Lily and Ellie: Top DIY Picks

Wishing everyone a happy Easter, and stay tuned for a new DIY fun series of blog posts called Around the World DIYs, where I'll pick a different place for each post and gather DIYs themed to that place!

-The Human ❤

Valentines Day DIYs

♥Valentine's Day DIYs♥

💖Valentines💖

💖 Baby Yoda Valentines & Mailbox by Totally Rudy

💛 LOL Surprise and Jojo Siwa Valentines by Totally Rudy

💚 Valentine's Day Cards by Totally Rudy

💖Candy, Chocolate, Cookies💖

💖 DIY Chocolate Fountain by Totally Rudy

💛 DIY Valentine's Day Candy by Totally Rudy

💚 DIY Sweethearts Candy by Totally Rudy

💙 DIY Valentine's Day Treats by SewCraftyAG

💜 Valentine's Day Treats by ag4liife

💗 Valentine's Chocolate Box + Flower Bouquet by AGChloeAndZoe

💝 Mini Box of Chocolates by American Girl

💖Decorations💖

💖 Valentine's Day Rose Wreath by American Girl

💛 Valentine's Day Decor by SewCraftyAG

💚 DIY Sweethearts Garland by Totally Rudy

Dollidays Countdown Day 11: Festive Feast

DIY Foods For a Festive Feast

Here's some DIYs themed to what your dolls would "eat" for their Christmas dinner.

DIY Thanksgiving Foods by American Girl (The tutorials for mashed potatoes, green beans (could get creative with them to make green bean casserole), and ham are perfect for Christmas.)

DIY Thanksgiving Foods by Totally Rudy (There's another way to make green beans here.)

DIY Thanksgiving Foods by Always Dolls (Yup, another way to make green beans, but also another mashed potatoes tutorial.)

DIY Xmas Ham by Always Dolls (Another tutorial for ham)

I know it's a short list, but it's got some of the most important parts of a Christmas feast:

1. A Christmas Ham

2. Potatoes

3. Green Beans (Which usually, in my experiences, end up being green bean casserole)

More ideas of my own:

1. Make a fruitcake with brown clay and beads for the fruit.

2. Take a little plastic doll sized "glass" and use a common doll sized drink tutorial (a cottonball + caulk) and use a light yellow paint to make eggnog

Dollidays Countdown Day 10: DIY Gift Guide #5

DIY Gifts Guide #5

Theme: Movies, TV, Books

Here's a ton of DIYs themed to Movies, TV, or Books, and so much more. From Harry Potter to Hello Kitty, there's something here for every doll who's crazy for something.

Harry Potter Themed DIYs

Sorting Hat by Totally Rudy

Book of Spells by Totally Rudy

Monster Book of Monsters by Totally Rudy

The Care of Magical Creatures Book by Totally Rudy

"Flying" Brooms by Totally Rudy

Quidditch Playset by Totally Rudy

Wands by Totally Rudy

Star Wars Themed DIYs

Baby Yoda Valentines & Box by Totally Rudy

Rey Costume by Totally Rudy

DIY BB-8 by Totally Rudy

DIY Lightsaber by Totally Rudy

Disney Themed

Mickey Ears Headband & Hat by Totally Rudy

Hello Kitty Themed

Hello Kitty Cafe by Totally Rudy

Trolls & Minions Themed

Trolls Headband by Totally Rudy

Minions Coloring Book by Totally Rudy

Video Games/Computer Games/Apps Themed

Pokemon Go Playset

Minecraft Swords

Bonus: Toothsome's Chocolate Emporium Doll Sized DIYs by Brandy's Happy Home.

Candy Floss Machine

Milkshakes & Sundaes

Chocolates, Cookies, Macaroons and Cupcakes

Counters

Steampunk Industrial Shelving

Steampunk Backdrop

Dollidays Countdown Day 8: DIY Gift Guide #4

DIY Gifts Guide #4

Theme: Trendy

Whether it's a new water bottle or something Joss Kendrick inspired, here's some DIY Trendy Gifts.

