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Settling In
As I mentioned in my last post, I have had a lot of changes in the works lately—a big cross-country move, a new career path, and a new baby. And things are coming along. I've since relocated from New...
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Baby Ewoks and Zombie Bunnies
Before Adelaide was even born, I have been excited to celebrate her first Halloween. I have been so excited to dress her up, and I had so many different ideas for costumes. I knew I wanted it to be...
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Merry Coloring!
Halloween is over... bring on the holidays!I'm usually not one to skip over Thanksgiving and go straight into Christmas, but I am particularly excited to share a holiday-themed project that I have just...
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For the Beauty of the Earth
I don't know about you, but I am so glad this election in the U.S. is finally over. Moving forward, I think everyone would be much better off focusing on the positive things and what a blessing it is...
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Pretty Patterned Pumpkin Roll
Thanksgiving is around the corner. Usually, I love to make pies for dessert. And there will be pie. Lots of it. But sometimes it is fun to do something different. I like to use the Thanksgiving season...
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Santa Doll Makeover
Well, it's officially the Christmas season, which means sparkling snow, pretty twinkle lights, cookie baking, and holiday crafting.To kick off this December, I thought I would share this DIY gift that...
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Welcome 2017
Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday break. I had a great time celebrating my baby’s first Christmas and birthday this past week. Well, now the holidays are over, and it's...
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Candy Deviled Eggs
What a crazy few months it has been. I started off the year with the arrival of my second daughter, Charly, so it has been just a whirlwind of mom duties as I’ve adjusted to becoming a mother of two....
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Embellished Easter Eggs
What a great weekend this has been so far! Spring is in full force now. The sun is out, flowers are starting to bloom, and the grass is a vibrant green. This year, my daughter Adelaide is old enough to...
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Make Happy Things: A New Adventure
I have wanted to update the Niki Jin Crafts blog for a while now and have decided to revamp things completely by moving to a new site, which I've called Make Happy Things. I've redone the format a bit...
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Niki Jin Crafts is Back!
Last you heard from me (from this blog, anyway) was almost two years ago when I said goodbye and went exploring new directions. I started another blog (it ... didn’t last), and wrote a post here and...
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My Introduction to Cricut
There was a time when I just did not understand why Cricut crafters loved this machine so much. From what I saw, you just plugged in some lettered phrase or generic clip art, the machine cut it for...
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Break the Rules with Coloring
This past spring, I published a coloring book of floral mandalas called Flowers All Around. (It’s available NOW on Amazon!) I had so much fun drawing these designs. I can honestly say it was one of my...
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Autumn Fair Isle Knit Hat (with free chart!)
It's the most wonderful time of the year...AUTUMN!Well, I guess not technically until the 23rd, but I count all of September as autumn. In fact, I'm one of those obnoxious people who starts baking...
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Popsicle Stick Christmas Ornaments
It's November, which to many over-enthusiastic holiday lovers means CHRISTMAS! Yes, I love Thanksgiving as well—it's just one big holiday celebration for me from now to the end of the year. So far,...
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Birthday Fun
Right after the holidays, I get to celebrate my two daughters’ birthdays in quick succession—the first in late December, and the next less than a month later in January. My kids are still just...
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Tablecloth Play Dresses
I've always wanted to make dress up clothes for my daughters. I made an Elsa princess dress a few years ago that I enjoyed creating, but not much else since then. A few weeks ago around my youngest...
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My Thoughts on the Recent Controversy over Cricut Design Space
Have you heard the news? Crafters are buzzing, and not in a good way. If you follow the crafter community online, you may have heard about the recent controversy with Cricut. To summarize, customers...
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Silhouette vs. Cricut: My Review of Silhouette Cameo 4 and Silhouette Studio
If you follow me on social media or read my previous post, you might know that I've bought a new toy! A Silhouette Cameo 4! Pink, of course. ;) You may also know I've been following the situation at...
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No Shame! Why I Don't Mind Using Cheap Arts and Craft Supplies
I have a confession. I am cheap. I love a good bargain and hate to splurge on expensive, full price items. $20 for a pack of cardstock? Nope. $6 for one roll of washi tape. Uh uh. Yarn for over $10 a...
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