Dana from MADE shows how to make a fleece pillowcase in just 2 easy steps. The fleece is wide enough that you can get a whole pillowcase out of just 2/3 yard. Her kids loved the fact that the fleece … Read More...
Project: Stamped Halloween Tag
The Funkie Junkie has directions on how she made the cool background for this awesomely creepy Halloween tag.
-Heather
Are you looking for more Halloween Embellishments, papers, and supplies? Check out these printable designs we found on Etsy and … Read More...
Store Raises Money to Help Injured Dog
I was just in Tulsa last week, though I didn’t manage to do any yarn shopping. If I had made it to Loops Knitting, I’m sure I would have heard the story of Purl, the lab puppy owned by … Read More...
Halloween Soap Pops
A quick little melt and pour Halloween Soap tutorial to get you in the holiday mood. These would look adorable all bagged up. (be sure to add NON EDIBLE) to them as there is always some kid who gives soaps … Read More...
Kids Craft – Halloween Frame
This frame would be the perfect little gift for loved ones. Have your kids dress up in their Halloween costumes early and take a few snaps. Then present the gift over Halloween for an adorable keepsake that can come out … Read More...
Halloween Movie Night
If you’re planning a quiet night in for Halloween then how about creating this tub of Halloween Movie night fun. With a little tag and some Halloween candy and snacks you’re kids are not going to miss trick or treating.… Read More...
Winner, winner: $50 American Express gift card from Pennington Vertical Gardens
Disclosure: Post and giveaway sponsored by Pennington Vertical Gardens
, but all opinions are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure.
My recent review of the Pennington Vertical Garden system included a giveaway for a $50 American Express gift … Read More...
How to make a recycled soda can bat
Now this cute bat was created by a mom with a soda can but I could see this being a big hit with the beer drinking crowd. Pop on over to the blog Oy Vey A Day for the great … Read More...
Tutorial: 90s silk blouse refashion
Remember those giant silk or rayon shirts from the 90s? I had a few, AND I buttoned them allllll the way up! Portia from Miss P shows how to refashion one of those shirts to bring it into the 2010’s. … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruched maternity shirt
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how she altered a basic t-shirt pattern to make a ruched maternity shirt. It’s a quick and easy alteration, with just a couple of extra steps. She also made it a two-tone shirt, with … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy fabric baskets
If your scrap bins are starting to overflow like mine are, then it might be time for a scrap busting project. These scrappy fabric baskets by Pam from Threading My Way may be just the thing to make. The outside … Read More...
Tutorial: Luke Skywalker leather belt
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to make a leather belt like the one Luke Skywalker wore. It has two pockets and a loop for a light saber. (On hers, the loop was purely decorative, as … Read More...
Freebies: Halloween Party Printables
The Pane Amore e Creativita blog has some spooky Halloween party printables to download, including banner flags, bottle labels and cupcake toppers. Note: the site is in Italian but no need to translate just to download 🙂
Are you … Read More...
Polymer Clay Picks
Fan picks, bright colours, great textures and interesting images. Basically, polymer clay peeps are super creative.
1. Homura-chan, 2. Bones, 3. Curs Fabi inspiració marina, 4. Skull Pod necklace – Reya
Tutorial: Baby changing mat clutch
Wen from What’s Mummy Up To? shows how to make a baby changing mat that folds up into a clutch. When unfolded, there’s a pocket at one end of the mat to hold a pack of wipes and a couple … Read More...
Project: Printed Post It Notes
Add a personal touch to your post it notes by printing them with digital stamps. Find out more over at the Craft Secrets blog.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps? Check out the digital stamps at Design Bundle
New DMC Colors are Here
I have been hearing about the new DMC colors for awhile, but FINALLY they are here. The DMC blog has a pdf file that you can download that lists the new numbers and has the color numbers that they fall … Read More...
Knit a Pumpkin Shaped Bowl
Whether you’re still decorating for Halloween or are looking for a project that can take you through the fall holiday season, my Pumpkin Spice Pumpkin Bowl pattern over at CraftBits is a great choice.
This simple bowl is worked from … Read More...
Pumpkin Patch Lollipops
Wow! This lollipop takes the cake. Wonderfully clever and detailed, these Jolly Rancher Lollipops
are a delight to look at and I am sure fun to make.
And if the kids get to help, they will love mixing and creating … Read More...
Spooky Diorama Pumpkin
Brenda from Unique Junktique provides us with a wonderful tutorial on how to create a lighted diorama pumpkin with decoupage for Halloween decor.
The diorama features a graveyard and Brenda used some Christmas lights, some decoupage and some other oddments … Read More...