Congratulations to Jen!
I know a lot of my readers are newer knitters, or even just people who are interested in knitting but maybe haven’t picked up needles yet. Or maybe you’re an experienced knitter but you want to share … Read More...
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by Sarah White
Congratulations to Jen!
I know a lot of my readers are newer knitters, or even just people who are interested in knitting but maybe haven’t picked up needles yet. Or maybe you’re an experienced knitter but you want to share … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Do you stitch on the go? Keep a project at the ready for times you’re stuck in a waiting room or watching soccer practice? (Or in my case, taking children to the swimming pool in the summer…) Becky from Patchwork … Read More...
This folding envelope minialbum is great because you can stuff it full and not have any problems! Usually it’s hard to do lumpy scrapbooking in a traditional minibook, but this design solves that problem. You’ll need envelopes, patterned paper, card … Read More...
If you’re looking for a way to document daily everyday life, but don’t want to dive into Project Life, take a look at this alternative by Zoe. She uses a weekly calendar to do a Lite version. She journals … Read More...
So is there a trick to cutting glass? Yes, 100% there are lots of different techniques, but one of the most popular at the moment is cutting glass with scissors underwater. So can you cut glass with normal scissors? Seems … Read More...
Brighten up someone’s cold winter day with a cheery snowman card with a colorful rainbow splash background. Find a video tutorial for stamping up this cute card over on the Alley Way stamps blog.
-Heather
by Anne Weaver
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing how you can combine a sweater and a biker jacket (or vest) to make this biker jacket with sweater sleeves. You get the cozy of a sweater and the … Read More...
It’s football Sunday and time to eat the last of those greasy, not so good for you food. I’m starting my resolution to eat healthier on Monday, I want to extend the holiday through this weekend. I’ll save this recipe … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
I have a Silhouette Cameo. And I have piles of fabric just waiting to be used for a project. Believe it or not, I’ve never used my Cameo to cut my fabric into shapes for applique. There’s no reason, other … Read More...
A step stool is an essential piece of furniture that can come in handy for various tasks, from reaching high shelves to changing a light bulb. As someone who values both functionality and design, I recently found myself in need … Read More...
One of the biggest issues that most crafters face is having enough space to do their work. Some projects don’t necessarily take a lot of room, it’s just a matter of the supplies needed to make the craft. Whether it’s … Read More...
If you are crazy about Star wars then you are going to love me over the next couple of days as I have added a few posts that are sure to get the geek in you out. This free crochet … Read More...
Aww this is so adorable, I can’t think of anyone whose heart wouldn’t melt and receiving this. I love the shabby look as it reflects the years of appreciation of motherhood that have been sewn into every stitch. Free Downloadable … Read More...
Grab a bottle of vodka and try out your Russian skills as this tutorial is worded in Russian. Like the international language of love where everyone is meant to understand it, this wire wrapped tutorial does come with photos which … Read More...
Here’s a unique twist on the stamping resist technique using gesso instead of ink to ink up your rubber stamp, add ink stains over top and you’ve a neat card background. This also adds such a cool texture to your … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Terrie from Dollar Store Crafts shows how you can make a winter hat for a doll – with no sewing required. It’s super easy, too. You’ll need only a sock big enough to fit around your doll’s head, a rubber … Read More...
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Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check out these printable designs we … Read More...
This could be a dangerous recipe to have, but I love the idea of only making two cupcakes at one time. This is perfect for those chocolate cravings and you don’t want to have more cupcakes around than you should … Read More...
Need a new snack idea for the weekend or still trying to plan your Superbowl party, here is a new dish sure to please. This is quick and easy and will travel well if you want to take it to … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Niamh from Simply Earnest shows how you can make reusable fabric bowl covers. They are less wasteful than plastic wrap to cover leftovers, and far easier than searching for a plastic container. Oilcloth or laminated cotton would work best … Read More...