Cinch Belt Fascination

I hated the 1980’s honestly. As a teenager in the 80’s, I was obsessed with the 40’s. I would wear these fabulous high-waisted pants with gorgeous little tops and even turban-like head wraps. Seriously, I wish I had those now- sigh…

Oh wait, back to the 80’s. The one thing I did get out of that era (besides the music) is cinched belts. I adore them! They are the perfect accessory to show off your waist or cover it up a bit if the need should arise.

I am filming a little series this weekend and have the perfect dress to wear but it really needs something. Ooh, what about a fabulous little obi belt to dress it up?

I found this simple belt tutorial on Simplicity’s website to make 2 variations of my beloved cinch belt. Fabulous! Looks like I won’t have to forgo pasta for dinner tonight after all.

Freebie: Printable Christmas Eve magic pillowcase poem

With all the excitement and expectation of Santa’s visit, it can be hard for kids to go to sleep on Christmas Eve. Melissa from Polka Dot Chair created special pillowcases for her nephews, to be used only on Christmas Eve. When she gave them to them, she included a little poem explaining that they’re magic pillowcases to help them have sweet dreams. She’s sharing a free printable of the poem on her blog, plus she links to a tutorial she’s written for making a pillowcase, so you can start the tradition with your own kids.

Click below for her tutorial & printable:

Free Printable Christmas Pillowcase Poem , by Polka Dot Chair

[photo from Polka Dot Chair]

Looking for Holiday or Christmas themed Fabric prints? Check these out. Don’t have time to make your own pillow case? Check out these Christmas Pillow Case designs.

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