Skip the throw-away plastic baggies and use reusable sandwich wraps and snack bags to pack your lunch instead! Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations shows how you can make re-useable snack bags yourself. Her sewing tutorial for lunch snack bags includes … Read More...
Super pretty prayer flags
Have you heard of prayer flags? Well, I hadn’t heard of them but I spotted a pretty banner made from scraps of fabric and I needed to see more. So I did a bit of surfing and they are quite … Read More...
Fun Ways to Learn Multiplication with Arrays
My daughter is really interested in math, and we try to discuss the concepts behind how math works maybe even more than trying to get her to memorize equations.
One thing that helps kids learn many new math skills — … Read More...
Technique: Coloring with Ink Pads and a Blender Pen
If you’re not familiar with a Bender Pen they are a pretty handy item to have in your stamping stash. It’s like a colorless marker that you can use to blend together colored markers but you can also use them … Read More...
DIY | Easy Patterned Paper Wreath
Are you are someone who saves every little scrap from all of your craft projects? Do you now have a pile of craft scraps that you don’t know what to do with? If this is you, then you need to … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy method for boxing a bag bottom
When I make a bag, boxed bottoms are a must for me. Usually I open out the corner and line up the side seams before sewing a straight line across. It works but you have to be careful that your … Read More...
DIY Fun Light Box Sign
This is a really fun simple light box sign to make from an old wine box and some IKEA LED lights. The best thing about this DIY is that you can design and print off your own signs. Which means … Read More...
Mini banjos and more fun recycled crafts
Sometimes making something tiny can be so fun! Especially out of recycled materials. I think this tiny banjo made out of a recycled jar lid, craft stick and some rubber bands would be so fun to make, decorate with washi … Read More...
How to choose the right elastic for your sewing project
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...