photo credit: Rolling Spoons
Because pumpkin shouldn’t be limited to the fall, this no bake pumpkin tiramisu is perfect for the spring and summer months. Even in the summer months, there are some cool days that you need to enjoy … Read More...
Free Pattern – Little Girls Crochet Top
This little girls top is so pretty. I love the texture the different stitches give it. I must say I know a certain little girl in our house who would love this as it is in her favourite color. You … Read More...
Does This Really Work? – DIY Bed Wetting Cure
You may have heard of this natural remedy before but have you actually tried it? Use Cypress Essential oil to calm an over active bladder and reduce and potentially cure bedtime accidents. Does it sound too good to be true? … Read More...
How To Back Stitch Trellis
Here is a list of tutorials on how to achieve the Back Stitch Trellis Stitch. It is great for filling in large areas.
Project: Mixed Media Tag
Each month designer Tim Holtz shares an amazing tag full of mixed media and stamping tips and techniques. For the month of May he’s flashing back to some of his favorite ideas combining them into a whole new tag. Learn … Read More...
Mother’s Day
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmas, aunts, and dads that have to play mom. May your day be filled with love, new and old memories, and some well deserved me time.
Project: Baby Card Box
Busy new mothers might need to send out lots of thank you cards for all the gifts and help they’ve received but they probably don’t have time to make or buy cards. Gift them a set of cards you make … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew pom pom umbrella
Everything is made cuter with pom pom trim, and this umbrella is no exception. So cute you might actually be hoping for a rainy day just to carry this around! Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make … Read More...
Sewing kit essentials, and the items you can do without
Want to learn to sew, but overwhelmed by all the tools and notions? Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine has some help for you. She gives a list of the must-have items for a sewing kit. But she doesn’t … Read More...
Red, White, and Blue Ice Cubes
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Dress up those boring ice cubes for your next barbecue or gathering. Is it to early to think about Memorial Day or 4th of July? Maybe you can make these for a superhero party. Amy at … Read More...
Tutorial: Thread rack for your thread cones and larger spools
While most thread racks hold smaller spools, this thread rack is made for your larger spools and cones of thread. And it has an industrial, almost rustic look, that is quite awesome. Anna from Plan B shows how you can … Read More...
Ice Cream with Maple, Candied Bacon and Pecan
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Warm weather means ice cream season is here. This ice cream is perfect for the adults to enjoy! Let the kids have their favorite flavors and enjoy making your new favorite ice cream. Jaymee … Read More...
45 Tricks To Make Life in the Kitchen Easier
There are certain things in our lives that we just need a way to make things easier. Tips and tricks for life in the kitchen is one of those things. This post has some awesome ideas for kitchen hacks that … Read More...
Chicken Flat Bread Wraps
photo credit: Wright Family Table
Warm weather means more barbecues, picnics, hikes and trips to the beach. Here is a great chicken wrap for your outdoor adventures. Melissa at the Wright Family Table has created these sandwiches that are so … Read More...
Why adults coloring books are the latest trend
The adult coloring trend won’t be going away anytime soon. Here is a really interesting article by The Washington Post, explaining a few reasons why adult coloring books are so popular!
In 2015, an estimated 12 million adult coloring books … Read More...
This Vintage-Style Knit Headband is Perfect for Summer
I hate real headbands because they always feel like they are pinching my head, but knit and crocheted headbands I can get behind (I actually just made myself a finger-crocheted headband that was super simple and is really cute and … Read More...
Petite Fours With Lilacs
photo credit: Rose & Ivy
The smell of lilacs in the spring is a heavenly scent and beautiful sight. These lovely vanilla petite fours with lilacs created by Rose & Ivy would be a great dessert for Mother’s day. These … Read More...
Mesmerizing Rainbow Science – So Pretty Too
You’re forgiven for thinking this is so cute you want to try it just for yourself. I don’t recall science being so cool when I was a kid. It’s a fun little project that takes very little time. If you … Read More...
How To Crochet – Diamond Mesh Stitch
How to crochet the diamond mesh stitch. A simple, nice and easy lace stitch. Work it with cotton, rayon, viscose or any kind of summer yarn! Ideal for crochet tops, curtains, shawls, scarves
Project: Grad Gift Card Holders
Cindy Shuster has directions for making 2 different gift card holder cards along with instructions for making a tassel from twine, perfect for making Graduation cards. Visit her blog Nutmeg Creations for all the details.
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