Learn all about the HTVRONT Auto Heat Press 2 and how to create 4 bookish projects, including custom shirts, hoodies, pouches, and bookmarks!
If you’ve been on the fence about upgrading your heat press or are curious about how an auto press works, you’re in the right place! The HTVRONT Auto Heat Press 2 is designed to make crafting a whole lot easier by taking the guesswork out of the pressing process. I tested the machine to see how it handles different materials and thicknesses by creating four custom bookish projects: a DTF shirt, a bulky flock HTV hoodie, a canvas pouch, and double-sided sublimation bookmarks. Read on for my full review and step-by-step tutorials so you can make these projects yourself!
This FREE "So Many Books, So Little Time" SVG Cut File displays the perfect motto for every bookworm!
I just got back from the library with another stack of books to read. Sometimes I feel a little tinge of panic as I look longingly at my stacks of TBR (to be read) book piles because how am I ever going to finish them all?! As an avid book reader, this moment inspired me to create this painfully true "So Many Books, So Little Time" SVG Cut File! There are so many things you can create with cut files using your Cricut (or cutting machine), like shirts, totes, mugs, signs, and so much more! I can't wait to see what you create!
*If you want to talk books and see what I've been reading lately, check out my book reviews on Instagram!
Put your love of reading on display with these adorable Polymer Clay Book Stack Earrings!
I've always been an avid reader, but now that I've focused on making more of an effort to include it for some "me time", it has become one of my favorite hobbies. To celebrate my love of reading, I used polymer clay to make some adorable book stack earrings - including a cute heart to go with them! These earrings are a simple project that can be customized to fit your personal style, and would be a fantastic gift idea for fellow book nerds.
*If you want to talk books and see what I've been reading, check out my book reviews on Instagram!
Tell them how you really feel with this Free "I Like Books More Than People" SVG Cut File!
I'm a huge introvert AND a book nerd. If you're anything like me, you're going to love this Free "I Like Books More Than People" SVG Cut File! This cut file is perfect for creating shirts, totes, mugs, signs, and so much more using your Cricut (or cutting machine). I've also teamed up with other creators to share a whole bundle of FREE introvert-themed cut files to share with you! We can't wait to see what you create!
Display your love for reading with this FREE "Treat Yo Shelf" SVG Cut File!
Calling all book nerds: it's Totally FREE SVG Day, and it's all about books! Not only is it important to treat yourself to something nice, but I think it's just as important to treat your bookshelf as well... which inspired this punny "Treat Yo' Shelf" cut file! There are so many things you can create with these cut files using your Cricut (or cutting machine), like shirts, totes, mugs, signs, and so much more! I can't wait to see what you create!
Save your spot with a set of laser engraved wooden bookmarks made just for book lovers!
Reading is one of my favorite things to do when I'm not crafting (follow along with what I'm reading on my AFMreads bookstagram). I've made it a goal to make time for more books this year, so I decided to treat myself to a handmade custom bookmarks made with my xTool M1. They turned out better than I ever imagined, and think these engraved wooden bookmarks will be a great gift idea for fellow book lovers! Not only am I going to walk you through the process of making the bookmarks, but I'm sharing the FREE cut files so that you can make some for yourself or your small business!
New to laser cutting? Be sure to check out getting started with xTool Laser Machine!
Learn how to make your own two-colored paracord bracelets!
Last summer we took on the Percy Jackson Challenge, and my daughter has been obsessed with Greek mythology ever since. She has read The Trials of Apollo series from Rick Riordan multiple times, and is SO excited for the release of book #5 coming this October!
With so many summer camps cancelled this year, young readers can still go to camp - at Camp Half-Blood! We did all kinds of fun activities at our at-home camp, like reading books and making paracord bracelets to represent Camp Half-Blood and Camp Jupiter from The Trials of Apollo series!
Use your own hand lettering and doodles to create custom postcards to send to loved ones!
I don't know about you, but I love receiving mail from friends. "Snail mail" doesn't happen too often anymore, so we are bringing it back with some Hand Lettered Postcards! During this time of staying at home, I think it’s the perfect time to send notes to connect with our friends and family. Plus, it's a fun way to teach kids to not only write letters, but how to write an address and place a stamp.
This Book Pocket Pillow is perfect for story time, sleepovers, car rides, and more!
My daughter is a bookworm, and is always on the go. I made this Book Pocket Pillow for her to take her books with her wherever she goes, and be comfortable at the same time! This pillow is the perfect size to cuddle up with to read on a sunny afternoon, and the pocket on the front will hold your kids favorite books and flashlight, or a beloved stuffed animal to take to a sleepover or on a long car ride. It's such an easy pillow to make, and would even recommend it as a great beginner project!
Celebrate Read Across America Day with these funny Free Printable Dr. Seuss Jokes!
Where are all of the Dr. Seuss fans?! My childhood was filled with a love for Dr. Seuss and his colorful and quirky books. In honor of Read Across America and Dr. Seuss's Birthday (March 2nd), here are some Free Printable Dr. Seuss Jokes that kids (and kids at heart) are going to love sharing with everyone they know!
