This DIY plush rug features everyone’s favorite sea creature – the narwhal! Cheryl from Sew Can Do shares a tutorial and free pattern. A foam interior for softness with padded appliqués make it dreamy underfoot and double as a play … Read More...
Knit a Mermaid Tail for Your Pet
A couple of years ago I knit my daughter a mermaid tail blanket for Christmas. Hers is pink and purple, and it’s really cute, if I do say so myself.
But if there’s one thing cuter than a little girl … Read More...
Graduation Card with Colored Pencils and Gamsol
I recently needed a graduation card and found some adorable stamps on Etsy from a shop called Isabel Cristina Stamps. I printed out the boy and cap and colored them with Prismacolor colored pencils blended with Gamsol solution. Learn more … Read More...
Rainbow Embroidery Sampler
Oh my goodness, I am in total love with this Embroidery Sampler. I mean look at all those colors!! it’s delightful and cheery and I just love love love it. This pattern is fun to follow and I am … Read More...
Sewing pattern: How to sew a bikini bottom
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can sew a bikini bottom. You can make one using a basic panties pattern, with a few adjustments to the construction. Melissa shows how to do it, plus she … Read More...
22 Spring Organizing Projects
It’s Spring! Right? The perfect time to open up the windows, let in the fresh air, and freshen up things in our homes and craft spaces. Here are 22 great ideas for organizing projects that you can work on over … Read More...
Tasha Tunisian Crochet Shrug
This squishy shrug is a fun and simple way to dip your toes into Tunisian crochet. There are only a couple stitches and they repeat in a way that gives this shrug some texture without looking like a mess. It’s … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Seaside tote bag
Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shares a tutorial for making her Seaside Tote Bag. The quilted tote is so cute for summer, and a great bag for carrying along to the park or beach, or to any other summertime activity! … Read More...
Another Fun Summer Top to Knit
I’m not at all sorry that I keep sharing patterns for knit tops. I only wish I had time to knit them all!
This one from Katia magazine is a free PDF available in both Spanish and English (it’s the … Read More...
Amazing Unicorn Shoes You Can Buy Online
Unicorns have a lot of charm and it’s nice to see something other than Disney (sorry Walt) for our little girls. Unicorns are non branded generic mythical creatures that can be created in so many different variations. Did you … Read More...
10 Super Tricks To Help You Sleep Better
Sleep Science: 10 Super Tricks to Help you Sleep Better
A good night’s sleep is an absolute must, and it is an exceptionally important part of a healthy lifestyle- just as healthy eating and regular exercise is. The lack of … Read More...
Partial Die Cutting
Add an interesting 3D pop to your cards with partial die cutting. This easy technique allowed you to cut out only part of a dies shape. It’s a really great way to get more from your dies. Laurel Beard has … Read More...
Tutorial: Adjust the presser foot tension on your sewing machine
Did you know that you can adjust the tension on your presser foot? It’s not something you’d need to do very often, but depending on the weight of your fabric you may need to adjust it. Petro from Easy Peasy … Read More...
15 of the Best Father’s Day Printables
We’ve shared our love with our moms, now it’s dad’s turn. Use these free printables, use the ideas to inspired that perfect project that says ” Dad, we love you!” Ideas include coupon books, gift wrap, and of course lots … Read More...
Diy Napkin Decoupaged Tile Coasters
Decoupaging tile coasters are super easy, and make great gift ideas. Everyone can use a set of coasters. They can be personalized to fit the gift receivers taste, like these Dallas Cowboy Tile Coasters for the Dallas football fan
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Polymer Clay Faux Cork Desk Organizer
This faux cork desk organizer might be a good, useful Father’s Day gift idea. It uses a little texture and paint in addition to good ol’ Premo. Cover a few cans (or jars) in faux cork to make a useful … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Wide leg Palazzo pants, with free pattern
Wide leg or Palazzo pants are perfect for those transition seasons where the days are warm but the nights are cool. The long full legs also tend to elongate your figure, which is always a bonus! Mayra from So Sew … Read More...
Make a Sidewalk Chalk Obstacle Course
During the summer in particular it can be so hard to get kids moving. Whether its hot outside or they’re just more interested in a device, a book or something else, they often aren’t getting the amount of physical activity … Read More...
Knit a 4th of July American Trivet Inspired By Captain America
I designed this Captain America placemat/trivet/doll blanket (you’ll see if you click) about five years ago, so it seems more than time to share it again.
This one was really fun to make, working from the outside in in … Read More...
Recycled egg carton American flag
I like to decorate in red, white and blue for the summer so this fun flag themed craft is perfect. I wonder if it will work on the inside and that way it can be used to organize craft supplies. … Read More...