Joss Kendrick GOTY 2020 Inspired

1. Easy to Make Pillows by Totally Rudy

2. Jewelry/Accessorirs Holder & Calendar by Totally Rudy

3. DIY Surfboard by Totally Rudy

4. DIY Surf Bus by Always Dolls

5. Surf Bus Accessories #1 by Always Dolls (Takeout Box, Cooler, Parfait, Coconut Water, Pillows, Photos, Magazine)

6. Surf Bus Accessories #2 by Always Dolls (Surfboard, Blanket, Fried Egg, Spatula & Plate,)

7. Surf Bus Accessories #3 by Always Dolls (Sub Sandwich, Raspberries, Palm Tree Pillow, First Aid Bag and Ice Pack.)

8. Beach Grill and Tamales by Always Dolls

9. Nfinity Backpack by Always Dolls

VSCO Girl Inspired

1. Shell Necklace by Totally Rudy

2. Vans Slip-On Shoes by Totally Rudy

3.Burt's Bees Lip Balm by Totally Rudy

4. Hydro Flask Water Bottle by Totally Rudy

5. Colorful Scrunchies by Totally Rudy

Other Fun Room Decor & More

1. Cactus Jewelry Holder by Totally Rudy

2. Felt Flowers & Succulents by Totally Rudy

3. Panda Chair and Shoes by Totally Rudy

4. Marquee Letters by Totally Rudy

5. PomPom Rug by Totally Rudy

6. Braided Rug by Totally Rudy

7. DIY Instax Mini Camera by Always Dolls

8. Trendy AG Diys by ag4liife (Doc Martens, No Sew Wrap Headband, Painted Records, Lip Balm

9. Trendy AG Clothes by ag4liife (Bandana Top, Leopard Skirt, Striped Top, Scrunchie,

Dollidays Countdown Day 7: Christmas Cookies

DIY Christmas Cookies & Treats

Here's some DIYs themed to making Christmas cookies, Gingerbread houses, and more sweet treats!

1. DIY Danish Butter Cookies by Totally Rudy

2. DIY Candy Filled Candy Canes by Totally Rudy

3. DIY Candy Canes by Totally Rudy

4. DIY Gingerbread House by Totally Rudy

5. DIY Peppermint Bark by Totally Rudy

6. DIY Candy Sleigh by Totally Rudy

7. DIY Gingerbread Baking Set by Always Dolls

8. DIY Christmas Cookies by 9CatLives

9. DIY Baking Set by Totally Rudy

Dollidays Countdown Day 6: DIY Gift Guide #3

DIY Gifts Guide #3

Theme: Sporty and Outdoorsy

These are DIY gifts themed to sports and outdoor fun.

1. Surfboard by Totally Rudy

2. Picnic Blanket by Totally Rudy

3. Cabana by Totally Rudy

4. Tennis Court by Totally Rudy

5. Water Bottle by Totally Rudy or DIY Doll Hydro Flask by Totally Rudy

6. Flashlight by Totally Rudy

7. I Spot a Birdie Set by Totally Rudy

8. Gymnastics Mat & Gymnastics Incline Mat by Totally Rudy

9. Gardening Bench & Flower Pots & Garden Shears & Harvest Vegetables & Seed Packets by Always Dolls

Dollidays Countdown Day 6: Christmas Decor

Christmas Decorations

Here's a list of some amazing DIY Christmas Decor DIYs perfect to make any dollhouse or doll room merry and bright!

Stockings

1. DIY Christmas Stockings by Totally Rudy

Wreaths

1. DIY Christmas Wreath #1 by Totally Rudy

2. DIY Christmas Wreath #2 by Totally Rudy

Christmas Tree & Ornaments

1. DIY Christmas Tree by Totally Rudy

Other Things

1. DIY Fireplace by Totally Rudy

2. Advent Calendar by Totally Rudy

3. DIY How the Grinch Stole Christmas Book by Totally Rudy

4. DIY Elf on the Shelf by Totally Rudy

5. DIY Julie's Christmas Fireplace by Always Dolls

6. DIY 12 Days of Christmas Cheer Advent Calendar by Always Dolls

7. DIY Christmas Decor by ag4liife (Countdown, Christmas Card Garland, Pillow, Ornament Wreath)

8. DIY Christmas Decor by SewCraftyAG (PomPom Garland, Presents, Christmas Cookies, Stockings)

9. DIY Christmas Decor by SewCraftyAG (Glitter Ornaments, Star Garland, Word Wall Art, Presents)

Dollidays Countdown Day 5: Gift Guide #2

DIY Gifts Guide #2

Theme: Animal Lover

Here's a list of DIY gift ideas not just for a special doll but also for their furry friends!

