I LOVE nesting dolls, my two favorites are my Hello Kitty set and my Nativity scene set. I never would have thought you could make your own set out of plastic Easter eggs but you can! Now is the time … Read More...
How to make a glow-in-the-dark wall clock
Now this clock is store-bought and the crafter simply shows how to paint it so it glows-in-the-dark but when I spotted it I thought – wouldn’t it be cool to use recycled refrigerator magnets to make it? You could even … Read More...
Giveaway: Upcycle With Sizzix: Techniques and Ideas for using Sizzix Die-Cutting and Embossing Machines
Giveaway: Enter to win a copy of Upcycle With Sizzix: Techniques and Ideas for using Sizzix Die-Cutting and Embossing Machines by leaving a comment in today’s post by January 30th, 2015 and you will be in the running for this … Read More...
How to make a Duck Tape arrow wreath for Valentine’s Day
These Valentine’s Day Wreath does double duty, first you can use it to display your cool collection of arrows made with Duck Tape and pens on an embroidery hoop base, then you can un-clip the arrows and hand them out … Read More...
Fun fort ideas
I made forts as a kid primarily with a blanket tucked into the drawers of a desk but this idea for poking Christmas lights through a box simply makes a magical place no one would ever want to leave. It … Read More...
How to make recycled tp tube Valentine’s Day treats
Yes, today I have yet another fun project made out of the illustrious toilet paper tube. Looking to make a Valentine that includes little candies and Hershey Kisses or toys? Pop on over to the blog Joyful Daisy to see … Read More...
How to make a moon phase wall hanging
The simplicity and minimalist quality of this project makes it a great idea for those that like to craft and decorate in a modern style. I can’t say as I would have ever thought of using the phases of the … Read More...
How to make a stick heart decoration for Valentine’s Day
I bet there is probably nothing that you couldn’t make a heart out of but this stick one is just so darling. It looks like it could be one of those relaxing type projects that you don’t have to be … Read More...
How to make champagne cork toadstools
If you happen to have enjoyed a bottle of champagne at New Years and saved the cork here is a fun little tutorial featured at the blog At Home In Love on how to make a champagne cork toadstool with … Read More...
Giveaway: Paper Lamp kit and a copy of the book Playing With Pop-ups
Today I have a fun giveaway that includes a paper lamp kit and a copy of the book Playing With Pop-ups both by Helen Hiebert. Leave a comment in today’s post by January 23, 2015 and you will be in … Read More...
How to make a faux enamel ware compost bucket
I have a few pieces of enamel ware and I love the look of it. It never occurred to me that you could make it, well faux make the look of it. Thanks to Carolyn for sending in a link … Read More...
How to fold paper butterflies
When you pop on over to the blog Daily Fix you will be so surprised at how simple the pattern is that creates these darling folded butterflies. UPDATE: The link to this project doesn’t work but I found a new … Read More...
25 cute scrap fabric projects
The project that really caught my eye in this collection of 25 scrap fabric projects that was compiled at the blog Flamingo Toes is the tiny trailer pin cushion that includes the type “off you sew”. I will be making … Read More...
Giveaway: Fabric Printing at Home book and How to freezer paper stencil a scissor boarder
Clothing is my favorite “canvas” and the new book Fabric Printing at Home is packed full of techniques and inspiration on how to create all sorts of amazing prints on any textile. Enter to win a copy of Fabric Printing … Read More...
A bunch of cute ways to display teddy bears
Peek-a-boo! This is just too cute! I know I say that a lot but you really can’t argue with this cuteness. And there are a bunch more cute ideas on how to frame vintage teddy bears in cute ways over … Read More...
How to make a ribbon chandelier
This has been on my “to-do” list for awhile. Most of the ribbon chandeliers I’ve seen are more random and messy but this one featured at Lovin’ our Chaos is so neat and tidy. It is also created using a … Read More...
15 easy Chic winter fashion tutorials including needle felted heart elbow patches
This idea for needle felting heart shaped patches would be just the thing to do for your Valentine’s Day outfit or to give to your Valentine. For 14 more fun fashion ideas from projects made from scratch to simple glitter … Read More...
How to make a coffee pod confetti popper
Coffee pods are the latest recycled item that crafters can get their creative on with and come up with fun and decorative projects. Stephanie sent in a link to the blog The Tip Toe Fairy where there is a fun … Read More...
Winner: Artful Christmas: 30 Elegant Craft Projects
Congrats go out to Taerie K. of Salineville Ohio. She is the winner of Artful Christmas: 30 Elegant Craft Projects by Susan Wasinger
Giveaway: French General: A Year of Jewelry: 36 Projects with Vintage Beads by Kaari Meng
Just in time for the New Year I have a giveaway of the new book:
French General: A Year of Jewelry: 36 Projects with Vintage Beads
by Kaari Meng
Leave a comment in today’s post by Wednesday January 7, 2015 … Read More...