Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for making her Turning Japanese bag with cutout metal handles. The metal cutout handles are so cool! I hadn’t seen handles like this before. (She gives a link to the Etsy … Read More...
Tutorial: Matching tote bags for a child and a doll
Lori Burrow from I Sew Cute shares a tutorial at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make a set of matching tote bags for a child and a doll. They’re made with a sturdy denim fabric and have pockets on … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage scrappy patchwork coasters
Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life made these patchwork coasters from scraps of vintage fabric, and she shares a tutorial for making them. Sometimes I’m lucky enough to find vintage fabric in larger pieces, but most of my vintage … Read More...
Retro Plate Holder
This great knock-off project can be just what you have been looking for to display a set of vintage flatware. However, if you don’t have a set of collectibles, you can use any set of thrifted silverware. I especially like … Read More...
Bacon, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups
I love breakfast items for on the go and can go in the freezer for future use. This will be perfect for busy weeknds and when school begins. Plus, if you are entertaining, this will be quick and easy to … Read More...
Project: DIY Luminary Halloween Light
Using printed vellum , metal foil tape and his Luminary die cut Tim Holtz shares how to make a stunning home décor light fixture. I can see these making amazing Halloween and Holiday luminaries just by changing the vellum pattern.… Read More...
More Crochet Creativity For You
I recently shared a raft of patterns for you (not free) that I found on Etsy. Well, I decided to share some for you from the parent company that owns this blog. There are oodles of free patterns for all … Read More...
Project: Snowflake Wreath
It’s Christmas in July and not too early to start working on those holiday themed projects. The Stamping and Scrapping in California blog has directions for making a pretty snowflake wreath using new rubber stamps and matching dies from Stampendous.… Read More...
Easy Mini Panda Cupcakes
How cute are these mini cupcakes!? They are almost too cute to eat!
Bakerella shows us how to make these cute little pandas using cupcakes, white frosting, sanding sugar, chocolate chips and jimmies/sprinkles. She also uses white confetti sprinkles and … Read More...
Tutorial: How to sew a high-low tank top
Nichole from Bluebird & The Boy shares a tutorial at Sew McCool showing how you can sew a high-low tank top from a woven fabric. She shows how to create the pattern by tracing around a top (woven) that fits, … Read More...
Tutorial: Use knit strips to finish edges
Rachael from Imagine Gnats shares a tutorial at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how you can use strips of knit fabric to finish edges. It’s an especially nice finish for a curved edge, like a neck opening, as the knit fabric … Read More...
20 DIY Earring Projects
Here are 20 earring projects to get your hands creative with. All the projects are easy to do and come with full instructions. I especially love the Antique Brass Earrings. Which one is your favorite?
Click here to get the … Read More...
Fall Off the Bone Slower Cooker Ribs
Another great use for the slow cooker
! One that I definitely would not have thought of!
Stacey from Southern Bite shows us to cook the ribs in the slow cooker and then place on the grill for about 15 … Read More...
Pool Party Drinks Float
Planning on having a few drinks in the pool at your next party? Check out this DIY Summer Drinks Float from lifehacker.com.au. It’s amazing what “Other things” you can do with pool noodles.
Here are some other great ways … Read More...
Starfish and Sand Dollar Shaving Cream Dig
If you are spending some time at the beach this summer, keep this project in mind. Gather together a variety of shells and other found treasures and save them to use in your own sensory bin. You can even use … Read More...
Tutorial: Pretty gathered skirt from men’s button up shirts
Mark Montano shares a tutorial on his blog showing how you can make this color blocked gathered skirt out of two button up men’s shirts. I love this! The front pockets on the front shirt become pockets for the skirt. … Read More...
10 Things you MUST Do to Have a Successful Online Craft Business | Create & Thrive
Hey there! I recently stumbled upon an article by Create and Thrive that outlines 10 must-do things for anyone looking to start a successful online craft business. As someone who has dabbled in the world of online crafting, I found … Read More...
Project and Freebie: Decorating Furniture with Digital Stamps
By enlarging a digital stamp image, water coloring it and applying to an old dresser Danielle from Finding Silver Pennies added a wonderful vintage touch to her sons bedroom. The cute sailor boy image she used is a free download … Read More...
Polymer Clay Trinkets
Great clay trinkets! Amazing with one theme – adornment – and one material that people make such varied and interesting work:
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| Beehive and Branch Necklace by blockpartypress | Goldstone and Goddess by sculptedwindows |
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| Crossword Cat Brooch by catmadecom | Silver and Black |
Cross Stitch Free Patterns: Geeky Delight
Calling all geeks, nerds, and fans of all things cult-themed! Get ready to embark on a cross-stitching journey that celebrates your inner geek with our collection of free geeky cross-stitch patterns. From beloved movies and TV shows to iconic symbols … Read More...