Paint Chip Christmas Garland/Advent Calendar

The other day I was at Walmart, and the green paint chips were just calling my name. They were like "Errrrika. Take us home with youuu. You could totally make something Christmasy out of us!" 

So... I began making a little stack of paint chips. I looked around to make sure no one saw.
Right when I thought I was in the clear, the pain man came up and asked what I was doing.

"Ummm..." I stumbled.
"Well?" He asked with questioning eyes.
"...I wanted to make a craft. I'm sorry, I should have asked first!", I said while looking at something very interesting on the ground.

Then he said it! He told me the best news a girl like me could hear. He said that no one ever took them and to help myself.

PHEW! That was a close one.

Anyway, when I got home, I decided I wanted to make a Christmas garland. So, I started cutting out a bunch of trees from the different shades of green.



Then, I decided I should make it into an advent calendar of sorts, too. So! I stamped on some numbers.



Then, I just taped them to some fishing line, added some fun things for us to do every day in December (on the back of the paint chip) and called it good. Am I the laziest crafter, or what?



The printables in the frames come from here, here, and here.

"Tute"-in Tuesday

It's that time again! Time to link up your tutorials (that you haven't posted here yet)! I can't wait to see what you lovely readers have come up with now. Maybe you'll be the one I mooch off of next Monday?

Here are the rules:

1. Please use the permanent link to your post when you are linking up (just click the post you want to link up, and it should take you to her perma-link...Feel free to email me if you can't get it to work, and I'll try to give you some better instructions.)

2. Please link up something you've never linked to "Tute"-in Tuesday before!

3. Please be sure to visit other people who linked up and leave 'em a nice comment. Because, come on, we all love comments. It would be awesome if you left something more than "nice blog. www.oopsicraftmypants.net"...But, it's up to you!

And, this is optional, but:

Let your readers know about the party so they can join in on the fun! Here's a button, if you want to use it I wouldn't be opposed. 

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Now, let's get linkin'!

Do you have a shop?

I've had a little idea mulling around in my mind for a few months...So, I decided to finally jump on it.

-Do any of you lovely readers have an Etsy shop (or a shop anywhere online) that you want to promote?
-Are you willing to host a giveaway?

If the answer to the above question is yes, email me with a link to your shop, and I'll email you back with the details!

I can't wait to talk to you!

Moochin' Monday-- Christmas Bow

Hi everyone! It's great to be back after my (almost) week of no blogging! Man, I missed you guys.

Thankfully, lots of you linked up to last week's "Tute"-in Tuesday, so I still got my craft fix in. Whew! I was so inspired by that link up, that I actually got off my lazy bum and got some crafting done! I can't wait to share the finished products with you this week and in the weeks to come.

Anyway, this week's mooch worthy project  comes from Sweetwater Style.



Her tutorial taught me how to make the greatest Christmas bow! I used it when I wrapped the giant painting in my living room.



I know, the scale of my bow is way off...But, I didn't have enough ribbon to make a bigger bow. It'll probably bother me all season, so maybe I'll just have to go buy some more!

But really, such a great bow tutorial! I can't wait to add these cuties to my Christmas gifts.



Speaking of Holiday gifts...Did you score any great deals while out shopping this weekend? Do share!

"Tute"-in Tuesday

It's that time again! Time to link up your tutorials (that you haven't posted here yet)! I can't wait to see what you lovely readers have come up with now. Maybe you'll be the one I mooch off of next Monday?

Here are the rules:

1. Please use the permanent link to your post when you are linking up (just click the post you want to link up, and it should take you to her perma-link...Feel free to email me if you can't get it to work, and I'll try to give you some better instructions.)

2. Please link up something you've never linked to "Tute"-in Tuesday before!

3. Please be sure to visit other people who linked up and leave 'em a nice comment. Because, come on, we all love comments. It would be awesome if you left something more than "nice blog. www.oopsicraftmypants.net"...But, it's up to you!

And, this is optional, but:

Let your readers know about the party so they can join in on the fun! Here's a button, if you want to use it I wouldn't be opposed. 

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Now, let's get linkin'!

KLUTZ Book Giveaway

Sorry, I don't have a Moochin' Monday for today. I figured since it's Thanksgiving week, I could take the week off. I mean, right? There will be "Tute"-in Tuesday tomorrow, but other than that--The schedules goin' right out the window. I hope that's okay with you!

