Now that the summer is ending and the children are back in school many of us are thinking of the coming of the fall season and making our homes cozy for the long winter. An easy way to bring the … Read More...
Pretend Play Crochet Sushi
Check out this free Crochet tutorial on our sister site for some Pretend Play Sushi. Set up a Sushi Restaurant or have a pretend picnic. These can be thrown into the wash on a gentle cycle making them suitable … Read More...
Knit up Your Own Monster University Legwarmers
My girl hasn’t seen “Monsters Inc.” or “Monster University” yet (in fact, the only full-length movie she’s ever seen is “Finding Nemo”), but I know we’ll get there before too long. And I know when kids love movies they love … Read More...
Free pattern: Little boy faux bow tie
Larissa from Just Another Day In Paradise shares a free pattern for making a faux bow tie for a little boy. She used this pattern to make some for her own son. It gives the look of a dressed up … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY bra strap holder
One of my fashion pet peeves is a bra strap that shows. I don’t have a good racer back bra, so this limits my choice of shoulder and neckline styles. Anna from Plan B shows how to make a band … Read More...
Party Ideas – Woodland Fairy
I came across this Woodland fairy party over at stephmodo.com. Even though it is a few years old I wanted to share it with you. I love this alternative to a pink butterfly kinda fairy party. I think this … Read More...
Pizza with all the toppings (tutorial & patterns)
LiEr hosts her amazing site “ikatbag” with many free pictorial tutorials and fun patterns for us to buy. I am actually going to make this fun-time Pizza with its darling toppings for the grandkids. LiEr also made a pizza box … Read More...
DIY Glass Beach Terrarium
Using a cool glass container, some mod-podge, artifacts from a beach and some small plants – GerberMom of Henry Happened created this cool glass beach terrarium that looks spectacular.
You can get the kids involved to first get them to … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple knit skirt with pockets
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how to make this simple knit skirt with pockets. This would make a great errand running skirt!! It looks dressy but the stretch knit fabirc is comfortable to wear all day, and those … Read More...
DIY Noise Maker Seating Cards
Spruced up noisemakers from the party store make fun and festive seating cards that all your guests will love! Learn how to make your own at A Subtle Revelry. Such a clever idea!
DIY Seashell Necklace
Did you spend time at the beach this summer? Maybe you collected seashells and sand? If so why not turn your vacation memories into a necklace you can wear to remember the happy times of summer while you are working, … Read More...
How to make your own Zombie Plushie Tutorial
Your kids will love this adorable Zombie Plushie with Halloween close at hand. These little guys sitting around the house will actually confirm Halloween is coming! Heidi hosts “Heidi Boyd Crafty Inspiration” from her home in Maine is sharing her … Read More...
Old Kitchen Sink To Outside Water Fountain
An old 1916 Kitchen sink – and a desire to make something with it – led to the creation of an outside water fountain.
Although not really a tutorial – this is a fun idea. Now to go scrounging in … Read More...
Tutorial: Fitted peasant dress from a blouse and a skirt
Katja from Of Dreams and Seams combined a boho skirt and a peasant blouse, both garments from her own closet that she never wore, to make this gorgeous summer dress. It still has the boho-peasant look, but it’s a cuter, … Read More...
5 DIY Tutorials for Making Tassel Jewelry
I liked the looks of the Fabric Tassel Necklace tutorial so much that I decided to make a list of more DIY Tassel Jewelry. Let’s start this off with a tutorial on making DIY Threaded Tassel Hoop Earrings. Trendy, … Read More...
DIY Framed Owl earrings
You have probably noticed that owls are a popular trend. I like collecting things with cute owls on it. My latest find was an owl purse. It is adorable! This tutorial combines cabochons, scrapbook paper, owl charms and a few … Read More...
Fabric Tassel Necklace Tutorial
Tassel jewelry is a trend growing in popularity. Cute DIY created a video tutorial that shows how to create a tassel from fabric instead of leather or thread. Imagine the tassels you can make with fabric in a variety … Read More...
DIY Sapphire Dangle Earrings
I like this pair of earrings for three reasons, one blue is my favorite color and this pretty shade of blue known as sapphire is my birthstone, and the third reason is this pair is unique. I have not … Read More...
Fun Frilly Freebie
This free parasol pattern is a preview of a collection Lynn B is creating of Edwardian inspired items. As she says, it will be perfect for a Downtown Abbey fan. Get the free chart and be sure to check out … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked Easy Tee
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows how to make a color blocked version of her Easy Tee. The color blocking has a slight curve to it, hitting just above the bust line at the front and right below the armholes … Read More...