DIY // DIY KITTY SLEEP MASK TUTORIAL

There is absolutely nothing cuter than a kitty sleeping mask! Sara Tramp is sharing the most adorable DIY craft project with us that you will no doubt be making for all of your friends. These eye masks are perfect for gift bags, party favors, or even to keep for yourself. This project will take close to no time and these masks are great to keep in your nightstand or even your purse! Check out Sara’s sleep mask tutorial below:

“Kittens and sleeping – literally my two favorite things. In a perfect world everyone who would take afternoon naps and warm sleeping kittens would be provided. But these cute (and super easy) kitty sleep masks are a close second. Whether you’re napping on a road trip, getting some red-eye rest while you jet set, or just needing some serious beauty sleep, these kittens will help keep you happily in snooze land.”

• Felt (white for the eyes, pink for the nose and ears, and then several colors for fur)
• Fabric Glue
• Scissors
• Elastic
• Pen/Pencil (for tracing)
• Fabric Pins
• Batting (fluffy filling)

1. Download the Kitty mask pattern.
2. Trace your kitty mask shape. Use the handy PDF if you’d like! Fold your felt in half, so you can cut out both sides at once, pin the printed pdf on top of your felt, and cut along the lines.
3. Cut out all your little felt shapes for decorating your mask. Glue them down with your fabric glue and allow to dry.
4. While those dry, measure your elastic band around your head, so it fits comfortably and snug. Glue the ends of the elastic onto the inside of the back felt piece at the sides.
5. Arrange your batting on the inside of the back piece, and lay your front piece over. Slowly being gluing down the edges of the front and back. Use fabric pins to hold the two pieces together if needed!
6. Allow to dry. Now you’re ready for a cat nap!

Assisted by: Karley Carrillo 

Tutorial for Best Friends For Frosting by: Sara Tramp of Hello Sara Tramp

DIY // CUTE PARTY BLOWER DIY TUTORIAL

Nothing says party like a party blower, right?! Best Friends For Frosting teamed up with Bracket to bring you the cutest DIY party blowers! With just a few cheap materials (most of which you probably have at home), you can create these fun party blowers for any event you have coming up! With the option to customize some of them, you can bring these to a celebratory dinner, surprise party, or even wedding! Check out the fun tutorial below:

“I love a modern twist on a typical party good – take the party blower.  I’ve created 3 modern designs and added some fun phrases to make them completely unique. You can also print off blank ones and write in (or use alphabet stickers!) to make it totally customizable. All the fun of noise makers, but without that annoying sound.”

• Download PDF – 3 designs with 3 phrases, and one blank to customize: Brush 1, Brush 2, Dots 1,Dots 2, Stripes 1, Stripes 2
• Cheap noise makers
• Scissors
• Glue stick
• Double Sided Tape
• Rubber Bands
• Tacky Glue

1. Download and print design. Choose up to 3 designs and 3 phrases. Cut out.

2. Flip design over with phrase and pattern facing down. Fold in each side with second fold over lapping the first one.

3. Run your glue stick down the top flap and glue over the other folded side. Must be sealed tight so air does not seep out.

4. Fold over the bottom of the noise maker (bottom is the end of the phrase) and secure with double sided tape.

5. Flip paper over with phrase reading up and begin rolling tightly from the bottom to the top. This way when blown up, the phrase reads out. Secure with a rubber band and let it sit overnight.

6. Disassemble cheap party blowers so you are left with just the tube. Put tacky glue all around the end of one side of the tube and insert into the top of the noise maker. Hold for 20 seconds.

7. Place a small dot at each top edge of paper and fold into tube. This creates a secure closure so there is no air seeping out.  Hold for 20 seconds.

8. Party on! Use these phrases or use the blank one to customize for your party with a wedding date, hashtag, or the party person’s name. Have fun!

Tutorial for Best Friends For Frosting by: Bracket