Scooby Dooby Doo!

I'm recovering from Scooby Doo overload! Our 5 year old's birthday party was yesterday and I thought I would share a few fun ideas I came up with for the 25 kids invited....yes, 25! I know this may automatically place me in the cookoo corner; however my feeling is the bigger the better...plus, it's only 3 hours! These straws were the hit of the party (kids and adults alike)! I simply googled "Scooby Doo" images and printed off a sheet of each image. I cut two small slits and wove the straws through. Ta-da, super fun straws!

Now....the kiddos certainly need beverages!

Buckle Earrings

Topic: Accessories
Time: Less than an Hour

Why do I have an entire muffin tin full of unpaired earrings? Simply put is because I have an unrealistic idea that somehow I will one day find where my 1 year old "hid" mommy's pretties. The day I find the pairs to some of my fav earrings is the day all of my socks find their pairs, so I might as well do something else with the pieces I do have! Rooting around my drawer of randomness tonight drew up a couple funky silver belt buckles! Here's a little scrappy summary of my creations.....

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Applique Inspiration

One of my fav things to do is create appliqued tee's for little one's. Wanted to share with you some of my favorite one's to date (Designed by myself & Erin Hannon). Appliques are very simple - come up with a design, find some great fabric (100% cotton works best), iron fabric to ultrabond lite, cut out design, iron on to garment and stich around for effect! The possibilities are vast when creating appliques - they're really great for fixing a stained shirt or pair of pants!

Oh Where Oh Where Did I Go????

Wanted to send a quick HELLO to everyone.....so completely sorry I've taken a hiatus from this site! Bottom line is I started back to full-time work June 1st and I've been swamped! I thought being a stay-at-mom was tough! Whew!

I'm finally getting into the swing of things and plan on coming back to Liberate Creativity very very soon. Please don't give up on me, I promise to be back! This site gives me inspiration, happy feelings and a sense of creativity....I need this, I need you all!

Currently I'm obsessed with Project Runway and have been fantasizing about re-purposing some new chic work outfits for, as well as redoing winter coats for my boys......all coming soon!

Love to you all,
Becky

Summer Banner

Hi, I'm Becky from Liberate Creativity. I'm super excited to be visiting Lipstick and Laundry today! Jen and I had this idea of swapping Summer Banner ideas, so here it goes. Be sure to check out both our tutorials to get some super fun creative inspiration!

My banner was inspired by my fav summer items....Hot Dogs, Flowers and Flip Flops!

Poppy Summer Garland

Hi I'm, Jen from LipstickandLaundry, trading places with Becky from Liberate Creativity ... Hope you enjoy the Summer California Poppy Garland!

California Poppy Garland...

ETI Funky Fun Tray

So I was offered a great opportunity to use Envirotex Lite....I came up with a super fun idea to use an old tv tray we had lying around.

Chalkboard Wine Glasses

Level: Beginner
Time: Less than an hour
Topic: Painting

Okay, I love wine. I've said it....the secret is out! Since I've shared it with you all, you should know my newest ideas.....let's forget those wine charms and introduce some easy-peasy labels.....no one wants to lose their wine glass at a party for goodness sakes!


Step 1: Gather your wine glasses

Viewmaster Pouch

Level: Intermediate

Time: Expect 1-4 hours

Topic: Accessories, Sewing

Hi there! I'm Jess from Craftiness is not Optional and I have a fun little project to share today!

Plastic Fusion

Level: Intermediate

Time: Expect 1-4 hours

Topic: Repurpose

I'm stoked to be making a guest appearance on Sweet Rustic today! Check out my Plastic Fusion tutorial here.

Dry Erase Possibilities!

Have you ever tried Dry Erase paint? Okay, seriously, you should. Recently I completed a couple easy-peasy projects using this amazing paint.....

1. Dry Erase "Idea" board for my craft room

2. "Menu" board for my kitchen

Simple Photo Frames

Hi my name is Stephanie Lynn from Under the Table and Dreaming and I'm delighted to be visiting Becky today!


Level: Beginner
Time: Expect 1-4 years
Topic: Housewares

I have a simple frame to share with you today that can also double as a little note holder too.

Get to Know Mary Janes And Galoshes

Have you been to Mary Janes and Galoshes yet? If not, you need to check out this site! Taylor Ballweg is amazingly talented. I'm stoked to have her here today sharing insight into her life, lessons and personality! Thanks so much for joining us today Taylor!

Egg-straordinary Mosaic Wall Decor

Okay, so check this out.....another great idea to repurpose all those plastic easter eggs we have lying around. Remember Monday's post of the Strand of Lights made from plastic eggs? Well, today we're making some Art Decor.....super egg style!

Egg-Cellent Strand of Festive Lights

How many extra plastic Easter Eggs do you have lying around???? Geez oh peat, we reuse them year after year; however we seriously need like 20 for next year....not hundreds! I've come up with a couple great projects to reuse these plastic gems! Seriously, you'll want to check this out!

Level: Beginner
Time: 1-4 Hours
Topic: Repurpose