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I have been looking everywhere for some dreamcatcher style projects for the Needlework blog. Dreamcatchers are very chic right now so I was very excited to find this tutorial for tatting. The colors would be nicer if they were stronger … Read More...
These toilet paper rolls have been given a new lease on life as they are recycled in to Christmas trees. The tutorial doesn’t have any instructions as such but it is obvious how it is done. See more photo’s here.
These colorful straws were used for creating small cute Christmas trees. A really fast and easy procedure and of course with materials that you already have, so no money to spend!
This Bean stitch tutorial looks like a cross hatched basket weave. This tutorial is easy to follow with step by step photos to guide you along as you learn the new Crochet stitches. Mini Bean Tutorial.
Yes, us sewing ladies (and men) are weird bunch. Confirm this by creating your own tomato pin cushion. What could be more fun than that?
This DIY Magnetic pen holder is a great gift for loved ones for special occasions and Christmas time. You could use recycled leather belts or leather scraps from a craft store to create these. This craft should be made with … Read More...
If you didn’t take the photo in black and white, you can change the color of the photo within Walmart Photo while you are creating your $10 mug. She used the text tool to add a red nose by placing … Read More...
This Wall hanging looks like Macrame but it’s actually a Crochet pattern. use a chunky white yarn for a more traditional Macrame feel to this Christmas project. Macrame is right on trend right now.
Cats and kittens enjoy playing with and even eating plants, They also like to dig in the soil around the plant too. Do you know which plants are toxic to cats? Lilies are extremely poisonous to cats but so are … Read More...
This Kids craft is a fun Christmas recycled crafts project for little kids. The supplies are inexpensive making it a fun little Christmas project for schools and larger groups. I have a big pile of Egg cartons just waiting for … Read More...
This tutorial uses a sewing machine as well as hand embroidery. The bright colors and details make for a fun colorful glasses case. A great project to try out new stitches. Embroidered Glasses Case.
Heading off to a Musical Festival? Maybe just a weekend at the local Farmers market? No matter what your adventure this crochet top is adorable and the pattern is free and available for download at Lion Brand. Boho or bohemian … Read More...
Love this Pom Pom Pillow which made with handmade pom poms (not store bought). Its adorable and perfect for decorating the lounge room in a Christmas theme. It’s rather time consuming so make your self a cup of tea and … Read More...
This Watermelon Perler bead bracelet is a fun little project for the Tween or Teenager who has a little patience or perhaps needs to learn some. You can grab the full tutorial as well as the list of supplies you … Read More...
This no sew Christmas pillow is easy to make, you can get the kids to cut out the tree’s and an adult can iron them in to position.Check out the full tutorial as well as patterns to download. No Sew … Read More...
This is a mini costume for your Elf on the Shelf. Maybe he has been getting cold in the fridge or hanging out on the porch. This free crochet pattern is for a mini beanie and a scarf just … Read More...
These Pina Colda soaps are adorable and perfect for Gift giving. Pineapples are a huge thing right now (still) so mixing these handmade declicious soaps with a pineapple ornament, towel, etc will be easy to source. You can grab the … Read More...
Oh my goodness who would have thought French knots could looks so Baaaa-utiful. I must also draw your attention to the multi colored fabric which makes the whole thing pop. Have you used multi coloured backgrounds in your pieces? What … Read More...
Quirk Books Gift Giving Ideas for: Strong Female Characters, Kids (and Kids at Heart), the Newly Engaged and Married Couple, New Parent, Eater, and Ailurophile (AKA Cat Lover)
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The texture of the brown sugar wipes off old dead skin cells to reveal new bright and soft skin. (I like to rub a little on my lips when they are feeling dry and chapped.) Pumpkins are rich in zinc … Read More...