Karin from Leigh Laurel Studios shares a tutorial for this simple quilted cotton iPad sleeve. You can make it in any size to fit any type of tablet or reader. The pre-quilted cotton fabric gives structure to the bag with … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: DIY a dog leash
Dog leashes get daily use, so it’s fitting to have one that suits your personality. If you can’t find one in the store that you like, consider making one yourself. Over at Think Crafts!, the Create for Less blog, you … Read More...
37 Genius Ideas For Organizing Legos
Do you have a Lego lover at your house? I sure do! For some odd reason it seems that his stash keeps growing and growing! I have tried keeping them contained in a clear see-through bin (so he can see … Read More...
Root Beer Float Popsicles
Here is another homemade popsicle recipe to try. Like I said, it has been a hot summer already!
Eating on a Dime shows us how to make a root beer float on a stick. All you need is root beer … Read More...
Cross Stitch Chart Freebie: Summertime
The beach…I want to go there…badly! Summer is in full swing and hanging out at the beach is one my favorite summer time activities. Feet in the sand, sun on my buns and hearing the ocean waves crash; I can’t … Read More...
PVC Pipe Physics Fun
Forget about Legos and Lincoln Logs, give your kids several lengths of PVC pipes
and a bunch of connectors 
and just watch what they come up with. Sandi from Rubber Boots and Elf Shoes did this, and threw in some … Read More...
Etsy Feature- VickyMyersCreations
Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations sells recycled bags in her etsy shop! Vicky’s goal is to create handmade unique bags: recycling, upcycling and refashioning.
She has a lot of different bags, as well as things like Fabric Brooches. Be sure … Read More...
Free pattern: Reversible petal hat for baby
Chelsea from GYCT Designs created this petal hat for her baby girl to protect her young skin from the harsh summer sun. She shares a free pattern at Sew McCool for making one. It’s reversible, each side made from a … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Bird Card
Imagine Crafts has a tutorial for making this wonderful mixed media bird card using stamping, heat embossing, stencils with Creative Medium and micro beads.
-Heather
Tutorial: Double Bow Necklace
A cute necklace with a pretty bow on it. The tutorial uses simple clay techniques in the colour of your choice to make a great little decoration for a necklace. You could use strips from a blend to add dimensionality … Read More...
Technique: Coloring on Dry Embossing
Kittie Kraft shares how she used Re-Inkers to color onto a dry embossed floral image for a wonderful card background.
-Heather
Bachelorette Party Ideas That Don’t Involve a Trip to the Strip Club
There’s nothing wrong with heading to the nearest strip club if that’s what the bride-to-be wants, but there are plenty of other alternatives available. Racked has compiled a great list of stripper-free bachelorette party ideas. An obstacle course is a … Read More...
Tutorial: Decision cube pillow
Ellen from The Chilly Dog shares a tutorial for making this decision cube pillow. It’s a giant soft die with answers like “yes”, “no”, “probably so” on each side. She uses it to answer her kids’ request. She says she’s … Read More...
Pina Colada Popsicles
It’s been a hot summer already! Luckily, we have gotten some decent deals on popsicles, but it still hits the pocket.
The Cottage Market shows us how to make homemade popsicles for your kids or adult friends to enjoy. Alcohol … Read More...
Jewelry DIY Tutorial: Bead Ring with Felt Flower
How chic is this “Bead Ring with Felt Flower” created by Danas Fashion Blog. I love the handbag and wonder where she got it, too stunning? She is sharing her Step-By-Step Craft Instructions that are excellent with an amazing number … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy fabric headband
Lindsay from Diary of a Crafty Lady shows how she made these scrappy fabric headbands for some fun 4th of July accessories. She keeps the edges raw so they get a pretty little fringe from the fraying threads. Now I … Read More...
Roll and Color Game
Follow along with this tutorial and make this simple color matching game. I am willing to bet that the most popular part of this game will be the homemade, over-sized die. PLay this color matching game with the kids and … Read More...
How to Make Felt Beads and Simple Jewelry
Annie & Lyn of Rosiepink has this easy and pretty “Felt Beads and Simple Jewelry” tutorial and shows us not only how to make the beads, but how to make the bracelet. We know that felt beads are easy … Read More...
Packaging Tips and Tricks
Alison from Adventures in Making shared some tips for packaging your handmade items to sell! As Alison says “Packaging can go a long way to making your goods more valuable. The right kind of packaging can make a big … Read More...
8 Quiet Book Pages For Little Boys
Quiet books can sometimes be a lifesaver for parents when those busy little hands just don’t want to color another picture or read another story. These soft little books are not only fun for kids because of the bright colors … Read More...