Face Masks with Filter Pocket // #StayHealthy #StayHome #StaySafe

I used to only sew for my family and friends, so I’m by no means a pro. During COVID-19 I started making masks, putting my sewing machine and supplies to good use. They are now live in my Etsy store, and since you are a valued reader of my little blog, you will get a 15% discount: CLICK here!

They are 100% cotton, elastics, and you can insert a filter (like a coffee filter etc) into the opening on the back for extra protection.

All masks are washed and steam ironed before shipping.
Contact me for custom orders or any questions!

I will add more mask designs soon!


Stay healthy,
Anni

COVID-19 Self Distancing Diary - Day 4 // A Productive Day!

Date: 3/21/2020
Got up at: honestly no idea!
Got dressed: Yes!
Started to work: Never. It's the weekend. Much needed.
Cups of coffee: 4-ish

I slept in today and feel pretty good. After some coffee and video game time, I finally worked on a little project I wanted to do for quite some time now. Since Justin inherited his granny's house and we've fixed up the bathroom, I took one of the drawers from the old vanity, ordered some super cure hair pin legs, and voila:

(If you use links in this post, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Full Disclosure) 

I did some pricing and researching at Home Depot, on eBay, and Amazon - and I found these were the best price and the quality is really good! The are super sturdy and available in several lengths. You can find them here:



I'm pretty happy with my new side table! I can put it to good use as a plant stand and it will probably give my salt lamp a new home, too.

Spring Clean your Cabinets and Upcycle Plastic Containers into Useful Household Items

Everyone talks about going plastic-free and living a zero-waste lifestyle these days. But what is a green living expert to do with all the plastic you are purging? Lots of people are ditching plastic food storage containers for plastic-free alternatives. But before you toss them in the recycling bin, check out eco-friendly upcycling ideas!

“We all are familiar with the old adage, ‘Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.’ The ‘reduce and recycle’ concepts are pretty no brainer, but sometimes it’s tough to come up with great ideas for reuse,” explains Sandra Ann Harris, social entrepreneur and founder of ECOlunchbox. “Did you know that every single piece of plastic ever created still exists? If you use links in this post, I may earn a commission. Full Disclosure) 

Cupcake Paper Angels DIY // Weekend Recap Feature

Thank you to EVERYONE who stopped by Monday! There were some great DIYs linked up. Please continue spreading the word about this awesome new weekly Linkup though - and if you would like to be my co-host, featuring this LinkUp on your blog, shoot me an e-mail: grapefruitprincess(at)web.de! 

I loved every single post, and again: it was a tough decision! My pick is a very cute DIY - just in time for some last minute Christmas (tree) decoration!

My pick for today's feature are the "Cupcake Paper Angels"

 

from Christianity Cove!

You probably noticed recently that cupcake papers are coming in vibrant colors and many patterns! 

Here’s a chance to make cute Paper Angels Christmas craft / ornaments out of them that are fun, inexpensive, and look absolutely darling on the Christmas tree!

 So come on, head over to Christianity Cove to see the DIY! 

Don't forget to leave a nice comment, and tell them Anni sent you!

Meet Christianity Cove:

Christianity Cove is the web’s #1 resource for Sunday School lesson ideas, crafts, games, activities and tips for teachers. With over 700 free Sunday School lesson articles on our blog, and 26 best-selling resources in our library of products, we’ve helped thousands of teachers around the world revitalize their Children’s Ministry programs and fill their classrooms with eager students.

Follow "Christianity Cove":

Facebook // Pinterest // Blog

_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_

Please come back Monday and link up your Weekend related fun posts on my next
"Weekend Recap" Linkup for the chance to be featured on here!

 

Weekend Recap Feature: Simple Crochet Christmas Wreath Ornament @ Julie's Lifestyle

Thank you to EVERYONE who linked up Monday! There were a few blogs linked up, but please continue spreading the news about this awesome new weekly Linkup. Would you like to be a co-host? Just hit me up and leave a link to your blog in the comments! It will be fun working together and promoting the "Weekend Recap" together.

Again I loved every single post, and picking one post to feature today was a tough decision! This week's pick is a crochet DIY. It's pretty simple, so even beginners should be able to make it :)

_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_

My pick for today's feature is the 

"Simple Crochet Christmas Wreath Ornament"

from Julie's Lifestyle!

Head over to Julie's blog to see the whole project! 

Don't forget to leave a nice comment, and tell her Anni sent you!

