I rarely post on straight recipes (side note to those submitting recipes, drinks, etc…. I rarely post on straight recipes), but these portion-controlled cupcakes are an example of an exception. Because isn’t crafty to only bake TWO cupcakes? Learn to … Read More...
Beer Jello and Margarita Cupcakes
Beer Jello! Yes, that exclamation point was there before I realized there was also an explanation point in the photograph. Find a recipe for beer Jello (perfect for Cinco de Mayo) HERE at Sugar Swings!. And if that’s not … Read More...
Video Tutorial: Making Envelopes with the Scor Pal
Melissa Samuels recently ran a Tool School week on her blog featuring a different scrapbooking tool each day. This video shows you how she used the Scor Pal to make envelopes. Click here to go to the video.
Toy Drop Lands In Brisbane
Brisbane’s (Australia) largest handmade collective, BrisStyle, is joining forces with the Toy Society to co-ordinate a MEGA Toy Drop throughout the South East and beyond during the month of May. Hundreds of toys with notes to “take me home” … Read More...
Free cross-stitch charts
DIY Twine Wrapped Mason Jars
Mason jars wrapped in twine and filled with pretty flowers are a lovely accent for a rustic spring or summer wedding or bridal shower! Hey Gorgeous has an easy tutorial to help you make your own. Click this link for … Read More...
TP Roll Monsters- Book Craft
Red Ted Art is an awesome blog if you haven’t already explored it! In this post, they pair up toilet paper roll monsters with the book Two Monsters by David McKee. In fact, if you like working with TP rolls, … Read More...
Q-Tip Painting
I often times am wondering how to occupy my children while using the same craft supplies in our craft closet…all I had to do was go into my bathroom, pull out some Q-tips, and the girls can create till their … Read More...
Spring Globes
Have some leftover jars around the house? Why not welcome Spring by making this craft with your children? The craft does involve a hot glue gun, so an adult is required. Let’s say goodbye to snow and hello Spring! Visit … Read More...
Mother’s Day -Flower Pot Craft
This project is perfect for encouraging the artist in your child. The options are endless, but this picture is an amazing inspiration for your child to pick the flower of their liking. Visit DIY Kosher for the directions as well … Read More...
Button Blossoms
Looking for a simple Mother’s Day Craft? How about this adorable Buttom Blossom Necklace! Silly Eagle Books has the simple tutorial. They recommend the project for children who can use scissors.
BOM for May: 4-Patch Spade
This is the latest in the series 4-Patch Fun! Block of the Month (BOM) hosted over at Victoriana Quilters. And this month, you get a peek at the finished quilt. Visit her post to receive May’s BOM instructions (only … Read More...
Craft Project: Yarn Voodoo Doll
Rhonda Greene of “Mrs. Greens” blog made this adorable Voodoo doll and it is featured on “Dollar Store Crafts. I think this is a project the children could handle and enjoy making with a little help from you. Rhonda … Read More...
Toys and Food Together at Last
Recipes, toys, collectibles and artwork all in one? It’s true. There does exist a place where all such things converge. Check out Play With My Food, where a “mild mannered toy collector by day” and a “crusader for a … Read More...
How to make a recycled crate and sign flower box
Over at the blog Rustic Crafts there is a post on how to recycle a wood crate and rusty sign into this cute flower box. I really like the kind of sarcastic/irony of the sign’s words with the generally … Read More...
Pretty Key Hook
Pretty up a plain old piece of wood with some paint, a few hooks and a clamp for a mason jar. Toss in some faux flowers and hang on the wall. Instant loveliness to look at each day. Check out … Read More...
Cupcake-Stuffed Strawberries
Nope, I didn’t mix that up. Learn to stuff strawberries with cupcakes HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.
Mini Kabobs
I love all things miniature. (Well, and on sticks. And stuff in mason jars, but that doesn’t apply here.) Make cute li’l kabobs HERE at Little Nummies.
Cinco de Mayo Lunch
Insert a little Cinco de Mayo in every meal. Make a Cinco de Mayo lunch HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
sew grown: Blast off Rocket Ship Tutorial
Great stuffed toy rocket ship! It looks very cuddly! I would add flames on the bottom.