Colour exploration is an important aspect of quilt design. Most of the time I see lay quilters just mix and match anything or just copy what others are doing. An exploring colour linky party will prompt people to learn … Read More...
Tutorial: Make Gradient Soap
“Ombre” is the big theme this year, even in cold-process soap. Emily Shieh (of Soap & Restless) guests posts at The Soap Bar with a very comprehensive tutorial on making gradient soap using both bleeding and non-bleeding colorants. CP … Read More...
DIY Shaker Bookmark
Keep your place in a book or planner with this fun shaker bookmark. You can find direction for making one over on the Sizzix blog.
-Heather
10 Free Summer Themed Scrapbooking Papers
Get your craft projects ready for summer with these 10 brightly coloured scrapbook papers.
The lovely bold colours evoke feelings of tropical islands and drinking exotic cocktails by the side of the pool.
The backing papers come in both A4 … Read More...
Knit a Simple Striped Vest
I love knitting layering pieces throughout the year either to wear inside when there’s too much air conditioning or to get ready for the season to come.
The Kauni Cascade Vest from Noble Knits is a simple Garter Stitch vest … Read More...
Hand Embroidery Tutorial – Primrose Flower
This Needlework tutorial shows you how to create Primrose flowers. This Embroidery tutorial can be used for hoops samples or other Embroidery projects. The tutorial shows you with step by step photos how to create this Embroidered flower by hand.… Read More...
Needle Felted Lion Tutorial
Felt Lion
Biography of needle felted circus lion
Name: Lumba
Personality: Lumba is a shy and kindhearted lion that misses home badly. He is a new needle felted member in the circus and he is always nervous about the performance.… Read More...
Mermaid Party Chocolate Treats
Light pink and light blue candy melts
Sandwich bags or decorating bags
Scissors
3 small microwave safe bowls
3 plastic spoons
Directions-
1. In three separate small microwave safe bowl‘s, add a … Read More...
How To Make A Pop Up Slider Rainbow and Unicorn Card
I’m still loving the rainbow and unicorn trend! If you are too check out this awesome interactive pop up slider rainbow and unicorn card by Ardeth. She got a video tutorial using the new Rainbow Slider die from Ellen Hudson … Read More...
Turn an Old Book Into a Scrapbook
Maggie Holmes has a great way to upcycle an old book by turning it into a small scrapbook with a vintage feel. She’s got layout page ideas, how to remove the old book pages and how to assemble everything together. … Read More...
Sewing pattern: English paper pieced hexagon mug mat
This hexagon mug mat gives the maker a chance to stretch those English paper piecing muscles, but it’s still quick to sew up because it’s finished on the machine. Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial and a free English … Read More...
2 Ingredient Lime Watermelon Sorbet
This DIY Lime Watermelon Sorbet is super easy to make & you only need 2 ingredients for this sweet summer dessert! I can imagine this in a daiquiri glass with a little vodka on the top too for those special … Read More...
How to make Fabric Ribbon
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If you are destashing or just sorting through your fabric stash and happen to find some fabric that you like but don’t think you will be sewing with- this ribbon tutorial may be just the project for a day you … Read More...
How To Get Your Etsy Shop Off To A Great Start
It doesn’t matter if you have already setup your Etsy store there is still heaps to learn in this article. Make sure you go over all the Etsy item checklist to make sure you have everything covered before setting up … Read More...
DIY Garden Gazing Ball
We were given the opportunity to try out Surebonder hot glue guns
and like all our DIY Craft reviews we give a hands-on practical and honest review. I have some bad history when it comes to hot glue and hot … Read More...
How to Knit a Giant Cat Tube
I have a very old cat (he’s 16 and a half!) and he loves to get involved with knitting projects whenever possible. He’s not one for getting under the covers, though, so I’m not sure how he would feel about … Read More...
Cat Cards with Watercolor Backgrounds
Washes of watercolor make the perfect colorful backgrounds for these cute cat stamps. Using Ecoline brush markers
with watercolor paper Eline’s got tips on make this sweet set of cards over on the Marianne Designs blog. (note: you might need … Read More...
Wizarding World of Harry Potter Scrapbook
I am a HUGE fan of Harry Potter and my husband and I have gone to Orlando Florida a few times to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studio theme park. It’s amazing and if you’re a … Read More...
Sewing pattern: DIY wired fabric headband
Summer hair is easy with this wired fabric headband. Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can make one. It’s cute and practical and easy to sew. She’s even got a free pattern for you!
Click below for her … Read More...
The Best Lil Yarn Craft Ever? Absolutely!
Pom poms are so popular right now and this tutorial is sure to inspire you. It’s a simple, effective way to completely transform your home decor with yarn! See the full tutorial here.