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I love a DIY Christmas gift that the kids can join in on the making. And this shoe box dollhouse is just that. Simple, budget friendly and packed with lots of handmade fun. This project is part of a collaborative effort to spread the love of handmade gifts with 11 other crafty makers. From December …
Merriest of merriest news! So many have asked for a template for our popular reindeer head that has been so beloved over the years. And if you can even believe it (yes, I’m so slow on the up keep sometimes) I have actually, finally added one for you in the shop! Be sure to tag …
We put together a last minute clown costume for Milla the other day – recycling kraft paper for the hat and coffee filters for the collar. I’ve made a lot of clowns over the years and I love it so much I think I could do a few more even. They can be simple or …
We had a little Miffy birthday party for Milla who turned seven. It was simple and fun – which was just what we needed with so much going on in our lives right now. And because it worked so well, I have have a new formula for pulling off a memorable birthday without the overwhelm: …
Happy summer solstice friends! We started our celebrations by making a nature crown from some left over billy balls. They are so much fun and easy to craft with! To make the crown we simply to some craft paper, measured it fit around her head and then folded in half to make sort of a …
School’s out for the summer! And we’re loving these slow mornings with late breakfasts. Enjoying our newly painted dining room floor – switched from cool tones to warm ones. The kids have even suggested we play life size chess on here. I told them I’m game just as soon as I’ve made them each cardboard …
It’s bunny season and we’ve stocked up on bunnies and dolls for you little ones. Just head on over to Merrilee Liddiard Shop to to pick your favorite. You can even match your doll in your very own snuggly bunny hood. Do you like the bitty bunnies best? or the bigger bunnies best? merrileeliddiardshop.com
Have you ever made paper bag stars? They are so simple and fun to put together. It’s a great craft for a child to do completely independently. I used this sweet video tutorial to make ours. And we’re excited to work more on this master bedroom come the new year. Lots of exciting plans for …
We’ve had a bit of a moth infestation over her at the Banister house. 😉 Good thing it’s so cute – as we just might have to keep her. Believe it or not, most things I do for the blog are in real time. Aside from projects for magazines, collaborations, etc. I do things right …