Lori used photos of her young daughter jumping into the pool for the first time for this summertime swimming pool layout. I love how she used her photos all in a row across both pages like a film strip to … Read More...
Women’s Dressy Shorts Free Sewing Pattern
These women’s dressy shorts are perfect for dressing up on a summer day! Or, make them from a heavier fabric and they’re super cute for fall. The shorts are shaped with pleats at the front (for ease of movement) and … Read More...
6 Tropical Christmas Coloring Pages
What says Christmas in July better than a Surfing Santa? If you like to get a very early jump on the holidays Dover Publication has got you covered. These 6 Tropical Christmas Coloring Pages are FREE to download.
Cake Traveler’s Notebook Page
Kira used different pattern papers to cut out each letter of the word “cake” three times and then stitched them down the center to adhere them to her page. I love how this gives some dimension to the letters becuase … Read More...
How to make recycled paperclip earrings
Yes you read the title right! These lovely modern shaped earrings are made out of recycled paper clips. This looks like a nice tiny project that could be easily carried on the go and made virtually anywhere. Pop on over … Read More...
Add Some Lace to Your Summer Knitting
I haven’t knit a single top this summer but that doesn’t stop me from looking at a lot of them and wanting to knit them.
The Lexa Top from Hanna Maciejewska is a sort of boxy top with lace detailing … Read More...
Indoor Activities for Kids Stuck at Home
I know my daughter is pretty done with being home all the time, and we’re doing some “mom camp” type activities to try to get her off the computer and doing some creative things.
Sun Hats & Wellie Boots has … Read More...
20 Creative Clay Tutorials
This roundup is all about clay, from FIMO clay
to Air drying clay
. No matter what the medium all these tutorials can be adapted to suit the clay you are using.
As a kid, we all played with play … Read More...
Watercolor Techniques with Natalie Malan
Renowned artist Natalie Malan
expertly introduces you to the beautiful world of watercolor painting in this easy-to-follow class. Have you always wanted to give watercolor painting a try but didn’t know where to start? Well, this is your opportunity!
Natalie … Read More...
Easy Denim Purses
Recycle those old, worn-out or out-grown blue jeans by making a variety of fun and useful denim bags for next to nothing! Make use of pants, skirts, pockets, waistbands and straps to create unusual, one-of-a-kind projects for carrying your valuables … Read More...
Book Review – The Knot Yours Truly: Inspiration and Ideas to Personalize Your Wedding
Your wedding day is a unique opportunity to show the world just who you are as a couple. The Knot Yours Truly helps you envision your celebration—from the big decisions like venue to the small stuff like escort cards—and show … Read More...
Wire Wrapped Fairy And Dandelion
I have always enjoyed wire wrapping techniques when making my own jewellery, so when I came across this craft kit for making 3d forms I was super exctied. This starter kit comes with pliers but if you already have the … Read More...
Crochet Patterns – Amamani Puzzle Balls
Amamani is short for Amigurumi Amish Puzzle Animals. They are based on the traditional Amish puzzle ball and, as such, come apart into three segments or rings, which have to be assembled to form the animal. Gauge isn’t important … Read More...
Free Knitting Pattern – Lilybelle Toddler Flower Dress
This free knitting pattern comes via Lionbrand and you can download the free pattern here. This little dress is almost like a tunic with added details. The dress above has been made in the color “Blossom” which you can … Read More...
Ocean Porthole Slimline Card
I used some brand new products from Stampin’ Up to create this fun Underwater Porthole Card. I love using a slimline style for cards when I feel like I could use come extra room to set the scene. Using dies … Read More...
Upcycled Dishtowel Pillow – DIY Sewing Tutorial
This is a simple idea that most anyone can do, yet it is so cute! Wendy from My French Twist shows how to make a pillow from a kitchen towel. It’s a perfect way to make a personalized gift! It’s … Read More...
Paper Bag Album for a Boy
Shellye used pattern papers, stickers and embellishments from Simple Stories to design this Cool Boy themed Mini Paper Bag Album. I love how she made the cover more durable with laminating. The inside pages made from small paper sacks are … Read More...
Toy Story Cards Inspiration
Oh my goodness, I’m in love, how amazing are these Toys Story Inspired Cards from Maya!!? She used many different stamp sets from Lawn Fawn to create these designs. Each card is also interactive using dies from Lawn Fawn for … Read More...
12 Journaling Prompts for the Pandemic
It might not feel like something you want to remember but this pandemic will part of everyone’s history so creating a personal record can be important. And it might also help you cope, being creative give us focus and purpose. … Read More...
A Sweet Little Vest Knitting Pattern for Summer
I don’t really wear vests in the summer, but it is a great time for them because sometimes you just need a little extra layer that doesn’t add a whole lot of hear.
The Raincheck vest by Elizabeth Smith is … Read More...