Tanagrams are a lot of fun for kids to learn shapes and how the shapes can go together to make different shapes.
These printable tanagram mats from Simple Everyday Mom are adorable and a great addition to the fall classroom.… Read More...
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by Sarah White
Tanagrams are a lot of fun for kids to learn shapes and how the shapes can go together to make different shapes.
These printable tanagram mats from Simple Everyday Mom are adorable and a great addition to the fall classroom.… Read More...
This jewelry making tutorial shows you how to make a bracelet using felted balls. This tutorial shows you how to felt the balls and then turn it into a chunky DIY bracelet.
(Approximate cost per pumpkin project $1.85)
1. Cut strips of fabric that measure from top of pumpkin to bottom. Strips measure approximately 2 inches wide and 8 inches … Read More...
We loved this roundup by Savvysassymoms.com we knew we had to feature it for October. If your class is having a Halloween party o perhaps as a parent you are taking a special treat in to your childs classroom then … Read More...
by Sarah White
Do you like to pick up rocks from special places? I have a little rock collection, and so does my daughter, and while not all of them are suitable for this kind of project, some smallish special rocks can be … Read More...
Ashlea put together this adorable unicorn face card with some unique ideas, like small banners for the eyelashes and a chevron stamp for the horn. So clever!
You can find her tutorial over on the Sticker Kitten blog.
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by Anne Weaver
This phone wallet organizer will help keep your phone and sunglasses from getting scratched when they’re in your purse. You can find a free pattern and tutorial at So Sew Easy. It’s an easy project you can sew in about … Read More...
I love all the colorful strips of pattern papers across this kite layout. It’s a great way to use up paper scraps. And the twine of the kite tail wrapped around the photo really adds great focus!
This free crochet pattern uses simple basic crochet stitches and gives you a lovely repeating subtle texture. This striping pattern is easy to customize with any color you’d like – I went with this fun Neopolitan color scheme this time … Read More...
Pull the string on this fun Halloween scene card and a cute ghost moves across the front. I love how he’s hiding in the trees, so fun!
Find a tutorial video for making one over on the Newton’s Nook blog.… Read More...
Add photos (your own or vintage clip art), papers, tissue and more to make a mixed media fan. It’s a fun and unique way to share memories. You’ll find directions as well as FREE fan template over on the Stampington … Read More...
These big faux cages are made with something you can grab at the dollar store and have all your neighbors asking how did you make that awesome Halloween decoration? Pop on over to the blog The Navage Patch for the … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Sew a little lip balm
holder you can attach to a keychain, lanyard, or backpack! Amy from Ameroonie Designs shares a tutorial at Polka Dot Chair showing how. It’s a quick little project to sew and can be made from … Read More...
by Sarah White
I am loving the Criss Cross Top knitting pattern from Purl Soho. Designed by Adam Aronowitz, it’s worked from the bottom up, with a little opening in the side seams at the bottom and a cool center rib section that … Read More...
These DIY soap favors are so easy to make that you can literally make 100’s in just a few hours. It’s a great way to make a personalized handmade gift with minimal skills required. You can buy read to melt … Read More...
This needlework piece is delicate and thick with layers of embellishment. The tutorial is easy to follow and you can adapt this needlework shabby chic book to suit your own supplies. This book is heavily layered with lace and small … Read More...
Threadbear shows us how to make your own Craft fair banner. This thread stye banner would suit any yarn, ribbon or wool business. The tutorial is easy to follow and will save you hundreds of dollars by making your own … Read More...
by Sarah White
Now that it’s September I don’t feel so weird about sharing Halloween cross stitch patterns. We have to have time to make stuff in time to display it, right?
This “Best Witches to You” cross stitch pattern from Red Bear … Read More...
Vellum is a thin semi-translucent paper that can be used in a variety of ways. You can stamp on it, color it, heat emboss it, dry emboss, punch and die cut it and so much more. Designer Emily Midgett has … Read More...