Meet Julie:

I am a wife and mother who loves cooking, crocheting, knitting, makeup, fashion, travel, and so much more.  I started this blog on November 8, 2012 by the urging of my teenage daughter.  My daughter also helped me get this blog started and I'm loving every minute of it.  I love meeting new blog friends and I hope you enjoy visiting because my blog has a little bit of everything.

Follow Julie's Lifestyle:

GFC // PINTEREST // GOOGLE+ // BLOGLOVIN  
 TWITTER // INSTAGRAM

_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_

Please come back Monday and link up your Weekend related fun posts on my next
"Weekend Recap" Linkup for the chance to be featured on here!

  Check out my amazing sponsor:

Mason Jar Gift Bags Tutorial // Weekend Recap Feature: Yesterfood

Happy Friday!

Man. It's cold. SUPER COLD! Around 30 degrees in the ArkLaMiss right now is no joke! I even turned on the heater for the very first time in this house! No need to tell you how happy I was finding out it works. I see even worse temperatures mentioned from my fellow bloggers on Facebook and their blogs, so I will stop complaining now and pour myself another cup of coffee.

But now: Back to business!

Thank you to EVERYONE who linked up Monday! There were a few blogs linked up! Please continue spreading the news about this awesome new weekly Linkup though! I loved every single post, and again: it was a tough decision! My pick is a very cute DIY - just in time for all your Christmas crafts!
_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_

My pick for today's feature is the "Mason Jar Gift Bags Tutorial" 

from Joy @ Yesterfood!

Head over to Joy's blog to see the whole tutorial and some gift-in-a-jar ideas! 

Don't forget to leave a nice comment, and tell her Anni sent you!

Meet Joy:

The timeless arts of cooking and sewing hold a special place in my heart. On Yesterfood, you'll see some of the family favorite recipes you may have grown up with, and some new ones, too. Approachable sewing projects will appear from time to time. A great mix of the old and new applies to recipes, sewing, and to life!

Follow Yesterfood

_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_

Please come back Monday and link up your Weekend related fun posts on my next
"Weekend Recap" Linkup for the chance to be featured on here!

  Check out my amazing sponsor:

Thanksgiving Table Settings // DIY with Free Printable

I want to share this post with you again - it's from last year, but you can still download the table settings. Enjoy :o)

_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_

Thanksgiving will be here very soon! 

Are you guys ready? I designed a couple of printable table settings for you,
and you can download the printable files here: CLICK!

They are easy to make, even last minute. Just print them out (Letter), and fold. That's it!

  Check out my amazing sponsor:

The Flea Market Finds = Back To Life!

I did it! A little love and stain, and the flea market finds are looking awesome again! You might have been wondering what we would be doing with this stand thing. Well - for my husband a dream came true in Texarkana. No, not that we've found Michael Jackson. We found a super awesome kettle Popcorn machine as well! $79 at "Bed, Bath & Beyond". He is in popcorn heaven now! We needed something to put the machine one though, and the flea market find turned out the be just perfect - in size and height!

And the cute little cabinet was just perfect for my Royal Family coffee mug collection. And a sugar skull one. (I might have to start thje sugar skull addict self help group soon. I know.)

    

    

  Check out my amazing sponsor:

Cari's Pumpkin Whipped Sugar Scrub Recipe // Weekend Recap Feature

Hello and HAPPY FRIDAY!

Another week flew by. I have a 5k tomorrow, and cause of the flu I am so weak I doubt I will be able to run the whole thing. But we will see! I will tell you more about the run and the great cause Monday - just in time for the "Weekend Recap", so make sure to come back!

Pimping one of my running shirts for tomorrow's 5k

A photo posted by Anni S (@anni_s) on Oct 10, 2014 at 6:46am PDT

Thank you to EVERYONE who linked up Monday! There were a few more blogs linked up!! Please continue spreading the news about this awesome new weekly Linkup though! I loved every single post, and again: it was a tough decision!


_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_

My pick for today's feature is the "Pumpkin Whipped Sugar Scrub Recipe" 

from Cari @ Everything Pretty!

Head over to Cari's blog to see the recipe. 

Don't forget to leave a nice comment, and tell her Anni sent you!

Follow "Everything Pretty":

Twitter // Facebook // Pinterest // Instagram // Bloglovin // Etsy 

_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_

Please come back Monday and link up your Weekend related fun posts on my next
"Weekend Recap" Linkup for the chance to be featured on here!

  Check out my amazing sponsor:

My Sewing Corner // Weekend Recap LinkUp

Hello and Happy Monday!

