Ever notice how many types of elastic you can find at the fabric store? There’s braided elastic, knitted elastic, and woven elastic to name a few. And then you get into your specialty elastics. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and … Read More...
Download: Inspirational Lion Coloring Page
This inspiring coloring page with a lion with the word “courage” makes me think of Gryffindor and Harry Potter. It’s a page from Dover Publications Bliss Inspirations Coloring Book and it’s free to download, you can get it by clicking … Read More...
Paper Pumpkin Monthly Kit Special!
Been thinking about signing up for the Paper Pumpkin monthly kit? Now would be the perfect time. They’re celebrating their 5th anniversary but you get the present! Sign up by March 10th and you’ll receive a FREE gift in a … Read More...
Tutorial and template: Scrap fabric yo-yos
These layered button fabric yo-yos are a great way to use up your smaller scraps! Amy from Positively Splendid shows how, and she includes printable templates you can use. You can make them in any size depending on the size … Read More...
A Bunch of Great Free Washcloth Knitting Patterns
In my scrolling through Pinterest the other day, I saw a pin of a cute butterfly washcloth knitting pattern that led me to a treasure trove of dishcloth knitting patterns.
The collection at Designs by Emily features more than … Read More...
St Patrick’s Day Slime
Not sure how to incorporate St Patrick’s day in to your classroom or homeschool activities? Well, how about some DIY Green St Patty’s day slime. This slime is lot’s of fun and can even be referred to as Leprechaun snot. … Read More...
How To Make A Cloud Candle
This candle making tutorial shows you how to make a magical cloud candle. The basics of this candle tutorial is easy to follow. These candles are great for reselling as everyone loves a sunshine cloudy day right?. You can see … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Cats to Stitch
I know I’ve shared some of these holiday-themed cats from Happiness is Cross-Stitching before, but I’m not sure I have shared the St. Patrick’s Day mini cat designs before.
Even if I have it’s worth mentioning them again for Irish … Read More...
Tutorials: Six Easter and Spring Card Projects + Inspiration
I’m so ready for Spring! I love the flowers, the weather, bunnies and of course Easter candy 🙂 So I’m excited to see all the new Spring and Easter stamp designs coming out this time of year! And as usual … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace edge zipper pouch
Have you seen those pretty lace edge zippers? I have a few of them in my stash but I’ve never used them because I haven’t quite figured out the right project for them. Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine … Read More...
DIY Faux Wax Seals
Whether you choose to make these DIY faux wax seals for a holiday or use them for a wedding, shower or thank you notes, these old fashioned seals add in an extra wow factor to an already lovely sentiment. They … Read More...
Shower Steamers and More for Easy Aromatherapy Every Day
These DIY shower steamers use essential oils for a wonderful aromatherapy experience. A nice alternative to bath bombs for all your shower loving friends. The tutorial is easy to follow and these also make great DIY day spa gifts for … Read More...
Marbled Clay Eggs
These marbled Easter eggs from Ice Pandora make cute little bowl fillers. Add a handful to a decorative dish or vase or spring flower pot to decorate for Easter. Hole them and string on twine for little garlands.
Use leftover … Read More...
An amazing collection of recycled tea bag art
I can’t say that I would look at a tea bag or tea bag wrapper and think of using it to make art but over at the blog Kulturologia there is an amazing collection of tea bag art by all … Read More...
A Fascinating Way to Knit Socks
I was browsing around on Ravelry the other day, which I don’t do as often as I probably should because frankly I already have more than enough things I want to knit, but I came across a pattern that I … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial and pattern: Easter chick drawstring treat bag
These little chick drawstring bags are the cutest way to give a little Easter treat! Crystal from Stitched By Crystal shares a free pattern and tutorial over at Make It and Love It. Use them year after year for a … Read More...
Use Pattern Blocks to Build a Beehive
I love this idea from Gift of Curiosity for making a beehive model out of hexagon pattern blocks. My daughter loved her pattern blocks when she was younger and it would be great to pull them out again and have … Read More...
How to Support Your Local Yarn Shop without Buying Anything
We all know that local shops, including yarn shops, need our support if they are going to continue to exist. But is it possible to support them when we’re not financially able to buy yarn, or when we’ve chosen not … Read More...
Project Life Inspiration: Clean & Minimal Look
Get some ideas for your very own Project Life layouts. This inspiration round-up focuses on a “Clean Style”. Great ideas for those who prefer that minimalist look with a focus on the photos and stories. Looking at these pages might … Read More...
Interview With Woodworking Artist Gene Kelly
Gene Kelly (Master Woodworker/Craftsman) is featured in the Jan. 2018 issue of Atherton Living Magazine. We don’t get the privelage of interviewing alot of males on our blog and certainly not woodworking guru’s. We couldn’t let Gene slip by… Read More...