For the Doll...

1. French Bulldog Purse by Totally Rudy

...For the Furry Friends!

1. Pet Bed by Totally Rudy

2. Cat Litter Box by Totally Rudy

3. Hamster Cage by Totally Rudy

4. Cat Food & Treats by Totally Rudy

5. Dog Food & Treats by Totally Rudy

6. Cat Tower by Totally Rudy

7. Horse Food & Treats by Totally Rudy

8. DIY AG Pet Boutique and Pet Boutique Acessories by Always Dolls

9. Dog Supplies by berri kitty

10. Cat Accessories by berri kitty

Dollidays Countdown Day 3: Gift Guide #1

DIY Gifts Guide #1

Theme: Beauty & Fashion

Here's a list of DIY gift ideas for the special doll who enjoys beauty and fashion. Whether it's DIY makeup or fabulous fashion or accessories, there's something here for your doll for sure!

Beauty

1. Sephora Makeup by Totally Rudy. Everything from nail polish to an eyeshadow palette!

2. Eyeshadow Palette by Totally Rudy. Another way to make an eyeshadow palette.

3.Makeup/Cosmetic Bag by Totally Rudy. DIY a fun bag to store your doll's makeup.

4. Makeup Beauty Box by Totally Rudy. Another makeup "palette" option.

5. Lipstick & Lip Balm by Totally Rudy.

6. eos Lip Balm by Totally Rudy.

7. Soap Bars by Always Dolls.

Fashion (Clothes & Accessories)

1. Backpack/Bookbag by Totally Rudy (with a no-sew option!)

2. Earring Tree by Totally Rudy. Have a lot of doll earrings, but no earring tree? Here's one that's really simple to make. (We made the star one for Ellie's earrings!)

3. Hairbow/Hair Accessory by Totally Rudy.

4. NFinity Backpack by Always Dolls

5. AG Accessories Organizer by American Girl.

6. Sun Hat by American Girl.

7. Doll Dress by American Girl. (Great way to reuse old socks!)

8. Drawstring Backpack by American Girl.

9. Tie-Dye Tote Bag by American Girl

10. Rain Boots by American Girl.

11. Flower Crown by American Girl.

12. Flower Hat by American Girl

13. Hat Box by American Girl. The perfect place to store a fancy hat.

14. Showtime Fringe Skirt + Barrette by American Girl.

15. Glamour Gown by American Girl.

Dollidays Countdown Day 2: Fun Wintertime DIYs

Wintertime DIYs

Brr! It's cold outside! Here's some fun wintertime themed DIY, including clothes, accessories, and a beautiful winter chalet and two different versions of a DIY Hot Cocoa Stand!

1. Winter Hat by Totally Rudy

2. AG Hot Cocoa Stand by Totally Rudy

3.OG Hot Cocoa Stand by Always Dolls

4. OG Hot Cocoa Stand Accessories Always Dolls

5. Winter Chalet by Totally Rudy

6. Sweater For Your Doll's Pets by American Girl

7. Pom Pom Winter Hat by American Girl

8. Washi Tape Doll Gift Boxes by American Girl

9. Winter Doll DIYs by foreveranddollways (scarf, boot cuffs, wrap headband)

10. Cozy Sweaters by dolly_d3lights

11. Holiday DIYs by foreveranddollways (No sew cardigan, scarf, & more)

12. UGG Boots by PerkyTomato & ladybugag06

Now your dolls can have an awesome winter!

-The Human❤

Our thoughts on Disney's Zombies 2

Disney's Zombies 2 movie premiered on Disney Channel on February 14th. The Human has watched it twice and I will admit I love the lessons learned from watching the movies. If you haven't seen them yet, stop reading and go watch them, however, if you're okay with spoilers or have seen it, continue reading.

Spoilers Below!

Let's first talk about the lessons learned, which I believe in today's world we needed a movie like this.

First of all, in the first movie, we learn that you should never hide your true self behind anything, in this case, a wig.

Addison hides her hair under a wig. Why? Because she has white hair. We're slowly learning through the movies why this is, however.

