I’m still sad about the eminent closing of Classic Elite Yarns, in part because they have always produced such great patterns to go with their yarns.
One of their recent patterns is Riptide, a cute little shrug worked … Read More...
How To Make Gel Candles
Gel candles are a unique and beautiful way to create stunning, long-lasting candles that can add a touch of elegance and ambiance to any room. Gel candles differ from traditional wax candles in that they are made from a special … Read More...
No Line Coloring Technique with Solid Stamps
I love to color and paint but I can barely draw a stick figure so I love learning new ways to use my stamps to help me feel more like an artist without needing as much talent 🙂 I’ve done … Read More...
Cross Stitch a Little Gnome for Your Phone
Have you seen those phone cases that have holes on the back so you can cross stitch them? I had one but I didn’t make it fast enough and now my phone is too big for the holder.
But if … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Double wine bottle tote bag
If one bottle of wine is good, two are better! This bag makes it easy to carry two bottles of wine or beer with you to parties and get togethers. Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial showing how you … Read More...
DIY GRANNY SQUARE CROCHET TOP
Learn how to make a simple, modern crochet top out of a giant granny square. This crochet tutorial is easy to follow. The crochet pattern is available here. To make this top you only need to make a granny square. … Read More...
Create a Cute Dog Handmade Card with this Printable
Who doesn’t love dogs, right? I know I do! Share your puppy love by creating your own handmade card from my free decoupage printable. This is an easy card making project for both adults and children.
The card front measures … Read More...
DIY Powdered Sugar Shaker from a Mason Jar
This genius little mason jar hack is perfect for powdered sugar dusting. This is not your typical “poke holes in the lid” tutorial. I show you how to add a wire mesh lid using an inexpensive dollar store item.
Cute Lemon Slice Cake Tutorial
Cute cake for everyone’s favourite summer citrus with a step by step recipe and fondant tutorial to recreate it at home. Great for beginners. This summer cake is adorable! perfect for a Summer party or Summer BBQ. I just can’t … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Couch tool caddy and thread catcher
I like to do my hand stitching while sitting on the couch watching TV. The soft cushy couch is more comfortable than sewing table chair and the TV gives me something to listen to. But sewing at the couch usually … Read More...
Star Wreath Paper Plate Craft for Kids
This is a simple & inexpensive craft to do with kids this summer. It is the perfect craft for 4th of July and would be a great summer camp project! Very easy kids craft to try at home.
Washi Tape Earring Trio
Washi Tape is so fun to use and these earrings fly together with a minimum amount of supplies. What a great way to use Washi tape! Perfect project for tweens or teens who want to make their own Jewelry. See … Read More...
A Cardigan to Get Your Through the Seasons
While I’m still deep in thinking about summer knitting, Knitty has moved on to thinking early fall already.
Just days after summer’s official start I’m not ready to think about colorwork cowls, giant shawls or cozy hats, but … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Fourth of July wall hanging
This Fourth of July project is not only made to be sewn with materials you have on hand, its perfect to sew up in an afternoon with kids! Meredith from Olivia Jane Handcrafted has a free downloadable PDF project sheet … Read More...
Congrats…..
to Christi, she’s this month’s winner of the Paper Pumpkin kit giveaway!
Thanks to all who entered!
-Heather
(winners are notified by e-mail)
Summer Reading Bingo for Kids
I count myself really lucky that my daughter loves to read and easily spends an hour a day reading with no prompting at all from me.
But I know a lot of kids aren’t as excited about reading, especially in … Read More...
Funny Interactive Slider Cards
I love the juxtaposition of the pretty flowers and the funny sayings about birthdays on this Interactive Slider birthday card. If you know someone who has a good sense of humor about getting older hop on over to the Hero … Read More...
Red, White and Blue Dahlia Paper Wreath: July 4th DIY Decor
Making a wreath is a wonderful way to decorate for any holiday or season, and July 4th is no exception. In this tutorial you will learn how to build the dahlia paper wreath using the included free PDF printables … Read More...
Sewing tips: Match those plaids
Perfectly matched plaids are the holy grail of sewing. Oh, the satisfaction when it happens in your own work and the respect (and sometimes envy) when you see it in others’ projects. It takes extra care when cutting fabric and … Read More...
Polymer Clay Trays
Here’s another take on a “ring dish” made from polymer clay – this coffee table tray from FallForDIY. Depending on the size of your shape you bake on, you could go up to quite a large size with clay. Past … Read More...