Generally speaking I hate when words are shortened and abbreviated. In fact it actually annoys the heck out of me but that might be because my husband and daughter LOVE to use code words, abbreviations and sign language to communicate.… Read More...
Make Lemon Beeswax Candles With Actual Lemons
Baking is a delightful activity that is loved by many, especially during the holiday season. However, after spending hours in the kitchen, you might find yourself with a surplus of lemon skins. If you’re looking for a creative and eco-friendly … Read More...
Excuse Me: Your Bobby Pins Are Showing
Who would have thought seeing your (cough cough) Bobby pins would be so cool. I love the idea of using simple and might I add inexpensive bobby pins to create hair art.
The Arrow head design … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Maxi Skirt
We don’t tend to post a lot of clothing patterns but I couldn’t miss this one. The free pattern is for a long skirt that can be layered for winter or free flowing for summer.
Perfect for the Bohemian gypsy … Read More...
Soap Making – Coffee And Vanilla
You are forgiven for thinking this is the Edible Crafts blog, this Coffee and Vanilla Latte soap looks like a scrumptious afternoon tea slice. The recipe uses Melt and pour soaps which makes it suitable for beginners too.
The full … Read More...
Is this Multi Crochet and Knitting Tool Too Good To Be True?
It’s the Swiss army knife for crafters. Is this tool real? YES!! You can pick them up from Boye Knitting & Crochet or Walmart. With a recommended retail price of around $8 this knitting and crochet tool might be the … Read More...
Free Digital Embroidery Sewing Letters
Julia’s Needle Designs is sharing her Sewing themed letters. Perfect for craft bags and carry all totes. These letters are released in random order.
Cookie Cutter Candles By Martha Stewart
The best thing about Martha Stewart’s crafts is the photography. These simple cookie cutter candles look AMAZING.
This what I imagine to be staged dinner setting. The bowls are elegant, the tablescape simple and thought out. Cookie Cutter Candles.
Do This To Your Flip Flops To Look Fashionable
Little girls always look cute in flowers. These summer flip flops have been up-cycled or revamped with a little bit of hooking.
Crochet hooking that is.
Check out the full tutorial here.
Transformation Shawl – 1 Shawl Many Styles
This amazing multi functional shawl is the perfect addition to a travelling wardrobe. The shawl can be worn in different ways to change up your look and style. This particular Pattern is not free but can be purchased here for … Read More...
Minions – Love them or Hate them?
Are you over the Minions yet? Personally I dislike these yellow beings – they make annoying sounds. But if you love these things then here are some great patterns. First we have the adorable slippers. Yes even I like … Read More...
DIY Faux Bois Candles
This faux Bois (Fake wood grain) candle is created with paint and the new Mod Podge Rocks Peel n’ Stick Stencil line.
I am not sure I am liking the teal but this would be great in neutrals for a … Read More...
Free Frozen Cross Stitch Patterns
Frozen is going to be one of those movies that never dies off. These cross-stitch embroidery patterns are sure to be a big hit with girls and boys. All the Frozen Disney Charts below are available for free.
Frozen
is … Read More...
Knocked Up Nails Giveaway
Knocked up nails
is a brand of nail polish that is Safe for Pregnant AKA “Knocked up” moms. This pregnancy-safe nail polish formula does not contain toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, dibutyl phthalate or camphor. Knocked Up Nails is also safe … Read More...
How to Organize Your Yarn Scraps
Some of us are better at organizing than others.
Some of us are type 1: Shove everything into a box and sort as needed and some of us are type 2. Color coded, zip locked and labelled. Finally, there is … Read More...
Crochet Net Tunic Pattern
I thought this month I would try and seek out a few new fashion patterns for our readers. I fell in love with this off the shoulder open weave tunic.
It’s perfect for the Fall and adds great dimension to … Read More...
Is Anyone A Harry Potter Fan? Harry Potter Cross Stitch
Are you a Harry Potter Fan? As some of you may know my kids certainly are.
Here are some more Harry Potter cross-stitch patterns for you to try.
We had a massive Harry Potter Themed party last year. You can … Read More...
Essential Oils And Fragrant Oils – Why you need to know the difference
Fragrant oil (FO) and Essential oil (EO) are two types of oils that can be used to add scents to candles, body products, and other items. However, there are some key differences between the two.
Essential oils are extracted from … Read More...
Broomstick Stitch – Crocheting With Popsicle Sticks
This tutorial is for crocheting with a popsicle stick to create a Broomstick Stitch.
It looks rather fiddly so maybe that is why only a bracelet style cuff was made. Have you tried this technique?
Source: FabArtDIY
Need Crochet supplies … Read More...
Save $$ and Make Your Own DIY Yarn Bowl
This yarn bowl is easy to make with polymer clay and will save you lot’s of money. These DIY yarn bowls make perfect handmade gifts for other knitters or crocheters too.
You can mix and match you clay to suit … Read More...