How to make a recycled tin can butterfly
Isn’t this just too pretty? I bet you would never guess it’s made from a recycled tin can. Eileen Hull, the designer of the Butterfly die that the soda can was cut with has really out done herself! I am … Read More...
Etsy Russian Team’s stunning tutorials
What can I say about the talented Etsy Russian Team that you can all visit and learn how to create their lovely felted projects? What a totally generous group that willingly share their stunning work and ideas with us. So … Read More...
Tutorial: Big Bird Halloween costume for toddlers
Susi from Just Crafty Enough shows how to make a Big Bird costume for your toddler child. The costume has enough feathers to feel fluffy and feathery just like the favorite Sesame Street character, but it’s made from a t-shirt … Read More...
Tutorial: Embellished felt Christmas ornaments
Sarah and Lisa fromA Spoonful of Sugarshow how to make cute Christmas ornaments out of die-cut felt circles, small doilies (or pieces cut from doilies), and buttons. The stitching is quick and easy to do, making this a … Read More...
Tutorial: Handmade gift bags | eco-friendly
This is brilliant. Instead of a last-minute dash to the Dollar Store to get a gift bag for a party, do what Sherri did. Make up some fabric patchwork gift bags to have on hand for that next special occasion. … Read More...
Debbie’s Latest WOCS Project
Taco Cake Pops
For National Taco Day of course. I’m beginning to think that Every Day Should Pop! can turn anything into a cake pop. See what they really are HERE.
Make a dress-form pin cushion
Kim and Kris of The DIY Dish share a pattern and tutorial for making awesome dress-form pin cushions. As cute as these are, I think they cry out for some stitchy embellishment! Go to their blog post to learn how … Read More...
How to make recycled glass bottle photo frames
This is so simple yet elegant! Check out Rachel’s easy tutorial she posted at her blog Lines Across my Face on how to make recycled glass bottle photo frames (along with links to her research (super cute too!)
Tutorial: Make a clothespin bag from an old pair of jeans
Gwen from Gwenny Penny shows how to create a clothespin bag out of an old pair of jeans. It uses just the bottom portion of one leg, which makes this a great project for a pair of jeans with a … Read More...
Pattern and tutorial: Christmas penguin
Next up in Troublet‘s series of stash-busting Christmas ornaments is this adorable penguin. Go to her post at The Trouble with Crafting for the pattern and tute. And don’t forget the associated giveaway!
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Tutorial: Little boy’s Viking costume
Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar shows how she created the cutest little Viking costume for her young son. I love the creative material she used for the “fur” cape and boots! (I’m not going to spoil the … Read More...
Inspiration: 3D Stamped Witches Closet
This cool Halloween project blew me away! Find more detailed pics and info about this amazing 3D paper witches closet over on the Waltzing Mouse blog. That’s sure is one stylin’ witch!
-Heather
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Tutorial & Freebie | Toothpick Flags
Linda Tieu from Back to Paper shares a tutorial and a free printable for making toothpick flag embellishments. These are adorable on scrapbook pages or cards! Click here to go to her blog post.
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DIY Homemade Cough Drops and Cough Lollipops – Soothe a Scratchy Throat Naturally
Whether you’re dealing with seasonal sniffles, a lingering tickle in your throat, or a cold that just won’t quit, these DIY homemade cough drops and lollipops are a sweet little lifesaver. Made with simple pantry ingredients and natural soothing agents, … Read More...
Indian Corn Fall Candle Display
This colorful candle centerpiece captures an autumn ambiance by decorating a pillar with Indian corn.
All you need for this display is a pillar, glue gun, twine and/or ribbon. If you pick cobs with plenty of contrasting colors, you’ll … Read More...
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Tutorial: Pillowcase style dress for a baby girl from an adult-sized thrifted top
Pillowcase dresses don’t have to be made from actual pillowcases. You can make the same style of dress from yardage, or do like Stellar Mother did and make one from a thrifted halter top (adult-size). She shares a tutorial showing … Read More...