How is it only February, and I already feel really behind this year? Back when I had my I Love to Create or PBS Parents column, I would’ve had a couple of heart inspired how-tos for you by now. Alas, though I’ve been focused on behind-the-scene promo stuff for my other gigs, so we’ll have to settle for staring longingly at some of the beautiful projects created by others, and pinned by me. Here’s a glimpse at some of the projects inspiring me this month.
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My 3 1/2 year-old daughter and I have put a couple of the pre-schooler friendly DIYdeas into action, by making out own versions. The first one was this magnet experiment. My version uses an empty peanut butter container, some glitter tape, and a bunch of Valentine-inspired items. Most items had metal in them (pipe cleaners, bells, paper clips, etc.), but others (pom poms, sequin, etc.) did not. Clover had fun seeing how the magnet worked to attract the metal items, while leaving the other items alone.
V-Day Magnet Experiment
Clover had fun seeing how the magnet worked to attract the metal items, while leaving the other items alone. Admittedly though, she’s had more fun shaking the jar at the cat while chasing him around.
The second activity we played with came from this pin. This is one of those, “why didn’t I think of that” ideas: use a smooshed toilet paper roll to paint heart stamps on paper. Here’s our version.
T.P. Heart Stamp
Sweet, simple and makes great wrapping for those Valentine’s gifts!
Looking for more Love Day inspiration? Check out my V-Day Pinterest boardfor the items shown in this post and more!
The YarnYAY! June Box has landed, and we couldn’t be happier with it! This month we’re focusing on breezy cotton, and the floral embroidery on knitwear trend, including my newest mini book: Embroider Knit!.
It was so fun meeting some YarnYAYers IRL. Thanks to all who were able to come out to the YarnYAY! studio Open House, and to all who continue to support my small business! 💓...
This just in: pre-sales for our 2023 Pride Box are now open (link in @vickiehowell bio)! This year's box features items from queer and ally-owned businesses including:
* 11 (inclusive pride flag) shades of Teacup Pigtails yarn from @oinkpigments
*Inclusivity (knit) Scarf and Intersectionality (crochet) Scarf patterns, by me
* Don't Standby canvas and vegan leather tote from @lanternpress
* Rainbow Pins from @battlebornpins
* Safe Space sticker from @ownyourpridemo
A percentage of proceeds from this box will go to benefit @outyouth, an organization supporting LGBTQ+ youth in central Texas.
I am a preschool teacher and used the tp heart stamps for the kids to decorate their goodie bags!!