When you think of braided jewelry, you may think of a time when things were a little more free spirited and relaxed. This 8 strand braided bracelet gives a whole new look to the handmade leather bracelets. It also looks … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a skirt from a jacket
Look, a skirt from a jacket! This DIY is by Geneva from A Pair & A Spare. It’s a simple refashion that doesn’t require a pattern or sewing any complicated closures. Men’s jackets work well for this, as you’ll need … Read More...
Star Wars Halloween Masks and Pumpkin Carving Stencils
So I hear that there’s some excitement surrounding Star Wars 
lately for some reason? 😉 Then I guess I don’t have to say much more than click over right now to the link below to find these awesome printable vintage … Read More...
Tutorial: Sleeping Bat Pendant from Clay
Here’s a neat Halloween decoration to try that isn’t one more pumpkin: a sleeping bat, either as pendant or hanging decoration. In the video, the bat is highlighted with mica powders but you could simply use paint and a … Read More...
DIY: Geometric quilt for wall or bed
This stunning quilt (top) came about after Jeran McConnel of Oleander and Palm spied a geometric style rug from Anthropologie that spoke to her. As a statement piece for the home, I prefer her quilt. If you like it too, … Read More...
The Best Tips & Tricks You’ll Find For PAINTING
Painting is one of those projects that most absolutely dread. It can be somewhat tedious and if not done correctly, flaws show quite obviously. Take a look at this post from Remodelaholic and check out their best tips and tricks … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY contrast shoulder blouse
Shirts with contrast shoulders are trendy. I saw them all over the stores when I went shopping with my daughter last weekend. Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can DIY the look, starting with a plain shirt and … Read More...
Hot Cocoa Wedding Favors
Planning a Winter wedding? Send your guests home with warm wishes of thanks with this adorable idea of a hot cocoa mix. It’s so easy to put together, and fairly cheap as well. It’s something your guests are sure to … Read More...
White Chicken Chili for Two
As my daughter gets older and more independent, I find that is just me and my husband again for dinners. I’m not ready for the college and empty nest phase, but at least I have a few more years to … Read More...
Tutorial: Velcro bedskirt
Hide an ugly metal bedframe with a bedskirt! Mandi from A Beautiful Mess shows how you can make a bedskirt that attaches with Velcro. I’m loving the Velcro idea because, really, who wants to remove a mattress every time you … Read More...
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Skulls
In case you are still looking for something to make for Halloween dinner this year, try these scary skulls stuffed with cheesy chicken and broccoli. I’m also showing this so you can see a different use for the pans besides … Read More...
Make Your Own Life Size Pumpkin Memory Game
If your Halloween party will include several young guests, this DIY pumpkin memory game is a wonderful activity choice. Simply create various pairs of pumpkin faces on orange dollar store paper plates
and challenge kids to try to find matching … Read More...
Apple Rum Raisin Cake
If you still have some apples that you need to use up, here is a cake that speaks fall and the holidays. This would be a great dessert for your fall dinner, potluck or buffet table. It would also make … Read More...
How to wood burn a “couple” set of letters
Initials are a fun way decorate and wouldn’t these letters with an ampersand make a great gift for newlyweds or an anniversary gift? To embellish the surface I wood burned the letters with their own letter and the ampersand with … Read More...
DIY Sharpie Treat Bag Toppers
Guys, can you believe that Halloween is ONLY 3 days away? So close, but you still have a little bit of time for some last minute DIY’s. These treat bag toppers by Andrea at The Beautydojo look super easy and … Read More...
Tutorial: Ribbon tie tablet case
The ribbon tie makes a pretty bow at the top of this tablet case. It also makes it an easy sewing project. Bev from Flamingo Toes guest blogs at Lil’ Luna showing how you can make one. A pocket on … Read More...
Knit Mitts Inspired by Lit
A lot of the knitting-related stories and roundups you see on other, more mainstream, non-knitting websites are usually pretty silly, but this is a great one.
Recently Book Riot collected 22 patterns for knit mitts and mittens (and they actually … Read More...
Throw Out Your $80 Masks and Make This Cheap DIY Version
Have you ever wondered why you can’t make your own beauty products? Well so did this lady and that is why she took the ingredients from an $80 (non disclosed) product and re-created it with natural ingredients. This is one … Read More...
DIY Christmas Village – Duct Tape & Tissues Boxes
These Tissues Boxes have been revamped in to a Little Glitzy Christmas Village. This would make a great pretend play activity in the Classroom or play area. The boxes are pale in color making them perfect for sensitive kids or … Read More...
Project: Holiday Paper Banner
This wonderfully festive banner is perfect to decorate your mantle for the holidays! It has such a great retro vibe. The October Afternoon blog will show you step by step how to make paper rosettes, add trims, chipboard letters and … Read More...