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...
Marathoner Sets Record for Knitting While Running
I am capable of walking while knitting. I am not a runner, but even if I were I don’t think I would ever consider trying to combine the two pursuits.
But apparently running and knitting at the same time … Read More...
Essential Oil Blend For ADHD Kids
We were asked about using Essential oils to help treat ADHD and Anxiety in Children and we came across this blend called “Jeddy’s Blend
“.
Obviously, the usual suggestions apply –
Consult your Doctor before stopping any medications –… Read More...
Glass Halloween Candle Holders
Re-use those Candy buffet jars and turn them into delightful candle holders or add Halloween Candy. These jars are pretty yet ooze Halloween. If you used the right glue you could easily dismantle these after Halloween and use the jars … Read More...
Recycled Easter Egg Halloween decorations
OK I think this takes the first place prize for the easiest recycled craft ever!
Got a bunch of orange, green and white Easter eggs in your stash? Get out your Sharpie and doodle some spook-tacular pumpkin, ghost and monster … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} A Vintage Fall
I love the muted colors of this pretty autumn and vintage inspired inspiration board I spotted at Magnolia Rouge. Blush pink may be a bit unconventional for fall, but it looks so lovely combined with rich burnt orange and … Read More...
DIY Illuminated Table Numbers
Add a bit of cozy autumn warmth to your wedding with easy-to-make lighted table numbers. They’re inexpensive too! You can find a complete step-by-step tutorial at Intimate Weddings, and you’ll be surprised at how few materials these pretty decorations … Read More...
Tutorial: Wonder Woman costume appropriate for a girl to wear
Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how she made a Wonder Woman costume for her daughter. She could have purchased one, but it was expensive and, like many costumes available in stores, not appropriate for a 13-year-old to wear. In … Read More...