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Carla

Sonoma County, CA

Crafty cookin' DIY mama!

Interests: gardening, cooking, sewing, decorating, crafting

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We have not had any issue with the chicken wire, it has held up well. We do have opossums and racoons in our backyard but they havent put it to the test. Also, the hens are closed in their wooden coop at night so if the racoon got through the wire they still wouldnt have easy access to the chickens. I hope that helps! Happy Building!

Commented Jun 9, 2020 on DIY Chicken Coop at small + friendly

Hi Kristy! Thank you so much for your kind words! Im so glad you are enjoying the site, this sweet comment totally made my day. - Carla

Commented Apr 7, 2020 on Parenting During the Pandemic at small + friendly

Free Printable // Quarantine Kid Art

I wanted to create a simple art project that would let children work through some of their feelings about sheltering at home. I couldn't resist the very obvious and symbolic window. I created two very basic window templates and I'm sharing them here as a free printable. Of course you... Continue reading

Posted Mar 30, 2020 at small + friendly

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I made them with good old tshirt fabric, actual old tshirts! But I’m sure stretch spandex would work well.

Commented Mar 29, 2020 on Tiny Boxer Briefs at small + friendly

The only reason I didn’t glue it is because I wanted to keep the option of having it back as a cup. The strong magnet holds the saucer well but feel free to glue!

Commented Mar 29, 2020 on DIY Pin Cushion at small + friendly

Searching for Silver Linings

Sleep won’t come. I can’t stop weeping for the world. Hearing the governor warn that schools will not reopen before the summer made the whole thing real in a way it hadn’t been before. I’m embarrassed at my own privilege and yet still deeply concerned for all of us. How... Continue reading

Posted Mar 18, 2020 at small + friendly

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Parenting During the Pandemic

Friends, these are troubling and stressful times for all. Some, more than others. I recognize that I am in an immense place of privilege, having a job that I can do from home and the experience of working while parenting one to three children at any given time. As so... Continue reading

Posted Mar 15, 2020 at small + friendly

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Time sure flies when you're trying to keep three kids alive! I hadn't intended to leave this space for so long, but I am happy to finally announce the addition of Silas Oak to our not-so-little-anymore family. He arrived four weeks early, underwent a wildly successful and deeply terrifying twelve... Continue reading

Posted Jan 19, 2020 at small + friendly

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The past few months have been life altering. Our family has gone from overjoyed to terrified to hopeful. Our routine 20 week ultrasound turned into a nightmare of tests and specialty appointments. The sweet baby boy growing inside me has a very serious, but thankfully operable heart defect. (The medical... Continue reading

Posted May 29, 2018 at small + friendly

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An Announcement!

The boys are reading up because our little family is going to get bigger! That's right, I'm pregnant with baby number three! We are expecting another bundle of joy in late September and we couldn't be more excited. The boys are thrilled. Jude is really hoping for a little sister... Continue reading

Posted Mar 25, 2018 at small + friendly

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DIY // Little Free Library

I have wanted a little free library for years! I designed this modern number with a living roof and Jason helped turn my dream into a reality. If you want the complete DIY details you can find them on the DIY Network. This spacious design allows for lots of books,... Continue reading

Posted Jan 29, 2018 at small + friendly

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Free Knitting Pattern // Seed Stitch Cowl

I fell in love with this fun yarn from Michael's and I decided to turn it into a very quick and simple cowl! I wrote up the pattern in case you're looking for a fun and fast free knit cowl pattern. The finished stitch pattern looks fancy and complicated but... Continue reading

Posted Dec 7, 2017 at small + friendly

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Hi Mary Kate, I found mine at Michaels and I have also seen them at JoAnn (http://www.joann.com/susan-bates-x-treme-wood-circular-knitting-needles-36in-size-50%2F25mm/15429988.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6ujCg_jf1wIVzV9-Ch1KTwEKEAQYBSABEgLhEfD_BwE) I hope that helps! Happy knitting! - Carla

