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No Sew Finding Nemo Party Banner DIY #DisneySide

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 No Sew Finding Nemo Party Banner DIY #DisneySide

As a Disney nut, I was ridiculously excited to create this No-Sew Finding Nemo Party Banner. As you all know, I do NOT sew. But the opportunity to host a #DisneySide Party came along and I knew I needed to go BIG or go home. Wanting to stay in my no-sew realm, save money and create something whimsical and FUN were definitely on the agenda. So I created this really easy and really colorful Finding Nemo Party Banner that is sure to bring some Disney smiles!


What You Need:

  • (1) Large Fabric Mesh Laundry Bag with drawstring closure (at least 22.5 inches across and 12 inches long) – I used blue for contrast. White I think would also look great!
  • (1) Roll of String, Rope, Fishing Wire – at least 65-70 inches in length
  • (1) Roll of Green Crepe/Streamer Paper
  • (1) Set of Finding Nemo Mobile Printables HERE
  • (1) Set of Glue Dots
  • (10) Safety Pins
  • Scissors
  • Ruler or Measuring Tape
  • OPTIONAL: Lightweight Bath Toys (such as fish, sharks, etc.)

TOTAL Cost for me was only $2 for the crepe paper….SUPER exciting!

Believe it or not, this banner was all inspired by…my old laundry bag. It sat around and collected dust. As soon as I saw it, I immediately saw ocean blue and fish net. So glad those creative juices weren’t completely dead! So here’s how to make this FUN banner

Directions:

1. Remove laundry bag drawstring. Place aside (or possibly save for stringing up your banner)

2. Cut Laundry Bag down seam and open up into a flat rectangle. Measure and cut (from the top of the drawstring area) 5 equal sized pieces. I measured 9 inches across (from drawstring seam) to 12 inches down.

3. Cut your Nemo Mobile Printable Chracters into single circles and shapes. Using Glue Dots, arrange onto banner pieces (with the drawstring area as the TOP of your banner). If you have fun lightweight bath toys, now’s a great time to use those too! Really make your banner your own 🙂

4. Cut long pieces of crepe paper and scrunch together to create textured seaweed. Using Glue Dots, twist, weave and place your seaweed throughout your banner pieces around your already placed Nemo characters.

5. Thread your string through the top of the drawstring seams. Secure with Safety Pins from the back of the banner.

DONE! You are ready to party with Finding Nemo! And with Finding Dory coming out soon, this is a great banner to hold onto for the next party! Also makes a great Under the Sea or Ocean Party Banner too!

 What do you think? Be on the lookout for more great Finding Nemo Party ideas as my Finding Nemo #DisneySide At Home Celebration unravels!

Need more Finding Nemo inspiration? Check out my How To Host a DIY Finding Nemo Party Post!

 Thanks to Spoonful for the Nemo Printables!

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Blessings!
Christie

Easy No Sew Girl’s TuTu DIY

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Easy No Sew Girl’s TuTu DIY 

Finally having a little girl of my own, one of the BEST parts is being able to dress her up. But being on a budget doesn’t always give me the luxury to go and buy every cute outfit in the world. Staying crafty and frugal certainly helps in this realm. As we closed in on my girl’s first birthday, I knew I had to have one of those adorable tu-tus for her 1 year pictures. Determined, I was going to make one myself…and of course share with you how you can make one for as low as $5 🙂

Items You Will Need:

  • Girl’s Headband (see sizing chart below) – I got one for about $1 at Target
  • (3) 6 inch rolls of Tulle (usually found in the wedding section of the craft store) – about 20-25 yards per roll. I use 3 coordinating colors (dark purple, light purple and white) for contrast – about $1.20 per roll when you use 40% off 1 regular item coupons at craft stores
  • Scissors
  • An Old Carboard Box (you’ll see why)
  • A measuring tape

The first thing I had to figure out was sizing. This was a little difficult since there were not many places out there to find headband sizing for a tu-tu. So of course being the Type A person I am, I made you one 🙂

So my girl was turning 1, so I grabbed a girl’s age 3 headband. The next part is cutting the strips. Since I recommend using 3 different rolls of tulle (adds awesome poofy factor), you are going to need lots and lots of strips of tulle. The easiest way to cut is by having a helper….aka the Cardboard box.

Size your cardboard box to be HALF the length of your tutu strips. For example, since my strips were to be about 16 inches long, I cut my box to be 8 inches wide. Wrap your tulle (about 30 times for Age 1-2 tutu) around the cardboard starting at one end of the cardboard, keeping track which end your first started wrapping. Cut the tulle at the end you first started wrapping, like the pic above. Do separately for each color so you can pile each for quick grabbing.

