I love a sweater that is almost like a blanket. Something that’s big and warm and cuddly, but of course that looks nice, too. Maybe a blanket with sleeves would be my dream garment.
And while I’ve knit some things … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Hemming stretch fabrics
Sewing knit fabric is easy, though hemming can be tricky. The stretch of the fabric can make it difficult to get a smooth hem. Emily from Life Sew Savory has a post all about hemming knits – stitches, tips, techniques! … Read More...
Cool Nature Games to Add to Your Science Center
Let’s face it, we can’t always get the kids outside as much as we would like, or as much as they would like if they are real nature lovers. But the learning about the outdoors doesn’t have to stop just … Read More...
DIY Smores Wedding Favors
A different kind of toasting to the Bride and Groom can be done with these DIY Smores Favors. So inexpensive and adorable. Also the perfect favor if you are having an outdoor wedding with a fire pit. How amazing would … Read More...
Tatting Pattern – Sabrina Bookmark
This tatting project is beautiful. I love the vibrant color too. (does anyone know what color it is?) This tatting tutorial will make the prettiest bookmark and you can find it here.
Check out all our other tatting projects by … Read More...
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Product Review: Whimsy Stamps Part 2
I’m back to share some more ideas using stamps from Whimsy Stamps. They carry photo-polymer clear stamps, rubber on cling mount stamps, digital stamps, stencils, metal dies and pattern papers. Whimsy has many different talented artist that design … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Back to school backpack
Make back-to-school a little more special with a handmade backpack for your child! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial showing how. The quilted backpack is made from quilting weight cotton – with so many … Read More...
Watercolor Summer/Fall Floral Clipart Download
Download these free juicy foliage and fruit clipart to get creative and build your own scrapbooking projects. Use it in your planner or journal as stickers or make more lists and power quotes with them, the ideas are endless!
DIY Tropical Balloon Hoop Wreath
Balloons are a party staple but that doesn’t mean you just need some helium and string to make them interesting. Instead, find a way to use balloons to add texture and color to your tropical party decor like with this … Read More...
DIY Blue Glitter Mermaid Soap
This DIY Blue Glitter Mermaid Soap is so cute and simple to make! It would be the perfect party favor or gift for little mermaid lovers. The tutorial uses Melt and pour soap so it is perfect for beginners and … Read More...
How to Make The Trinity Roux: A Grain Free, Ketogenic, Paleo and Gluten Free Roux
This roux helps families who have grain-intolerant and gluten-intolerant members enjoy authentic Cajun and Creole dishes like seafood gumbo and shrimp stew.
I am a south Louisiana local who spent years developing this roux so I could eat a proper … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Vintage pillowcase bed caddy
It takes just a few easy seams to turn a vintage pillowcase into a handy bed baddy! I’ve got a tutorial over at Bombshell Bling showing how. The bed caddy has two rows of pockets so you can hold books, … Read More...
Easy Gift Card Holders
Using lovely patterned papers and dies from Graphic 45 Ginger created these quick and easy gift card holders.
She’s sharing a tutorial over on their blog.
-Heather
I am a big fan of gift cards, I know lots of … Read More...
An Easy Hat to Knit Before it Gets Cold
For some reason we’ve been having a somewhat cool and really rainy August here in Arkansas, so as much as I want to hang onto the warm weather I’m also already thinking about fall and winter.
I love to do … Read More...
How to make a multi-pocket envelope
If you like to put together all sorts of goodies to send to your fellow creatives this multi-pocket envelope would be a great way to send it out in the mail. Pop on over to the blog Maple Post for … Read More...
Glittery Dance Layout
Add tons of sparkle and shine to your layouts by adding loose glitter to die cuts with liquid glue. It’s a perfect look for dance or costume pages.
Visit the American Crafts blog for more info.
-Heather
Sewing pattern: Shaggy latch hook yarn pillow cover
Cyntia from My Poppet uses latch hook to create this shaggy pillow. The deep pile of the yarn gives it a luxurious texture. She shares a tutorial showing how she made it, including her trick for sewing the pieces together … Read More...
Cross Stitch a Spooky Old House for Halloween
Do you have a Halloween tree? It seems like that’s becoming a more popular idea to celebrate the fall holidays, and it gives you an excuse to put your tree up earlier and decorate multiple times a year.
Whether you … Read More...
12 Kids Craft Sand Projects
These DIY kids craft projects all use sand. All of these activities are suitable for Children. Some of them are art based, other projects more tactile and sensory. You can use store bought sand or collect some from your beach … Read More...