Dress up a chocolate bar
for Dad with this free printable Father’s Day gift idea from Online Labels. You’ll also get all the instructions for making the “suit” from cardstock. Definitely better than an ugly tie!
Get it below.
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Dr. Who Party Treats
Do you have a big Dr. Who fan in your family? Here are some cute ideas to use for a birthday party or maybe just to snack on while the family enjoys watching the show together. The family can get … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew patriotic wind sock for 4th of July
The Ribbon Retreat shows how you can make a patriotic wind sock out of an embroidery hoop and a variety of ribbons and trims. You could also mix in some fabric scraps if you can’t find enough different kinds of … Read More...
Tutorial: Scribbly stitching applique
Pam from Threading My Way shows how to do scribbly stitching applique that works well for stitching around tiny or complex applique pieces. It might also be referred to as wonky stitching or sketchy stitching. It looks like free … Read More...
Man Knits a Movie on a Scarf
This may be one of the strangest uses of knitting I’ve ever encountered.
Greg Climer, a fashion designer and member of the faculty at Parsons New School of Design has developed a method to turn film into knitting and back … Read More...
Tutorial: Kantha needle book
Sara from Radiant Home Studio shows how you can make a beautiful kantha needle book like this one. The fabric is pieced from small scraps of fabric – no rules, no matching corners, just sewn together. Kantha inspired running stitches … Read More...
Patriotic Knits for American Holidays
Flag Day is coming up this weekend, and after that the Fourth of July is right around the corner, so it makes sense to take a look at some knits that will have you stitching red, white and blue.
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Make Your Own Outdoor Tiki Torches From Copper Piping
These outdoor tiki torches are a great addition to any backyard space this Summer! They give the perfect touch of modern design, yet provide you with a great décor and lighting option for your outdoor parties. Made from copper piping, … Read More...
Cookie Monster Cotton Candy Ice Cream Cones
I’m pretty sure if you look up adorable or cute, one of the items created by Beth at Hungry Happenings will show up. Cookie Monster was one of my favorite characters from Sesame Street! This is a two ingredient ice … Read More...
Free Pattern – Doll Carry Basket
Little girl’s and boy’s will love playing Mum’s and Dad’s with this hand made baby basket. A great birthday gift as it will grow with the child as games go from simply playing with dolls to make believe story lines … Read More...
Should Ear Piercing Of Babies Be Banned?
A Storm has erupted across the internet as it was reported in the Mirror (UK Newspaper) that a petition is being signed to ban ear piercing of babies and small children. This picture above is of Little Baby Taylor from … Read More...
23 Amazing Star Wars Party Ideas
With Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens being released at the end of the year, I predict Star Wars birthday parties will experience a surge in popularity.
This roundup of party ideas would be perfect for the little … Read More...
Technique: African Animals Card Using Die Cuts for Stenciling
Stenciling is so popular right now but sometimes you might now have the stencil shape you need. Well, here’s a little tip try using die cut or punched paper shapes as a stencil. This cool African Safari themed card from … Read More...
Beautiful and Meaningful Anniversary Gift Idea for $0!!
Do you know someone with a special anniversary coming up? Or maybe you have one coming up for yourself? This gift idea from the blog My Love For Words is absolutely beautiful and can be put together for $0! Simply … Read More...
Tutorial: Insulated travel snack bag
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shows how you can make this insulated travel snack bag. The insulation will help keep your snacks cool. She made it for her young son to take to day care. But it doesn’t have … Read More...
This 5 Minute Donut Mug Cake Is Amazing!
This idea for the Donut Mug Cake was featured by Babble for June 5, the National Donut Day. I am actually quite sorry I missed it, but hey, in my eyes, everyday is a Donut Day!
The simple recipe, the … Read More...
Let’s Go to Turkey and Learn Glass Working with Bronwen Heilman
One of my favorite glass workers (and people) is Bronwen Heilman and she’s off to Turkey to teach. Let’s go! I saw this when I was at the GAS conference this past weekend. The Glass Furnace in Istanbul had a … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric bow bracelet
Wear a bow on your wrist when you put on a pretty fabric bow bracelet. Melissa Mortenson from Polkadot Chair shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs showing how you can make them. This is a good project to … Read More...
Fluffernutter Baked Donuts
Here is a donut recipe with a yummy peanut butter and fluff frosting. I might just start making this frosting for all my plain donuts or any dessert. A reminder that the donut giveaway ends this Friday. You could win … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Beach towel swim cover up poncho
Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how you can make a swim cover up poncho. It’s quick and easy to make out of a beach towel. It has a deep slit at the neck so it slides over the … Read More...