I never knew there were so many ways to have a s’more.
Sarah at Bombshell Bling and her foodie husband created the s’more milkshake. They even show you how to roast marshmallows in the oven. They use a Vitamix Blender … Read More...
Juice Pouch Boats
While you might not have much luck floating these boats, they are a fun project for the kids and a great way to recycle empty juice pouches. Melanie, from It Happens in a Blink, and her husband actually used … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Ruffle hem hostess apron
Camelot Fabrics shares a tutorial for making this pretty ruffle hem hostess apron. The contrast ruffle sewn around the hem shows off the rounded bottom. You can make one from two coordinating fabrics – 1 yard for the apron, and … Read More...
Project: Babies Room Art Canvas
Make a sweet wall hanging for a babies room by adding a digital stamp to a painted canvas. This idea can be altered for any room in your house. Find the tutorial over on the Your Next Stamp blog.… Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Senior
Senior by Elizabeth Hellum
What I Loved:
- The wood grain paper
- The scattered embellishments
- The vertical layout
Tidbits about Elizabeth:
How long have you been scrapping?
I’ve been scrapbooking since 1998.
Paper or digi? (or both?)
Definitely paper!
What is … Read More...
The History of S’mores
Something other than bacon is a hit! There were many questions as to what a s’mores actually was. Basically it is two graham crackers with a roasted marshmallow(typically done over a fire) and a piece of chocolate in between.
How … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple fabric coasters
Miss Make shows how you can make a set of simple fabric coasters. The basic square shape shows off a cool fabric print. Felt or batting inside will help absorb moisture from your glass. A set of charm squares of … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled jeans backpack
Amy from Joyful Daisy shows how to make this awesome recycled jeans backpack. It’s made from a patchwork of fabric scraps and pieces cut from old jeans. Jeans pockets become pockets on the outside, as well as in the inside, … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy child’s bandana apron
Susan from Living With Punks shares a tutorial over at Momtastic showing how you can make this quick and cute bandana
apron for a child. To make it, you’ll need one bandana and a length of ribbon for the waistband. … Read More...
Cross Stitch Freebie: Puppy Picnic
This adorable pixie and puppy having a picnic is making me long for a sunny day in the park with my pups. Who wouldn’t want a puppy picnic? Frimousse created this darling pattern and it can be downloaded on her … Read More...
Inspiration/Freebie: Coloring Books
How many of you use coloring pages and books for embroidery patterns? There are so many options out there that you could find a pattern for every day, every season and every person in your life. Here are a few … Read More...
It’s Skirting the Issue 2014 at Simple Simon & Company
Skirting the Issue 2014 is underway right now at Simple Simon & Company. It’s a month-long series of girls’ skirt tutorials to encourage sewists to make a handmade skirt to give to a girl in foster care. There are guest … Read More...
10 DIY light fixtures
Lighting is one of the most important elements in any room. It can change the mood, create ambiance, and even make a space feel larger or smaller. Unfortunately, lighting fixtures can be quite expensive, especially if you’re looking for something … Read More...
Tutorial: Fold over messenger bag
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a tutorial for making this cool fold over messenger bag. She used different fabrics for the front and the back, so she can change the look just by flipping it around (and flipping the … Read More...
Soy Candle Tutorial and Free Printables
This Soy candle tutorial comes with free printable labels. The jars are rustic and practical. These simple labels give them a wholesome homemade feel. Perfect for gifts or wedding favors. Full Tutorial
Squirt Gun Painting
This is a fast and easy outdoor project the kids will love to do. Melissa, from Fire Flies and Mudpies, explains how she helped fight a little bit of summer boredom by letting her boys paint watercolor masterpieces using a … Read More...
Project: Metal Cuff Bracelet using Dies
Dies aren’t just for paper, find out how to turn a plain metal cuff bracelet into a stunning wearable piece of art using die templates from Spellbinders I love the feather motif, so hot and trendy right now!
-Heather
Tailored Crochet Bracelets – All Buttoned Up
Do you have a stash of cool buttons? If so, you might not have enough of any one button to finish off a garment. But, with this cool idea from Donatella, you can make fantastic use of those buttons. In … Read More...
Tutorial | Double Stamping Technique With Acrylic Inks
Check out this fantastic video from Jennifer Priest detailing a double stamping technique using Clearsnap Izink acrylic inks. I’d love to try this! That effect would work really well on scrapbook layouts too.
Inspiration du Jour | Summer Fun
Summer Fun by Ajones365
What I Loved:
- The doily background
- The color combination
- The title treatment (the clothespin and the ticket!)
Tidbits about her:
How long have you been scrapping?
I have been scrapbooking for over 15 years
Paper or … Read More...