I’m a fantasy, sci fi buff. My first serious foray into crafting was selling my fantasy inspired pictures, paintings and wire jewellery. The chance to make items just like my drawings was a serious motivational factor for learning how to … Read More...
Perfectly Detailed Plans To Build Your Own Raised Garden Bed
If you do a lot of gardening, then you know how taxing it can be on your back. The constant bending and stooping to weed and tend your garden can leave you in more discomfort than anything. Have you ever … Read More...
Love Legos? A whole bunch of storage, display and organizing ideas
Recently I posted a link to all sorts of creative ways to use Legos 
that you all loved! Today I have a link to post at Hative that features all sorts of ways to organize, display and store Legos. … Read More...
DIY Jewelry Embeded Candles
Candles have always been a popular item in the world of crafts. They are easy to make, and the finished product can be customized in so many different ways. However, if you are looking for a way to add a … Read More...
How To Make A Dreamcatcher
I wasn’t too sure where to blog about this one and in the end decided it was suitable for the Jewelry Blog. If you have been following my posts over the past 6 months as I start to write for … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Story Starters
Even for kids who love to write stories, sometimes the hardest part is trying to figure out what to write about and then getting started. This bog post from The Activity Mom solves both of those problems. It is the … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple canvas tote
Lisa Lam from U-Handblog shares a tutorial for making a simple tote. It’s the kind of bag you can fold up and stash in a large purse or glove compartment so you’ve always got a bag when you need it. … Read More...
March DIY Challenge: Letters
Need a creative boost? Join Rachel and Alison from Adventures In Making for their new DIY Craft Challenge!
Each month they will choose a theme, and you get to run with it, then share what you make. You can stick … Read More...
Tutorial: Small drawstring gift bag
Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can make a small drawstring bag. She suggests making them as gift bags. They’d be a pretty way to present a small gift, perhaps jewelry. And at the end of her post, … Read More...
Inspiration Saturdays Week 2
This week the inspiration is this photograph by Luci Everett, done as part of the series “Good Looking Things Next to Each Other”. I love how eclectic and random this image is, and I also love the Polaroids. So … Read More...
12 Green-tastic projects perfect for St. Patrick’s Day
Over at Craftside there is a tutorial on how to make a finger knit wreath using an embroidery hoop for a base along with
A recycled heart box shamrock and a post that include
55 Free St. Patrick’s Day Printables
The Dating Divas have assembled an amazing roundup of free online printables to help you prepare for whatever type of St. Patrick’s Day celebration you’re planning. There are lots of party invitations, treat bag toppers, and printable party decorations. There’s … Read More...
Knitting in the News: Nerdy Knits, Knitting Fails and Charity Projects
BuzzFeed is not a site I love, but they do sometimes have some fun things related to knitting and crafts. This community post from Allie Dahl collects 19 nerdy knits that you’re sure to want to stitch up if you … Read More...
Video tutorial: Ruffle ribbon flower
The Ribbon Retreat shares a video tutorial showing how you can make a ruffle ribbon flower. The gathered ribbon makes a full, ruffled bloom. They would make beautiful hair accessories, perhaps to wear with a special Easter dress. You can … Read More...
Card Making – 8 Spring Themed Stamped Cards
Spring is a season of renewal and new beginnings, and what better way to celebrate than by creating some beautiful Spring-themed cards? With flowers blooming and birds chirping, there is no shortage of inspiration for creating cheerful and colorful cards … Read More...
The Best Spring Wreath Tutorials
Wreaths are a classic decor piece and versatile in the sense that one simple wreath form can create so many possibilities. If you love having a wreath to adorn your front door, and greet your guests in the current season, … Read More...
Car Themed Crochet Patterns
These car-themed crochet patterns are a fun and unique way to add a touch of playfulness to any home or nursery. From road rugs to toy cars, these patterns provide a wide range of options for creating your own car-themed … Read More...
Home remedies for Beautiful Eyelashes
Check out these 9 natural remedies for making your lashes longer , thicker and stronger. Applying mascara to a strong foundation is the best way to achieve great makeup results. Choosing a Mascara that works for you is more important … Read More...
The Best Cookie Cake Recipe Ever
Have you stopped drooling yet? Doesn’t it look delicious? It also looks sickly sweet and full of texture and crunch but still yum. This amazing cake has been created by LiveLoveandSugar.com. The recipe allows you to change out the different … Read More...
Book Launch – Materially Crafted
A Subtle Revelry has released a new book and has done so in such a fun and creative way. Check out the video trailer and try not to jiggle to the music.
RRP $24.95 but currently on sale at Amazon … Read More...