I don’t know what’s more crazy – Looking at cat’s in hats or the people who put them there. Sara Thomas of Scooter Knits is to blame for this adorable crazy cat craze with her book Cats in Hats
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How to Find Out What Your Knitting is Worth
I spent the day Sunday at a little book festival where I was really trying to sell books (want to buy one of my books? I have lots of both books and will autograph and ship, so hit me up … Read More...
Garden in a Glove – Greenhouse Project
If your kids want to help you in the garden, you might want to try this fun experiment with them. Let them create their own miniature greenhouse out of a plastic glove. Simply stuff each finger and the thumb of … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a skirt from your old pants
Emily from Nap Time Creations shows how you can refashion an old pair of pants into a cute new skirt. This is a great project for pants that are showing wear at the knees, or perhaps have a leg shape … Read More...
Tutorial: Prairie points throw pillow
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making a pillow edged with prairie points. The back is an envelope closure with buttons, with three prairie points accenting each buttonhole. They used a package of pre-cut charm squares to make all of the … Read More...
Photography for Scrapbookers | Taking Vacation Photos With Your Smartphone
I’ve just come back from a short family vacation, and once again, I captured the majority of it using only my smartphone – a Samsung Galxy S4. I’m still blown away by the quality of the photos I can get … Read More...
55 ways to transform bride’s maid, prom and formal dresses
Haven’t we all been stuck with a bride’s maid dress, an old prom dress or need a pretty dress and want to upcycle something in our closet to fit our special occasion? Over at the blog Paris Ciel there is … Read More...
7 Metal Stamped Craft Ideas
Metal textures and colours are a big trend in the decorating world right now, and thanks to metals being a great medium to work with, the possibilities for crafting are countless. This list has 7 craft ideas that you can … Read More...
Party Food – Beach Sand Pudding
Is it a decoration or dessert? It really does look like a pail of sand, when you look at it quickly. This would be a really cute dessert for a summer party. It’s easy to make and sounds like you … Read More...
Free Pattern – Patons Rose Bag
I know we all love a bag pattern and this newbie is from Patons and is free for download. what is your favorite yarn to use for bags? They have to be durable and long lasting so what tips can … Read More...
Project: Frame Your Stamping
Stamp, heat emboss and add some ink to make a wonderful home decor framed piece of art work using your stamps. Find out more over on the Crafter’s Companion blog.
-Heather
Tutorial: Charm square or scrap fabric tray
Here’s a quick little project for using your orphan charm squares (or maybe just some scraps you’ve cut to charm square size). Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how you can make a small fabric tray. Your fabric tray … Read More...
Preserve Your Favorite Blossoms With This Pressed Flower Botanical Jewelry
This is the time of the year when we notice the beautiful blossoms coming up in our yards and we can enjoy the wonderful colors of Spring and Summer. This post shows a great way you can preserve those blossoms … Read More...
Tutorial: Mod shift swim cover up
You can make a mod shift swim cover up out of two towels. Catherine from Frisky Scissors shares a vintage project sheet from Martex towels telling how to do it. They’re made like a pillowcase dress, but out of absorbent … Read More...
Technique: Inked Embossing Folder
Did you know you can add color to your embossing folders by inking them before embossing? This add a whole new layer to using those folders! Kristine over at Stamping and Scrapping in California will show you how to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Dollar Tree Rag rug bag
Ronja from Nur Noch shows how a rag rug can become a cool new bag. The woven rug creates a colorful and textured outside for the bag without you having to do any actual weaving. The tassels on the ends … Read More...
Red, White and Blue Cupcakes
Wow! Am I the only person that needs to stop time for one day! It’s hard to believe that Memorial Day is next weekend! For us, it is the official kick off of the barbecue season! Everyone gets excited to … Read More...
Free pattern: Travel sewing caddy
Irene from Serger Pepper shares a free pattern at So Sew Easy for making a travel sewing caddy. This clever sewing kit carries like a small purse, but it opens flat to give you easy access to all the contents. … Read More...
Free Pattern – Mr & Mrs Chair Wedding Sign
How adorable is this? Perfect for a country or shabby chic wedding. These chair tie backs are dainty and could be hung in a bedroom or off a bead-head as a keepsake. These would make wonderful bridal shower gifts. Free … Read More...
Cutting Practice Spider
It is a good idea to come up with fun and creative ideas to help preschoolers practice their cutting skills! After all, it is better to let them practice cutting on paper, yarn, and other items than to have them … Read More...