This “Style Me Quick” tutorial shows you how to make a dainty PVC lace clutch. This clutch is perfect for rainy days as it is waterproof! You could even make it slightly bigger and use it as a beach clutch … Read More...
Mark Montano Zip Tie Necklace
This very colorful necklace is perfect for tweens and those moms looking to splash out in the color world. Grab some of the kids beads and some zip ties to create this layered chunky necklace. Full tutorial available via Mark … Read More...
3 ways to wear old Bridesmaid dresses
If your bridesmaid dresses look 1/2 as good as these ones then utilizing them into everyday fashion is going to be easy. Most bridesmaid dresses don’t look like these though. Full article here.
Looking for some ugly dresses? Check … Read More...
Secrets to a budget friendly fabulous party
I don’t know any party that is not on a budget. Or maybe I am just not invited to those parties.
But if you are like me and the rest of the families, then this timely article for 7 budget … Read More...
Miley Cyrus Crafts
Yes she does.
Think of Miley Cyrus from her Hannah Montana days and I think you will be taken to a nicer place than the current version of Miley Cyrus.
And believe it or not, she actually crafts in her … Read More...
DIY Leather Butterfly
This leather necklace is funky with a little bit of rock (the stud). A simple cut out design with a fantastic tutorial. Full Butterfly tutorial can be found on Fashionrolla.com.
31 ways knitting and crochet make you happy
The LionBrand blog has put together a list of 31 ways knitting and crochet helps you be happy and relaxed. They have collected reports from various organizations, which cite scientific research to validate what most knitters and crocheters already know. … Read More...
10 words crocheters use that you may not know about
Do you know the words frogging, CAL, LYS and Plarn?
Yes? Then you must be a crocheter! Those are some of the harder words that most other people probably don’t know about.
I admit I didn’t know … Read More...
Natural Makeup in 3 mins
You might recall last week we took Advice from advicefromatwentysomething.com on the art of wearing a Jumpsuit. Well this week she teachers us how to apply natural makeup in 3 mins. Yes 3 mins! That’s probably about as much … Read More...
Up-cycled Flower Tray Jewelry Organizer
This Simple Jewelry organizer is affordable and surprisingly functional. Organizing your life is a great way to speed up the “getting ready” process and grab a few more minutes of me time. Full Tutorial Here.
DIY Rubber Slime
This looks like a fun activity to do with the kids, especially in these last days of summer.
Similar to a homemade silly putty this is modified version of it that will allow the kids to bounce it as well.… Read More...
More Sewing Tattoos
Wow. Just wow. Everyone seems to love the idea of getting crafting tattoos.
My first post on this, which covered cross-stitch tattoos, went ballistic, and my second post that covered general tattoos on crafting went even better.
So looks … Read More...
DIY Willy Nilly Bracelet
This Anthropologie knockoff is casual and eclectic making it fun and funky and easy to make. You can use a mixed medium of materials which also makes it affordable as you can use what you already have. Full tutorial can … Read More...
How to wear a Jumpsuit
This cute little article by advicefromatwentysomething.com shares just how to wear a jumpsuit. A trend that is sweeping the world right now. Do you have a jumpsuit yet? What’s your favorite way to wear it or style it? Do you … Read More...
20 tattoos to show your love of crafting
After the last post on cross-stitch tattoos, we thought, why restrict ourselves to just cross-stitch? Tattooing is an art form just like knitting, cross-stitch and sewing.
So, we searched and found this post created by a BuzzFeed staffer that … Read More...
DIY – Barbed Wire Bracelet
These funky barbed wire wire wrapped bracelets/bangles are made using wrapped jewelry wire. I think the black one is my favorite but all together that would make a nice layered look. These are great for teenagers to make and wear … Read More...
10 cross stitch tattoos
So of course, cross-stitch doesn’t have to be really on cloth, right? I came across this wonderful tattoo blog where they have collected 10 examples of cross stitch on.. skin!
Each one of these are beautiful designs and are sure … Read More...
Fifty Shades of Grey – Soap
With the upcoming release of the film, it is no wonder that “Fifty Shades” is back in the media. Have you read the book? Will you see the movie anyway? This time though you might be left feeling a little … Read More...
DIY – Quartz Crystal Earrings
This Crystal tutorial shows you how to make crystal Earrings using Quartz
. These ones are a little extra special as they are dipped in gold foil. Very elegant very stylish. Full tutorial here.
Soap Review and Giveaway
Simplelifemom.com is giving you the chance to win some of Grandma’s soap. Read her product review over on her blog and then enter for your chance to win some of your very own soap.