This post is sponsored by ABRAMS Books and contains affiliate links for your convenience. As always, I only share things that I use myself and truly recommend!
My daughter loves the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series and couldn't wait to get her hands on the newest book, Wrecking Ball! These books are great for reluctant readers and bookworms alike. The 14th book in the series is packed with hilarious mishaps that will get kids laughing about chores, moving, and even home improvement!
This post is sponsored by Workman Publishing and contains affiliate links. As always, all opinions are my own.
The Kids’ Book of Paper Love book is an amazing gift idea for kids who love paper crafting!
I am always looking for creative gift ideas! There is no shortage of books at our house, but I am always looking for something that can get my daughter away from the screen. If you know of anyone who enjoys paper crafts and getting creative, The Kids' Book of Paper Love will provide hours of unplugged fun!
This post is sponsored by Disney Book Group. As always, I only share things that I use myself and truly recommend! #TyrantsTomb
After completing the Percy Jackson Challenge this last spring, my daughter has become even more obsessed with Greek mythology. She has just started reading The Trials of Apollo series from Rick Riordan, and is loving it! There are four books in the series, with the newest one being The Tyrant's Tomb! To celebrate this new series, we decided to make our own Trials of Apollo Bottlecap Elastic Bookmark.
We've made it our goal to read through Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and the Olympians series this summer. We've been tracking our progress using our Percy Jackson bookmarks and just started the fifth and final book in the series, The Last Olympian. It's a little bittersweet finishing the series, but it was wonderful to spend some quality time together reading good books filled with entertaining Greek mythology adventures. To celebrate completing our goal, I designed this "Demigod in Training" shirt with a FREE cut file to share with all of you!
This post is sponsored by the Disney Book Group. As always, I only share things that I use myself and truly recommend! #PercyJacksonandtheOlympians
This summer, our goal this summer is to read through the entire Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. We've been using our Percy Jackson bookmarks and are just starting on the third book, The Titan's Curse. While reading, we were inspired to make a Percy Jackson-inspired Camp Half-Blood Necklace. It's such a fun book-inspired project and we're sharing the tutorial (and free printable templates) so you can make one for yourself!
This post is sponsored by the Disney Book Group. As always, I only share things that I use myself and truly recommend! #PercyJacksonandtheOlympians
My daughter and I love to spend time together reading books. We try to make time to read at least one chapter a day, and before we know it, we're finished with the entire series! Our goal this summer is to read through the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. To remind us to take this challenge one chapter at a time, I've designed some Percy Jackson Reading Challenge Bookmarks to pair with the books to see our progress as we work through the series!
Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday on March 2nd with this Free Printable Dr. Seuss Bingo!
Dr. Seuss books were my favorites to read with my mom growing up, and reading them over and over again with my own daughter is even better. For my fellow Dr. Seuss fans, I've created this Free Printable Dr. Seuss Bingo game as a fun way to celebrate those beloved Dr. Seuss characters!
Set the scene with LEGO Harry Potter sets & enjoy this magical Free Printable Harry Potter Activity Pack!
To all my fellow Harry Potter fans (young and old), I've got a fun post for you today! When we received this new LEGO Harry Potter set, I felt that same surge of excitement as I felt when I purchased my first Harry Potter book. Putting this LEGO Harry Potter set together inspired me to create a Free Printable Harry Potter Activity Pack to share with all of you!
Create your own Harry Potter character peg dolls to play with, collect, or give as gifts!
These Harry Potter Peg Dolls have been on my to-do list for years, and since this is the 5th Annual Happy Harry Potter series, it gave me the perfect opportunity to finally make them! Making peg dolls are a lot of fun and is totally relaxing for me. I have made quite a few peg doll sets for my daughter over the years, and she still loves playing with them all. When I told her that this time, we were going to make her favorite Harry Potter characters, she couldn't have been more thrilled! I even threw in a special surprise for her in this set...
Print out these Free Printable Fantastic Beasts Bookmarks to save your spot in your favorite books!
To all my fellow Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter fans, this one is for you! I absolutely love everything that has to do with the world of Harry Potter, and am especially loving Fantastic Beasts lately. I have really enjoyed using my Harry Potter bookmarks and I was inspired to create these Fantastic Beasts character bookmarks that I think you'll love, too!
We have watched Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them multiple times, and can't wait for Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald in November!
Download and print the bookmarks on cardstock. Use a paper trimmer or scissors and cut out the bookmarks. Laminate the bookmarks if you want them to last longer.
Lucky for me, my daughter is a Potterhead just like her mama. She helped me throughout the design process of these bookmarks to make sure they turned out right. There are four characters included in this printable set. Just in case you are *gasp* new to Fantastic Beasts, they are: Newt Scamander, Jacob Kowalski, Porpentina "Tina" Goldstein, and Queenie Goldstein.
We love how these bookmarks turned out and they are a fun and magical way to encourage reading!
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