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Nothing beats playing outside when the weather is nice. And games that bring out the competitive side in family and friends can build memories that will last a lifetime. This first doughnut eating game is definitely happening at my next … Read More...
The needles on this cactus are actually sewing pins. That’s because the cactus is actually a pincushion. Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life made it from a vintage pattern, which she shares in the post. The pattern originally appeared … Read More...
Looking for a fun and eco-friendly way to celebrate Earth Day? These adorable cookies are the perfect treat for a school party, a family gathering, or even just a simple celebration at home. I’ve always believed in the importance of … Read More...
If you’re a baker, this lovely graduation hat cake would be a fabulous way to honor the accomplishments of a special graduate in your life. It’s a sheet cake topped with buttercream roses and a fondant graduation cap and diploma.… Read More...
This free pattern comes from Cucicucicoo. Try writing that fast or even slow for that matter. This chunky necklace is a great necklace for Mom’s as it is very tactile for little ones to hold on to. Check out … Read More...
Hero Arts has recently release some beautiful new Ombre’ Ink pads. These pretty pads will give a gradient color perfect for backgrounds or on solid stamped images. You can find several card ideas using these ink over on their blog … Read More...
Go dig in your cupboards to find the supplies you need to try this weather-related science experiment with the kids. All you need is a clear cup or jar, some shaving cream, food coloring, and water. Before they did this … Read More...
Making a softie with personality doesn’t have to involve complicated shapes and seams. Audrey Pettit shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can create quirky little softies using a simple tube shape for the body. When you … Read More...
The Ribbon Retreat shares a video tutorial showing how you can make a pleated lace and ribbon headband. The combination of velvet and lace creates a soft, romantic look – especially when it’s embellished with a sparkly button. This would … Read More...
Katie from Running with a Glue Gun has written a fabulous post featuring 15 different ideas and ways to organize your craft supplies! I LOVE organizing my supplies by color, it makes me happy.
If you love organizing as much … Read More...
Adorn your mom’s giFts this Mother’s Day with these graphic gift tags in coral, blue and mustard-green. Because of the varying sentiments on the tags, you could also use them for the gifts you give to honor the other mothers … Read More...
Make Mom a beautiful bouquet that will last with this lovely DIY Mother’s Day card from Lovely Clusters. You’ll need colored and patterned papers and a card blank. Sketch and cut out your flowers and leaves like Rachel did, or … Read More...
Visit the Amy Doodle of it All blog and watch Amy’s video tutorial for make this fun balloon card. She’ll show you how to color and blend with Spectrum Noir alcohol markers and also how to mask off the main … Read More...
The kind of zipper you need for the front of a jacket is different than the standard zippers you use at the back of skirts and dresses. Jackets need separating zippers. Installing a separating zipper is different than installing a … Read More...
I have not been over to lion Brand yarns for awhile so I thought I’d take a look and see what new felted projects they have for you. The first one I came across was the felted storyteller tote and … Read More...
Jared Flood announced on his blog that, after 10 years in New York City — and four and a half years producing yarn — Brooklyn Tweed (Jared and the company) is moving back to the Pacific Northwest. He wrote:… Read More...
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a tutorial at So Sew Easy showing how you can make a seatbelt pillow. The long fleece pillow wraps around the shoulder harness to make it more comfortable against your neck. A small pocket on … Read More...
In honor of Earth day and very early Mother’s day ideas, here is a cute cupcake to bring smiles to all. Make sure you wash out your clay pots with hot soapy water and rinse well before baking. It is … Read More...
Arrows as a craft and jewelry theme have been all over and I have to say I am on board with it as an image to use in crafting. At Valentine’s Day I have been making them out of pencils, … Read More...
This project is one of those that’s as fun to make as it is to play with after you are done crafting. Over at the site Krokotak there is a tutorial on how to turn a recycled plastic bottle into … Read More...
