Anchors aweigh…indeed! Mixed Mama did a guest post at Lace & Lacquers on how she achieved her oh-so-nifty anchor nails. These would be fun any time in the summer, but particularly July 4th or even Labor Day. Get the ‘tute … Read More...
How to make a faux antiqued message in a bottle
Making new things look old can be so much fun. Check out the tutorial Mariana sent in to her blog Essences in Motion on how to make a faux vintage looking message in a bottle.
Make a bag of love – easy gift – DIY tutorial
Raphaele of “La Creature and you” lives in Dublin, Ireland with her husband and kids. Six years ago they lived in Paris where most of their families still live. Raphaele has is darling “Make a bag of love” tutorial and … Read More...
Rice Krispies Treats Castle
A true masterpiece is this sand castle. I mean, Rice Krispies Treats castle. Oh, the possibilities for decorating beyond the beach… Make a caramel Rice Krispies Treats castle using sand molds HERE at Hungry Happenings.
Tutorial: Feathered Star Block, Part 1 and 2
Melissa at Sew Bitter Sweet rocks these Feathered Star quilt blocks. You can too when you check out her tutorials to see how she made ’em. Go to Part One: Cutting or Part Two: Assembling.
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Bugle “Ice Cream Cone” Snack Mix
Didn’t I just mention yesterday how much I’m a sucker for all Bugles-related crafts? This one is uber-cute, too. These Bugles-turned-ice cream cones are so utterly perfect. And then to throw in the snack mix? Really, now. Make sweet and … Read More...
Neck Tie Appetizers
I’m on a Dad roll now… And speaking of bread (you know, because I said “roll”? No?), there are so many sweets for Father’s Day, that it’s nice to take a break with some appetizers. Make neck tie appetizers HERE … Read More...
Dad’s ‘Stache Root Beer Sampler Gift with Free Printables
I love the effort poured into finding and assembling this root beer sampler gift for Dad. (Though for my husband, I’d have to substitute actual beers, sigh.) Find the how-tos and a free printable for “Dad’s Root Beer Sampler ‘Stache,” … Read More...
The Very Busy Spider Lunch
I’m crazy afraid of all spiders, even pictures of spiders, and even cute ones. This is about as close as I can get to one. And it’s pretty darn cute. Make a Very Busy Spider lunch HERE at Creative Food… Read More...
Tutorial | Re-using Failed Polaroids
Gemma from Submarines and Sewing Machines shows a neat way you can reuse failed Polaroid photos. I knew there was a reason I hung on to mine! Click here for all the details.
Tutorial: Little boy’s yoke tee
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to add a contrast yoke to a little boy’s t-shirt. It gives the look of a Western style shirt, but with the ease and comfort of a … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s wavy pleats sun top
Cherie from You and Mie guest blogs at Project Run and Play with a tutorial showing how to make her Summer Breezes top for little girls. It’s a simple linen sun top with wavy pleats stitched down the front. Gorgeous!! … Read More...
The Littlest Toolbox {Father’s Day Craft}
This tool box is the perfect amount of charm, humor and practicality..just like dads, right? Head on over to Alphamom for the tutorial. Pick up a box of Altoids first! {Found via A Bird in the Hand Father’s Day Craft … Read More...
Free pattern: Stand-alone shirt collar
Kylie from 3 Sheets shares a pattern and tutorial for making a stand-alone collar. It looks just like a collar you’d see on a typical button-down shirt, but there’s no shirt attached. Just button it around your neck. This would … Read More...
Quick and Simple Father’s Day Basket
This simple basket is the perfect gift for a dad who just wants to relax! And you can relax too since the project is so simple, you have plenty of time before Sunday to get it done! Head on over … Read More...
Printing With Kids
I love the fact that this post has so many different types of medium that you can choose to show your children about printing. There is something so simply beautiful about printing, and the fact that children can really be … Read More...
Tutorial | How to make your own alcohol inks, shimmer mists and more
Birgit from Birgit’s Daily Bytes shares her recipes for making your own version of alcohol inks, shimmer mists and other common crafting supplies. Click here to see more.
Tutorial: Textured quilt block – Pin tucks
Teresa of Teresa Down Under is exploring texture in fabric by hosting a series of tutorials where pin tucks, smocking, or shirring will appear in the center of a quilt block. Get the know-how.
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Tutorial: Simple headwrap in three flavors
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make simple headwraps in three flavors- plain, with a big bow, and with a knot. They’re a cute – and quick – way to keep your … Read More...
Project: Eiffel Tower Card
Directions for making this stunning Paris inspired card can be found over on the Hampton Arts stamp blog. Ooh La La!
-Heather