Ok, here’s the fun part. You’re going to do a series of slip knots to wrap your tulle around your headband. Keeping in mind that elastic stretches, you do NOT want to tie the knot very tight at all. Keep it loose while you figure out how many strips you would like around. Again, I used about 30 knots, but every headband is different.

So, grabbing your 3 different strips of color, make a loop in the middle, inside your headband. Take the ends and fold up around the headband and through your loop. Pull through. SIMPLE! For contrast, have fun changing the color order you grab for wrapping. This gives nice depth to your tutu.

When the whole tutu is complete, go back and readjust, tighten any knots you want and add more strips if needed. Then “fluff” your tutu to give it the awesome POOFY factor.

I can’t wait for her to wear this tutu to the mall, grocery store and play time. It’s amazing to watch your little girl grow! Great idea for a little girl’s costume, Disney party, and more!

HAVE fun making and SAVING special memories with your little girl! 

Do you live in South Florida and need pictures taken? My wonderful sis-in-law took the photo of my girl in her tutu above and would love to take pics for your family! Contact me for more info!

Blessings!
Christie

How To Tie Your Shoes & Never Re-Tie!

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How To: Tie Your Shoes & Never Re-Tie!

Without Tying a Million Knots!
Ok fans, this is REAL love right here. I’m sharing my secret way of tying shoes. This will have you teaching your kids the new way to get the bunny around the tree. Tried and true for many many many years by me, through lots of long runs, walks around theme parks and 1 kid, I definitely endorse this way of tying shoes for everyone!  Tie your shoes easily and NEVER have to re-tie! Plus, just pull to untie!

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DIY jewelry cleaning solution

Easy DIY Jewelry Cleaning Solution

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Make your own jewelry cleaner with items you already have at home. This Easy DIY Jewelry Cleaning Solution will give your jewels a sparkly shine for less!

Easy DIY Jewelry Cleaning Solution

Easy DIY Jewelry Cleaning Solution

For years I went to the professional folks to get my rings cleaned…and then realized how much gas I was burning just for something simple I could do at home. I am by no means certifying that this is the BEST way or guaranteed way, but this is just something I personally do to clean my rings at home. Ready to make your own jewelry cleaner for less, with items you already have at home? Here’s my Easy DIY Jewelry Cleaning Solution!

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DIY K-Cup Christmas Tree Craft

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DIY K-Cup Christmas Tree Craft

Here’s a cute DIY project that would make an amazing Christmas gift for those teachers, mail workers, or anyone that loves coffee!! The best part is that this barely cost me anything to make! If you know someone that loves their coffee and LOVES their K-Cups, make them this easy DIY K-Cup Christmas Tree Craft for the holidays!

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How to: Easy Homemade Sore Throat Soother

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How to: Easy Homemade Sore Throat Soother (and Possible Cure?)
This post is for my father-in-law, who swears that this concoction has prevented him from having a sore throat for his whole life. This is an easy at-home remedy for your sore throat. I cannot guarantee that this will cure everyone, but it definitely coats and soothes. I have personally used this method as soon as I feel my throat getting scratchy, and woke up the next morning feeling better 🙂 Here’s how:

What You Will Need:

  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Honey
  • A Small Shot Glass or 1 oz. Measuring Glass

Directions:

Mix together equal parts (50/50) of apple cider vinegar and honey. (If you can do more vinegar vs. honey, that would even be better). Basically, the honey is for your taste buds! Then just sip or “shoot” the mixture.
With winter here, I definitely look to natural remedies to help fight ailments. My Father-in-law’s solution has worked for him for over 50 years. So there’s the proof in the pudding right there 🙂 Did this Homemade Sort Throat Soother work for you? Let me know!
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How to dandruff shampoo

How to Make Dandruff Control Shampoo at Home

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Want to control your dandruff flakes for less? Here’s How to Make Dandruff Control Shampoo at Home with items you already own!

How to make your own Dandruff Control Shampoo

How To Make Dandruff Control Shampoo at Home

Here’s an easy How To you can do at home for dandruff control shampoo! It’s that time of the year. When the fall/winter months hit, the drier air creeps in. Drier air = drier skin = drier scalp! I know that my head is more prone to dandruff at this time of year. And dandruff control shampoos can be VERY expensive! Here’s an easy and cost effective way to save make dandruff control shampoo at home using items you already have!

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