Take a look at these lovely free printable papers from Nash at Craft a Doodle Doo! She calls this free printable paper collection Charm Bash, and I do agree they are very charming papers. I’m partial to those gold glitter … Read More...
Printable Lego Board Game You Can Make At Home
This Christmas I bought my first batch of Lego
. I have spent every day since then picking the darn things up off the floor. I have been desperately trying to keep each set together and desperately fighting the temptation … Read More...
Article | Project Life for Noobs
It’s a brand new year, and it’s about that time when we think about starting new memory keeping projects. A popular one of late is Project Life. If that is one of your goals for 2014, then you must check … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Crazy Little Elf
Mason Jar Candles
Mason jars have been a popular item for crafting for a long time, and with good reason. They’re versatile, durable, and have a timeless charm that fits into any decor style. One of the best ways to use mason jars … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace trim updates a plain sweater
Maya from Little Treasures shows how a little bit of lace breathed new life into an unwanted sweater. It’s a quick and easy refashion. The crocheted lace trim adds interest to the neck and wrists of the sweater. This would … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Denim Jeans tooth fairy pillow
Niki from Roonie Ranching shows how to make a tooth fairy pillow that looks like it was made out of a tiny pair of jeans. She used denim fabric and topstitching to recreate the look of jeans in this small … Read More...
Video tutorial: Setting preferences in Illustrator
Lauren Dahl wraps up her series of video tutorials showing how you can use Adobe Illustrator to digitize your own sewing patterns. Her final installment tells how you can set up your preferences in Illustrator. It’s not difficult to do … Read More...
Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired blouse refashion
Andrea from Little Did You Know shows how she refashioned a thrifted blouse to recreate the look on blouse from Anthropologie (no longer available for sale). She shortened the sleeves of the loose fitting blouse, turning the cuffs into tabs … Read More...
Aurifil’s designer series with free BOM patterns
Pat Sloan kicks off the new year with the 2014 Aurifil Designer of the Month series. As host, she’ll interview one guest per month. She’ll share their work spaces, fabric lines AND – key to their choice of quilt block … Read More...
On the Importance of Details
I love simple patterns that include just one or two little details that make them really special. I’ve been thinking a lot about how to add those kinds of touches to my own designs, whether it’s an interesting hem line … Read More...
Winter Wonderland Cupcakes
Today it feels like the frozen tundra than a winter wonderland. I’ve already had my fill of snow for the season. If you are still dreaming of a white winter, then give these beautiful cupcakes a try. Just to let … Read More...
Printable Maths Games
Thought I would share some printables and lesson plans for older kids. My daughter hates Math. I don’t know if this is because we ask her to work on it or if she really just hates it. I can’t really … Read More...
Freebie: Star Wars Paper Snowflakes
I’ve seen lots of ideas for paper cutting snowflake but these Star Wars snowflake patterns from Anthony Herrera Designs are totally EPIC!! He generously has provided on his blog free downloadable pdf files so you can cut your own! … Read More...
Winter Olympics – Printable Cupcake Wrappers
Celebrate the Winter Olympics (Starting February 7th) with this free Cupcake wrapper Printable. Having a fun party or Viewing party is a great way to expose the kids to different cultures, different sports and with a little effort different cuisines … Read More...
Monster Crochet
I don’t have a little one to make this cute monster cap for, but I bet a lot of my readers do! Isn’t it scary-cute? Anne Granger offers her pattern and tutorial on her blog so you can make one … Read More...
Tutorial: Chinese New Year Candy Box Charm
A quick video tutorial for the upcoming Chinese New Year – a traditional candy box made up as a miniature food charm. Have a watch!
Tutorial: Felt Hexagon Coasters
New to hexies? Instead of a bed quilt, why not start small with this Felt Hexagon Coaster project by Nancy of Do Small Things with Love. She’s a guest blogger today at Sugar Bee Crafts where she shares step-by-step how … Read More...
Inexpensive way to organize your craft supplies in the new year
Got some New Year resolutions?
Is one of them organizing your craft stash? If yes, then you’re in luck as Morena of CraftUnleashed shows you how to organize your stash into manageable chunks using ModPodge, some boxes, paint and candlesticks.… Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycled burlap bag
Go to Steph Chows to find a tutorial showing how to make this cool bag out of a coffee sack and an old t-shirt. The construction is simple, with bias tape finishing the top edge and making the handles. It’s … Read More...