Princess Crown

Ever since my families trip to LA I have been wanting to make a crown like this. When we were on vacation, we went to Medieval Times and watched some really fun horsemanship and chivalry. The only thing that wasn't chivalrous about Medieval Times was the prices. Of everything. It was ridiculous. I saw some beaded crowns, just like the one above, for $40!! I decided then and there that I could make one of those for a lot cheaper than that. 

If you want to make one, you'll need:

Beads

Jewelry Wire

Pliers

Hot Glue Feathers

~Take a piece of wire and put beads on it, securing the end by folding it over (make sure you leave some length at the end to tie the two ends together. This piece will form the circle that fits on top of the munchkins head that you're making it for....so be sure to measure it correctly. 

~Twist the two ends of the circular piece together and fold them in on themselves, into a bead so they won't scratch. 

~Get a much longer piece of wire and begin by wrapping one end of the metal around the circle. Start adding beads.....periodically twisting the wire around the circle, making v shapes like this:

~Carry on this way around the entire edge of the circle and you've got the shape of the crown.

~Lastly, add some feathers around a focal point with hot glue:

Easy enough, right?? 

This is such a sweet gift for a munchkin who like to use their imagination. 

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A Marvelous Mess #51 and Features!!!

Hi folks!!
Another late start to the party.
I got wrapped up in a craft and just didn't want to leave it!! Do you ever feel that way??
Well, with the late start and all, I think I'll get right to my feature:

Amish Friendship Bread by The Foreign Domestic

Have you ever had that bread before?? Not only is it delicious, it is really fun to share it with family and friends. I'm going to Pin this and make a batch myself.

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Now, on to the party!!

An Alphabet Trip to the Limerick Zoo Review

Since the next Holiday on our list is St. Patty's Day....here is a review for a very cute illustrated ebook of limericks called An Alphabet Trip to the Limerick Zoo by Jeanette Ramirez and the AIC College of Deisgn.

The author takes us through the entire alphabet, limerick by limerick and picture by picture. The rhymes are engaging and unique and the images are lively and colorful, easily appealing to a young audience.  I am a huge fan of the use of limericks....they are one form of poetry that I feel has a beat you can miss and makes you want to read it to feel it and share it too. I've read many books of poems to my Munchkin and the interest usually wanes within a couple of pages.....not with this ebook!! We read the whole things from front to back in one sitting!! 

There are a few different options for buying this book: download it from the site onto your nook, kindle, or tablet or you can print it out and put it in a binder. Right now, for $9.99, the book is available as well as a companion coloring book!! 

Here is a Sample Illustration:

And the limerick that goes with it:

I just love that rhythm.

Here's a you tube video (that also discusses the option of being an affiliate)

This book is a great option for home schoolers, schools, teacher resources, or just a chance to teach your child more about poetry. The poems will inspire and the art will do the same....which is great because a coloring book come with it. I am totally pleased with my copy of this fun ebook. I think you ought to give it a try!!

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