Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a free sewing pattern you can use to make a scrub cap. It’s made from two layers of quilting weight cotton. The lining creates a clean finish on the inside, no raw edges. Go … Read More...
Rainbow Traveler’s Notebook Pages
Claire used a rainbow sentiment stamp and repeatedly stamped it all over one side of her Traveler’s Notebook layout. Most were stamped in black but she also scattered some in color and added raindrops for a subtle rainbow design. The … Read More...
Etsy Feature – Go bananas bubble bath dough…
It is a fun gift for anyone that loves themself a good bubble bath. You can get 2 baths out of one container. If not more depending on how much you use. Its like playdough, but disolves in the … Read More...
Kids Craft DIY Bookmark
Any time I can encourage my kids to read, I’ll jump at the chance. I do my best to follow in my mother’s footsteps and find innovative ways to encourage after-school reading in my family. At our house we use … Read More...
Spring Bicycle Die Cuts
With the weather getting nicer and many of us looking to keep busy during this virus shut down I’m seeing lots of people out walking and biking. Next time you and your family hop on and go for a bike … Read More...
Bunny Rabbits Birthday Card
Bunnies don’t have to be just for Easter cards, this sweet card uses them for a birthday. I love the mix of plaids and pattern papers Laura used to create the scene on this adorable card.
Help Your Kids Learn to Knit with Rowan
Lots of people are pulling together to help us keep our kids educated and entertained these days, and the good folks at Rowan Yarns have stepped up with a five-part class to help kids learn to knit.
In these … Read More...
Free Virtual Wine Night Invitations For Isolation Parties
Virtual parties have become the only way we can stay connected to family and friends. We decided what is a party without an invitation right? These invitations are easy to save and e-mail. You may even want to go old … Read More...
Grab A NHS Frontline Support Flag
If there has ever been a time to fly a flag high it is now!
Share your support from your window, fence, gate or hanging from your upstairs balcony.
This flag can be purchased via Etsy.
Free sewing pattern: Rainbow umbrella pillow
There’s nothing like a rainbow to brighten the day. And I think we could all use some rainbows right now. Amy from Ameroonie Designs has a tutorial and free sewing pattern over at Therm O Web. It’s such a cute … Read More...
Vintage Style Easter Card
Nancy used an architecture stamp for the background on her Vintage Inspired Easter Card. Gold around the sentiment, water coloring and distressed washi tape all help give this card an old world feel.
Going Places Layout
Christine Meyer used the Going Places line from Simple Stories to create this dynamic layout. I love how she created square concentric frames with each frame having an opening that is completed with a different word and little embellishments. Plus … Read More...
Male and Female Doctors to Cross Stitch
With all that’s going on in the world right now, you might be looking for a way to honor and thank your favorite doctor. If you’d like to send your love in stitching, Cross Stitch Pattern.net has cute patterns for … Read More...
Oban Cardigan Named March Mayhem Champion
After narrowing the field from 64 to two, knitters voting at Mason Dixon Knitting declared the Oban Cardigan by Thea Coleman the top knit of 2019.
It’s easy to see why this classic cabled cardigan caught the eye of voters: … Read More...
Crochet Pattern – Granny Square Springdale Blanket
This Springdale Crochet blanket is all about the Granny Square. I love the color combinations in this, it reminds me of a Bumble bee and best of all when you purchase this pattern you get 9 more for free. Yep, … Read More...
How To Choose The Best Slow Cooker Or Crock Pot
Classic slow cookers still work well, but new models have electronic controls and nonstick aluminum pots.
Electric slow cookers
(crock pots) have been used for decades. They are a proven way to easily create delicious meals with minimum effort and … Read More...
DIY Natural Shampoo Paste
Did you know you can use clay to wash your hair? Nope, I didn’t either. It detoxes and leaves your hair shiny and clean with lots of volume. They use a kaolin white clay as a base for this DIY … Read More...
Book Review – A-Z of Embroidery Stitches
This comprehensive guide to embroidery stitches contains all the embroiderer needs to know to work dozens of stitches, and includes full advice on everything from choosing materials, beginning and ending a thread and using hoops to working as a left-handed … Read More...
20 Activities for Kids who need to Unplug
After a long day of staring at screens during distance learning and homeschooling, it’s understandable if your kids need a break from technology. However, it can be challenging to come up with fun and engaging activities that don’t involve screens, … Read More...
DIY Fabric Face Mask Sewing Patterns
The main aim of a DIY fabric mask is to prevent YOUR bodily fluids from being expelled or you being splashed on by someone else’s bodily fluids. It is my (non-medical) understanding that air still flows through the masks to … Read More...