Rockin' What Ya Got

Embroidery Hoops:: A Monday Upcycle

6 Jun

dwell.

It’s what we do.

This is totally a Rock What Ya Got project.

One embroidery hoop (that I’ve had since the 7th grade)

A piece of chalkboard vinyl

a recycled piece of ribbon

chalk or chalk markers

Just lay out the chalk paper, then place the embroidery hoop on top. Cut around the hoop leaving a little excess that you can trim later.

Fit the other piece of the hoop on, smooth and tighten.

Then, create. Write a word, draw a picture. Whatever means something to you.

I hung mine on a piece of ribbon I had left over from a gift.

That’s it. Pretty simple stuff.

Here are some other inspirations for these clever little hoops….

bliss in a teacup

life as a thrifter

Feel free to share any of your hoop projects in the comments.

Alright Y’all, Hoop it up!

Tags: chalk makers, dwell, things to do with embroidery hoops

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Categories Monday's Upcycle
Author wendyj

Laundry Detergent…Make Your Own!

20 May

We’re making soap today…

Well, not really.

I’m mixing soap to make some more laundry detergent.

It’s been over a year since I shared this recipe, but since then a few things have changed, so I thought it’s time for an update! Plus, my Mom was just out here for a visit and she wants the recipe…here ya go Mom!

Laundry Soap

1 Fels-Naptha soap bar
1 Cup Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda
½ Cup Borax

First, chop the soap bar into large chunks to make it a little easier on the food processor.

Then pulse until it turns into little tiny balls.

Add the rest of the ingredients and let run for approximately a minute. The soap should be completely broken down into the mix, although you will still be able to distinguish the yellow with the other ingredients.

For a light load, use 1 Tablespoon. For really dirty clothes or towels, use 2 Tablespoons.

Yields: 3 Cups detergent. (Approx. 40 loads)

Since we live in the land of hard water, I add a splash of vinegar over the soap once I’ve spooned it into the load. I am pleased with the results. The clothes smell great, and with the vinegar I have no residue from the soap, ever.

I think you’ll enjoy the break on your wallet as well. This comes out to be way cheaper for a family of six to keep clean clothes.

I was able to find all of these ingredients at the local Wal-Mart.

Happy Wash Day (which is every day at my house)!

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Categories Homekeeping
Author wendyj

Weekend Links and Happy Mother’s Day

11 May

Happy Mother’s Day to each sweet and amazing mother and those of you with a mother’s heart that drops by this spot for a moment in time. I’m glad you did.
You’re amazing, you know. You are!

To encourage you this mother’s day (just in case someone decided to give you a day of pampering and kicking your feet up to do whatever you please and you decided to catch up on some reading….), Here you go!

A Mighty Mom Video & Printable

Why I’m Not a Feminist Part 2 (Christ as Husband)

Hope for the Weary Mom (if you’re a mom, you should read this…)

When I Became a Mother

Happy Mother’s Day….here’s four incredible reasons why I’m called ‘Momma’.