One of the things I miss since the redesign at About.com (and it’s lovely, so I can’t complain much) is that there’s no longer a blog component so there’s not a place where I can share what I’ve been working … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: DIY bean bag pouf cushion
Is it a foot rest? A bean bag? A bean bag pouf cushion like this one can be either, and Anu from Nalle’s House shows how you can make one for your home. She used a PVC-coated fabric
for extra … Read More...
Master Cables with This Cute Hat
I think sometimes people get intimidated about learning new skills because they don’t want to have to work with something new on a really big project that might be too difficult or frustrating.
(That’s why I really want my next … Read More...
10 Halloween themed lesson plans
Halloween is right around the corner, and what could be a more fun theme for your fall lesson plans? There are so many different ways to work Halloween into virtually every subject – pumpkins are perfect for science … Read More...
Free pattern: 1940s inspired necktie top
This necktie top is inspired by 1940s fashion, though it’s updated for the modern wardrobe and easier construction. Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for making it. It’s casual enough for everyday wear, but put it … Read More...
Giveaway: Seamless (or Nearly Seamless) Knits
Congratulations to Marly!
In the northern part of the world we are clearly into sweater knitting (if not quite sweater wearing) season, so I thought it would be appropriate this week to give away a book that has some … Read More...
Happy Make a Hat Day
Did you know that September 15th is make a hat day? I am not sure wow or how this holiday came about, but I think it is a great excuse to craft! In honor of this special day, why not … Read More...
Tutorial: Remake your old jeans into a crossbody bag
Minki from Minkii’s Work Table shows how you can remake an old pair of jeans into a cute crossbody bag. The patchwork accents are sooo pretty! You’ll only need half of the top of a pair of jeans, so you … Read More...
Scrapbook Organization | Cataloging Rubber & Acrylic Stamps
Scarlata shares how she cataloged her rubber and acrylic stamps in a spiral bound journal. She used a solid journal with sturdy kraft covers, and thick page to prevent ink bleeding through. Then she went through and stamped her images … Read More...
9 Gorgeous Wedding Color Palettes for Fall
In my corner of the world, summer is winding down and a hint of autumn is in the air with crisp breezes, a touch of color on the trees, and cooling temperatures. If you’re planning a fall wedding, the color … Read More...
Free pattern: 15-minute fabric crown, plus a roundup of princess dress tutorials
With a free pattern for making a simple fabric crown and a roundup of princess dress tutorials, Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings has all the inspiration you need to make a fabulous child’s princess Halloween costume. The crown doesn’t have … Read More...
Scrapbook Inspirations | Home Decor
(original source: Outlaw Creative)
Bear with me a moment. I know this is a scrapbooking blog, and that’s a home decor project above. But I think this technique could easily be transferred to a scrapbook page! It sure would … Read More...
Grilled Cheese Roll up Sandwich with Tomato Soup Dipping Sauce
Sunday is a lazy day! I like to enjoy the family time before the hustle and bustle of the week. Here is a quick idea that can be a meal or a great appetizer for a party.
Carla at Chocolatey … Read More...
Tutorial: Reusable grocery tote
Steph from The Silly Pearl shows how you can make a reusable grocery tote. Besides the obvious benefit to the environment, it’s also an upgrade to the standard plastic grocery bags in terms of functionality. It’s larger than those plastic … Read More...
Project: Decorated Halloween Bags
Dar’s Crafty Creations has directions for using vintage clip art
, pattern papers and die cuts to decorate a plain brown bag
and add a folded paper topper to a handled gift bag. These would be great large treat bags … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffle hem sweater
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows an easy way to update the style of a sweater. She added a lightweight ruffle hem to it. She added it to a raglan sleeve sweater that she made, but this could also be … Read More...
Five Glass Bead Making Tutorials from Frantz Art Glass
I was looking for some tutorials to share today. I found 5 on FrantzNewsletter.com so here they are for you. At least the link is here. I’ve been making more beads and jewelry lately so I’m looking for fun inspirations, … Read More...
Tutorial: Medieval cape for an American Girl doll
If you’ve got a little girl planning on dressing up as a princess for Halloween, I bet she’d love to have a cape for her favorite doll to wear, too. Arts and Crafts for your American Girl Doll shares a … Read More...
Bathroom Organization From The Dollar Store
Organizing your home can often be a very taunting and overwhelming task. It can also become quite pricey, very quickly. There just are not many places to find storage containers and organizing solutions that are “budget friendly”. However, the dollar … Read More...
DIY Macrame Bracelet
Macrame is back in town and this simple bracelet is a great point to get started. This tutorial has step by step photos to guide you along. Thought the images are a little rough the guide is till easy to … Read More...