NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

Simple baby shower idea: whale of a tale onesies

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It’s no secret that I believe in the power of a cute onesie. I mean, I believe they may just change the country. Vote personalized baby clothes in the 2014 elections. These are four cutie versions I made for my friend Cindy when she was planning a whale-themed shower. She didn’t even ask me. I […]

Crafting life-changer: How to use print and cut on your Silhouette (and 3d boxes for days)

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My Silhouette Portrait has been getting a workout. In fact, if it were human, it would be in much better shape than yours truly. Like, fighting, marathon-running, Cross Fit Cindy shape. One of my favorite tricks for using the Silhouette is the print and cut feature. It allows you to design something in the Silhouette software, […]

Creating a cursive sign with the Dremel Micro 8050

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I really really want to learn how to use power tools. Only one problem – I’m scared. So very scared of power tools. I’ve sort of mastered the drill. (Sort of.) Which is a big step since the last time I used a drill, the toilet paper holder didn’t quite stay on the wall. (I […]

Cow outdoor pillows

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We may be nearing the end of summer, but there’s still plenty of time to enjoy the outdoors. As we’ve been sprucing up our deck at the barn, I’ve been adding some fun touches. Today, I’m sharing my fun “til the cows come home” outdoor pillows at the Silhouette Blog. I hope you’ll stop over and […]

A clean house for sale

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I’m not good at selling a house. There are a lot of reasons, but suffice to say that most issues revolve around cleaning this darn house. It’s only been a month. I know that it’s not personal. But I just wanted the first person who came through to fall in love and make us a full-asking-price offer. […]

Hello sunshine onesie

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Stopping in today with another onesie gift idea.     (hello sunshine shape)   I made this onesie for a friend in Texas expecting her first little one. It was simple using flocked heat transfer material on a red onesie from American Apparel. My favorite part about making shirts is that you can create something that is […]