Maybe I can bribe you into thinking it's okay? Hey?
__________

About a month ago, I was contacted about doing a review on a few KLUTZ books. I just had to say yes, because I am a sucker for books. And, on top of that--I'm a sucker for hobby books. Hobby books for little kids, even.

So anyway, fast forward to a few weeks ago. I received a lovely package in the mail. It was exciting. I mean, besides the fact that the UPS man woke up my baby. But, I mean...Minor details.

To my pleasure, these books were included:



Stamp Art makes stamping simpler -- and more creative -- than ever. Stick the included shapes on the see-through acrylic block to create your own one-of-a-kind stamp design. Full of inspirational artwork and instruction, this stamp-right-in-it book shows how to create animals, flowers, houses, aliens... anything you can dream up.


Draw the DC Universe is a complete how-to-draw package, jammed with expert tips and techniques, tons of practice space, and of course, a universe of DC heroes and villains. The draw-right-in-it book comes with everything you need: a sketching pencil, a drawing marker, artist’s pencils in six colors, a big block eraser to fight crimes against the page, stencils, and translucent overlays scattered throughout for can’t-fail tracing activities.

Want a sneak peak inside the books? Go here for Draw the D.C. Universe, and here for Stamp Art!

I could barely contain my excitement when I saw them! I was especially excited to try out the Stamp Art one. So, me and Mr. Crafty Pants broke it out one night after the babe was in bed.

We had a blast looking at all the fun pages and trying to recreate the images from the book. It was fun to make our own designs, as well.

Here are our finished products:



Meet Fangrog and his 'lily pad of doom' (with the unfortunately placed spots. Oops!) and Sir Woofington III.
I know, I know! Impressive, right? We're pretty talented in the stamping department over here. I won't tell you who made which one because, we're kind of in a crazy betting war about who's the best stamper. More on that in a second!

Honestly, this book was so much fun. It entertained us for hours, which was a nice break from the T.V. we usually watch late at night.

As for Draw the D.C. Universe? It was equally as fun. I'm not really an artist, but it was fun to see my drawings actually look like people and not stick figures!

I really think that both of these books would be an awesome Holiday gift for any child. And, lucky you! Because here's a coupon.
                                             

Want to win these books?
Two lucky readers will win both Stamp Art and Draw the D.C. Universe! Wooo!

Want to enter? Easy peasy (I hate that saying, sorry if you do too!)...
Just leave a comment on this post telling me why you want to win!
Want an extra entry? Comment whether you like Fangrog or Sir Woofington III the best and why. I mean, I need my husband to know once and for all that my mad stamping skills trump his.

Be sure to leave a comment for each entry. Also, please leave your email address (if it's not attached to your profile), so that I'll be able to contact you if you win.

Giveaway ends this Friday!

Stamp Art $16.99 each

Draw the DC Universe $19.99 each

Giveaway open to US mailing addresses only.

Sample & Prizing courtesy of Klutz

Fun Pie Roundup

I'm not a very big pie fan. I'm not sure why...I just really don't like it. But, with Thanksgiving just a week away (whoa!), I thought I should do a little pie round up. Literally--Little pies!


1. Pie in a jar.
2. Muffin tin pie.
3. Pie pops.
4. Inside out apple pie
5. Mini pies.
6. More pie in a jar.
7.  Kiss pies.
8. Mini pumpkin pies.
9. Oreo and peanut butter pie.
10. Apple pocket pie.

All of those make me want to like pie! Well...I mean, almost.
Are you a pie fan?

Magnetic Cups

K, this is probably the easiest craft that ever hit this ol' blog. I know! That's saying a lot, because most of my crafts are super easy (I'm not a very patient person!)

So anyway, the other day, I was shopping and I spotted some magnetic cups at the store. I thought they were so cool because my husband (bless his heart!) leaves his water cups all over the house. And, for some reason it really really bothers me. The problem was, they were $20 for two cups.
Ummm! No thank you!

So, I decided to make my own. They cost approximately 80 cents each! Woo woo.

Are you ready for the crazy tutorial?

Okay, first gather your items

                              

-a plastic cup
-Magnets
-and super glue (not pictured)

Then...You glue the magnet to the cup and you're finished.

