Oh man! Has it been a stressful couple of days! Let me tell you! Mama is worn out! Just when I want to throw in the towel, I get a little sign from the universe….Love Never Fails. I stop for … Read More...
Tutorial: Raised Needlelace Strawberry (Stumpwork)
Every time I see some form of stumpwork I am blown away. I just can not wrap my head around how it works. Elizabeth at Sew in Love must have heard my cries for help because she created an easy … Read More...
Free pattern: Tricia easy summer dress
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for her Tricia dress. She named the dress after her mother, and offers the free pattern as a Mother’s Day tribute to her. It’s a beautiful summer dress, with just … Read More...
Strawberry Shortcake Tiramisu
Since it has been a very disappointing spring here, I’m really looking forward to summer. One of my favorite things to start summer off is strawberry picking.
This strawberry shortcake tiramisu from Grandbaby Cakes will be one of the first … Read More...
Free Knitting Patterns for String Bags
I love a good market bag (and even have a pattern for one using lace rib over at About). They’re the perfect thing to tote groceries in throughout the year, but they’re particularly great during farmer’s market season because you … Read More...
Tutorial: Prop-Up Tablet Case
Ren from The Inspired Wren shows how to make her Prop-Up Tablet Case. It’s both a tablet case and easel all in one. The pouch with a button loop closure will hold your reader safe and snug when you’re storing … Read More...
Makin’ Glue Shirts
Discover how easy it is to make your own personalized t-shirts using the tutorial shared on I’m Feelin’ Crafty. All you need to make your own is a t-shirt, some washable glue, and some fabric paint. You can even … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled jeans accessory caddy
Amy from Joyful Daisy shares a tutorial showing how she made this hanging accessory caddy from recycled jeans. The different shades of denim make a fun patchwork, and the details from the jeans are repurposed to hold accessories. Pockets down … Read More...
Tutorial: Teacher appreciation key fob, plus a free printable
It’s teacher appreciation week in the U.S. If you haven’t done anything for your child’s teacher yet, you still have one more day! This key fob and printable by Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun might be just … Read More...
6 Party Details To Help Plan Your Mother’s Day Celebration
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and with only a few days left before the big day, we have brought you some ideas to help with your party planning. Sometimes it’s the little details that mean the most, and … Read More...
Project: Pamper Box for Mom
Make a pretty box and fill it with things to pamper your mom or any special lady in your life. Find directions over on the Cricut Blog.
-Heather
Freebie | Watercolor Mother’s Day Card
This gorgeous printable card with a watercolor heart is sure to please any mom come May 10th. Plus there is a charming detail on the back! The folded card measures 4×6 and you can download it from Oh, Everything Handmade… Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Morocco 2007
I chose to feature Morocco 2007 by lizziet5 because I liked the way she got lots of photos on the page without it being overwhelming.
Tidbits about Liz:
I started paper scrapping in 2005 and switched totally to digital in … Read More...
How to really clean your dishwasher
A constant source of angst in our house, the dishwasher is the poster child of “whose turn is it?” arguments. And I never win that argument.
However, one thing that really bothers me is that over time, almost all dishwashers … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: On A Roll T-shirt
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for making her On A Roll t-shirt. The shirt is easy to sew together and is a versatile piece for any wardrobe. You can make it from a jersey knit – … Read More...
Freebie: Paper Dolls
Dover Publications has two cool and slightly creepy paper dolls and some outfits to download for free.
-Heather
Looking for more digital papers to download? Check these out Design Bundles – Digital papers and Digi stamps.
Super Quick Mom Crochet
Who doesn’t need a cute pattern that can be crocheted in less than fifteen minutes? I think this would be perfect for Mother’s Day. Plus, I love the idea of all the women and girls in the family having matching … Read More...
How to make pom pom birds
These little guys are too cute. If you need to make a little project to put a smile on someone’s face pop on over to Mollymoo for a great tutorial on how to make pom pom birds that you can … Read More...
Freebie: Springtime
Are the flowers blooming in your garden yet? I am so happy to see my Wisteria in full bloom. The birds have been a bit more vocal and letting me know that it’s time to get out and enjoy … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated bed skirt
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial showing how you can make your own pleated bed skirt. She created the one you see here after being unable to find a bed skirt suitable for her son’s bedroom. … Read More...