With Batman vs Superman already out and Captain America and X-Men coming out later this year, I thought it would be a great time to feature this fabulous round up of 12 superhero crafts.
Claire from Pillar Blue Box shared … Read More...
How To Self-Publish A Coloring Book
As artists and crafters we often see something and think “I could make/do that”. At least I do and I’m sure I’m not alone. I’ve definitely thought that about coloring pages. I love drawing and am working on designing some. … Read More...
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-Heather
Faux Knit Camel Stitch Crochet Blanket
Try saying that title fast 10 times. This blanket has the look of Knit but it is actually Crochet. You’re wondering why would we want it to look like knit if we crochet it? I am not sure I know … Read More...
5 Hormone Balancing Super Foods and DIY Recipes
Nature strikes back with this article on 5 of the Superfoods you need to eat to try and Balanace your hormones. This article is really detailed and explains why each food is helpful to your system. I think my only … Read More...
DIY Window Clings
Love these window clings. They are the perfect way to take great photos. Have your kids create flying super heros or even just birds. Then use a iPad of camera to snap some fun photos. DIY Window Clings.
Tutorial: No-sew plopping towel for frizz-free curly hair
Curly hair girls, this post is for you. Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns shows how you can use a plopping towel to let your hair dry all scrunched up to keep it from frizzing. It’s super easy … Read More...
Project: Flower Nosegay Card
This pretty card features a flat version of a nosegay (paper cone flower holder) filled with stamped flowers instead of real. It’s easy to make using a square piece of patterned paper. The Denami Stamp blog has directions.
-Heather
Book and giveaway at Martingale
Superstar quilters, Christa Watson and Angela Walters, have coauthored a book, The Ultimate Guide to Machine Quilting. Over at Martingale’s blog, Stitch This!, they are celebrating the release by giving away a copy of the book. Go there… Read More...
Tutorial: Fusible fabric pillow sewing project for kids
Carolynn from Black Walnut Stitch Studio shares a tutorial for a great kids’ sewing project. It’s a simple square pillow embellished up with images cut from novelty fabrics and fused down with fusible webbing. The sewing part is easy for … Read More...
Show & Tell | 52 Recipes Minibook
Megan at The Nerd Nest shows the minibook she made to document a year of recipes, one for each week.
… Read More...She used a printable recipe template with decorative papers, a Handbook and inserts from Studio Calico, past project Life kits
4 Free Mother’s Day Prints For Hanging or Journaling
Grab these free printable posters for Mother’s Day over at The Dating Divas. Use them in your own space as inspiration, gift to a mama friend, or use as decor for a Mother’s Day party.
… Read More...The prints come in larger
Review: Prima Water Color Pencils
The always amazing designer Danita has one of my favorite shops on Etsy. Her blog is wonderful too, she shares her works in progress, finished art and has started sharing product reviews. Recently she reviewed the new Water Color … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Velvet back fabric headband
A little velvet ribbon on the back of a headband will help keep it from slipping. Kelli from The Willow Market shows how you can make a fabric headband with velvet on the back. It also has a bit of … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy 15-minute reversible placemat
Marissa from v shows how to sew an easy reversible placemat. All you need is two cute fabric prints, and 15 minutes. It’s all simple straight seams, which makes this a great first sewing project. Make up a bunch to … Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycled jeans bike pannier backpack
Misako Mimoko shares a tutorial at Handmade Charlotte showing how to make a bike pannier backpack out of old jeans or sturdy pants. The military-style bag attaches to the back of your bike. Or, if you leave off the straps … Read More...
The Top 3 Tips for Running a Booth
It is Spring craft fair season again, are you ready? Are you working any booths? The folks over at Creative Income have put together their top 3 tips for running a craft booth so I wanted to share them with … Read More...
S’mores Macaron
How lovely would these look on the dessert table. Great dessert for prom, bridal shower, baby shower, and manly enough for Father’s Day. I love the blue coloring and of course the s’mores flavor filling. Anett from Oh, Sprinkles! created … Read More...
10 Ways to Make a Greenhouse from Old Windows
If you’re a fan of upcycling and DIY projects, using old windows to create your very own greenhouse is a must-try. Not only will you be repurposing an old item, but you’ll also be able to enjoy the benefits of … Read More...
Banoffee Pie Protein Smoothie
Now here is an enjoyable way to get those extra proteins into your diet. A smoothie that is only 200 calories and 11.6 grams of protein. I may actually become a morning person if I woke up to enjoy this … Read More...