                           

Easy, right?

My husband told me I was really clever for making him that. I didn't tell him I stole the idea, so if you see him around, don't burst his wifey bubble, alright?

                    

Oh, and since you're probably wondering, the cups (and magnets) held up great in the dishwasher.

"Tute"-in Tuesday

It's that time again! Time to link up your tutorials (that you haven't posted here yet)! I can't wait to see what you lovely readers have come up with now. Maybe you'll be the one I mooch off of next Monday?

Here are the rules:

1. Please use the permanent link to your post when you are linking up (just click the post you want to link up, and it should take you to her perma-link...Feel free to email me if you can't get it to work, and I'll try to give you some better instructions.)

2. Please link up something you've never linked to "Tute"-in Tuesday before!

3. Please be sure to visit other people who linked up and leave 'em a nice comment. Because, come on, we all love comments. It would be awesome if you left something more than "nice blog. www.oopsicraftmypants.net"...But, it's up to you!

And, this is optional, but:

Let your readers know about the party so they can join in on the fun! Here's a button, if you want to use it I wouldn't be opposed. 

<a href=http://oopsicraftmypants.blogspot.com/><img src=" http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m606/erika237/tuteintuesday-1.jpg" /></a>

Now, let's get linkin'!

Moochin' Monday-- Sock Monkey

I kind of feel like a broken record because all I want to do is scream at the top of my lungs "MY READERS ARE THE MOST TALENTED!"...And, isn't that how I am every Monday when I talk about the pervious weeks "Tute"-in Tuesday? I'm pretty sure.  It's so true though, so let's just roll with it.

Anywho...This week I decided to "mooch" this adorable sock monkey that Ash at My Savage Life made.

I've always wanted to make a sock monkey, but was always way too confused by people's instructions. Luckily, Ash must have read my mind because her tutorial was awesome and even me and my "sewing challenged" self were able to make one. I mean, with a few sewing machine errors (hey! At least it was threaded this time).

                            

Looking at the little guy makes me so happy! And, my daughter loves it just as much as I do. She will not let it go! Aaaadorable.

Book Page Craft Roundup

Today  I'm guest posting over at Craft Snob and showing off an easy little Christmas ornament I made. You should go check it out and give her blog some love, yeah?

Annnyway!


                                

Around here, in the Oops! I Craft My Pants household, we love to read. We have so many books stashed in every little nook and cranny, hidden from everyone who visits. This is a shame, because reading is awesome, and not something that should be hidden. At least, I think, anyway.

I love the idea of doing crafts with books. I think they add such a nice little touch to decor and little gifts. And, who knew? There's more book page crafts than just wreaths!

1. Bird Ornament.

2. Flower Wrapping.
3. Flowers.
4. Garland.
5. Butterflies.
6. Rings.
7. Letter.
8. Art.
9. Tiny Book Garland.
10. Walpaper.

So! Spill it. Do you like book page crafts, or does it pain you to think of books being ruined?

Printable Recipe Card

With the Holiday Season in full swing, I've been all about making new recipes and sharing them with my family. 

The only thing is, I'm guilty of pulling recipes up on my computer and whipping them up while reading off my screen. While this is super convenient for me,  I almost always end up losing recipes once I close my computer.

It's the worst! So, I decided to make some recipe cards that I could file away and (hopefully) never lose a good recipe again

                                     

                                     

They're super simple, but I'm loving how they turned out. The color combo makes me smile, for some reason.

Anyway, I decided to offer them as a printable for you guys! Because, come on, who couldn't use some recipe cards?

To print them off, just go here to download the front (ingredient side), and here to download the back (directions side).

              

Once you have downloaded them both, print off either the directions or the recipe .jpg onto card stock paper. Then, put the paper back in, printed side up, and print off the other side.





 After you have printed off your cards, just cut them out and write your recipe!

I decided to test my cards out by making some Pumpkin Cake.



It was so good!
Here's the recipe for those of your who love pumpkin like I do.

