Bohemian Headscarf

You've seen them on everyone from Nicole Richie to SJP.  Now AquaSeventy6 is going to help you rock out the Boho Headscarf.

My friend Jasmine custom ordered some elastic headbands from my collection.  But after breaking three needles and being on the verge of homicide I decided that now was probably a good time to discontinue the line. (Confession:  Every time I would get an order for an elastic headband I literally had to coax myself to get behind the machine. If it wasn't a broken needle, it was tangled thread.   I will probably re-imagine them with an easier to sew elastic, but for now they are history.)

After profusely apologizing, I asked Jas if she had anything else in mind, and she wondered if I could make her a bohemian headscarf.   I had never made a head scarf before, but I was super pumped for the challenge, and I'm thrilled with the way it turned out!

I pleated the part that goes on the head and left the ends loose.  I then stitched it across in sections for a quilted look.

I would have loved to have shown you some different looks with this head scarf, but alas, it is 102 degrees here today, and I had to run inside before dying of a heatstroke!  Not to mention that I was still sporting bedhead and morning face...thanks to Picmonkey's airbrush tool for helping me look less like the undead.  ;)

If you like what you see, and want to place an order, email at the link above or "like" my my Facebook page for more details!

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40% Off Sale for the 4th of July!!

Hi friends!  I hope you are enjoying your holiday!  If you aren't able to make it to the beach, pool or parades today, I have a special gift for you!  Take 40% off of EVERYTHING in my shop.  Today only!!!  Use code: July42012.  This is my BIGGEST sale to date, so don't miss out!!  Click on the link above or use the widget in my sidebar to see what goodies I have for sale!

In the meantime, here's a little preview of what my little mama will be sporting at tonight's 4th of July party:

I will be wearing the matching brooch!

Have a great holiday, and hope to see you around the shop!

Neck Tie Diaper {and wipes} Pouch

Here is the newest item created for my soon-to-arrive twin grandnephews.

I was inspired by the diaper clutch tutorial over at A Lemon Squeezy Home. If you haven't stopped by Christie's blog, do it (but after you read this post, pin your favorite photos, and share it with all of your friends!) ;)

I added the matching neck tie applique pattern I used for my Neck Tie Burp Cloths but I changed the look up a little by using a football print in coordinating colors.

I used the same football fabric as the lining and added a hook and loop closure.  (Forgive the purple pull-up diaper.  With a 9 and 12-year-old at home, this was the only diaper I could dig up from the back of the bathroom cabinet---it was either this or an adult diaper--don't ask me why I have one!)

There is easily enough room for another diaper and a portable wipes case.  Perfect for tossing into your handbag for a quick trip to the grocery store!  I bet it could hold a folding changing pad, as well...hmmmm...I think I found my next project!!

This was so easy, thanks to Christie's tutorial! 

I will be adding more of my handmade items for the twins soon.  In the meantime, if you like what you see,  "like" my my Facebook page!

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300 Facebook Follower Giveaway!!!

I'm so excited to be hosting my 300 Facebook Follower giveaway today! It's because of YOU that I am able to help provide for my family while doing what I LOVE!

It means so much to me, and as a "thank you", today I am giving away $30 worth of custom items to one lucky Facebook fan! As an added bonus, my beautiful friend Kara from Simply Vintage Candles is giving away one of her deliciously smelling, hand poured, all-natural soy wax candles!

Here is a preview of what you can custom order from AquaSeventy6:

Look at the vintage label on this Simply Vintage Candle!  I can already see myself transported to an island somewhere while burning this Coconut Cabana scented candle!:

Have I tempted you, yet? 

Entering is EASY PEASY!  There is only one mandatory entry, but you can enter up to 7 additional ways!!  Contest ends at 12:01 a.m. EST Friday, July 6.  Winner will be announced Friday morning.

Here goes!  On your mark....get set....go!


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Mustachio Burp Cloths

Remember the Neck Tie Burp Cloths I made for my soon-to-arrive twin grandnephews?  I had a couple of cloth diapers left over and I decided to keep the "Little Men" theme going by making some with fancy mustachio appliques.

I'm pretty sure my nephew is going to be like "double-u, tee, eff" when he sees them, but I think they are too cute!

This is my second of many planned handmade baby gifts for the twins.   Tell me what you think!

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Group Giveaway at Rustic Living!

If you follow me on Facebook, you already know that I am participating in a  group giveaway over at one of my favorite blogs, Rustic Living!  It's a Rafflecopter giveaway, so entering is SUPER EASY!  I am giving away a $25 credit to my shop, and you can also win a $25 shop credit to Rustic Living and a vintage tea towel from Vintage Grey!

Also, because I broke 300 Facebook "likes" this week, I will be hosting another giveaway (JUST for my Facebook fans!) as soon as the Rustic Living giveaway winner is announced, so make sure you are a follower!!

Sponsor Spotlight: Applestone Drive

Today I want to introduce you to one of my super talented sponsors, Sara from Applestone Drive.  I am sure you will love her as much as I do!

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Hi everyone!

I'm Sara and I blog over at

www.applestonedrive.blogspot.com  

My blog is a range of home decor, thrifty ideas, family, adoption and faith. I am a stay at home mom to 3 kiddos. My daughter is 8 and my boys are 5 and 4. Our youngest was adopted from India in 2009 so I have a real passion for orphan care and other adoptive families.

In fact, a few years ago my husband and I started (along with 2 other couples) a ministry designed to raise money for families willing to adopt (the price tag can just be ridiculous sometimes!). You can read more about Sparrow Ministries {here}. But back to applestone drive...  It's a little quiet around the blog this summer as we are in the process of moving back to our home in St. Louis. (We moved temporarily down to San Antonio for 14 months to be near family in need). But I am anxious to get home and feature some more transformations of my home on Applestone Drive! In the meantime, here are some of my favorite projects:

 Hello Yellow Desk
 

Adoption Pillow
 

Lamp Shade Makeover
 

I hope you'll stop by and say hello! You can also follow me through Facebook or Pinterest or check out my Etsy Shop!