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Sew an Infinity Dress with a Built-In Tube Top

April 30, 2013 – 8:00 am | 10 Comments | 
Sew an Infnity Dress with a Built-In Tube Top by The DIY Mommy

Once upon a time, we weren’t building a house and I had one baby instead of two. I had time to sew things for other people and sell them.
One of my most popular creations was …

Can curvy moms wear skinny jeans? – Petite Curvy Mom Style

February 1, 2013 – 8:00 am |
What to wear with skinny jeans - petite curvy mom style - The DIY Mommy

I saw a quote online a few days ago:
“Don’t wear skinny jeans unless you have skinny genes.”
I’ll admit I did laugh (because I’m a sucker for a good pun), but I really don’t agree with …

Make a Jewelry Holder from a Cutlery Tray

January 28, 2013 – 8:00 am | 3 Comments | 
DIY Jewelry Holder from a Cutlery Tray by The DIY Mommy

The materials for this project have been hiding under my kitchen table (a.k.a. my craft table, a.k.a. our microwave table) for several months and I finally had a chance this weekend to put them all …

Winter 2012 / 2013 Fashion on Instagram – Petite Curvy Mom Style

January 23, 2013 – 8:00 am | 3 Comments | 
Winter 2012/2013 Fashion on Instagram - Petite Curvy Mom Style by The DIY Mommy

It’s been a cold winter up here in Alberta, Canada… and a busy one for us too!
We’re building a house on our acreage, and life with two kiddos is busy as it it is.
If you …

Sew the 15 Minute Infinity Scarf in 3 More Ways: Striped, Woven Plaid & Lace Overlay

December 17, 2012 – 8:00 am | 2 Comments | 
Sew a 15 Minute Infinity Scarf in 3 More Ways: Striped Sweater Knit, Woven Plaid & Lace Overlay

Can you believe Christmas is in just over a week? I certainly can’t, and I’ve been busily finishing up some last minute handmade Christmas gifts for my family and friends.
Something I’m making this year are …

Wear Plaid (and More Plaid) This Winter – Petite Curvy Mom Style

December 7, 2012 – 12:45 pm |
Wear Plaid (and more plaid!) this Winter by The DIY Mommy

It’s officially freezing cold here, and it does get really cold up here in the “frozen north” (which is what I’m endearingly calling  my country home west of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada).
We had a huge dump …

A Handmade Christmas: Knit Pearly Girly Mittens

November 26, 2012 – 8:00 am |
Pearly Girly Mittens by The DIY Mommy

I have a “thing” for cream coloured, lacey knits. When the weather dropped to minus 30°C a couple Christmases ago (this is common up here in Edmonton, Alberta!), I decided that I could use a …

Craft Supply and Indie Fashion Black Friday Sales (or The Crafty Introvert Fashionista’s Guide to the Best Deals this Weekend!)

November 23, 2012 – 7:00 am |
Amazing Craft Supply and Indie Fashion Black Friday Sales & Coupon Codes from The DIY Mommy

Raise your hand if you’re like me: you’re an introvert, you love to do crafts and you love unique fashion. Anyone? Good! I’m glad there are more people like me out there!
Because I’m a bit …

Sew a Ruffled Apron with a Heart Applique

November 19, 2012 – 8:00 am |
DIY Ruffle and Heart Apron by The DIY Mommy

One of my friends needed an apron for a costume this month. It had to be red gingham with a white ruffle and heart applique, so I set to designing it from scratch. I absolutely …

A Handmade Christmas: DIY Gifts for Women

November 9, 2012 – 8:00 am | 3 Comments | 
A Handmade Christmas: DIY Gift Ideas for Women by The DIY Mommy

Are you joining me in committing to a handmade Christmas this year? Whether you’re making a Christmas gift for your sister, your best friend, your mom or your aunt, the DIY ideas below are easy …