Using a stencil, Ashley, converted this table into a work of art. Or something close to it.
Go see her redo here: Paisley stenciled table.
DIY Felt Tree Ornaments (pictorial-tutorial)
Andrea of “Strawberry Chic” created these charming easy to make felt ornaments for her tree; but you could use these for other applications. Andrea shopped Target’s 75% off sale for all new Christmas ornaments a couple of years ago … Read More...
Top 5 Healthiest Vegetables
Do you know your vegetables? Do you know which ones are the healthiest? If you’re going to struggle with your kids eating veggies, shouldn’t you try and find the ones that will give you the most benefit?
I think you … Read More...
Radish Rabbit Place Card Holder
I used to hate radishes when I was young. So it is nice to see CraftFoxes.com has turned radishes into a vegetable garnish (or) place card holders.
Peppercorn eyes and a paring knife make this an easy craft, suitable for … Read More...
Framed Pin Cushion
Rachel, from AdventuresOfADIYMom, has made this little framed pin cushion which is recycled from an old frame and scrap fabric.
It’s the perfect addition to any sewing table! And a great use of a frame.
Go get her tute on … Read More...
Normal Wall To Paneled Wall Idea
Saw this on Pinterest – and it doesn’t have a link.
But the picture itself should give you the clue as to what needs to be done.
The redo adds a clever touch to a normally boring bathroom wall.
Peanut Butter Pups
Ok, normally, I don’t link to items that are not DIY.
But these puppies (literally) are uber cute.
And there is no reason, one of you readers could make them at home.
If you do, please let us know – … Read More...
Embellishing Glass with Polymer Clay
I don’t joke when I say I stick clay to just about anything that fits in the oven and doesn’t run away first. Glass is a favourite since clay adheres well to it if you form a mechanical hold (go … Read More...
Reflected Beauty art quilt
Jen of Quilts by Jen just completed this gorgeous art quilt she calls Reflected Beauty. Find out the inspiration behind it here.
She shares her process for making mosaics here.
Image credit: Quilts by Jen
Tips for storing quilt rulers
Got rulers? We quilters collect a ton of them in various sizes. This can make them a challenge to store. Karen of Sew Many Ways gives us some great storage tips as part of her Tool Time Tuesday series. Go … Read More...
How To Peel Garlic Cloves In Less Than 10 Seconds
Sometimes, randomly browsing YouTube brings out some great ideas. And it is great not just for the novelty of it, but for the fact that it is practical and so-doable.
Learn to peel the garlic cloves in less than 10 … Read More...
DIY Strikable MatchStick Holder
Love this idea from sugarandcloth.com. This adorable matchstick holder has a strike-able etched letter on the side. So much prettier than a box of matches sitting on the bench top.
Tip: How to keep paint from dripping on the sides
The image says it all. I don’t actually know the origins of this image – but well – I tried it, and it works.
So whoever came up with this idea. Thank You!
DIY Perpetual Calendar
It’s easy to create a perpetual calendar with a chipboard shape from the craft store, scrapbook paper, and metal clips. This calendar can last for years!
Get the details on how to make this at the PitterAndGlink blog: DIY Perpetual … Read More...
Would you eat the lab grown burger?
News has come in that science has created the first lab grown burger – and people have tested it and tasted it.
See here if you have missed this news about the lab grown burger.
Is is good for … Read More...
8 Hidden Veg Recipe Ideas
Your kids hate vegetables as well? What is it about vegetables and kids? They somehow don’t or won’t be put together in one sentence.
So, you, like us (hopefully) are also always on the lookout for kid friendly recipes that … Read More...
Awesome Pallet Love Seat (With Working Links)
This DIY pallet love seat project kept popping up in my inbox and Pinterest – but without a working link. And if you know the style of this blog – we just don’t post anything unless we can track down … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted hottie
Adrianne of On the Windy Side shares on her blog how to make a quilted hot water bottle cover (hottie for short). Strip piecing makes quick work of the fabric panel and her stitches delight, notice each row is different. … Read More...
Getting it right – Flying Geese
Leanne of She Can Quilt dreaded piecing Flying Geese until she found a specialty ruler that gave her what you see here – uniform size and accuracy. She shows her transformation from meh to just right with lots of photos … Read More...
DIY Ruffled Lamp Shade
Jessica from Mom4Real.com shows us how she made a normal ordinary lamp look classy with this ruffle inspired transformation.
Go get her tute here.