My solar covers have become one of my most favorite gifts to give. They are quick, inexpensive and a unique gift everyone has loved. My son had an outstanding fifth grade year (hallelujah!) and I wanted something extra special for his two teachers. Since it was his last year in elementary school there were a few previous teachers and staff members we wanted to thank
Let’s add even more color and whimsy to our gardens with Bigger solar flowers. These solar lamps can be picked up at big box stores, garden centers and even dollar stores. I now have three sizes of these flowers (get all of the patterns in ONE handy, dandy downloadable file for just $2). Looking for something similar? Original “Solar Fun Flowers” for round solar
My solar covers have been so fun and easy. I wanted some for fall and Red Heart Reflective yarn seemed like the perfect choice. Solar Pumpkins Materials Yarn: Worsted or Bulky weight yarn. Some were made using Red Heart Reflective yarn in orange and green. Crochet Hook: J Miscellaneous: yarn needle; solar lamp (see photo below), wire (optional for hanger) Three sizes included for
It is teacher appreciation week at my son’s school and I decorated the speech teacher’s door with minions. As I was making the “Solar Fun” flower and apple covers I thought it would be fun to make minions for teacher gifts too. I found tall, skinny shaped solar lamps at Walmart and they worked perfectly. I hope you will enjoy these too. Solar Minions Are you
Last year, for Mother’s Day, I wanted something fun and unique to make for my mom. She has a lot of solar lamps in her yard so I bought a few new ones and made flower covers. These whip up quickly. They just slip over the round lamp (different styles coming soon). Since Teacher Appreciation Week is this week at my son’s school I made
For Mother’s Day my sister and I always try to come up with something extra special for our mom. She loves handmade things (LUCKY US!) and has lots of fun things in her yard. Planters made from tires have been popular for awhile and I’ve been wanting to make her one. It seemed like a perfect Mother’s Day gift! As I searched online I found
If you are one of the estimated 14-20 million people (GreatAmericanEclipse) who will see the total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017, you will need to make sure you have the proper glasses and lots of water. We live just outside the path, but it seems like everyone around us, plus TONS from even further will be making the trek to see this awesome event.
I made these as solar covers for my son’s teachers at the end of school. They turned out so cute. I attached a note that read, “thank you for being a BRIGHT spot in Hayden’s life”. I wanted something they would use and I think they loved them. He is in the Spanish dual immersion program and one teacher refers to them as frogs and
For week 13 of scrubbies, I chose a pattern by one of my favorite designers, Twinkie Chan. I’ve seen many people make these and they are always so cute. Twinkie Cake Dishcloth Materials Cotton yarn in choice of color (s) G Crochet Hook Yarn needle for weaving in ends. Click HERE for the pattern from Twinkie Chan. She also has a video! As part
Welcome to week 2 of summer camp. Throughout the week we will share fun and simple crochet patterns, some easy enough for beginners and kids. Plus, yummy foods, tips and activities will give us the splash of energy we need to get through a hot summer day. Please subscribe to our daily email so you won’t miss any of the first Snappy Summer Camp. Click on the
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Living life creatively, full of crochet, crafts, family and random quirkiness. I hope my whimsical, colorful crochet, projects and ramblings will fill your day with happiness. ~Heidi |
