Yes, I’ve finally joined the recent wave of technology with my very own smart phone! Yes, I got an Iphone. Yes, I totally love it. So, with an idea like this, (plus it’s i-cord – easy and fast), I can … Read More...
Tutorial: Fill stitches
Don’t miss Mollie Johanson‘s latest Embroidery Basics tutorial about fill stitches. See the tute on her Wild Olive blog.
Felt Flower Name Tag Tutorial
Dee-Dee of whatever “Whatever Dee-Dee Wants” made these fun name tags for a blogger meet up for their “Heart Salt Lake” last week. She wanted something different than the usual name tags & the felt flower name tags were really … Read More...
How to thread a beading needle
Jane of The Chilly Hollow Needlepoint Adventure has some excellent tips about beading needles and how to thread them. See her post.
How to dye buttons
Need custom-colored buttons to fit your crazy-quilt design? Dye them yourself! Rit Dye‘s site steps us through dyeing white nylon or plastic buttons. See the tute.
And many thanks to Diane Gilleland of Craftzine.com for pointing out this … Read More...
Tutorial: Zipper strap summer top
Janine from Heidi in Lederhosen shows how to make this awesome summer top. The asymmetrical strap is made from a partially unzipped zipper. LOVE this! I am seeing my zipper stash in a whole new light. Get the tutorial.
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Project: Stamped Door Hanger
Tomato Head
Oh, silly tomato. Learn to make him HERE at Family Fun.
Tutorial: Cross-stitch on waste canvas
Zoe of The Making Spot shows us step-by-step how to add cross-stitch to any project using waste canvas. See the tute.
Ladybug Appetizer – Fun Kids Food
Now here’s devotion to a ladybug themed party… make ladybug appetizers.
Looking for a fun and festive appetizer idea? These Ladybug Appetizers are the perfect treat for any party or gathering! Easy … Read More...
Birthday Cake in a Jar
I swear, put something on a stick or in a jar, and I’m sold immediately. I do beg forgiveness for such repetition and predictability, but I can’t help it and probably won’t ever change. And as clever packaging or presentation … Read More...
Peppermint Cheesecake with Daisies
I’m picturing this lovely dessert served at a shower. And in all my cheesecake dining experience (and I assure you have a sufficient amount), I’ve never heard of peppermint cheesecake. Find the recipe for a daisy-adorned peppermint cheesecake HERE at … Read More...
Napkin Rings (Kid Craft)
I am always looking for ways to include my children in dinner time activities, but also keep them occupied. This tutorial is perfect to keep them busy while making dinner but yet they can help set the table with their … Read More...
Painted Rock Bees
I love stopping by Crafts by Amanda (our Home and Garden Crafts Editor) and seeing what new craft she has come up with. I love these rock bees that she created. The wings are just fantastic. The tutorial is … Read More...
Yarn Ball Decoration Lights
Looking for a craft to do with your kids that can also help them decorate their rooms? Kims Kandy Kreations has a great tutorial on making these adorable yarn balls that she put lights in for her kids’ room.
Butterfly Life Cycle Craft
Since I homeschool, I am always looking on homeschooling blogs. It seems that right now is the time to do lessons on Butterflies. If you are looking for a great craft to show the life cycle of a butterfly, than … Read More...
How to stitch on the fly
Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting gives us a look at her process for creating this semi-improvisational sampler for a Hoopla swap. She includes a list of the stitches she used for each element. See her blog post.
Get “Things We Love” blocks
If you missed some of the embroidered and appliqued quilt blocks in the Things We Love series from Among the Gum Trees, you’ve got another chance to download them. Jenny of Elephantz has listed links to each block released … Read More...
Tutorial: Bloom Top for little girls
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how she made the fabulous Bloom Top for her toddler daughter. The fluffy fabric flower embellishments around the neckline are just like the ones you see on adult tops, but shrunken down into an … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a child’s tiered gathered skirt
The Sewing Dork tells how to make a tiered gathered skirt. Her tutorial gives the dimensions she used to make one for a 4-year-old child, but you could easily size that up or down as needed. Get the tute.… Read More...