Commented Nov 27, 2017 on Free Knitting Pattern // Jumbo Pussycat Hat at small + friendly

Hi Nicole, I never got the chance to create a full tutorial but I can give you plenty of tips! All you need are two by fours and plywood for the frame and door. Creat a fairly wide base from plywood, then attach a simple 2x4 frame to that with a few angled pieces to act as extra support/cross bracing. Cut a plywood door to fit and cu tit in half to create a dutch door. Use a jigsaw to cut a window in the top half. Attach the door sections with standard door hinges and then add extra locks and knobs and latches to make it ears fun! I hope this helps, if you need dimensions let me know and Ill measure! - Carla

Commented Nov 17, 2017 on DIY Mini Dutch Door! A Handmade Activity Toy at small + friendly

DIY // Simple Halloween Crafts and Costumes

It's almost Halloween!!! There's still plenty of time to whip up these easy DIY's. I've got five new tutorials up on on the DIY network and I know you're going to love them! Dog costumes, epic beards, spooky scenes and more!! Make your own spooky pumpkin diorama that can be... Continue reading

Posted Oct 25, 2017 at small + friendly

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Emergency Homeschooling

I am writing this from week two of the North Bay Firestorm. We are incredibly grateful that we are safe and our home is still standing. It is an extremely difficult and heartbreaking disaster that is unfortunately, far from over. If you would like to help, please please please consider... Continue reading

Posted Oct 15, 2017 at small + friendly

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Hi Rose! You will need two pieces cut: one for the back cut along the solid line, and one for the front cut along the dotted line, this will make the pants more comfortable because they will fit right under that adorable baby belly! Happy Sewing! - Carla

Commented Oct 4, 2017 on Free Sewing Patterns! Baby Leggings and Shorts at small + friendly

Family Fun // Quarryhill Botanical Gardens

Happy Autumn friends!!! Today Jude had the day off school so we decided to go on an adventure. We drove just about 20 minutes east to the Quarryhill Botanical Gardens. It is such a gorgeous place! It is full of endangered and unusual plants from Asia and it is wonderfully... Continue reading

Posted Sep 22, 2017 at small + friendly

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DIY // Macrame Herb Mobile

It's late summer and if your garden is anything like mine you've got more herbs than you know what to do with. Preserve all that summery goodness with this super fun handmade herb drying rack. With a few simple supplies and two easy-to-learn macrame knots you can make your own!... Continue reading

Posted Sep 14, 2017 at small + friendly

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That sounds AMAZING!!! I hope youll share a picture! And good luck! Happy Crafting, Carla

Commented Aug 31, 2017 on Handmade Halloween 2015 at small + friendly

3 Simple and Delicious Ground Turkey Recipes

Ground turkey is my go to protein for quick and tasty weeknight dinners. That's why I was excited to partner with Foster Farms to feature their Organic Ground Turkey and share a few of my family's favorite turkey preparations. Turkey Apple Sausage, Mediterranean Turkey Meatballs, and Turkey Three Bean Chili... Continue reading

Posted Aug 25, 2017 at small + friendly

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Making Family Dinner Fun

A new school year is upon us and it's back to structured routines and busy schedules for everyone. In my house we go from constant summer togetherness to trying to squeeze as much quality bonding into dinnertime as possible. I know I'm not the only mom who has struggled with... Continue reading

Posted Aug 11, 2017 at small + friendly

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A Tale of Two Motherhoods

Trying to put the experience of motherhood into words is no easy task, and perhaps that's part of the allure. I love writing about motherhood and while I used to do a lot of it here I have moved most of those musings to my contributions on mom.me. Last month... Continue reading

Posted Aug 4, 2017 at small + friendly

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Jul 29, 2017

DIY Outdoor Table Herb Garden

What's more fun than dining al fresco? Picking your own garnish right from the center of the table! We've had an outdoor table with a tile top for several years, we got it at Target but I've seen this style all over, maybe you've got a similar one? If so,... Continue reading

Posted Jul 29, 2017 at small + friendly

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