Last week I got to hang out with the local Cubs – the younger Scouts. We made clay things of course. I started them off with Jack O Lanterns and encouraged them to go from there and make little scrap … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux chenille dress yoke
Meagan from Ava’s Lookbook shares a tutorial at Oliver + S showing how you can make a faux chenille yoke for a little girl’s dress. I’ve always thought of the faux chenille technique as using layers of flannel or quilting … Read More...
DIY Ombre Pumpkin Halloween Decoration
Need a last minute Halloween decoration? Are you looking for a Halloween or fall decoration that’s less messy than scooping piles of innards? I love these pumpkins that Brittany created!
Here is an easy guide on how to make your … Read More...
Tutorial: Pretty little house ornaments
Minki from Minki’s Work Table shows how you can make these sweet little house ornaments. They would be so pretty hanging on a Christmas tree! They’d also be nice to hang from a cabinet door handle as an unexpected accent … Read More...
Winner of the Playful Hoodies giveaway
I apologize for the delay in posting the winner of our Playful Hoodies giveaway! (Read my review of this book here.) My computer has been out of commission for the past week and it’s made blogging… well, difficult. I’ve just … Read More...
Books and Other Resources for Sweater Knitting
If you’re inspired to start knitting a sweater this fall or winter, there are some great books and courses out there that can help you get started with confidence.
The 30 Day Sweater is a fun ebook course that takes … Read More...
Giveaway: 101 Dog Tricks Kids Edition by Kyra Sundance
This book is so cute! Not only is 101 Dog Tricks, Kids Edition: Fun and Easy Activities, Games and Crafts
by Kyra Sundance filled with awesome tutorials on how to train your dog it is filled with fun craft projects … Read More...
Grain-Free Mummy Cookies
This recipe is Paleo and SCD. Because it is no fun being left out due to allergies. I’ve been lucky that I hadn’t had to deal with food allergies. But as a parent my heart went out to the little … Read More...
Tutorial: Chalkboard cloth pumpkin t-shirts
These chalkboard cloth pumpkin shirts by Jane from Buzzmillsallow your child to draw jack ‘o lantern faces on their shirts. And because it’s chalk, they can wipe clean and draw a new one any time they like. She shares … Read More...
10 Star Wars Crochet Patterns For Free
“May the yarn be with you” as you embark on a journey through the galaxy of crochet patterns with these 10 free Star Wars themed patterns. Whether you’re a “crochet Jedi” looking for your next project, or searching for the … Read More...
FREE Disney Frozen Party Printables
If you have a Frozen fan in the house, these free party printables from One Charming Day are sure to be a hit. The beautifully designed set includes invitations, label cards, cupcake toppers, water bottle labels, and straw flags. Click … Read More...
DIY – Wire Wrapped Cat Earrings
These wire wrapped earrings are made to look like cats. They are very whimsical and dreamy. I love how the tail twists around! They would make adorable little pendants too. For the full tutorial check out this website (pattern … Read More...
Knit a Super Simple Hat for Fall
I know some people are intimidated by knitting hats. If you’ve never worked in the round before and you’ve never done any shaping, it can be a little scary to work your first hat.
But really, there’s nothing to it, … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make leggings
Erin from Francois et Moi shows how you can recreate a favorite pair of leggings over and over and over. You’ll use a pair of leggings that fit you to make a pattern so you can sew up a stack … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric storage bins with piping
Marni from Haberdashery Fun shows how you can make a fabric storage bin with piping around the top. They’re quick to make and handy in so many ways. You can make one from two fat quarters (one for the … Read More...
Technique: Stenciled Woodland Deer Card
The popularity of stencils continues to grow, they combine so nicely with so many other paper crafting products and there are so many techniques to use to achieve different looks. This stunning forest scene card is made with nothing but … Read More...
Tutorial: 15-minute easy skirt
You can make a simple gathered skirt like this one in just 15 minutes. Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial showing how. You can make one in any size from baby to adult. Her tutorial tells how to figure … Read More...
$3 DIY Tablecloth Party Backdrop
I’m a huge fan of budget-friendly party ideas, so I love this $3 DIY tablecloth party backdrop made with dollar store supplies. It can be customized to suit any color scheme or occasion and looks fairly easy to do even … Read More...
Tutorial: Tickle Monster Halloween costume
Joy from XOXO Grandma shows how you can make a Tickle Monster costume for a small child. The Tickle Monster is a character in a child’s book. She brings it to life in this adorable Halloween costume. She adapted a … Read More...
Tutorial: Doritos Chip bag Halloween costume
Deanna from Sew McCool made this Dorito chip bag costume for her daughter, who had her heart set on dressing up like a chip bag for Halloween. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. She used vinyl for … Read More...