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Maintaining a healthy diet can be a challenge, especially when it comes to satisfying that sweet tooth. It’s not uncommon to crave sugary treats even when we’re trying to eat healthy. Fortunately, there are many dessert recipes that allow us … Read More...
Update:
We have a tutorial on creating your own epsom salt luminaries on CraftBits:
One of the tips I have learned with Epsom salts is to actually be careful where you spill it, it can absorb water if left … Read More...
SheKnows has a great tutorial on how to make your own soy candles
. This tute was published last year, but only came across my desk now.
It is a great find – detailed and contains a video as well.… Read More...
An old 1916 Kitchen sink – and a desire to make something with it – led to the creation of an outside water fountain.
Although not really a tutorial – this is a fun idea. Now to go scrounging in … Read More...
Jessie of LifeAsAStrawberry shares her final installment on cupcakes by telling us how to decorate cupcakes like a pro.
She has listed 14 ways to do so – starting with the very basics and showing us some advanced recipes … Read More...
A beautiful project – created for a Lowes challenge – this marquee letter looks pretty cool and works wonders for an outdoor space.
Learn to make this at the Tatertots & Jello Project website.
This is probably one of the easiest DIY rope planters idea that I have found. Simple and elegant.
Go get the details of the DIY rope planters here at Elise’s blog.
Nikki from Tikkido has done it again.
She has created these teeny tiny cupcake toppers for another party. And the theme of the party was circus. So a teeny tiny elephant holding a teacup. Fabulous!
Get details of this teeny … Read More...
This vase is made from an old (and empty I presume) Pringles Can. Hard to believe isn’t it.
There is a whole craft movement that creates DIY items using Pringles Cans and this one is a shining example.
Go get … Read More...
Using a stencil, Ashley, converted this table into a work of art. Or something close to it.
Go see her redo here: Paisley stenciled table.
Do you know your vegetables? Do you know which ones are the healthiest? If you’re going to struggle with your kids eating veggies, shouldn’t you try and find the ones that will give you the most benefit?
I think you … Read More...
I used to hate radishes when I was young. So it is nice to see CraftFoxes.com has turned radishes into a vegetable garnish (or) place card holders.
Peppercorn eyes and a paring knife make this an easy craft, suitable for … Read More...
Rachel, from AdventuresOfADIYMom, has made this little framed pin cushion which is recycled from an old frame and scrap fabric.
It’s the perfect addition to any sewing table! And a great use of a frame.
Go get her tute … Read More...
Saw this on Pinterest – and it doesn’t have a link.
But the picture itself should give you the clue as to what needs to be done.
The redo adds a clever touch to a normally boring bathroom wall.
Ok, normally, I don’t link to items that are not DIY.
But these puppies (literally) are uber cute.
And there is no reason, one of you readers could make them at home.
If you do, please let us know – … Read More...
Have you ever wondered why chocolate chip cookies can be chewy, crisp, soft, flat, thick, cakey, greasy, bland, flavorful, moist, or crumbly?
Wonder no more. Tessa from handle the heat has the ultimate guide to making and handling chocolate chip … Read More...
Sometimes, randomly browsing YouTube brings out some great ideas. And it is great not just for the novelty of it, but for the fact that it is practical and so-doable.
Learn to peel the garlic cloves in less than 10 … Read More...
The image says it all. I don’t actually know the origins of this image – but well – I tried it, and it works.
So whoever came up with this idea. Thank You!
It’s easy to create a perpetual calendar with a chipboard shape from the craft store, scrapbook paper, and metal clips. This calendar can last for years!
Get the details on how to make this at the PitterAndGlink blog: DIY Perpetual … Read More...
This one is A+ for the effort. Inspired by Martha Stewart’s Sunflower cupcake, this is a simple recipe that collects lots of small cookies into this giant creation.
Get the rundown on this giant sunflower cookie at the Munckin Munchies … Read More...