Crafts, DIY and Handmade Ideas
Well, this certainly isn’t the sexiest crochet pattern but it sure is practical. If you haven’t used crocheted dishcloths for doing your dishes, you’re missing out. They’re fabulous for scrubbing dirty dishes and many people I know swear by them. … Read More...
Melissa Phillips has a great way to get more from your dies. She used larger background dies as stencils for some pretty inked patterns on her cards.
She’s sharing a tutorial video on this great tip to stretch your die … Read More...
When my daughter was in first grade, her class made their own dictionaries as they learned sight words. I guess a spelling dictionary is a more accurate term, because they didn’t include definitions, just the words so they could easily … Read More...
Have an empty wine bottle? Love a good Boho decor? If you’re looking to repurpose your wine bottles, then this is the right project for you. If you have clear wine bottles, then learn the trick on how to make … Read More...
You can sew a pillowcase in 15 minutes or less. Cat from Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial showing how to do it. You’ll need just a yard of cotton fabric to make a standard pillowcase. (For larger or fluffier … Read More...
Twisted stitches in knitting are usually a mistake caused by putting the needle into the stitch the wrong way (or dropping stitches off the needle and putting them back on twisted).
But sometimes we do actually want a twist in … Read More...
This DIY seating plan is very rustic but with the right themed wedding, it will look right at home. You can see the full tutorial as well as more photos over at Northcountrynest.… Read More...
Long lashes are something we all dream of but applying lengthening products is not only expensive and time-consuming but can be irritating to your eyes. Check out these 4 solutions.
Silk Amino Acids
Vitamin E
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I’m back with one last look at some of the brand new products from the Stampin’ Up 2018-2019 catalog! Click here if you missed part 1 and here if you missed part 2.
Inside the catalog you’ll find … Read More...
If your kids are helping in the kitchen, then a kid apron just for them will help keep their clothes clean in all the mess. Learn to make a kid’s apron with just ONE fat quarter of fabric! Heather from … Read More...
Get some ideas for your August planner pages with this bullet journal from Maria Delgato. She used products from Simple Story and has more inspiration over on their blog.
-Heather… Read More...
Several of the designers at Papertrey Ink are sharing their journals made with the new Travelers Journal kit. With kraft cardstock covers and white linen cardstock inserts you can add however many pages you’d like to make a 5″ x … Read More...
I think people love tips articles and its summer, kids want to do crafts! Here is a great article on ten tips for teaching kids how to embroider. See the full article here.… Read More...
Do you need some quick and simple decorations for your 4th of July party? Then learn how to turn some candy rock sticks and scraps of paper into the perfect flag decorations for your 4th of July cupcakes!
In this … Read More...
Oh I love these plant hangers and I am in luck as I use the product that they are made out of. The packaging sure doesn’t look like much in its original state but with 1 cut it turns into … Read More...
Sew your fabric scraps into a cute case to hold your sunglasses! Courtney from Sweeter Than Cupcakes shares a tutorial showing how to make these quilt-as-you-go sunglasses cases. The quilting adds shaping and also helps protect the lenses of your … Read More...
Transform a simple wooden disc into a stunning piece of custom jewelry with your stamping supplies. Dina Kowal will show you how to paint, stamp and heat emboss on wood to make your own pretty pendants. Visit the Splitcoast Stampers … Read More...
I love the large trendy chevron made up of a rainbow of different patterned papers on this scrapbook page from Zsoko Marko. And the stitched hearts turned into a big bouquet of balloons is such a fun idea too.
These secret pocket hangers, with their secret zippered pocket, hiding away secret treasures, are the perfect gift for you and the travellers in your life. Libby from Libby’s Lifestyle shows how to make them! It’s an easy project, great for … Read More...
Brioche stitch is one of those knitting techniques that looks hard — and does have a bit of a learning curve to it — but once you get the hang of it, it’s really easy.
It really only takes one … Read More...
