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Holiday Gift Guide: 25 Great Gifts for Grownups under $20

April 9, 2018November 25, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

Holiday Gift Guide: Great gifts for adults under $20. Many of these would work as stocking stuffers! Do you have hard to buy for family too? I struggle every year so I wanted to put together some fun gift ideas this idea for the loved ones in your life. I hope they help you find … Read more

Warm Cinnamon Whiskey Cider

April 9, 2018November 23, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

How to make your own hot cinnamon whiskey apple cider with Catch Fire Cinnamon Flavored Whiskey. This is so wonderful on a cold winter day. Our weather has finally taken a turn for the worse. I’m *not* a fan of the cold… I grew up in New Hampshire, moved to Texas for grad school because I … Read more

DIY Grocery Bag Holders

August 26, 2025November 21, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

Grocery bag holders are easy to sew gifts for family and friends.

Grocery bag holders are easy to sew. Here are 6 that were made for gifts.

How to make grocery bag holders. You can store lots of plastic bags in these until you’re ready to reuse them. These make fantastic gifts for the holidays and are quick to make!

How to Make a Reusable Garbage Bag for Your Car

February 20, 2020November 10, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

How to sew a garbage bag for your vehicle. This has an open rim made from an upcycled wire hanger so it makes it easy for kids to toss their garbage- without leaving their car seat. These would make great gifts for the holidays! I have discovered something… my kids have no problem throwing their … Read more

DIY Tunic Shirt

April 9, 2018November 6, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

How to sew your own adult shirts for women. This was a very easy pattern and fun to put together. I used knit fabric and ribbing. I’ve been keen on making myself a new wardrobe of handmade clothing. I am always looking for new patterns that I think will look good on me and I’ve … Read more