Ruffle Headband Tutorial

This is one of my favorite headbands!

My daughter and I wear them all the time.  They're super comfy & soft, easy to make, and you probably already have the materials at home.  Plus....it's a ruffle and everyone loves ruffles.  Basically you have no excuse not to make one right now.  Like, right this minute.

Go.

Get started.

Your top knot and dark roots will really appreciate it.

Here's what you need:

Sewing Machine
Thread
Fray Check for ruffle (optional)

Measurements for shorter ruffle:  
Felt:  1" by 3"
Ruffle:  10" by 2"
Elastic:  16"-17"
(My daughter and I can each wear both sizes)

Step One:  Sew the ends of your elastic to the ends of your felt.  (Note:  The length of the elastic may vary with head size and type of elastic)

Step two:  Grab the ruffle piece and sew directly down the middle with your largest straight stitch.  Don't backstitch.  
Note:  If you plan on using Fray Check around your ruffle you'll need to let it dry completely before sewing.


Step three:  Pull the thread to scrunch the ruffle to the size of the felt.


Step four:  Pin the ruffle onto the felt strip.


Step five:  Set your machine to stitch length 2.  Sew directly over your previous stitch.  Backstitch at the beginning and end.


That's it.
Now go ROCK that ruffle with your messy top knot!






I like to link up to THESE parties!

A little treat for my hands and feet.

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tree Hut for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

This week the lovely people at Tree Hut sent me some goodies to sample.

I love to pamper myself so I was definitely excited to try their newest products.  And this little package couldn't have come at a better time.  It's getting hot here and I need a pedicure like yesterday!

Let me start with the Tree Hut foot scrub.

I'm really surprised by how much I like this.  Usually when I buy a scrub I use it a couple times and forget I have it. The Tree Hut foot scrub has a nice soft peppermint scent.  I use it in the shower before I go to bed and follow with the Tree Hut foot cream.  The thing I really liked about the scrub was the clean cool feeling it gave my feet.  I've been using it everyday and my feet are super soft.

The foot cream also has the peppermint oil, so it smells really nice too.  It goes on smooth.  It's not oily at all.  I put it on at night.  Throw some socks on my feet and my feet feel great in the morning too.  

My favorite product of the three has to be the Tree Hut hand cream.  

I NEVER use hand lotion or hand cream.  

I hate when my hands feel greasy or slippery.  That drives me crazy.  I love this stuff!  Once again it's a soft scent.  Not overwhelming.  The Rose Hip oil gives it a really nice smell.  Plus it has naturally anti-aging properties.  Bonus!  The best part about this hand cream is that when you wash your hands they still feel smooth all day.  I've just been using it once in the morning.

All these products are made in the USA.  They don't test on animals.  They're paraben free and no DMDM.  And they all use Certified Organic Shea Butter.  You can purchase Tree Hut products at Wal-Mart.

My feet are definitely ready for Summer and a new pair of sandals now!

Stay connected with Tree Hut!

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Berry Dip Delight

This is my go to fancy dessert.  

You'll definitely get some oohs and aahhs with this one.  Plus you'll feel like a fancy french chef when you make it.  OK.....maybe not, but it is really good and easy to make.  So that's good.

Friend Connect Blog Hop with The Life of a Not So Ordinary Wife

This week I get to co-host the Friend Connect Blog Hop with The Life of a Not So Ordinary Wife and 7 other amazing ladies!  I hope you all will link up and make some new friends.  Have fun!

If this is your first time visiting The Little Giggler, Welcome!  Please get comfortable and snoop around.  Thank you so much for stopping by and following along!  xo

It's Tuesday again which means it's time for the Friend Connect Blog Hop!

It's the time to meet new friends and find new blogs. You can choose to follow the cohosts in whatever way is best for YOU! Here are some of my favorite ways: GFC, BlogLovin', HelloCotton, RSS, Twitter, Facebook.

Ok, so let's get to the party, shall we?

How to make a Chocolate Bowl or Cup

I love making yummy deserts!  

I love eating them too. Who doesn't?  :)  This is a fun and easy way to make your sweet treats look fancy and impress your friends.

All you need is:

Baker's Chocolate or Candy Melts

Aluminum Cupcake Wrappers

 Microwaveable bowl 

Spatula

I love using Candy Melts, but my daughter is allergic to peanuts and Candy Melts are processed by peanuts.  Bummer.  But Baker's Chocolate is delicious too.  And you can use food coloring if you want to make fun colors.  You can also use milk or dark chocolate.  Whatever floats your boat.

Mommy & Daddy Doll Tutorial

Hello my crafty friends!

I've been out of the blogging loop for a while, but I'm back!  And since I don't like to show up empty handed I have a fun project to share with you.  Mommy and Daddy dolls!  

This is a perfect beginner sewing project.  It's quick and easy and totally worth busting out the sewing machine.

It's that time again!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Picture People for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Portrait time!

A GIANT surprise!

I know you're all familiar with Green Giant right?

You know that lovable Green Giant that feeds you all those delicious canned and frozen vegetables   The green beans and sweet corn are my favs.  :)

Green Giant would like to share a GIANT SURPRISE with you!  A GIANT yummy surprise.