How was your weekend? I am finally able to do more than just being knocked out by the flu. M came come from the Police Academy Friday afternoon, and our first point on the weekend schedule was a stop at Walmart. NO GOOD IDEA. AT ALL.

Let me tell you this: Road rage at Walmart exists. Blame it on my 7 day quarantine, not seeing anyone but the doctor and the neighbor who took me there -> I was about to freak out. People!!! It was overwhelming and every single person was making me nuts. Blocking every alley either with their huge carts or with their huge behinds. Or both. Not paying attention. Not giving a sh*t.

I got so mad, I had to leave M with the cart so he could pay and I was waiting at the car. At home I went straight to the couch and my cuddle blanket, and dozed off, trying to forget the evil Walmart experience.

Saturday was better though. I finally managed finishing my long planned project: My little sewing area. I started at the dinner table, but it was a little irritating moving the sewing machine all the time. So I came up with this little idea and here is the result:





I just moved out MALM chests a little apart, went to Home Depot to get a board ($10), put some ConTact paper on it to make it look nicer, et voilá! I love it! My little sewing paradise! I don't have to move around anymore and can clutter everything the way I want to. I guess you noticed my huge bag of scrap fabric?





Oh and I guess you saw the hint HERE. On my shopping spree at Little Rock I got another sugar scull. A big one. I love it!

What did you do this weekend?
Leave a link to your blog posts, so we can come visit :)

An InLinkz Link-up

get the InLinkz code



  Check out my amazing sponsor:

Weekend Recap Linkup // Sewing Projects

Happy Monday!

I hope you all had a wonderful and relaxing weekend? I've worked a lot, because there was the "Music Fest" downtown El Dorado. I didn't get to spent that much time with my husband cause of that, which made me a little sad.
Since he is at the police academy now Monday thru Friday, we try to cherish our weekends and having a whole bunch of quality time. But this weekend it just didn't really work out.

We already know we will go to Little Rock next weekend, so that is definitely something to look forward to!

Since I have trouble sleeping lately, I get up during the night a lot, reading or working on some crafts projects. I just recently bought my very first own sewing machine! I'm super happy with it!



I've learned some basic sewing stuff back at high school, and my mom used to show me a few things as well. But I'm not lying if I teel you: It's been at least 17 years since the last time I was using a sewing machine! So I have to get back into everything.

Here are my 2 first "real" little projects. Beginner level of course.

The Buttercup Bag

It's safe to say: This is a Pinterest classic!I never thought I would be able to make something like this. But the pattern is very easy, and Rae made a BRILLIANT job putting together the instructions. I did a "light" version - as you can tell the magnetic snap and/or buttons are missing. But I will definitely make some more, now that I know I can do it!
Please check out Rae's blog and the tutorial HERE!

Pillow Case

I like it, M hates it! I did a combination of sewing & knitting. My mother in law gave me 3 balls of different mesh yarn. Since I am not a huge fan of the way these scarves turn out, I wanted to try something different. I like the neon colors on the dark grey!
It's a 14"x 14" - feel free to shoot me an e-mail if you would like to buy it!

What did you do this weekend? Leave a link to your blog posts, so we can come visit :)

An InLinkz Link-up

get the InLinkz code



  Check out my amazing sponsor:

Barn Sale // Weekend Recap LinkUp

Hello and Happy Monday!

This weekend flew by... Now it's Monday again, which means: back to work!

Friday evening I was finishing all my crochet projects, since I headed off to Camden, AR, at 6 am Saturday morning. My mother-in-law and I shared a booth at the Barn Sale. She does a lot of sewing - mainly throws and aprons, plus a little bit of machine embroidery. I am trying to get her on Etsy or at least Facebook, cause her stuff is awesome! But it's still work in progress, so wish me luck ;o)

I took a few pictures, but they don't really show how beautiful it was. All vendors did a great job! Beautiful things EVERYWHERE! Oh and of course FOOD! The kettle corn booth was right across from ours, so that yummy smell was around us all day.
I treated myself to a big corn dog and some fresh squeezed lemonade. Pure yummyness!

     

     

     

It was a wonderful day! Sunny, warm and not too hot. I've sold a whole lot of stuff. Mainly my Halloween items, but the top seller was the Mario Mushroom, for sure! I decided to add them to my Etsy now, so feel free to order! Use the coupon code "MARIORULES" for 15% until October 31st! E-Mail me for custom orders.

An InLinkz Link-up

get the InLinkz code



  Check out my amazing sponsor: