saw this on the whipup flickr group – how to make a plush alphabet.

This week has gone so fast – I can’t believe we are almost 2 weeks into July already. My little boy is having a birthday in a couple of weeks and the big countdown has begun (my birthday a week later is completely forgotten of course). I have just sat down to do some blog browsing after a busy morning cleaning and getting ready for my mother-in-law’s visit. The boy is reading a Roald Dahl book (Danny the champion of the world – one of our favourites), the girl has spent about 3 hours wrapping a present and making a card for her grandparents – and sort of making mess in my wake.

But in crafty news – we had Kristen Rengren visiting on whipup discussing vintage knitting and her new book – Vintage Baby Knits: More Than 40 Heirloom Patterns from the 1920s to the 1950s. Did you see my post on my 10 favourite things for kids to do – featuring my own darlings. And my mum reviewed knitting socks with handpainted yarn : and for yarn lovers – check out these eco and recycled yarn options. If you enjoying summer – you may want to make yourself a new swimsuit.

Sewing: Sweet school girl collar : checkerboard – fun : fabric postcard - this is such a fun idea : candy buttons quilt : rag quilt letters : fabric belt : pleated pocket (for a top or pants or apron).

Kids: making your own sidewalk chalk : scooter bag – what a great idea : living playhouses – I want one of these.

House: love these drawer knob coat hooks : mono mitten – love it :

Paper and other media: a super cute folding paper mini album : a ring from paper clips.

knitting: love these mini knitted pouch set.

Have a lovely weekend wherever you are and whatever you are doing.

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Wow. Just wow. Link.

Cute baskets. Link.

I’m excited as I’ve been invited to my FIRST EVER Thanksgiving. Maybe this would make a good hostess gift? Link.

Beautiful paper ball made out of identical origami shapes glued together. Part 1, link and Part 2, link. Could make an interesting bouquet for a wedding?

Literally a toadSTOOL. Ha! Link.

Sweet birdy pattern. Link.

Sweet little idea from Petchy! Make a SLIPCOVER for your camera strap. Link.

I totally LOVE this. Such a simple idea to show off these cottons. Link, via Trueup’s Tweets.