                                     Pumpkin Cake

16 oz pumpkin

4 eggs

3/4 c oil

2 t vanilla

2 c flour

2 c sugar

2 t cinnamon

2 t baking powder

1/2 t salt

1 t baking soda

Bake at 350 for 25-30 min

Frosting

4 c powder sugar

2/3 c butter

6 oz cream cheese

2 T milk

"Tute"-in Tuesday

It's that time again! Time to link up your tutorials (that you haven't posted here yet)! I can't wait to see what you lovely readers have come up with now. Maybe you'll be the one I mooch off of next Monday?

Here are the rules:

1. Please use the permanent link to your post when you are linking up (just click the post you want to link up, and it should take you to her perma-link...Feel free to email me if you can't get it to work, and I'll try to give you some better instructions.)

2. Please link up something you've never linked to "Tute"-in Tuesday before!

3. Please be sure to visit other people who linked up and leave 'em a nice comment. Because, come on, we all love comments. It would be awesome if you left something more than "nice blog. www.oopsicraftmypants.net"...But, it's up to you!

And, this is optional, but:

Let your readers know about the party so they can join in on the fun! Here's a button, if you want to use it I wouldn't be opposed. 

<a href=http://oopsicraftmypants.blogspot.com/><img src=" http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m606/erika237/tuteintuesday-1.jpg" /></a>

Now, let's get linkin'!

Moochin' Monday--Painted Furniture

Happy Monday!
(I've always wanted to say that)

How was your weekend? Mine was great. Well, I mean, besides my whole little family being sick and it being too cold to go outside. But, ya know...Minor details, right?

Anyway! Last week, of course, you guys wowed me again with what you linked up to "Tute"-in Tuesday!
There were so many mooch worthy projects!

This entertainment center by Holly Do, in particular, practically called out my name, though!



Isn't it beautiful?

Right after I saw it, I remembered that my sister snatched up this little guy from the side of the road for me a few weeks ago.
                                        

I think it would be perfect under my T.V.  Like, absolutely amazing, even!

The only things is--I didn't get around to painting it yet (because of the sickness and the snow, remember? bleh!)

So, I thought it would be fun to ask for YOUR opinion on what color I should paint it! I love the idea of adding more color to my home...I kind of want to paint it a mustard yellow. But, my couch is red. Wouldn't that be a little McDonald'sy? I don't know! What are your thoughts?

I'm the worst at this kind of stuff!

DIY Bracelet Roundup

I love bracelets (Remember? I even made one yesterday)! My problem is, I always see them at the store, but never buy them because of the price. Dang.
Thankfully, lots of crafty tutorials are surfacing on how to make your own. Looks like I'll be making bracelets all weekend!

1. Wrapped Bangle.
2. Sailor.
3. Leather Bow.
4. Braided Leather.
5. Rossette.
6. Braided Clay.
7. Hex Nut.
8. Jersey Knit.
9. Purple and Gold.
10. Woven Chain.

Have you attempted any of these before? Or, better yet--Have you written your own bracelet tutorial? I wanna see!

Bracelet Knock-off

The other week I was shopping at Nordstrom and came across this bracelet.

                                              

Isn't it great? Unfortunately, it was about $15...And, I hate spending money on things I could possibly make myself. Do you ever feel like that when you're shopping? It's an annoying habit, really.

So anyway, I decided to attempt making one. I think it turned out pretty darn close.



All I needed to do was buy the supplies, and get braiding.

               

Super easy! And, I loved the end result. I get so many compliments on it when I wear it out. Just the kind of project I love.

"Tute"-in Tuesday

It's that time again! Time to link up your tutorials (that you haven't posted here yet)! I can't wait to see what you lovely readers have come up with now. Maybe you'll be the one I mooch off of next Monday?

Here are the rules:

1. Please use the permanent link to your post when you are linking up (just click the post you want to link up, and it should take you to her perma-link...Feel free to email me if you can't get it to work, and I'll try to give you some better instructions.)

2. Please link up something you've never linked to "Tute"-in Tuesday before!

3. Please be sure to visit other people who linked up and leave 'em a nice comment. Because, come on, we all love comments. It would be awesome if you left something more than "nice blog. www.oopsicraftmypants.net"...But, it's up to you!

And, this is optional, but:

Let your readers know about the party so they can join in on the fun! Here's a button, if you want to use it I wouldn't be opposed. 

<a href=http://oopsicraftmypants.blogspot.com/><img src=" http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m606/erika237/tuteintuesday-1.jpg" /></a>

Now, let's get linkin'!