Independent craft blog since 2007
Let fine artist turned jewelry maker Debbi Simon
introduce you to the possibilities of epoxy clay Via this online video course over on Craftsy. 
From the basics of filling a bezel with sparkling crystals, to making filigree embellishments and jewelry … Read More...
Cooler fall days mean it’s time for hot drinks like coffee, tea or pumpkin spice anything. Amy R captured the season perfectly with a fun Halloween coffee mug card, don’t you just love the puny “Hello BREWtiful” sentiment? She’s sharing … Read More...
This amazing altered Memory Keeper Box suitcase created by Veena is the perfect place to store memories, ephemera and thicker items that won’t fit in a traditional scrapbook. She decorated it with stitching, pattern papers, stickers, die cut shapes, 3D … Read More...
Tired of going thru tons of cling wrap
? Then make your own reusable bowl covers! These DIY wax bowl covers fare a fun and easy sewing project that even a beginner can make with just a little time. They … Read More...
This game makes me so happy! I bet adults would love to play too! I know I want to. This rolls of toilet paper dressed up like ghosts and a pumpkin makes for lots of Halloween fun. Roll on over … Read More...
Patti used products from Tim Holtz to create this amazing Black Cat Halloween Tag. This mixed media project uses ink sprays, stenciling, embossing, stamping and more for loads of great texture and detail. I love her tip of dying white … Read More...
These pretty printable pocket journaling cards work well in Project Life books or really any style of scrapbook layout. I love the black and white with pops of teal color combo! These cards are FREE for you to download and … Read More...
You might not know this about me, but I used to work as a copy editor at a couple of newspapers a long time ago. Newsprint holds a special place in my heart, and Joji Locatelli has captured some of … Read More...
Do you ever get the feeling that there’s just a little too much Monday and not quite enough coffee to conquer it?
Then this cross-stitch pattern is for you. Or stitch it up for your favorite Monday-hater, or the coffee … Read More...
Don’t worry about these bumble bee coasters from DIY Party Mom. They won’t sting! They look really cute though.
This tutorial has a handy and printable stitch chart. These are easy coasters to make so they are an ideal … Read More...
1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! Bake your way through Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Inspired by the films, this is the ONE and ONLY official Harry Potter cookbook! Packed with over 40 recipes and gorgeous, eye-catching photography, this baking … Read More...
Learn how to reuse, recycle, restyle, restore, and revamp your old furnishings to create a stylish and unique home, without spending a fortune! Whether you are on a tight budget, or simply want to give your existing home a new … Read More...
This book is jammed packed with recipes for homemade soaps, lotions, and cleaning supplies but more importantly, it explains to you why you should be making your own.
Natural homemade soaps are environmentally friendly.
Even though we use bath products … Read More...
Halter tops are trending right now and if you love wearing them then you will love this easy-to-follow sewing pattern. I love the wide band on this Halter neck, it really balances out the design. This sewing pattern is for … Read More...
We have been sneakily working on a side hustle to help support our blogs, did you hear about it?
We launched a new online Store with Amazing items and affordable prices. Including this Knitting bag which we have marked down … Read More...
I love seeing paper crafting products used with different materials like this adorable felt charm. Kara used dies from Lawn Fawn to create a Gnome card and used the same dies but with felt to create a wonderful matching Gnome … Read More...
This lovely Autumn Mini Album from Susi is made with just one sheet of paper for the base. I love how each section has an interactive accordion style pop up, that’s a lot of terrific design style for such a … Read More...
If you love beautifully presented gifts then you are going to love this tutorial. It makes giving a gift card, or tickets to an event, into a statement, rather than just handing over an envelope. You sew this pretty Christmas … Read More...
Have you been sculpting realistic dolls? Often it’s the hands that prove to be the hardest part, because getting them right can really finish your doll of nicely!
If you haven’t heard of Living Felt then now is the time! … Read More...
