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The festive season is almost upon us and it’s time to start planning for Christmas decorations. Crochet enthusiasts can get a head start by checking out these 15 popular Christmas crochet patterns that are absolutely free! Whether you’re looking for … Read More...
Time to Celebrate the Christmas season with these Christmas Bulletin board Hacks. Change the classroom or even your office space to get into the festive spirit. Christmas Bulletin Board Hacks.
These DIY facial powders are perfect for gift giving. The recipient only needs to add liquid to 1-2 tsp of it to create a facial mask. These would be nice packaged in mason jar’s or small jam jar’s for … Read More...
Do you supply your school with bandaids or bandages? That seems a little extreme. Luckily our school has their own stock pile but I must admit I am not sure who actually plays for them. I would love a list … Read More...
These LittleBits Electronic kits 
are perfect for the geeky child or adult. I know my daughter would love to “tinker” with this kit. There are lots of different kits on their website, including Non-Christmas themed packs. Perfect for Extension programs … Read More...
I love the boyish style t these Baby Boots. They are perfect as they are or try them out in Black and browns. The bottom is an adorable finish.
For the free pattern check out Huts Crochet On Revelry.
Looking … Read More...
These Surprise balls are literally what they are called – a Ball with a surprise inside. These make for a fun alternative to small stocking filler gifts or gifts for School friends and classmates. Add a hanging cord and hang … Read More...
Vintage a Boho styled trees are going to be very popular this year. These vintage styled Snowflake garland is putting the Classic back into Christmas. The Crochet pattern is free and easy to follow. Vintage Snowflake Christmas Garland.
Looking … Read More...
You might recall some of our previous posts on Sugru. Well things have got even better with a new Sugru Home Hack Kit and Starter Kit.(kit details below)
Last time we featured some of the amazing things that can be … Read More...
Activated Charcoal is the new “Apple Cider Vinegar
” when it comes to beauty trends. But Why is it so good for us?
Activated charcoal
is a potent natural treatment used to trap toxins and chemicals in the body, … Read More...
You will be forgiven for thinking this is a store bought rocket ship. It is in fact made from rubbish. Recycled bottles, toilet tubes and duct tape are some of the things required to complete this masterpiece. The kids will … Read More...
I love the fresh summer feel of this Strawberry bag. It is certainly rather cute and definitely practical. I love strawberries, not just eating them but strawberry graphics and scents too. Here is the full crochet pattern.
Yuki Sugashima’s THE HAND-STITCHED FLOWER GARDEN
is filled with ideas for creating beautiful and practical handcrafted gifts. The 20 projects are quick-and-easy to make; incorporate the dozens of floral designs showcased in the stitch galleries; and range from a cell … Read More...
This free Printable can be made using recycled box card. The printable includes all the states and the little flags to go on top. You could use a clear contact to make this last a little longer for use in … Read More...
Have you seen this yarn in the store and thought “what the heck”? Well never fear because Common Thread has put together a tutorial to show you step by step how to use it.
You can follow the tutorial here:… Read More...
Glitter in your hair has some how become a new hair style trend. I know you’re probably thinking I am joking with you. But seriously let’s face it we crafters know that Glitter can be addictive and yes it does … Read More...
Floss and Mischief are sharing their tutorial on how to ribbon wrap your hoop for a pimped out look. These also make great gifts for needlework and crochet artists. Pimped Hoop.
Somewhere in the world there is a little girl who loves little Kittens and Ballet. This free chart is going to be perfect for her little dance bag or wash bag. The Chart is available free to download. Dancing Cat … Read More...
These chunky rugs are trending all over the world right now. Unless you are a DIY’er then you are in for a very expensive rug if you have to buy it in a store. Garnstudio has not only given us … Read More...
If you can count then you can master this “trick” to falling a sleep. Don’t take my word for it as there is a Dr behind the science of just how and why this “counting” technique works. You can check … Read More...
