When throwing a baby shower with a lamb concept, one must be sure to be consistent in carrying out the motif, from the invitations down to the thank you cards. To make the event more special and personal, one must consider going for customized baby shower items; having the guests’ names printed on the individual invitation cards and thank you notes add a touch of endearment. A cute and classic invitation and thank you card idea are glossy cards that feature a mother sheep lovingly holding her newborn lamb; for a triplets baby shower, a card showing a mother sheep cuddling her three precious lambs can be used instead. Having a themed invitation card provides the guests with a glimpse of what to expect for the baby shower. One can pick a color that is traditional, such as pastel pink for baby girls and baby blues for boys or opt for a neutral hue, like light green; neutral theme stickers are more ideal for twins and triplets baby shower where the gender of the babies differ.
Baby showers with lamb themes are easier with lamb theme stickers; these colorful, multipurpose stickers can be used in labeling party favors and prizes for the baby shower games. The best party favor ideas for guests are those that are useful and easy to carry; even these should go with the lamb baby shower theme. One need not spend tons of money on baby shower items; unique and affordable options for party favors include tins for mints, scented candles and sweets. A smart way of presenting tiny treats is by making use of lamb themed candy bar wrappers and mini candy jars; this makes the tiny delights more scrumptious to the taste. Small fragrant soaps shaped like lambs are also brilliant ideas for party favors; they can be covered in plastic containers and labeled with a lamb theme sticker.
A baby shower with the lamb theme must be held at a venue that depicts a warm, hearty environment. The room can be decorated with fluffy pillows and stuffed toy lamb centerpieces. Balloons and streamers must also carry the lamb theme; soft music may be played at the background to set the guests on the mood. A cake with a lamb frosting design is popular in lamb theme parties. The secret to creating a successful lamb baby shower theme is by sticking with the concept and providing a homey environment for the guests.

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26Jun

Make Your Own Tutus

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Are you ready to start making your own boutique quality baby tutus,  toddler tutus or even dog tutus? Why pay hundreds of dollars at the boutique shop when you can easily learn how to make your very own no sew tutus for literally pennies on the dollar. I’m going to reveal the secrets for how to make a tutu once and for all for all you craft enthusiasts.

These instructions outline how to make a no sew tutu using the slip knot technique. These are basic instructions which once mastered can be used to make hundreds of beautiful and unique tutus for any occasion. Before getting started make sure you have the proper supplies and materials.

Supplies

First you will need the basic supplies to do your measuring and cutting. You will need a rotary cutter, self healing cutting mat, non slip ruler, scissors, measuring tape and a paper towel roll or a similar shaped object to hold your project in place while you work. Most of these supplies should be readily available at your local craft store.

Materials

Tulle: There are several different styles, types and colors of tulle to choose from. For this particular tutu you will want to purchase the 6 inch by 25 yard spool of tulle. This type is recommended for several reasons; it requires less cutting, it’s typically less expensive and it’s easier to work with. If you’re making a tutu for a small child, you will need at least two spools of tulle.

Elastic Waistband: The elastic waistband comes in two different colors; white and black. If you are making a tutu with only dark colors, you should use the black elastic waistband. Otherwise, you should use the white elastic waistband for all bright colored tutus. There are also several different sizes of elastic waistbands. I recommend using the 3/4 inch elastic waistband to give your tutu a nice look and fit.

Embellishments: There are many different fun and beautiful embellishments you can add to your tutu. For this tutu I suggest attaching a flower to the front of your tutu.

Instructions

Step 1: Measure your child’s waist and subtract two inches before making your cut. Glue the two ends together with a hot glue gun and hold firmly until secured. You may also hand sew the ends together using a needle and thread to make it more durable.

Step 2: Calculate the length of tulle you will need by multiplying your desired length by 2 and then add an extra two inches for tying your slip knots.

Step 3: Unroll a spool of tulle onto your cutting mat and place the ruler’s edge where you will be making your cut. Carefully roll your rotary cutter over the tulle fabric using the ruler’s edge as a guide to ensure a straight cut. You will need to cut approximately four strips of tulle for each inch of waistband.

Step 4: Slip your elastic waistband around a paper towel roll or another similar shaped object that will hold your tutu in place while you work. If the elastic fits too loosely around the paper towel roll, you can attach a safety pin to cinch up the elastic until it fits snug.

Step 5: Take one of your pre-cut strips of tulle and fold it in half keeping the ends even. Make a loop at the folded end with your fingers and slide the loop underneath your elastic waistband so the loop is sticking out the top.

Step 6: Take the two ends and push them through the loop and then pull the ends down to tighten your knot. Be sure not to tighten your knot too much as this will scrunch your elastic waistband.

Step 7: Continue tying your tulle strips until you have completely filled your elastic waistband. Make sure you slide your knots so they sit comfortably next to each other to ensure a full and fluffy tutu. Be sure not to bunch them too close to each other or this will stretch out your elastic waistband. You will not want to tie more than four strips of tulle per inch of waistband.

Step 8: The final step is to attach a beautiful flower or another embellishment to the front of your tutu. Using a hot glue gun or a strong adhesive, attach your embellishment to your elastic waistband and hold firmly until dry.
There you have it, your very first boutique quality tutu!

Now you’re ready to experiment with many different colors of tulle to make hundreds of stylish and trendy tutus. You may want to add rhinestones to your tutu to make it sparkle or maybe a satin ribbon waistband to make it look elegant and beautiful.

Learn everything you need to know to make beautiful boutique quality tutus including 12 different variations in our complete step-by-step instructional course. You will not find a better or more affordable course on the Internet for how to make a tutu. We also include three free bonuses and a money back guarantee so there is absolutely no risk!

Valerie Longhurst, a tutu enthusiast and creator of “How To Make Tutus Revealed”, invites you to learn all the secrets, tips and techniques for how to make beautiful boutique quality tutus.

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