If you’re a fan of Star Wars and Valentine’s Day, these free printable Star Wars Valentines are sure to be a hit! Whether you’re looking for something to give to the kids in their classroom or to friends and family … Read More...
Tutorial: Rainbow Pinch Pots
Meri calls this tutorial a colour sorting exercise – I’d say it’s just plain old fun. Pinch pots are a great project with air dry, oven bake or kiln fired clays. Of course, with polymer clay you can do them … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy upcycled sweater laptop tote
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows how you can make a smart laptop bag out of an old sweater. The outside of the bag is made from a sweater, and handles are made from an old belt. And even though … Read More...
Pixar’s “Ratatouille”
I love Disney movies in general. “Ratatouille” is a favorite of mine, and loved watching how Remy and Linguini worked together and helped each other fulfill their dreams. Since I’m not a big eggplant and zucchini fan, this didn’t really … Read More...
Homemade Spaghetti and Sausage Bites
I love finding those “Why didn’t I think of that” ideas. This is one that I might have to try sometime. I’ve tried making fresh noodles in the past and wasn’t very successful, but it might be time to try … Read More...
Tutorial: Adult coloring book pencil roll
Have you gotten on the adult coloring book kick yet? Here’s a pencil roll you can make to keep your Colored Pencils organized and ready to go. Nina Makes shares a tutorial showing how to make one. Her dimensions make … Read More...
Mardi Gras Cheesecake
Super Bowl today, Chinese New Year tomorrow, and Mardi Gras on Tuesday. These next three days is full of partying, eating and celebrating. Usually you have a King Cake to celebrate Mardi Gras. Amy from Amy in the Kitchen has … Read More...
25+ DIY Gifts for Him or Her
These DIY keepsake gifts for him or her are perfect for Valentine’s day, birthday’s, weddings, anniversary’s, or any other special occasion. Nell Kartychok from the Rhythms of Play blog rounded up over 25 projects that you can make for your … Read More...
Join The DIY Craft Challenge at Adevntures In Making!
Join the DIY Craft Challenge at Adventures-In-Making! I’ve shared it before, but now the challenge by Alison and Rachel is back! Each month they choose a new theme to explore from the many shapes, mediums, and subjects that surround … Read More...
Cantonese Roast Chicken
Most of us are getting ready for the Super Bowl tonight. Others might be getting ready to celebrate the Chinese New Year that officially starts on February 8th. It is the year of the monkey. Even if you don’t celebrate … Read More...
Free Printable Teacher Notes
Print off these fun Teacher notes to hand out in class or to slip inside homework books. The illustrations are adorable! Visit the website and print off the Free Printable Teacher classroom notes.
Free Pattern – Boho Tassel Crochet Bag
The Bohemian gypsy in me is in Love with this bag. It’s probably better suited to someone without children as if you’re anything like me you get tangled, twisted and knotted together when wearing tassels around children. Once my daughter … Read More...
You Have a Piece Of My Heart
This free Cross Stitch chart is great for any time of year but we thought it would be nice for Valentine’s day. You are going to have to be quick if you want to gift it this year though. I … Read More...
Project: Star Wars Foil Cards
Using a Minc foiling machine and fun Star Wars inspired digital images Jin from Under Cherry Tree made these adorable cards. If you’ve got a Star Wars fan on your card list they will get a blast out of these! … Read More...
Tutorial: Collapsible fabric organizer box with zippered base
Every time I go to IKEA, I get a set of SKUBB boxes
. The fabric organizing boxes have zippers down the middle that allows them to store flat when not in use. Who can’t always use more of those … Read More...
Free applique cat pattern
Larissa from mmmcrafts created this adorbs cat applique to embellish a dress she made for her daughter. It makes it. And being a generous sewer, she shares the pattern with her readers as a free download. She describes the process … Read More...
Tutorial: How to mend ripped jeans
A rip in the knee of your jeans isn’t so bad. But get a rip in the inner thigh or crotch area and those jeans are out of commission. Unless you fix them, of course. Julie from Crafting a Green … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew Celtic knot headband from a recycled t-shirt
Melissa from The Eyes of a Boy shows how to make this Celtic knot headband out of an old t-shirt – with no sewing required. You can make the whole thing by just cutting, knotting, and gluing, though if you … Read More...
Getting That Professional Designer Look in Your Home – For A LOT Less
We all love to have a beautiful home. There’s just something about having your space put together that helps it feel more like your own personal space. However, getting that look comes with a pretty hefty price tag. Hiring your … Read More...
DIY Valentines From Popsicle Sticks
This DIY popsicle stick Valentine craft idea is perfect to make with kids (or not!). Jess from Make and Do created these and say that “They are inexpensive, easy and double as wall art after Valentine’s Day … Read More...