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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how you can make a fleece quillow, a blanket that folds up into a pillow. It’s a quick, easy project when you use fleece, and it makes a great gift. Use it as a pillow … Read More...
I love all kinds of crafts, and I also love to make crafting and scrapbooking as simple as possible. Sometimes you just want to whip out a five minute project to feel creatively fulfilled right? Over on my personal blog … Read More...
I’m still on a tiny house kick. This project is a mixed media deal – polymer clay, paint, wooden bases and whatever embellishments you care to use. The tutorial uses white poly clay for the base but if you have … Read More...
Losing a pet is so difficult, it’s losing a member of the family. If someone you know has lost a beloved pet let them know you’re thinking about them with a sweet card like this one from Nicole Magouirk. She’s … Read More...
Patty Young from Modkid shares a free pattern for making her Picnic Time Casserole Carrier. It’s fully insulated to keep your dish warm (or chilled) until time to be served. It has padded and reinforced handles for easy carrying, and … Read More...
