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Cute Handcrafted Gifts Especially for Little Boys
Asked by M.S. from Omaha
on February 24, 2008
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I crochet,sew,so some beading..For example I crochet beads around the tops of baby girls socks to dress them up..For girls a little older I make them bracelets..Is the...
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- I was thinking that it might be fun to make boys bandanas that they could wear to play cowboys. You could even put beads on them. If they have cowboy hats, you could...
- My son is three and a half and LOVES to wear COOL jewelry. Something simple like a cord necklace/bracelet or braided hemp with a pendant. "Surfer" styled jewelry. ...
- M., I crochet. I have made little stuffed animals from a set of patterns I bought at JoAnns. Monkey, giraffe, elephant, duck. I have seen patterns for spiders onli...
Great Birthday Gift Ideas
Asked by T.H. from Rochester
on August 17, 2009
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Hi! Does anyone have some great birthday gift ideas for 6 yr olds (girls and boys)that won't cost a fortune? My daughter has been invited to several birthday parties i...
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- Target, TJ Maxx or Marshalls all have a great section of marked down toys and interesting items. My daughter has been unable to attend a few parties due to conflicting...
- Hi T., What I've done is get some crayons & some coloring books for that age group & maybe a little extra something. Then I wrap them individually. I did this just re...
- usually if it's a friend from school.. and we can't make it.. i don't send a gift.. unless it's a really good friend.. then something small like a beanie baby or webki...
Any Handmade Gift Ideas for Guys?
Asked by J.S. from Lansing
on December 18, 2008
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So, big shocker, there isn't a ton of money for Christmas this year. So I am looking for some good ideas for handmade gifts for the adult males in my life. Guys are ...
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- I say, if you know how to knit, then handknit hats can't be beat. I think most men would appreciate that (at least, I hope because I am doing lots of them!)
- J., I have an idea but came up with it too late to use it for this year, maybe its too late for you too but thought I would mention it anyway. I have 5 sons and ...
- they might not like mittens but they might like a scarf if you could make it manly enough. My husband wears one my mom made in blue and tan
Frustrated with Cloth Diapers
Asked by J.V. from Chicago
on April 12, 2009
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So after worrying about having to use disposables for a week while visiting my in-laws in Ireland, I have to say that I am so close to just giving up my BGs! I found u...
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- I use BGs and Fuzzi Bunz pocket diapers. I have had no problems with leaks unless I do not have at least 2 liners in the pocket for night time. You could try getting t...
- I used Blue Penguin for cloth diapers and I LOVED them. You can check out their website at bluepenguin.biz. Really great product, awesome prices. I'd order plain white...
- We use prefolds with a snappi and Dappi nylon pullups (which are $2 each, not sure where to get them anymore.). Baby no. 2 is a soaker, so at night we use a G-diaper ...
Getting a Start on Christmas Gifts - Handmade for Little Kids
Asked by K.A. from Boston
on June 29, 2009
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I'd love some ideas for gifts I can make for my three girls for Christmas. I'm trying to be more economical this year (we spent a total of $300 for the girls combined ...
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- Hi, I am not the best sewer but made a new covers and pillowcases to match for their beds with sheets that I sewed together like a duvet. You could also make little pu...
- HI K.. I love handmade gifts! I loved someone's idea for pajamas. There's such cute fabric out there. You should check out Etsy. They sell things on there but you...
- I blog about stuff I make for kids. Some things I've made that my kids really enjoy playing with are felt board activities and felt food: http://thriftycraftmama.bl...
Breastfeeding Cover/poncho
Asked by A.M. from Denver
on October 26, 2008
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Hi Mamas,
My sister-in-law has a brand new baby and mentioned that she wanted to get a nursing cover for nursing in public. I'd like to get her one for her birthda...
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- Check out bittybasics.com. Very cute and affordable nursing covers!
- I love my Bebe Au Lait nursing cover! I have used it everywhere. They have beautiful colors and patterns too. It wraps around your neck with an adjustable strap. A...
- My friend owns her own company called Joia and makes a Mommy Cover. You can find it here: http://www.joiaproducts.com/1.html. She uses super cute fabric, they're ver...
Wearable Craft Idea for a Boy
Asked by C.M. from Phoenix
on March 17, 2011
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I have been making bows/flower for my daughter's hair and I just made her first tutu. My son is starting to get a little jealous because I have not made him anything. ...
Christmas Gift Ideas for Extended Family
Asked by B.H. from Pocatello
on July 18, 2011
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Yes, I know it's July, but we're trying to plan way ahead this year for Christmas gifts for both sides of our family. We have a large group on both sides (adults and c...
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- Do you bake or can? We've given jellies, which you'd make from about now through the fall. You may even be able to get the fruit for free - there are often folks liv...
- tying fleece blankets . Joann's or Hancock fabrics can carry fleece material. Runs about $20 per blanket. You can personalize them to the team they like or the color...
- A great thing to get for older kids (10 and over) are iTunes gift cards (assuming they have an apple product). Then they have their own cash to spend on their music, ...
Toy Removal Tantrums
Asked by A.E. from Denver
on December 17, 2009
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My just-turned-2-year-old son has become obsessed with Thomas after his birthday party a couple of weeks ago. Thomas was not new to the house, but for whatever reason...
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- he sounds like my son, into thomas, sure, but especially the gps part. my son was identified as having aspergers syndrome when he was 12. I think he loved thomas becau...
- My son isn't yet 2 but still has those things that he doesn't want to go without. They alter all the time, though (sometimes it is a cat toy). I am fine with him car...
- If he has a pocket I would recommend making Thomas go night-night in his pocket once in while, or during mealtimes or whenever you choose. Make sure at night you prai...
Blankets
Asked by M.S. from Los Angeles
on March 2, 2009
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I have an 8 month old, who refuses pacifiers and won't be rocked to sleep. I would like ot put a blanket in his bed to help bring him comfort, but I don't know if tha...
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- I have to weigh in on the more conservative side here and argue against a blanket yet. The Sleep Sacks are great for keeping the little ones warm. It sounds like the b...
- I used a lightweight blanket with my babies. But if you are looking for a way to comfort him can I suggest a sound machine I bought an inexpensive one at Bed Bath and ...
- Is he crying himself to sleep? Lots of babies don't like rocking -- it can be too stimulating when they are tired. Pacifiers come in many shapes, but maybe you have ...
