Here’s another project that has multiple elements. The journal cover has a lovely watercolour effect painted in and the tutorial covers how to construct the cover. The design is sweet and clever. You could obviously alter the paint work to … Read More...
Libby Lehman, renowned quilter and teacher, has suffered a health crisis requiring a long recovery. With mounting medical bills, fellow quilters want to help her out. Moda released fabric line, Community, where all proceeds from its purchase goes to Libby. I spied some at … Read More...
During the holidays, we are okay with letting more sweets in the house than normal. But we also try to make sure that there are some healthy alternatives to counter the extra sweets. This is a great snack after school … Read More...
We love the slow cooker and we love tacos. This is the perfect meal during the week. It would also make a great meal for Super Bowl Sunday to go along with all the appetizers. The best thing about this … Read More...
Making cards for guys (adults or boys) can be hard sometimes, so many stamps are flowers and fluffy things 
Here’s a great solution, a robot! Even big guys like robots (I know my geeky husband does), right? Sign up over at … Read More...
Free pattern: Girls gymnastic shorts
Autie from iCandy Handmade shares a free pattern for making a pair of girl’s gymnastic shorts. The short stretchy shorts are made to be worn over a leotard for gymnastic or dance class. They’re not hard … Read More...
Brittany of “the house that Lars built” loves decorating for the holidays; but likes to keep it natural. She used branches and tons of hearts and little birds. As you can see she has it in a pristine white container … Read More...
Fun Fact: Did you know that the first Horrible History books were published over 20 years ago?
Published in 1993 by the Scholastic brand, The Terrible Tudors and The Awful Egyptians, were an instant hit. They described British history (of … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew Mardi Gras mask
The Scrap Shoppe Blog shows how you can make a Mardi Gras mask, with no sewing required. It is impossible to be too over-the-top with Mardi Gras costumes, so go wild with sparkly and shiny … Read More...
Knitting a cowl is a great way to use a small quantity of yarn, and it’s a little more fun than knitting a scarf. Blogger purl3agony recently came up with a cowl pattern that’s great for using a variegated yarn, … Read More...
Are you putting together your shopping list for the big game on Sunday? Here are some healthy recipes from appetizers to desserts that you may want to browse through before you go out. Although, I make exceptions to the healthy … Read More...
We all have stuff that maybe is vintage or not available anymore that it would be fun to have a bunch of to using in projects. Did you you know you could simply head into the kitchen and whip up … Read More...
Not every Super Bowl party has to be super in size. If you’re hosting a get-together to watch the big game with just a few close friends or relatives, you can scale down the quantity but scale up the quality … Read More...
Free project: Vintage 1950s hostess apron
You can make a 1950s style hostess apron out of just 1 yard of fabric. Catherine from Frisky Scissors shares a free vintage project sheet at the Pattern Patter blog for making one. You could … Read More...
If you have a little girl in your home, you have probably heard of the popularity of the 18″ American Girl Dolls. There are so many to choose from that you can have them look almost exactly like your own little … Read More...
I have currently been in the market for finding the perfect craft table, namely a sewing table, and it has not been an easy task. I have searched high and low for something that would work well for me and … Read More...
I’m a little obsessed with knit socks right now. It’s winter, and they are the best thing ever for keeping your feet cozy.
But I also just want to knit a bunch of socks. I have a pair on the … Read More...
This leather and lace bracelet is a true contrast of materials. It also sound’s kinda kinky kinda 50 shades of grey but that could just be me. I think this is a great bracelet and a even better use of … Read More...
Don’t miss out on the perfect excuse to bling bling your nails. These DIY Valentine’s Day Nails are super pretty and very Bling. The full tutorial as well as a list of supplies can be found here. Valentine’s Day Nail … Read More...
Whether you just need a little project to finish in between a big WIP or you need a quick handmade gift. This round-up of 17 quick crochet projects is a great collection created by Daisy Cottage Designs. The coasters … Read More...