Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make what she calls “The Easiest Skirt You’ll Ever Make.” The construction is super simple – fabric gathered on to an elastic waistband. If … Read More...
Softies a boy will love
Helen of Bustle & Sew gave us the heads-up about her precious new pattern for Brave Aviator Mice. Adorable! Hers are made from vintage wool scraps. I think they’d be awesome made from felt, too. You can purchase the pattern … Read More...
Printables for Your Lemonade
If you’re feeling the urge to cling to summer a bit longer (and I’m guessing many are, though I for one welcome Fall with open arms), find links to some great lemonade printables created by Funkytime HERE. Shown are … Read More...
Tutorial: Embroidered paper-bag book covers
It’s back-to-school time! Let Urban Threads show you how to protect the kids’ textbooks with upcycled style. Turn a paper bag into a rockin book cover with a bit of embroidery. See the tute.
DIY: Oh So Simple Body Scrub
Not only is this scrub easy and refreshing, but honestly, Mrs. Lilien‘s enthusiasm is pretty refreshing too. Find out how she transformed her shower experience with just a handful of ingredients (and how you can too!) Oh, this … Read More...
Origami Star Wars Pops
Where have I been? Am I the only one out of the loop about the origami Star Wars thing? Figures it takes the allure of some awesome origami Star Wars chocolate and candy pops to clue me in. Make them… Read More...
Pepper and Hummus Pops
I won’t even bore you by repeating myself for the 100th jillion time. Actually, I will. Everything is better on a stick. I’ve said it now 100 jillion and one. But seriously, look what just adding a stick does for … Read More...
Free quilt patterns at QM for Project Linus
From a recent stop at Quiltmaker Quilty Pleasures, I noticed the magazine has published 14 free quilt patterns for Project Linus since the year 2000. The organization gives handmade quilts and blankets to children who need comfort. The quilt … Read More...
DIY: Circle Swirled Soap
Now this looks like fun! Anne-Marie, aka The Soap Queen, shows us step by step how to make round swirled soap using the cold process method. Love this! Get started here.
Lampwork Tutorials…A New Group on Facebook
I’ve just joined this fresh new group on Facebook called Lampwork Tutorials. Their goal is to post free and for sale tutorials for those that are interested. Since I really enjoy finding tutorials to put up here this could … Read More...
Kid Friendly Indie Craft Round-Up – Handmade Charlotte
Looking for some fun to spice up the last few weeks before school? Then head over to Handmade Charlotte for a great roundup of different crafts to keep the kids entertained and in high spirits till the very end of … Read More...
Indian Corn Pattern
I think we all love Indian Corn but the little critters in the yard come along and nibble it away if in reach. Today Alicia Kachmar a Pittsburg PA gal; hosts her blog “Alicia Kachmar” and is sharing her creative … Read More...
Wooden Wall Decor { Kid Craft}
My girls are coming to the age where they want to decorate their room with personal touches…like their own artwork. Sometimes they will tape up a newly crayoned picture above their bed. This craft would be a great compromise in … Read More...
Stamped Mini Totes {Kid Craft} and More…
There is something so cute about little birdies…add them to a craft, and I’m sold! This cute little kids craft that uses handmade cheap stamps to make adorable little totes is just one of many great crafts that Making Lemonade… Read More...
Bread Clay Beads and Necklace {Kid Craft}
I’m not sure what rock I have been under that I have never heard of bread clay, but it is amazing! I’m showing you the post that features a kid made necklace that is just beautiful, but the mama miss … Read More...
Dragonflies Craft
This is a great craft to increase your children’s dexterity, concentration and manual skills. I love the wings that are printed on acetate paper, don’t you? Check out the full tutorial and materials over at Ginx Craft.
Matchbox Stone Pets
Looking for a simple ‘non-messy’ craft to fill your children’s days with entertainment, imagination and wonder? Look no further than Red Ted Art’s Matchbox Stone Pets. She also has a few links to other ‘stone creatures’ that are a little … Read More...
DIY Mini Light Saber
These Light Sabers are definitely mini… meaning, they are meant for your older children to play with. That said, there is a lot of awesomeness packed into those little light swords…. I love Star Wars and can’t wait till my … Read More...
Teach Your Kids Their Alpha, Bravo, Charlie’s…T-Shirt
I love it when a mom puts her mind to work to help her children learn something. This mom figured out how to entice her children to spell using the military alphabet chart. Instead of spelling something out, she will … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a baseball tee
Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curls shows how to make a baseball (raglan) tee. I’m loving the combination of the solid white body and floral sleeves! Go to her tutorial.
[photo from Cotton & Curls]