NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

Simple Union Jack throw pillows

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Pillows are a satisfying sewing project for a few reasons: They’re very quick to make. They are super cheap because they take few materials (and can also use scrap). You really can’t mess them up. I often get comments or emails telling me that many people “wish they could sew to make such-and-such.” I’m telling […]

A train shirt and card for a toddler

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Does every single toddler boy love trains? That was clearly a hypothetical question. BECAUSE THE ANSWER IS YES. When we were invited to a train birthday party for Henry’s friend, Miles, I wanted to whip up a homemade gift to go with a toy. This was so simple with my Silhouette that I wish I […]

A repurposed cutting board memo board

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Oh, hey there. My name is Kim and I’m sharing DIY Christmas gifts in January. SLACKER. But seriously, I think this gift could be great for nearly any occasion and any time of the year. In fact, I think it would be perfect for Valentine’s Day with a romantic love note or photo. Yeah. That’s […]

English plaid wool throw pillows

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Do you love to create projects for your home that are made by you? So that you can afford it and so that your house doesn’t look like everyone else’s? I do so love to deck the halls. (You can check out our whole house tour here.) And I’m seriously so excited that my three […]

Silver DIY pinecone wreaths with JOY

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I make small and large changes to our holiday decorating each year. (You can check out all our holiday decor here – 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009 and 2008) The reason for some of this is boredom. (“I’m tired of hanging the stockings on the mantel.”) Some is practicality. (“Putting glass ornaments in Henry’s would be […]

A fair isle knit infinity scarf

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Today’s a beautiful day for homemade holiday gifts! I already love the gifts made by my co-hosts: (Vintage mug planters via Primitive and Proper, Winter knit infinity scarf via NewlyWoodwards, Simple pajama pants via Maybe Matilda , Good dog treat jar via Decor and the Dog ) Before you head over to link up your projects, I […]