Archive for July, 2016

Refinish Old Furniture Without Stain

Wood Stain that is safe during pregnancy

This DIY tutorial shows you how to stain furniture with no harmful chemicals like stain. Coconut oil rehydrates and invigorates the wood back to its original beauty!

It’s finally here—what I’ve been searching for for the past 4 months of pregnancy—a wood stain that is safe during pregnancy! Well, it’s not actually a stain, but has the same effect. You might not even believe me when I tell you that I’m talking about coconut oil. That’s right! Rubbing coconut oil onto dried out or aged wood will change it so dramatically that you’ll think I’m lying. But when you try it for yourself, you’ll be giddy and scouring your home for something else to try it on! (Continue reading…)

Bandit Bib: A Free Pattern AND Photo Contest!

Free Baby Bib Photo Contest

Happy Monday! Today is a fun one: it’s pattern release day, the grand opening of my first photo contest, and comes with a chance to win a BUNCH of fantastic FREE PATTERNS! Who doesn’t love pictures and free stuff?! The Bandit Bib has been in the works for a while and is one of my favorite patterns—sometimes simple really is best! This pattern is perfect for all ages–even grown ups! The newborn size is great for accessorizing and catching those unexpected spit-ups, while the baby size is perfect for the teething phase. I’ve even got an adult size so that mommy (or daddy) and baby can match! It doubles beautifully as an easy-access burp cloth as well. What do you have to do to get this amazing bib? I’m so glad you asked… (Continue reading…)

How to Add Fabric to Any Furniture

A great DIY update for your cabinets! Try this tutorial the explains how to cover the inside of your cabinets with fabric!

Today is a short and sweet tutorial on how to add fabric to the inside of your cabinets, bookshelves, or other boring storage units! This all started when I got free cabinet doors and frames for my laundry room and had to build the box. I figured it all out pretty well, and using 3/4″ plywood, I made myself some pretty great cabinets! When we went to paint the insides though, we discovered that plywood doesn’t always get the best coverage. So, I moved on to plan B and decided to cover up the plywood interiors with something lovely! And what is more lovely than fabric?! If you’d like to learn how to add fabric to your furniture, be sure to follow the tutorial below! (Continue reading…)

My Favorite Way to Label A Quilt: Tag Quilt Labels

An easy way to make a modern quilt label using fabric. Make a fabric quilt tag to label your next quilt!

Today I’m going to throw a short tutorial your way and show you my favorite way to label quilts. Labeling your quilts with a fabric tag is a modern, simple, and efficient way to label without being overly fussy. It’s sturdy and will last just as long as your quilt. I also happen to think it looks very professional! Here’s the full tutorial (with pictures!) on how you can label your quilts with a tag—once you start, you’ll never stop: (Continue reading…)

Inspiration in Arizona

San Xavier Del Bac

As you may know, I recently took a cross country train trip with my Husband, Steven in June. I can’t wait to tell you about the whole trip, but today I wanted to show you one of the most inspiring places that we visited along the way! We went to Mission San Xavier Del Bac in Tucson Arizona. There was lots of inspiration to be had on the entire trip, but this was an especially magical place. With painted stucco and Native-American inspired designs, I found a way to bear the heat and really soak in the beauty of this place. (Continue reading…)

A Big Announcement

baby bike announcement

The announcements are out, the family has been called, and I’m finally allowed to share our big news with the world! I can’t believe that I’m saying this, but the Rossi family is getting a sweet addition January 3. That’s right—I’m pregnant with our first child!

I can’t tell you how surreal it is to be typing those words right now. I honestly never thought that it would happen to me (just like I never thought I would turn 6, go to highschool, make it to and through college, or get married)! But here we are, and despite our stunned silence, it’s 100% true. There’s even a growing belly to prove it. (Continue reading…)

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