Secondly, that everyone should be treated equally, which is in both the first and second movie.

First, the humans think zombies are what zombies usually are considered - brain eating creatures. However, in this case, they're no different than humans, long as their Z-bands don't break or malfunction.

In the second movie, it's about the werewolves. They're not evil creatures, they're just mad the humans stole something from them that could actually cause werewolves to no longer exist.

Basically, the humans stole a large moonstone from the werewolves to power the new factory, however it's really the power to the moonstone necklaces the wolves wear, which if they lose their power entirely, they'll die. So of course the werewolves would dislike humans. Plus the zombies since they are a result of a lime soda accident in the said factory.

Alright, now comes my theory about what happens next, and my proof behind it.

Proof:

The werewolves use they're necklaces to mess with technology to do things, but Wyatt only used it for around 2-3 seconds to keep the bookstore alarm from going off.

However, when the necklace gets stuck to Zed's Z-band, it's obviously longer than 2-3 seconds. So clearly it will have lost a lot of power.

This means that by the time Addison got the necklace back and put it on, it was out of power, or had a little but not enough.

Also, Zed never told Addison or the Werewolves that it messed with the Z-Band, so none of them would know it was out of power, and therefore probably didn't charge it when they found the moonstone.

The Names -

Zombies - Zedd, EliZa, BonZo, Zoey

Werewolves - Wyatt, Willa, Wynter

Addison = Alpha

The meteor falling at the end is clearly another moonstone.

1. It glows blue

2. It messed with technology

Now why Addison's hair glowed is hard to say. Maybe she gained power when the moonstone fell, maybe it was just the lighting from the moonstone meteor's glow.

I believe that somehow in Z3 we will learn that Addison IS the Alpha!

Do you agree or disagree?

Also, who are your favorite characters? I like Wyatt, Wynter and Addison.

Also for you Zombies fans, check out these awesome printables and room ideas American Girl Ideas made for the first movie!

Addison - https://www.americangirlideas.com/doll-bedroom-disney-zombies-addison/

Zed - https://www.americangirlideas.com/doll-bedroom-zed-disney-zombies/

3 National Days in One Day Part One.

**Edit: For some reason this did not post at the scheduled time I told it to, so this is kind of late, but here it is anyway!**

Today (February 27th) is actually 3 different national days - National Polar Bear Day, National Retro Day, and National Strawberry Day! Because of this I'm splitting this into 3 individual posts. Part One is Retro theme, Part Two will be Strawberry, and Part Three Polar Bear.

Part One: Retro Day

Retro means imitative of a style, fashion, or design of the past. The
In honor of Retro Day, let's look at some fun DIYs inspired by the past!

*Note to whoever's reading this, anything that is italicized will have a meaning located below in the Retro Day Retro Language Section!*

1930's - Kit's Reporter Set
Let's shake a leg* and get the low down* on this DIY from the 1930's, when Kit Kittredge was from.

American Girl Ideas created a cool and simple to make version of Kit's Reporter set. Find it Here

1950's - MaryEllen Diner
American Girl Ideas recently created some fun printables and DIYs for a Diner that's from the 50's! You'll have a blast* creating a totally boss* diner for cool cats*, so let's get on cloud nine* or totally flip* for this DIY round-up!

Diner Printable Roundup - Full credit to American Girl Ideas!
Part One, Paper Hats and Guest Checks Here
Part Two, Diner Menus Here
Part Three, Paper Food Trays and French Fries Here
Part Four: Diner Booths Here
Part Five: Diner Table Here
An Old Fashioned Soda Machine Here

There's also a 50's Living Room Set inspired by Maryellen found Here

Another thing popular in the 50's was Drive-Ins. These are places where you watch a movie on a big screen but never have to leave your car! Brandy at Brandy's Happy Home made some DIYs to make a Doll-Sized Drive-In!
Part One: Theater Speakers Here
Part Two: Movie Marquee, Screen & Concessions Here
Part Three: Movie Projector Here

Uncategorized Retro Stuff
American Girl Ideas designed an old fashioned television you can find Here
This Coffee Pot also from American Girl Ideas might go well with the Diner! Find it Here

Retro Language
1930's
Shake a leg - hurry up
Low Down - all the information
1950's
Blast - A Great Time
Boss - Great
Cat - A Cool Person
Cloud Nine - be really happy
Flip - be excited

Looking for more fun retro themed stuff? Our Generation has small sets themed to the eras, as well as outfits and larger sets. Brandy's Happy Home reviewed some of it here including a old video camera, a typewriter and a dominoes set!

