Kymy from Everything Your Mama Made & More shows how to turn a pair of full-length leggings into ruffled shorties. The extra length that you lop off to turn them into shorts is used to make the rows of ruffles … Read More...
VogueKnitting Crochet Magazine 2012 Collector’s Issue
Have you seen this magazine at your favorite book or craft retailer? If you have, you must know that it’s a bargain at $6.99! This issue is full of beautiful crochet designs, the quality of which we have come to … Read More...
Cookie and Herbs Bouquets
Just when I thought the cookie flower master couldn’t possibly improve upon her masterpieces, she goes and adds herbs. You must scroll through these gorgeous bouquets, and yes, they are cookies, not real flowers. I know it’s hard to tell. … Read More...
Freebie | Mad Hatter Party Straw Toppers
Is it too late for me to plan a party for my birthday next Monday? Because I would love to use these Mad Hatter straw toppers! You can get the free printable from Fleece Fun. Click here to go to … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Everyday Summer Fun
DIY Tissue Paper Pom Poms
Tissue paper pom poms are easy to make, versatile to use, and budget-friendly too! At Adore by Chloe, you’ll find links, ideas, and a step-by-step tutorial to help you create these pretty posies!
Find: Mid-century Nagel Candle Holder
NeatoVintage has a set of three vintage nagel candle holders that are completely fabulous. They are stackable or can work independently of each other. See it on Etsy.
Tutorial: Quick and easy baby dress from an adult knit shirt
Dana from MADE shares a tutorial on her blog showing how easy it is to turn an adult t-shirt into a cute little baby dress. I am loving the mix of the green polka dot and yellow stripes in her … Read More...
Animal Cracker Zoo
Such a cute idea for zoo-loving little ones: Craft your own zoo for animal crackers. I’m now thinking bigger… like a whole scale model of a zoo made of shoe boxes and astro-turf, so I need to stop here. Find … Read More...
Easy Herbal Centerpieces
Whether you’re planning a rustic outdoor wedding or an intimate garden celebration, herbal centerpieces are versatile and delightful. Here’s how to create these charming focal points:
1. Herb-Filled Mason Jars:
Gather an assortment of mason jars and fill them with … Read More...
Kiwi Crate {Review}
I first heard of Kiwi Crate
about a year ago when some wonderful kid craft bloggers couldn’t stop talking about it on their blogs. I have to admit, I was intrigued. When looking deeper into what Kiwi Crate is … Read More...
Pina Colada Cupcakes with Dried Fruit Flowers
First, the super yummy-sounding cupcakes… Pina Colada with Kiwi frosting? A resounding “Yes, please.” Find the recipe HERE at A Spicy Perspective. But wait, there’s more. Those gorgeous dried pineapple and kiwi flower cupcake toppers? Crafted and for sale … Read More...
How to make decorative recycled map tape
Over at the blog Ruby Murrays Musings there is a fun tutorial on how to make recycled map tape perfect for dressing up gifts.
Looking for fun washi tape for your next project? Check these out on Amazon
Tutorial: Vintage-inspired lace headband with twisted fabric flowers
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to make a beautiful vintage-inspired lace headband with rolled fabric flowers. The flowers are made from strips of scrap fabric that she twists and rolls into a rosette. No sewing is required, but … Read More...
DIY Fabric Wrapped Hangers
Fabric wrapped clothes hangers are not only practical, they’re pretty too. Spruce up your closet by taking those ugly wire hangers and giving them a makeover. Here’s a fun tutorial showing you step by step just how to do that. … Read More...
Tutorial | How to Make a Text Path in Photoshop
Deena Boese shows you how to make a text path in Photoshop to wrap text around any shape. She also includes a template for users of Photoshop Elements version 9 or earlier. Click here to go to the tutorial over … Read More...
Love in Stitches – Cross Stitch pattern
All you need is love according to the lyrics of a famous song and that is what you will get with this lovely free design from Balades et Broderies. There’s “Love” and some lovely stitches to go along with it. … Read More...
Read all about it: Tips for sewing with vintage patterns
Elizabeth & Liz fromSimple Simon & Co. create the most gorgeous kids’ clothes using vintage patterns. So it’s totally appropriate that their guest blog in the Vintage May Series at Craftiness Is Not Optional is a post all about … Read More...
Tutorial: Winter jeans become summer cut-offs and a half apron
With summer just around the corner, many of us mamas are looking at our kids’ winter jeans with an eye to cut them into shorts. Kymy from Everything Your Mama Made & More shows how she marks and cuts the … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Insta-fun
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