The Lawn Fawn stamps blog has a tutorial for making an adorable stamped birthday tag using one of their new clear stamp sets, there are also lots of other samples using this fun set. Scroll all the way down to … Read More...
A Sweet Breath Of Spring
I just had to share this sweet headband. It makes the young lady look like a princess. I think this would add the perfect touch of floral beauty to a Spring wedding and would look equally wonderful on a tot … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Hello You
Tutorial: Pinch hem a pair of jeans to preserve the washed hem
Lynette from Running With Scissors shows two ways to use a pinch hem to shorten a pair of pants. Rather than just cutting excess fabric off of the bottom, it pinches out the extra fabric so the original hem is … Read More...
Technique: Hot Glue Gun Art Background
My Craft Chanel has a video with Donna Downey showing a cool technique using Geltos sticks and hot glue for a cool background for canvas, art, mixed media , collage, journaling and more, click here to watch.
-Heather
Get Warm from Head to Toe
I know I’m not alone in my enjoyment of coordinating accessories patterns. I like it when there’s the option to match, say, your hat and scarf, and I’m trying to design more projects this way when I have the yarn … Read More...
Tutorial: How to create a memory doll to comfort a child
Alida from Alida Makes shows how you can create a memory doll to comfort a child who has lost a parent or loved one. The doll is made from a photo of the loved one printed on fabric. The construction … Read More...
No Bake Butter Biscuits Cake
I love the words “No Bake”! That means one less step and waiting time.
Cafe Chocolada has created this lovely layered cake using store bought butter cookies
and chocolate pudding
. The brand of cookies she uses is listed in … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Vintage Prairie
For the sweet charm of a rustic wedding look to this lovely inspiration board featured at Burnett’s Boards. The soft blues and creams, along with vintage details, add a touch of elegance to the outdoor setting, while moonshine … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric feather dishtowel
Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how to make a pretty kitchen dish towel with feather appliques. The feather appliques are a happy mix of print and pattern. The pom pom and lace trim on the binding give it an eclective, … Read More...
Tutorial: Flap Happy Backpack for kids
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shares a tutorial showing how to make her Flap Happy Backpack for kids. There are a lot of really nice features on this small backpack! It’s padded and fully lined for a nice finish on … Read More...
Project: Made From Scratch Kitty Tag
I love the pun on this cute and clever tag from the Waffle Flower blog, find directions for making one here.
-Heather
Free Webinar | More You in Your Scrapbooks
Jennifer Wilson of Simple Scrapper is holding a free webinar all about getting more you in your scrapbooks. She offeres two time options for the webinar to be held on Wednesday, February 19th.
This will be a content-rich training … Read More...
Make Rainbow Loom Bracelets Without the Loom
Rainbow band jewelry is all the rage. You can buy a loom
to make your own bracelets, if you can find one (yes – they are that popular), or you can try your hand at making one without a loom. … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Silly Me
12 Ways to Use Old Sweaters {project inspiration}
Corey of “Tiny SideKick” blogs out of California and she loves making her home swanky and comfortable on a budget. She loves Interior design and wants to help us achieve the homes we love. Corey shows “12 Ways to Use … Read More...
Tutorial: Sochi-inspired table runner
Becky of Patchwork Posse couldn’t help but notice a patchwork theme at the Sochi 2014 Olympics; check out the torch carrier, official mascots packaging and the web store banner. All this inspired her to create this colorful quilted … Read More...
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites
How many still like to sneak a bite of the cookie dough before baking? Two hands up for me! I know it’s supposed to be bad for you, but it is so good!
Finally someone has come up with a … Read More...
DIY Sapa Anthropologie Necklace
This Sapa necklace was inspired by an Anthropologie design – It’s created using wooden beads and braided fabric to create a rustic effect. Personally I would have used a more natural color for the cord but that’s my own choice. … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Watch Chain
Running around keeping track of your busy life can be daunting and exhausting. This tutorial shows you how to create a fashionable way to keep track of your crazy days. Visit Apairandasparediy.com for the full tutorial and a list of … Read More...