I can’t wait to try this transfer technique as all it requires is water and a round-tipped marker capped pen
like a Sharpie. Both of which I have on hand. Pop on over to the blog Diddle Dumpling for the … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Waterproof pocket baby bib
Kim from Bugaboo City shares a free pattern for a baby bib that perfect for mealtime. It’s waterproof and wipes clean easily, and a pocket at the bottom will help keep crumbs from falling into baby’s lap. The fabric is … Read More...
Crate to coffee table
Do you recyclers do “alley” runs”? I love that term. I do know the Sunday night/Monday morning walks through my neighborhood can sometimes be a treasure hunt but I can’t say as I have alleys in my normal repertoire of … Read More...
Apple Cupcakes with Dulce De Leche Buttercream
Soon it will be apple picking time, and that means apple pies and possibly this cupcake. I’m not ready for summer to end yet, but I do love the fall weather. We won’t discuss what comes after that! I love … Read More...
Selvages and how to read them
Used to be, fabric selvages were just trimmed off and tossed in the trash. Now, people save those selvages and piece them together to make beautiful but labor intensive projects. Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a couple of posts … Read More...
Banana Smoothie Breakfast Bites
I’m always in search of a breakfast item, that I can send out the door with my daughter. Unfortunately, she is like me as a teen and doesn’t have breakfast before school. The extra sleep is so vital for teens. … Read More...
Clay House – Tea Light Candle Holder
This charming little clay house is a delightful craft project that is both easy to make and visually appealing. The design is simple and straightforward, yet the end result is quite stunning. These miniature light houses would make excellent gifts … Read More...
Deborah Newton Designs Hat for Christmas at Sea
There are lots of different charities and places where you can send knit items to bring a little warmth to other people, but one that I really love the idea of is the Seamen’s Church Institute’s Christmas at Sea.
The … Read More...
Project: Christmas Deer Card
Gina K has a video tutorial to help you get an early start on your holiday cards. She’ll walk you through making this adorable deer card made with techniques like stamping, heat embossing, die cutting and coloring with Copic markers. … Read More...
Tutorial: Fringed leather clutch
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make this fringed leather clutch. The pink leather she used is positively yummy! Especially with that bit of floral fabric peeking out the top along the zipper. The small purse is … Read More...
8 Teacher Appreciation Gifts You Can Give In A Jar
Ok, I know a lot of you are probably tired of seeing the “mason jar craft ideas”, but let’s face it, gifts in a jar are just fun. Not only are glass jars a great way to showcase the gift … Read More...
Tutorial: Composition book cover with apple applique
Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make this composition cook cover with apple appliques and a button tab closure. Whether you make it for back-to-school or just because, it’s a … Read More...
Freebie | 24 School Fonts
Looking for the perfect fonts for back-to-school and other school memories? ScrapStacks has got you covered with this round-up of 24 school styled fonts. Whether it’s for pre-K, Kindergarten, grade school or older, you’ll find a font that works.
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Tutorial: Polymer Clay Skull Necklace
Looking forward to Halloween, here’s a string of handmade skull beads. You could add more beads or use a firmer clay and get more details on the beads. The tutorial comments that clay is pretty hard out of the package … Read More...
Homemade Instant Oatmeal 5 Ways
With school in session or about to be in session, you want to make sure your kids have a hearty breakfast to get them through the day. That isn’t always possible, but give them something homemade such as oatmeal. It … Read More...
Tip: Using Paper Scraps
As card makers I’m sure we all have a few or maybe even lots and lots 🙂 of paper scraps. We save them because they are too pretty to throw away and we just know we’ll find a use for … Read More...
Dr. Who Cookie Favors
For my Dr. Who fans, here are some cookies to make for yourself or as favors for a special occasion. These cookies were actually made as wedding favors. You can also find some Dr. Who bridal shower ideas too. But … Read More...
Giveaway: 52 Weeks of Dishcloths
Congratulations to Carina, Anne L. and Annette!
I love knitting things that I know are going to get a lot of use. Sweaters are great, but even as always-cold as I am, they only get used for a pretty small … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy kimono cardigan
A kimono cardigan adds a punch of color and pattern to a simple t-shirt and jeans outfit. Elizabeth and LiZ from Simple Simon & Co. share a tutorial at Lolly Jane showing how you can make one. They’re super simple … Read More...
Sea Glass Carousal Opens in New York City
Over at the web site, contemporist.com they should images and video of Battery Park’s newest attraction, the SeaGlass Carousel. Lucky New York City. I’ll have to go check it out next time in the city. It was designed by WXY … Read More...