I actually loved going to school, I like learning a lot and so back-to-school was exciting for me. Well, not every year but many of them. This might be why I’m so excited to create back to school crochet designs … Read More...
Tutorial: Blue Bird and Robin Card
I’m so ready for Spring! I think if I keep making cards with a Spring theme then maybe Spring will hurry up and get here? I made this sweet card with a blue bird and robin with an ink blended … Read More...
Three Ingenious Hacks to Fake Brush Lettering
Are you a big fan of the look of brush lettering but don’t have the time or skill to master it? Well here are three ingenious hacks that will give you that fancy brush lettering look without a lot of … Read More...
Make Your Own Mini Notebooks With Recycled Paper & Card Stock
These tiny notebooks are made form bits of scrap paper and card stock. I’m sure you have lots of those hanging around, so this is a great way to use them up. You can make blank notebooks as shown, but … Read More...
How to build a raised garden bed
Spring is coming up, which means its time to start planning your garden! This simple raised bed tutorial includes step-by-step photos and instructions for building a raised bed for your home garden. Simple, inexpensive, and it will last for many … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux fur cat bed in a repurposed Easter basket
Allison from Dream A Little Bigger came up with a super creative way to repurpose an old Easter basket into something special for your furry friends — a fun new cat bed! If you have an old basket lying … Read More...
Project: Flower Frame Card
Add some interest to a stamped all over background by die cutting frames from it and popping up the center panel. This pretty card was made by Crystal Thompson and you can find more info over on her blog.
-Heather
Tutorial and pattern: Sloth plush softie
This adorable sloth plush is a free pattern from Sew Desu Ne? Velcro at the paws lets him hang from your arms – or a bedpost, or anything, really. There are only 5 pattern pieces so it’s easier to sew … Read More...
12 Party Dips You Can Make From Scratch
These Dips are all perfect additions to your party. These dips are easy to make and full of flavor. Each of the links below will take you directly to the Dip recipe.
Check Out This Great Collection of Knit Amigurumi Patterns
One thing crochet has on knitting is the wide variety of amigurumi patterns — designs for sweet little animals, food and all sorts of other adorable stuff.
There are some great amigurumi patterns for knitting, too, though, and Knitting Bee … Read More...
Tip: Quick Water Color Card Backgrounds
Looking to add a quick and easy but very colorful background to your cards? Trying using a wide flat brush and some liquid water colors, the perfect look for spring and summer cards! Learn more about this tip over on … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Vinyl and fabric pencil pocket for your planner
This vinyl and fabric pencil pocket is big enough to hold a couple of your favorite pens, and is made to fit in your planner or 3-ring binder. BurdaStyle has a free pattern and tutorial for making it. The pocket … Read More...
5 Different Ways to do Project Life
Did you know that there are actually different ways that you can approach Project Life? It’s definitely not a one sized fits all system. Over at My Sister’s Suitcase you’ll find this outline on five different ways you can adapt … Read More...
Clay Wedding Favor Gift Tags
Christina, of Intimate Weddings, clayed up great tags to use as wedding favors. This sort of favor is infinitely flexible. You can use a meaningful image for your favor, names and dates, the wedding colours… pretty much whatever you … Read More...
Easy DIY Monogram Cocktail Napkins
Make these inexpensive, elegant, easy, monogram cocktail napkins for a wedding using an embosser. This tutorial shows you how to save $$ by making your own Embossed Napkins.
Tutorial and pattern: Lotus leggings
Head over to Mood Sewciety for a free pattern and tutorial for the Lotus Leggings. With panels pieced into the legs, they’re designed to be fashionable while at the same time giving you that ease of wearing that makes leggings … Read More...
Tutorial and free pattern: Llama key pouch
This llama key pouch might be the cutest way to keep up with your keys! Joanne from Craft Passion shares a free pattern and tutorial. The sweet llama face covers your keys so they won’t scratch anything while they’re hanging … Read More...
Spring Lady Bug Oreo Cookies
Spring is finally here, and with it comes the delightful sights and sounds of nature awakening—one of the most charming being the appearance of ladybugs! These little critters are often seen as symbols of good luck, making them the perfect … Read More...
Project: Gardening Bunny Card
Don’t put away those rabbit stamps yet, they make perfect spring and gardening cards. I love the cheery mix of pattern papers on this sweet card from Christiana! Hop on over to her blog for a card making video.
-Heather
Brush Font Faves
Do you want the look of brush lettering without having to learn the technique yourself? The check out this round up of brush lettering fonts. These favorite fonts are recommended over at Skyla design, and some of them are free! … Read More...