In late 2017, DMC released a collection of 35 gorgeous new embroidery thread colors. It was the first time they had introduced new colors in over a decade, so it was a big deal. This free cross stitch pattern features … Read More...
How to embellish planner pages with sequins and button clips
Are you a planner addict? Well, I am. I have 3 going at once. I do have to admit I use them mostly as sketch books and a place to tape in clippings for ideas…oh and to embellish. This idea … Read More...
Link Suggestion: Tulip Skirt Tutorial
Melanie from The Littlest Studio shows how you can sew this beautiful tulip circle skirt. It’s a beginner friendly project that can be sewn in about an hour! It’s made from knit fabric with an exposed elastic waistband. Wear it … Read More...
Tim McCreight – Esteemed Metalsmith and Instructor
Spend an afternoon with esteemed metalsmith and instructor Tim McCreight! On Sunday, March 25, he’ll be on hand at Creative Side Jewelry in Austin, Texas, to talk about the Toolbox Initiative, which brings jewelry?making tools and support to skilled … Read More...
Product Labeling – It’s all in the Name
Small business people often think that because they have a great product, that the packaging has little to no importance.
These amazing Candle labels are from AromaKyoor.
With names like these you don’t even stop to look at the actual … Read More...
Celebrate Knitting with March Mayhem
Just in case you don’t follow Mason-Dixon Knitting (and you absolutely should) I wanted to let you know that the sports-inspired celebration of the best knits of 2017, aka March Mayhem, is open for voting as of today (March … Read More...
Tip: Turn Flowers Stamps into a Floral Bouquet
If you’re like me you probably have quite a few (or quite a lot :)) of flower stamp sets. I love them! Amanda has a great idea using some floral sets, she turned them into a flower bouquet for a … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew flower pocket wreath
Welcome spring to your house with a flower pocket wreath to hang on your front door! It’s super easy to make and you don’t have to sew a stitch. I’ve got a tutorial over at Orange Bettie showing how to … Read More...
Lucky Hat St. Patrick’s Day Favor Box (with free Printables)
You have two options for making this St. Patrick’s Day Favor Box: use either tjhe printable PDF or the free cut files for your electronic cutting machine. Then follow the detailed photo instructions to pull it all together. Get the … Read More...
Homemade coconut oil toothpaste
This DIY homemade coconut oil toothpaste recipe is simple and fun to prepare and also much safer and healthier for your teeth. Coconut oil has so many good properties and you can learn how to make this natural DIY toothpaste … Read More...
Adorable Easter Eggshell Garden
An eggshell mini garden is a great little creative project that you can do to welcome spring – and Easter. Just on time if you start now! Check out this how-to, and you’ll be spring-decorating your home in no time.
Bunny Treat Box
Sculpey and Swirly Designs have another tutorial up – a bunny treat box. This one uses Sculpey’s Model Air clay which is fun stuff. Model Air is a lightweight, air dry clay with a nice soft finish to it. … Read More...
Print Some Cute St. Patrick’s Day Bookmarks
I love bookmarks. It always seems like we need more of them, even though we have stacks of them in strategic places around the house.
These St. Patrick’s Day themed printable bookmarks from Views from a Stepstool are super cute … Read More...
Tutorial: 9-patch tic-tac-toe game
Kelli from The Willow Market shows how you can make the sweetest patchwork tic tac toe board. The board is a simple 9-patch block, each block a space on the game board. The pieces are wood slices with image transfer … Read More...
Use All Your Scraps to Knit a Great Shawl
Do you spring clean your yarn stash? The slightly warmer weather has me wanting to go through every scrap and use some of those little odd balls that have been lingering for a long time but I just can’t bear … Read More...
Stitch a Biscornu with Bunnies and Tulips
Biscornu is a fancy word for a fancy pincushion, which is usually stitched and shaped so that it looks like a little cornered pillow.
Don’t ask me how to pronounce it.
Whatever you call it, Hobby Loco has a really … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric wallet with plenty of pockets
This wallet has everything you need or want in a wallet – plenty of pockets for credit cards and small change and paper money, plus it’s made from pretty fabric prints. You can find a free tutorial at Sew4Home showing … Read More...
DIY Tassel Statement Necklace Tutorial
This DIY jewelry making tutorial shows you how to make a necklace using tassels and beads. This handmade necklace can be made with Gold or silver chain.
On Budget Boho Wedding Dresses
These Boho or Bohemian wedding dresses are all on budget. Just because you want a wonderful dress doesn’t mean you have to break your budget, You just have to look a little harder to find what you want for the … Read More...
Girl Scout Copy Cookies
These Recipes are all for Girl Scout-style cookies or Girl Scout cookie copycat recipes. All of these cookies are delicious and yum and perfect for any time of the year. All of these cookie recipes have been inspired by Girl … Read More...