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This summer party from Create. Craft. Love gets an “A+” in my book for thrifty creativity. Using dollar store materials and free printables, Jill has put together a colorful kid-friendly party that gets everyone up and moving. Add a few … Read More...
If you want to make an extra special gift for a new father, check out this amazing personalized tie using this tutorial posted by Jamielyn on I Heart Naptime. Who wouldn’t love to get a gift featuring a baby’s hand … Read More...
Melissa from A Happy Stitch shares a tutorial at Andrea’s Notebook showing how you can make this flirty summer skirt. The short full skirt has a flat front yoke to minimize fullness at the hip. The back is gathered on … Read More...
This is a combo of fun and useful. Cover your pen with polymer clay and create a lightsaber. The tutorial steps through how to make the pen and the hilt becomes the pen cap. I’d look for and use glow … Read More...
Dana from MADE shares an updated version of her Perfect Diaper + Nappy Cover free pattern. She published the original Perfect Diaper pattern waaaay back in 2008, which in blogging years was, like, forever ago. Her updated version has more … Read More...
A busted zipper doesn’t have to send your garment to the trash bin. Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how you can replace the zipper and salvage the garment. Her tutorial shows two methods for replacing a zipper – one … Read More...
I eat a lot of ice cream during the summer, since I don’t eat a lot during the cold months. Occasionally, I enjoy a blizzard. I might try this over the summer since my daughter and I really like peanut … Read More...
Keeping a clean and tidy home is essential for a healthy and happy living environment. However, many of the household cleaners available on the market are not only expensive but also contain harsh chemicals that can be harmful to both … Read More...
Love love love the colors of this Leopard print clutch. This free crochet pattern by Molla is available here on Ravelry. I don’t think I would change the colors of this pattern, as the yellow and purple work well together. … Read More...
Ruffle yarns just keep hanging on in popularity, and they’re great for kids who love frilly projects. I have one worked in a lace fabric yarn that my daughter just loves to play with.
Nanny Craft 4 U has a … Read More...
Next time you want to let the kids design their own colorful t-shirts, forget about trying messy tie-dye! Instead, grab a t-shirt, some sand paper, and a few basic craft supplies. Using these, kids can draw a special design … Read More...
Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a free pattern for her Everyday Boho Dress for girls. This is the perfect play dress for spring and summer! It’s a tunic dress gathered on to a straight toke, with cut on short sleeves. … Read More...
Today’s Feature Friday post is highlighting a beautiful shop from Etsy named JBM Designs. Jodie’s’ jewelry has a very elegant flare and is something that will appeal to almost anyone. She has handmade artisan jewelry featuring handcrafted necklaces, wire wrapped… Read More...
… Read More...Liz is sharing a peek into the first year of her baby book for her little one. She used a Project Life kits, and also made her own journaling cards to suit. I love how she started it off documenting
This bowl is a variation on a popular theme – making small dishes and bowls from polymer clay. You could do the same from air dry clay but this tutorial uses oven bake clay, flowers to create an impression and … Read More...
Wendy A. Gardner of “Naughty Naughty Pets” has a posting on Martha Stewart’s on how to make this adorable wet felted “Sunny-Side Up: An Eggcellent”! Wet felting is the process of taking pure raw wool fibers and shrinking it down … Read More...
Some of the iPad and iPhone stands in this list are so cute and clever! Some are high end and sleek but quite a bunch are able to be made with stuff you have around your home or office.… Read More...
Few things are less exciting than getting the news that a new baby will be joining your family. If you have a sweet little one on the way and are looking for some fun projects to make, these 7 patterns … Read More...
This collection of knit bags is perfect for carrying all of your summer essentials. Whether you’re heading to the library or the farmers’ market, the park or the beach, these bags will make it easy to carry all of your … Read More...
With all the Bohemian/gypsy trends coming into the market you are going to love this free pattern. The vest comes together quickly and is perfect paired with a pair of jeans or long gypsy skirt. Lace Vest Crochet Pattern. … Read More...
