Babysavers has a great recipes for making your own organic hair gel at just 14 cents per 8 ounces.
This organic recipe is made using flaxseeds and water. Go get the recipe here.
Tutorial: Applique map throw pillow
How cute is this appliqued map pillow? The Sewing Rabbit made it using a free project from Jo-Ann, though she made the design her own by using prints instead of solids and by adding a secret pocket to the back. … Read More...
Buckle Buddy complete tutorial
Heather from the “Sewing Loft” was over at “Skip to my Lou” playing camp counselor. That’s right, she is sharing this cute craft “Buckle Buddy” an easy craft that will keep the kid engaged this summer. She has complete instructions … Read More...
Free pattern: Sew a necktie for Dad
Giving Dad a tie for Father’s Day has become a bit of a cliche. But what if it’s a handmade tie? Colette Patterns shares a free pattern for a man’s necktie. You’ve still got a few days to sew one … Read More...
Make Your Own Pop Rocks
I’m serious. Make your own Pop Rocks, with the fizz and everything. Did you know you could do this? Find the how-tos HERE at Instructables, from Doodlecraft.
Tutorial: 3D Paper Piecing
Mariska van der Veer’s cards are simply amazing! She adds loads of depth and dimension by paper piecing several layers. She’s sharing her tips for this technique over on Splitcoast Stampers, click here for step by step photos and a … Read More...
DIY Lightbulb Topiaries
Check out these amazing lightbulb topiaries featured on the Ruffled blog. What a unique and exciting alternative to floral centerpieces or entry decorations! Clever bride Becky shares a tutorial for these along with instructions for lightbulb place cards here. … Read More...
Father’s Day Pen Holder
Photographs. They are one of the best gift ideas, aren’t they? Think about it. Your kids have been bringing home gifts from school for years using photographs. Why? Because they are moments in time, moments that are still forever. They … Read More...
Star Wars Sushi
What, pray tell, can Star Wars fans think of next? Ewok sushi? What about Ewok kiwis? Oh right, that’s in this post, too. Check out Star Wars sushi HERE at LyMc.
Tutorial: Paillete collar tee
Kristina J. shows how to add a sparkly paillette collar to a plain tee. (Paillettes are those oversized sequins with the hole at the top rather than in the middle.) Gorgeousness!! Go to her blog for the how-to.
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Tutorial & Template | DIY Paper Orchids
Learn how to make these gorgeous paper orchids using the free printable template and directions from Lia Griffith. Use them as gift toppers, in paper bouquets or on scrapbook pages or other paper crafting projects. Click here to go to … Read More...
10 Watercolor DIYs {Wedding Tutorials}
There’s something so summery and fresh about watercolors. Belle & Chic shared a wonderful round-up of 10 DIY watercolor projects for weddings here that make it easy to add a splash of color to your big day!
DIY Studded Leather Bracelets
Stephanie from Henry Happened shares a tutorial with us from guest blogger Charlotte of Lotts and Lots. In this tutorial you will learn how to make Studded Leather Bracelets that Stephanie describes as “Romantic summer bracelets made with … Read More...
DIY Fabric Wrapped Bangles
Jennifer Young from “Endlessly Inspired” shares with us this fabulous tutorial she says, “is a super quick, inexpensive and easy way to make beautiful fabric-wrapped bracelets!” What a great idea! I have fabric I would like to use … Read More...
DIY Bib Necklace
Check out this upcycled DIY Bib Necklace Danielle from Blissful and Domestic made using a broken bracelet.
Tutorial: Four panel skirt
Molly from Molly Tov shows how to make a simple skirt with four panels. The pattern is easily adjusted to get the look you want. You can make it as long or as short as you like. You can flare … Read More...
Stash Buster Tutorial | Make Earrings from Scraps of Patterned Paper
Allison from Dream a Little Bigger shares this tutorial for using up your scraps: make earrings! You will need patterned paper scraps, a hole puncher, earring findings and other general crafting supplies. Click here to find out how.
DIY Gilded Pinata
Who would have thought it could be so easy? Studiodiy.com lays it out in 1 simple step. Grab a can of spray paint (gold obviously) Grab the store bought elcheapo pinata and spray! It is seriously that easy! Need more … Read More...
DIY Epoxy Clay Flower Earrings
Katie Jasiewicz shares on her blog Sew Woodsy how easy it is to make your own epoxy clay flower earrings with just a few simple steps. The tutorial includes detailed instructions and beautiful photographs. Learn how to make these Epoxy … Read More...
Tutorial: Cufflinks for Dad
Of course, this one isn’t limited to Father’s Day – I’m pretty sure I wear cuff links on my fancy blouses more than my guy does – but the combo of a nice shirt and cuff links is good and … Read More...