When Oriental Trading offered me some products for a Halloween blog post I was very excited. The real challenge was not wanting to buy EVERYTHING. So I set myself a challenge to spend as little as possible. (Crazy I … Read More...
Tutorial: Maxi dress from jersey knit sheet
Teresa from Dandelion Drift shows how she made this maxi dress out of a jersey knit sheet. It has short sleeves, a blouson bodice, and a full gathered skirt. She used the sheet because it’s an inexpensive source of knit … Read More...
Guinea Pig Cupcakes
A nine year old wanted a guinea pig party and of course mum had to oblige. When that mum happens to be a creative crafty food blogger, then of course, the cake won’t be just any ordinary cake, will it?… Read More...
Cardboard Rocket Ships
Well I know at least one little boy who would love these! I think it’s the metallic paint that makes them stand out. The holes are for passengers (teddies) to sit inside. For the full tutorial and more great images … Read More...
Inspiration: Framed Halloween Art
The Valerka Crafts blog has an amazing Halloween project, using stamps, pattern papers, die cuts and more, this wonderful framed stamped art work is truly inspirational! For more pics click here, please note the site is in Russian.
-Heather… Read More...
Crochet Hook Clay Handle Tutorial
This is not a new idea, but I’m giving more thought to making my own hook handles and thought others might want to make their own also.
Jamey Elkins has this excellent tutorial on her blog to guide us … Read More...
Tutorial: Poinsettia Pin
Niki Meiners, writing for Polyform (the Sculpey people!), offers us this simple but pretty poinsettia pin. She makes an off white poinsettia but you could do the same design with a red poinsettia by using pomegranate mixed with a … Read More...
Project: Halloween Banner
Decorate your house for Halloween with this quick and easy banner project using die cuts, stamps and pattern paper from A Muse Studio.
-Heather
Are you looking for more Halloween Embellishments, papers, and supplies? Check out these printable … Read More...
Idea file: Quilted faux leather patches on a sweatshirt
Liz from Cotton & Curls shows an easy way to update a plain sweatshirt. She sewed quilted faux leather patches to the sleeves. She didn’t have to do a lick of quilting, though. The faux leather came pre-quilted, so all … Read More...
Tutorial: Trick or treat bag with a Velcro spider web
Merriment Design shows how to make a trick or treat bag with a Velcro spider web embellishment. It’s a sturdy tote bag, fully lined, with boxed corners. The bottom has a plastic (or cardboard) insert to help it hold its … Read More...
Free pattern: Sequined bolero
Anna from Plan B celebrates her 1 year blogging anniversary with a free pattern for this gorgeous sequined bolero. Holiday parties will be here before you know it, and this would be just the thing to wear to add a … Read More...
Tips for Crafting with Resin – Cloth, Paper, Scissors
Cloth, Paper, Scissors is one of the best resources out there for mixed media crafters. Even if you don’t sign up for their weekly emails or free e-books that they tempt you with, you can still check out the articles … Read More...
Extravagent Blackwork Motif
Imaginesque posts so many fun blackwork motifs – I don’t know how she comes up with so many new ideas, but she does. This time I have shared the image that shows what the motif looks like used as a … Read More...
Tutorial: Shark bag with free pattern
“Stitched by Crystal” is a wife and working mommy of 2. She loves to sew and craft when she has some free time. Crystal decided on a shark bag to go with her son’s pirate costume. She has a downloadable … Read More...
Spooky Clay Finds
Okay so these Etsy finds are more of the fun spooky than spooky spooky but clayers are talented folks and Halloween is certainly an entertaining theme:
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| Bat Boy by APieceOfLisa | Frankenpod Squid by Noadi |
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| Tombstone Earrings by PixieHearts | Zombie Pet |
Last Minute Halloween Candle Holders
Even with just days to go, it is never too late to start decorating or getting into the spirit (pardon the pun). These candle holder jars are so simple you will be able to pull them off in 5 … Read More...
Tutorial: Boy’s Henley with repurposed placket and collar
The placket and collar on this boy’s Henley top are actually repurposed from a man’s shirt. Heather from Feather’s Flights shows how to do it. She used a man’s shirt with snap closures, but this work equally well with a … Read More...
Free Halloween Ghostly finger puppet tutorial!
Here is a free fun craft tutorial that can be done by older children or parents for younger ones, it’s very easy and will make a great Halloween toy! Simmi is a Maker on “Uniquely UK” she is Grace’s Favors … Read More...
Project Freebie: Witches Legs Treat Bag
Paper Crafts Magazine has a downloadable template for making this adorable witches leg candy bag. I love the use of ribbon for her skirt, so cute!
-Heather
Looking for free digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design … Read More...
Deep Fall Surprises from Knitty
If you’re looking for a new project to start this weekend, check out the surprises from Knitty for DeepFall.
The Regatta Sock is a pretty toe-up number that has a triangular lace pattern that looks like a field of pennants. … Read More...