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May
21
Jenni from Vintage Umbrella shows off this collaged photo canvas that she made for her daughter’s graduation party. Click here to see more.…
May
21
Hollie from The Seven Year Cottage shows you a clever way to make mortar board embellishments for all the upcoming graduation events and projects. Click here to go to the tutorial.…
May
21
Hello Baby by HollyH
May
20
Here’s a fun idea for a kitchen herb garden. You’ve seen the upside down tomato plants, so why not upside down any plants? Head over to Persephone Magazine to get the tutorial for this Hanging Herb Garden.…
May
20
When I was a little girl, slap bracelets were the coolest! I love this idea of using fun patterned duct tape to make an ‘updated’ slap bracelet. This would be great for a fun sleepover or play date craft this summer! Head over to Savvy and Sleek for the tutorial!…
May
20
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Now is the perfect time to gear up for summer activities. My children have been begging me to take a kite to the beach. But this got me thinking, why not use this opportunity as a learning one? This ‘make your own kite’ tutorial is perfect for teaching about 3D shapes and building things! You can find the tutorial over
May
20
I had to share this article which gives great advice and information about how to encourage your children to make an inspiring collage. The article covers aspects such as materials to gather, set-up and prep, creating the actual collage, and aspects that encourage fun and learning. I highly recommend this article! Head on over to HubPages …for the
May
20
Often times I am looking for something that does not involve tv to keep the children occupied while I get something done without interruption. (Did you know the average toddler needs their parent every 6 minutes?) I think this tabletop collage is a great idea to be able to get something done! I love the fact that she introduces things …
May
20
I bet you would never guess what these fun little surfboards are made out of?!? Meat trays!! Can you believe it? You must click over to zakka life to see how they transform meat trays into one of a kind little surfboards!…
May
20
Look at what a “vintage quilt” search on Etsy returned me – this 1900 Log Cabin at The Muse in Me. Though over a hundred years old, I’m struck by how “modern” it feels. Visit the listing to learn more.
Image credit: The Muse in Me
Ed. note: The Muse in Me did not ask for a mention or …
May
20
Kiki from Kiki & Company shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play showing how to make little leather (or faux leather) bows. She used them as accents in her winning entry to the Movie-Inspired challenge at Project Run and Play. The little leather bows became hair accessories, wrist cuffs, and belt embellishments. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from …
May
20
From massage to after the shower, the uses for body oil are endless. Stacy from A Delightful Home shares her recipe for a very basic body oil scented with lavender. This is the perfect solution to winter-dry skin and a good choice after a day at the beach. Get all the details here.…
May
20
While everyone from Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update to National Public Radio has been abuzz about Yankee Candle company’s new Man Candles line, the only thing I can think of is how many handmade candle sellers already have lines and/or candles for men, available online. I myself already own a leather-scented candle by Milton and Margie’s Soy Wax Candles. …
May
20
The Cheekiest Monkey of All used a little spray paint on a vintage ice cream dish to make it into something new – a candle holder! Check out her ideas for making the dish into a vase or ring holder too.…
May
20
Zaaberry shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a simple fabric bookmark with a clear vinyl pocket. This would make a great teacher gift! The clear pocket can hold a gift card or just a sweet message for the recipient. Get the how-to.
[photo from Zaaberry]…
May
20
Madison from Crafty Cratique shows how to add some fun contrast to the inside of the front pockets. Because you’re just adding a layer of fabric on top and not reconstructing the actual pocket, this is a quick and easy project. Get the how-to.
[photo from Crafty Critique]…
May
20
Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial showing how to make a sewing tool caddy and pincushion. The base is a 3×3 wood block, wrapped with a fabric strip to hold tools and topped with a matching pincushion. The compact caddy holds your basic notions without taking up too much of a footprint on your sewing space. Get the tute.…
May
20
Just about any sewing mistake can be fixed with a seam ripper and a redo – except for cutting. Once you cut the fabric, there’s no uncutting. Sew It Love It shares a list of 12 common mistakes sewers make when cutting fabrics. Go to the article and see which, if any, you’re making and read how to correct them.…
May
20
There is a book on the market by: Theresa Gonzalez and Nicole Smith’s titled, Dorm Decor and this pattern and tutorial comes from their book, lucky us. This is the coolest felt rug, no sewing, to decorate your dorm room. This rug would be great for any room that you want to add a little punch to. This tutorial offers …
May
20
Amanda from Cables and Bows and Double Stitching shows how to make her Sweet and Simple Tank for a toddler girl. It’s made from a quilting weight cotton, with contrasting straps and ruffle across the neck. Get the how-to.
[via The Train To Crazy]
[photo from Double Stitching]…
May
20
Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how to make her Perfect Fitted Cap Sleeve Tee. I love it! The shaping of this simple tee really is spot on perfect. And if you wear a size medium she’s even got a pattern for you to use. If you wear a different size, you can always draft your own pattern using the one …
May
20
Simple Simon & Co. shows how to slash and fringe a t-shirt to give it a trendy 80s vibe. Anyone else remember doing this back in middle school? It’s fun to see it a second time around. Get the tutorial to see how and where to make the cuts.
[photo from Simple simon & Co.]…
May
20
Jill from Made It On Monday shows how to create a maternity maxi dress. To keep it from looking like a giant tent, she ruched the sides at the belly to give extra room just where it’s needed. The result is a super stylish dress with a beautiful silhouette. Get the tutorial to see how to do it.
[photo …
May
20
The Lawn Fawn stamps blog has a video tutorial for making this cute woodland critter card, colored with Copic markers. I adore the little purple hedgehog!
-Heather…
May
20
FreezePaint iPhone App (99cents itunes store)
When I was given the opportunity to review this App I was mainly thinking of the kids but so far they haven’t even had a chance to play with it. This app has 3 uses that I can see.
1: Use it for Scrapbooking a collection of images from an event (see japanese dinner pic) to …
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