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...
40 great DIY iPhone and iPad stands and tripods
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...
7 More Knitting Patterns For Baby
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...
A Bunch of Knit Bags to Hold Your Stuff
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...
DIY – Broomstick Stitch Lace Vest
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...
27 Best Summer Party Hacks
No matter what type of summer party you’re planning, you’ll find great tips to help entertain with less stress in this roundup of clever party hacks. My favorite suggestion is cooling drinks with frozen water balloons instead of messy ice … Read More...
How to Build a Campfire
While building a real campfire can be fascinating — and dangerous — for kids, they can build one of these miniature campfires with no worries. All you need is on old CD (or anything sturdy and round), some small rocks, … Read More...
Tip: Wood Burning with Rubber Stamps
Think outside the box (or maybe I should say paper :)) and take your stamping into other crafting areas but using them as a template. For instance stamped images can be sewn over for embroidery designs or used as a … Read More...
Tutorial: Daddy Diaper Clutch
Years ago dads may have escaped from diaper duty, but modern dads are expected to change their fair share of dirty diapers. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to make a diaper clutch that dads won’t … Read More...
Tutorial: On-Point Triangle Pillow
Turn a half-square triangle on its side and this is what you get, says Karin of Leigh Laurel Studios. She adds,
Crisp coral and white on-point triangles add a pop of color to any summer decor.
She whipped up this … Read More...
Lots of Charity Knitting News
Somehow I missed doing a knitting in the news roundup last week, and now I’ve got a bunch, so we’re going to do it lightning round style. Knitters are doing awesome things all over the place!
Like the Mad Hatters… Read More...
Entenmann’s French Toast Soft’ees review
I received a wonderful surprise in the mail from Entenmann’s! First, I would like to note that I am not being paid by Entenmann’s and the opinion listed below is my own.
If you have not picked up a box … Read More...
Tutorial: Retro Diner Bucket Bag
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for their Retro Diner Bucket Bag. It’s a sleek structured tote with a cool chevron accent. They used sparkle vinyl just like you’d find covering the seat cushions of a retro diner. On the inside it’s … Read More...
10 great ideas for repurposing umbrellas
I have embellished umbrellas with Duck tape and lace but this list of 10 ways to repurpose umbrellas really has some innovative uses for the fabric part and the framework like this project that features the frame used to display … Read More...
Free Pattern – Happy Harlequin
This colorful rainbow oozing, color flowing, smile inducing blanket pattern is free. You need to rummage for shades of bright yarn if you are to achieve the same look as this but it’s amazing! Free Harlequin Blanket Pattern.
Free Printable – Cold And Flu Survival Kit
How thoughtful would it be to be gifted one of these cold and flu baskets next time you are sick? Okay so the honey bear
is what makes it cute, but it’s totally practical too. Apart from the fresh lemon, … Read More...
100 Patriotic Ideas for Your Memorial Day Party
Whether you’re looking for last minute Memorial Day ideas or thinking ahead to your Fourth of July celebration, this roundup of 100 patriotic recipes, crafts, and decor ideas is sure to please. There are ideas suitable for almost any type … Read More...
Project: Gnome Shaker Card
Cute little gnomes are popping up in gardens every where and also on cards. Shake up a little fun with this adorable Gnome shaker card filled with colorful sequins. Laura from Card Making is Fun has a video tutorial on … Read More...
Traveling Play Kit for Kids
I recently found a vintage looking suitcase at a rummage sale so I went online to find a creative way to use it for the kids. When I ran across this idea, posted by Britney on The Princess and Her … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew necklace tee
Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can make this no-sew Necklace Tee. All you need is a t-shirt and a pair of scissors. The cut outs at the neck can end up low cut, but you can layer it over … Read More...