A fundamental part of learning to write is learning to recognize and write your own name, and preschool and kindergarten teachers spend a lot of time on these skills.
I love the idea of having a little name kit for … Read More...
Fall Card with Mottled Foil Background
Terri created her card background using Distress Ink in fall colors, adding small amounts of gold foiling over top for the perfect fall look. She’ll show you how to achieve this mottled foil look over on her blog, Waving My … Read More...
DIY Spiral Notebooks
Learn how to make your own DIY spiral bound notebooks. You can customize your covers and pages for your own personalized note taking. These would also make great scrapbooks or planners too! We-R-Memory-Keepers
10 household items that make great sewing tools
The best sewing notions aren’t necessarily found on the notions wall in your craft store. They’re not necessarily even found in a craft store! Kate from See Kate Sew shares her 10 favorite sewing supplies that are actually household or … Read More...
DIY Cactus Phone Case
Hi, I´m Renee from the youtube channel Cute Simple Things, and today I wanted to share this phone case, pretty appropriate for summer time. This phone case is super easy to DIY, its affordable to make, and best thing is … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Sew your own summer slippers
I rarely wear shoes in my house, but I also don’t always want to be completely barefoot. For those times, a pair of slippers is perfect. Especially if they’re lightweight and slip on, like these summer slippers by Melissa from … Read More...
Butterfly Embellishments with Alcohol Inks
Learn how to make some colorful butterflies and dragonflies to add to your next card using alcohol inks on glossy cardstock and then die cutting them with dies from Technique Tuesday.
Click here to watch designer Bev’s video.
-Heather
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Bewitched Halloween Layout
Soon it will be time to document those fun Halloween costumes or maybe you’ve got some from previous years you still need to scrapbook? Here’s a fun Bewitching layout using products from Echo Park Paper.
Knit Some Simple No-Show Socks
Usually when I knit something I want to show it off, but if you’re a fan of knit socks and also a fan of not having your socks show when you’re wearing loafers, you just might need a knitting pattern … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Quick vinyl needle case or ear bud pouch
Here’s a quick little project you can sew that’s super cute and super useful. Natalie from Sew Hungry Hippie shows how to make a simple little needle case. It’s made from vinyl and uses only a couple of seams plus … Read More...
What is Thread Waxing and Why Would You Want to Do it?
I recently came across this post on Tiny Modernist about floss waxing, which is not something I have given much thought to lately.
I know that floss waxing is a thing — and as it sounds it is literally … Read More...
What You Should Pack for a Walt Disney World Vacation
Whether you pack light and travel solo, or have a family caravan, there are some definite do’s
and don’ts when it comes to packing for a Disney vacation. Before you sign off on your luggage
and head to the airport, … Read More...
DIY Concrete cup Candle Holders
These concrete cups are fun to make and give an Instant industrial finish. The would make a great project for older boys who are looking to get their hands dirty. They are created using plastic party cups and quick set … Read More...
Back to School Teacher Gift
With the kids heading back to school you can make a sweet gift for your child’s new teacher using your paper crafting supplies. Designer Amy added school supply themed die cuts to an apple shaped wooden frame for this fun … Read More...
Jungle Animal Layout
Marilyn put together this fun jungle animal themed layout with products from Bo Bunny. She’s sharing how she put it all together in a video over on their blog.
-Heather
Yes, Handmade Paper Jewelry Can Be Beautiful!
Readers will be interested to see the variety of stylish and durable jewelry that can be made with simple paper. One included maker is inspired by paper folding. See the full list here.
Easy wall art made with recycled wood strips
If you are a tad obsessed with color and rearranging your art this may be just the piece of wall art you may want to try. It is made with simple strips of wood. I used the lathing strips I … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Reversible fabric and vinyl tote bag
Sew a tote that gives you two looks in one! Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free sewing pattern for making a reversible fabric and vinyl tote bag. One side is made from vinyl for a more polished look, … Read More...
Birthday Card with Hidden Element
May Park designed this lovely birthday card that has a hidden element. She stamped her all over floral background using stamps from Altenew and die cut the numbers from the panel and then popped them up using fun foam to … Read More...
Make a Pretty Border with Roses
I love cross-stitch borders. They are a great way to make a stitched card a little more special by adding a frame to whatever sentiments or small design you are stitching.
This rose border from Alita Designs is super cute … Read More...