Amy of Ovenfried Beads has made a tutorial for her famous Stacker Beads. And it’s free! How’s that for generous? Here are her exact words –
” Hey folks…….
Ok I just can’t keep it to myself any longer. In … Read More...
Vinyl Record Headband
You’ve likely seen old vinyl LPs upcycled into fashionable cuffs and contemporary bowls. Now make a matching headband using the same melting-and-molding techniques. Head on over to Craftbits for an easy step-by-step tutorial.
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There comes a time……
Hi Everyone:
When you are in a rush and need to create a quick card.. quick doesn’t have to be boring….
I created this card in less than 5 mtes, by stamping the sentiments and punching the butterflies..
There are … Read More...
Challenge, Challenges are abound!
Hi Everyone:
If you are like me sometimes mojo is gone and not to be seen for weeks. If that happens to you, have no fear!There are tons of challenges going on various blogs and mfg websites to jump start … Read More...
Make a Leather Watchband for Fathers Day
Watches do fall under the catagory of jewelry for both men and women- so suprise your dad or the Dad in your life with some custom, one of a kind, hand crafted leather watchbands. Its easy, as our friends over … Read More...
Dr Who ? Dr Unfair that’s who
Dr who knitting fans have been in an uproar over their favorite Dr Who patterns being terminated off the internet. You could go see the (alleged) offending site but the patterns have now been removed.
it is not the first … Read More...
Knitting Soap Mold
Anne Marie from The Soap Blog wrote about these fun knitting soaps made using the flexible soap mold from brambleberry.com
They would make great gifts for knitters and the mold could even be used for a beautiful handmade lotion bar… Read More...
Dr Who Fans Unite
I am not really a big fan of Dr who and watch it without too much interest or care but was confused when he kept talking about Jelly Babies, well now I am confused no more for those of you … Read More...
Basic Ball – Knitting Pattern
The design is easy to follow and only requires basic knitting skills, making it a great project for those just starting out with knitting or for children. The wool type yarn used in the pattern gives it a soft and … Read More...
Crazy Quilters Bling
Are you a crazy quilter who often gets asked to make things for family and friends? but find it hard to say no or to explain just how much detail, time and effort goes into each piece. Then this might … Read More...
Mini Tin Purse
Another project to add to the altered Altoids tin category: an adorable mini purse. Jennifer Camacho created this well-done project, found on Craftbits, with card stock, stamps and ribbons. The finished craft would make a great (reusable) gift box, … Read More...
Valentine Crochet Heart Earrings
From our friends over at Craft Bits, comes these ADORABLE tiny crocheted heart earrings tutorial!!! Aren’t they just the sweetest! You could do a few of them and connect them for a necklace or bracelet too. I think they’d … Read More...
Bead for Life – Eradicating Poverty One Bead at a Time
Imagine if the jewelry you wore on Valentine’s day could actually help African women working their way out of extreme poverty? Well you don’t have to imagine it – Nonprofit BeadforLife offers it. They have Valentines Day-colored bracelets, necklaces, … Read More...
Valentine Fortune Cookie Pin Tutorial
This super simple, but super cute fortune cookie pin tutorial comes to us from Making Friends.com. They use craft foam, but I think you could also use felt as well. You could play cupid and make a ton of … Read More...
One Ball Chemo Hat
If you are a charity knitter than this One ball chemo hat is perfect for you.
It makes up fast and looks great, which means it is the perfect pattern for mass production.
You have no excuse now so get … Read More...
Knitted Cozy’s
I have seen cozy’s for just about everything from coffee cup cozy’s to mobile phone cozy’s and even a cozy for your toaster but I haven’t seen a cozy for your candle holder.
I am not sure why the … Read More...
Knitted Dust Bunny
I have a few of these Dust Bunny’s around my house at the moment and thought how cute this little knitting project was.
You could stuff these with secented petals or use a fragrant oil for a fun, house warming … Read More...
Bling Bling Plastic Bangle!
Our friends over at Craft Bits have an adorable tutorial for a Bling Bling Plastic Bangle that would be a GREAT party project for a young girls birthday or slumber party!
With store-bought bangles (or from thrift store scores) some … Read More...
Photo Glass Beads
Looking for handmade and meaningful stocking stuffers? This new project from Craftbits.com may be your answer. Just glue flat clear glass marbles to photo index cards and cardboard, chipboard or heavy paper for a pocket-sized keepsake. The finished beads can … Read More...
Knitted Christmas Tree Beanie
Do you love sitting under the christmas tree on christmas morning? Then this Christmas tree beanie pattern is just for you, Capture the moment by sitting under the tree as it sit’s on your head.
Great Project for office friends … Read More...