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DIY Dollhouse Coat

Have you ever seen a project so whimsical that it immediately sparks joy? That’s how I felt when I came across a dollhouse coat priced at over $900. While it was stunning, I knew I could create my own version with a bit of creativity and the help of my trusty embroidery machine.

The result? A one-of-a-kind coat that celebrates my love for all things house themed and whimsical items. In this post, I’ll walk you through how to make your own DIY dollhouse coat—a wearable work of art inspired by the rooms of a house.

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Disney Sheet Dress

Have you ever thought about turning something old into something beautiful? I am heading to Disneyland so I thought I’d turn a $2 thrifted Minnie Mouse sheet into a dress! With some simple sewing skills, you can transform a plain sheet into a stunning babydoll dress with puff sleeves and charming bows on the back! Let’s dive into this DIY project and I’ll show you how to make a sheet dress.

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Making Hair Bows

I love sewing my own clothes. When I have extra scraps, I always make a hair bow to finish off the outfit. Nothing makes an outfit look more custom than a matching bow! I’m especially into a big statement bow. If you like this look too, I’ll walk you through the process of making hair bows, from selecting your fabric to attaching the bow to a barrette. Let’s get started!

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DIY Christmas House

One of my favorite holiday decorations are my Cody Foster houses, but they are expensive! I thought I’d try to make my own from a $5 wooden house from the craft store. If you like the expensive village houses too that are covered in glitter and $100, this project is for you! Let’s create a DIY Christmas House to add some holiday cheer this season!

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Orange Clove Pomander Topiary

I was recently watching Little Women and during the Christmas scene saw them making orange pomanders! I’ve made these years ago, but I thought it’d be fun to make an orange clove pomander topiary since it is such a stunning centerpiece for Christmas. It smells amazing and you can get the main supplies at the grocery store!

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DIY Jewelry Christmas Tree

Want some fun and unique art for the holidays?! Let’s repurpose old or costume jewelry for a DIY Jewelry Christmas Tree! I’ve been wanting to make one for years after seeing my friend Madam of Making make heres. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you make a sparkling masterpiece:

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Ribbon Chain Garland

Making a paper chain with ribbon is a fun and slightly fancier take on the classic paper chain! It’s faster than using paper because you only have to cut the length of the ribbon. And the best part- you can store it with your holiday decor and use it year after year! The paper ones are cute, but don’t store well. Here’s how to make a ribbon chain garland.

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How to make a Giant Bow

Who else loves the trend of big bows as Christmas decor?! I want one for the front of my house so I thought I’d made one out of chicken wire so it’ll create an eye-catching decoration. This festive big bow will work for a Christmas tree, door, big present, the outside of a shop or even a car! Here’s a step-by-step guide for how to make a giant bow.

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Laying Mosaic Floor Tile

A little over five years ago, I redid my laundry room. The space had a concrete floor and the rest of the room took too long, so I decided to paint the floors rainbow. Which was cute until the divots in the floor slowly filled with dirt. Now we’re starting over, but this time I’ll be laying mosaic floor tile! It’ll be spectacular- especially after having floors that are impossible to clean!

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DIY Flower Lamp

My living room gets pretty dark in the long winter evenings. So I want to add a floor lamp. But not a boring one! Which turns out, is a hard ask. So I’m making my own DIY flower lamp! Here’s the tutorial (complete with a video and free template) if you want to create one too-

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