Oh this is good! If you are in need of a great tutorial on how to build a sweater drying rack pop on over to the blog Sawdust Girl. What she used to make the surface is just a brilliant … Read More...
Tutorial: How to set snaps
After nearly 15 years of sewing, setting snap
s still makes me nervous. I get confused about which pieces go where, and I have yet to master squeezing the pliers to get uniform pressure. I make my husband do it for … Read More...
“Bright Future” Graduation Party Ideas
Maybe it’s because my own graduation was a fairly laid back affair, but I love this casual “A Bright Future” graduation party from NoBiggie.net. The colorful lightbulb themed decorations give this party a vintage vibe, making it the perfect choice … Read More...
How to Make a Rainbow Cake
Here is a great video with step by step instructions on how to create a rainbow cake and frosted with a petal tip for a fun cool outside design. You can use your own cake mix and butter cream frosting … Read More...
Tutorial: Linen and leather zippered pouch
Kelli from True Bias shows how to make her Linen and Leather Pouch. They’re zippered pouches with leather corner accents. What you use them foe is up to you. How about a cosmetics bag, pencil pouch, or small clutch. Finished … Read More...
Plant-able Paper Earth
How about celebrating Earth Day by making a miniature Earth you can actually plant?! This project will have you recycling, making paper, and even planting a garden. Who can ask for more than that?
Steph, from Modern Parents Messy Kids, … Read More...
Tips: One Rubber Stamp, Many Different Ideas
Large background stamps can be some of the most versatile stamps in your stash. You can simply stamp the entire stamp in one color, you can ink it up with multiple colors using markers or ink pads, you can stamp … Read More...
6 Garden Art Mosaic Tutorials
If you are looking for a fun craft to decorate your garden area for this Spring and Summer, look at these 6 mosaic tutorials for the garden.
They each use the basic concept of building mosaic art, but bring that … Read More...
Free pattern: Kids scalloped bucket hat
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a free pattern at eHow for making this scalloped bucket hat. It’s perfect to wear with a spring dress, or to the pool or the beach to keep the sun off her face. Her … Read More...
DIY Embossed Washi Tape
I posted this on my blog Punk Projects but I had a lot of fun with this crafty technique and I wanted to share it here with you guys too.
I had my Spellbinders Artisan X-Plorer out using it for … Read More...
Pinwheel Cupcake Toppers
Cute and simple! These pinwheel toppers are perfect for the boys and the girls. I’m thinking really cute for a first birthday party or a spring baby shower. These are made out of fondant and really easy to make, even … Read More...
Tutorial: Sundress for an American Girl or 18″ doll
Surayya from Blissful Sewing shares a free pattern for making an easy sundress for an American Girl or other 18″ doll. It has an elastic casing top and shoulder straps, and uses only simple straight seams. You can cut the … Read More...
Ladybug Cake Pops – Fun Party Food
The cutest little bugs around! Now, I’m not usually one to get excited about bugs—especially spiders! But when it comes to ladybugs, there’s just something undeniably charming about these tiny, colorful creatures. They’re the perfect symbol of spring, and I … Read More...
Giveaway: 4 Books on crochet, art, quilting and mandalas
Pretty eclectic combo, eh? I picked them because I like the color combo. I have been having a lot of fun arranging my books by color or by forming an image with them as I did at Valentine’s day by … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a crossbody tote from vintage quilt squares
Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life shows how she created this awesome tote out of some vintage quilt squares. It has two sets of handles so it can be carried in your hands or across the body. The quilt … Read More...
How to make a mini tree house
Or wouldn’t his make a cute centerpiece that would be just darling filled with tiny cupcakes and cookies? Pop on over to the blog Northstory for the tutorial on how to make a mini treehouse perfect for indoor and outdoor … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew ombre halter top that can be worn 4 ways
This ombre halter top can be worn 4 ways. You can make one yourself, with no sewing required. Anne from WobiSobi shares a tutorial at I Love To Create showing how to do it. Her tutorial shows how to cut … Read More...
How To Make A Tulip Wreath With A Folded Birch Vase
Add a rustic, yet beautiful touch to your spring décor with this tutorial and learn how to make a birch vase. It’s a lot easier than it may appear to be, and adds a very unique and fun touch to … Read More...
The Trials and Tribulations of a Beginner Knitter {Guest Post}
Today I’m sharing a fun post from newer knitter Heather Jones full of great tips for newer knitters. I hope you enjoy it!
You could say that I was jumping on the “knitting is trendy again” bandwagon when I decided … Read More...
Growing Seeds with Toddlers
I love gardening, and I love sharing my passion for it with others – especially kids! This easy and educational project posted by Malia, from Playdough to Plato, is a great way to get kids involved. Follow Malia’s suggestions and … Read More...