Would you believe that these beautiful, dainty earrings were made using scrapbook paper? Wow! They are lovely. They are also perfect if you prefer wearing earrings that are lightweight. Head on over to Etcetorize and learn how to make your … Read More...
DIY Tory Burch Inspired Raffia Rhinestone Bracelet
I have seen raffia in stores and thought to myself “What do you use this for?” My thoughts didn’t go past using it to tie a pretty bow around a gift for giving. Stephanie however put raffia to … Read More...
Tutorial: Embroidered rainbow neckline
Here’s a fun way to add a spot of color to the neckline. You can embroider a rainbow of color! Anje from Made In Pretoria shows how. She added the embroidered rainbow to a purchased t-shirt, but this would also … Read More...
A rustic garden shed transformation
Donna, from FunkyJunkyInteriors, has written a 4 part series on how she transformed an old cow shed. She used some old crates for a flowerbox, some rusty tools for decorations and many more simple hand me downs.
The result is … Read More...
Clothespin Playful Doll Ornaments (video Tutorial) Template & Patterns
I ordered some old fashioned clothespins; ones with round tops and others with flat top from Amazon just to make these sweet clothespin ornaments all made with felt and markers, too cute. I found this video on Martha’s site and … Read More...
DIY – Making Bulk Pom-Poms
Pom-Poms are all over the party scene and making lots of them can be quite time consuming and down right boring. I LOVE this tutorial from flaxandtwine.com. The idea is simple but ingenious. Definitely a “Why Didn’t I think … Read More...
Tutorial: Oilcloth cover for a 3-ring binder
Are 3-ring binders on your back-to-school supply list? If so, you might want to make covers for them. Melissa from Greener Grass shows how to make a notebook binder cover out of oilcloth. A bright, happy oilcloth print will add … Read More...
Tip: Stamped Card Backgrounds
Instead of using pattern paper for your card background, why not stamp your own patterns. Here’s a great video from the Capture the Moment blog with tips for getting great randomly stamped backgrounds.
-Heather
Tutorial | Summer Reading Log Mini Book
If you’re doing a lot of reading this summer, and want a pen & paper way to keep track, you’ll love this idea for a reading log by Nathalie at An Ounce of Creativity. I love how she … Read More...
Delicate Knotted Necklace Tutorial
When I saw this necklace my first thought was “Wow!” It looks delicate and dainty. This necklace can be worn with both casual an formal outfits. Daria inspiration for this crown sinnet knotted necklace came from the popular friendship … Read More...
Tutorial: Sailor knot embellishment
Toni from Sugar Tart Crafts shows how to make sailor knot embellishment, like the one she used on a skirt she made for her little gir last week. If little girl clothes are not on your to-do list, it would … Read More...
Tutorial: Nautical pillow with stripes & grommets
The oversized grommets and blue stripes give this throw pillow a decidedly nautical feel. Or, if nautical isn’t your thing, do it up in a different palette and it’s got a mod vibe. Either way, Sew4Home has the how-to. Go … Read More...
DIY Huge Photo Wall
I absolutely love this idea. It is simple and the only time consuming task is the selection of photos.
Go get this tute from itsalwaysautumn! Huge DIY Photo Wall.
Orange Push Up Pops
Tracey writes:
These delicious Orange Push-Up Pop’s take me back to my childhood when I got them from the Ice Cream Truck…. SO YUMMY!
I agree. These do look yum – in spite of the fact that they are not … Read More...
Tutorial: Toddler’s double layered skirt
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how to make this pretty layered skirt for a little toddler girl. Contrast ribbon at the hems makes a nice contrast and shows off the layers on the skirt. To make a size 2T … Read More...
Tutorial: Endless Options Scarf Top
Tamara from Etcetorize shows how to make her Endless Options Scarf Top. The look is laid-back, easy breezy summertime. Shown here is an off-the-should look, but there are plenty of other variations you can make with it. It’s super easy … Read More...
DIY – Dishwasher Soap
A few years ago we bought a double drawer dishwasher, thinking that it would be perfect as we could run just one drawer at a time. We didn’t estimate the amount of dishes two children could produce. We end up … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy method for pucker-free darts
Amity from Lolita Patterns shows her easy method for pucker-free darts. Her tutorial takes you through the marking, the sewing, and the pressing. Her tracing method doesn’t require tracing paper or wheel, and her sewing method allows you to skip … Read More...
Video tutorial: Balancing a plus size pants pattern
An unbalanced pants pattern can wreak havoc on the fit. Katrina from Katrina Kay Creations shows how to balance a plus size pants pattern. An unbalanced pattern will make pants that hand crooked or twist around your legs or have … Read More...
Tutorial: Clear front zippered pencil pouch for 3-ring binder
Is a pencil pouch for a 3-ring binder on your child’s back-to-school list? You could buy one at the store, or you could make one yourself. Caroline from Sew Can She shows how. She gives it a clear vinyl front, … Read More...