Next up will be a day as sweet as a strawberry! :)

Day 1: DIY Dolliday Decor!

DIY Dolliday Decor... Say that ten times fast! It's officially the first day of our Countdown to the Dollidays! Here's some fun DIYs to get ready for it!

Decorations
Fireplace by American Girl Ideas - Because you need somewhere to hang the stockings! Speaking of...
Stockings by American Girl Ideas
Stockings by American Girl Fan
Stockings by Liberty Jane

And you can't have Christmas without a Christmas tree! 🎄
DIY Christmas Tree by American Girl Ideas

Another important thing is an Advent Calendar, a Countdown to Christmas!
Advent Calendar by American Girl Ideas
Advent Calendar by Doll Mag

What about a wreath for the door, or above the fireplace?
Wreath by American Girl Ideas
Wreath 2 by American Girl Ideas

Elf on the Shelf is a big tradition nowadays...
Elf on the Shelf by American Girl Ideas

...And lots more dolliday DIYs!
Packages & Letters by American Girl Ideas to go in the mail!
Hot Cocoa Stand by American Girl Ideas
Winter Fun Kit by Doll Mag
Letter to Santa by Brandy's Happy Home
Christmas Decor by SewCraftyAG
Christmas Decor 2 by SewCraftyAG
Christmas Decor by AGblacksparkles
Christmas Decor by ag4life
Christmas Decor by Bé Chic Forever
Pipe Cleaner / Chenille Stem Garland by American Girl Fan
Reindeer Ornaments by American Girl Fan
Festive Christmas Rug by American Girl Fan
Snowglobe by Liberty Jane

Food
Candy Canes by American Girl Ideas
Candy Canes by American Girl Fan
Gingerbread House by Liberty Jane
Gingerbread House By American Girl Ideas
Gingerbread House by American Girl Fan
Gingerbread Cookies by American Girl Fan
Peppermint Bark by American Girl Ideas
Candy Sleighs by American Girl Ideas
Danish Butter Cookies by Brandy's Happy Home
Gift Bags by American Girl Fan

Present Ideas!
Candy Filled Candy Canes by American Girl Ideas - A great stocking stuffer! Also a great way to reduce - reuse - recycle by using foil candy wrappers! 😊

For the Athletic and Sporty...
FitBit by American Girl Ideas
Surfboard & Boogie Board By American Girl Ideas

For the Wake up and Makeup Girls...
Makeup Eyeshadow Palettes by American Girl Ideas
Lipstick & Lip Balm By American Girl Ideas
eos Lip balm by American Girl Ideas
Makeup by American Girl Ideas

For the Bookworms...
How the Grinch Stole Christmas book by American Girl Ideas

For the Artists...
Cricut Machine by American Girl Ideas
Minions Coloring Book by American Girl Ideas

For the Musicians...
Beats Headphones by American Girl Ideas

For the Gamers...
PS4 & Video Games By American Girl Ideas
Xbox One By American Girl Ideas
Minecraft Swords By American Girl Ideas
VR Goggles by Brandy's Happy Home

...or Board Gamers!
UNO Card Game by American Girl Ideas
Twister Game by American Girl Ideas
SORRY Game by American Girl Ideas
Monopoly Game by American Girl Ideas
Scrabble Game By American Girl Ideas

For Movie or Disney Fans
BB-8 by American Girl Ideas
Lightsaber by American Girl Ideas
DVDs by American Girl Ideas - Frozen or Tangled anyone?

Maybe just a toy or something fun?
LOL Surprise Blind Bags by American Girl Ideas
Num Noms Blind Box by American Girl Ideas
Hatchimals by American Girl Ideas
Fidget Cube Or Fidget Spinner by American Girl Ideas
Hoverboard by American Girl Ideas
Emoji Pillows by American Girl Ideas
Puzzles by American Girl Ideas
Clothes and Accessories
VANS slip on shoes by American Girl Ideas
Unicorn Slippers or Unicorn Headband by American Girl Ideas

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