Kerin Sylvester used a large cutting die with an embossing mat to emboss (instead of cut) this card background and colored the sections with Copic markers for a really lovely card. And a great way to get more from your … Read More...
How To Paint Truck Art Design-old shoes refashion DIY
Every now and then, a recycled crafter shares something with me that’s completely new to me—and I love that. When someone sent over a project inspired by “Pakistani truck art,” I’ll be honest, I had to do a little digging. … Read More...
Retro DIY stick shelves wall decor
These retro geometric wall shelves really bring me back to the summer craft days. They look modern now with a nice finish on them. Pop on over to the blog Easy Peasy Creative for the step by step tutorial on … Read More...
Dinosaur Swap Sensory Play for a Bit of Summer Fun
Kids universally seem to love to play in water, and a water table or tub of water can be a great alternative to having a pool or sprinkler or larger area of water that kids can play in.
Having themes … Read More...
15 Gorgeous DIY Candle Tutorials
There’s something truly special about homemade candles – they add a personal touch to any space and can be customized to fit any style or mood. But if you’re new to candle making, or if you’re looking for fresh ideas … Read More...
Mermaid Cards Inspiration
I adore Mermaids! I’m so happy to see so many great mermaid stamps lately. The Greeting Farm has just released a sweet set of tiny mermaids and also a bottle set that makes fun scenes with them. Their design team … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Frida Kahlo pillow, with free pattern
This fun pillow was inspired by Frida Kahlo’s iconic colourful self-portraits, especially the ones with the flowers in her hair. Claire from Pillar Box Blue created this fabulous floral Felt Frida Kahlo cushion and she’s got a free pattern and … Read More...
Customize a Scrapbook Cover with Ink Sprays
Learn how to use ink sprays to add color to the cover of a mini scrapbook album as well as to flowers and strips of fabric for a bright and cheerful custom cover.
Simple Steps to Organizing Years of Photos
It’s is so easy to get behind on scrapbooking all those years of photos! Use these simple steps on how to get several years of photos organized in a way that they will be easy to scrapbook. Don’t let the … Read More...
The Virus Bag free crochet pattern
The virus pattern has been really popular lately so I decided to design a bag around it. Maybe people want to try out the virus pattern and want to make something other than a shawl or blanket – that was … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Common pants fitting issues and how to fix them
A perfectly fitting pair of handmade pants are the unicorn of the sewing world. Our bodies are all shaped differently and it can be hard to tell exactly what to fix when the fit isn’t right. Melissa from Blank Slate … Read More...
Recycled plastic egg bee decoration with honey comb display
These adorable bees are made with recycled Kinder eggs but I bet they would also work great with plastic yellow Easter eggs. Buzz on over to the blog Easy Peasy Creative for the step by step tutorial on how to … Read More...
Use Ombre Yarn to Knit a Fun Lace Cowl
I like cowls more than scarves because they tend to be smaller, faster projects and all the warmth of the garment goes right where you need it, around your neck and the opening of your coat.
Cowls are kind of … Read More...
DIY 2 Ingredient Raspberry Popsicles
This popsicle recipe is so easy to make with only 2 ingredients. You can use any popsicle mold that you have on hand. You can even use a simple ice cube tray with popsicle sticks or plastic cups.
What you … Read More...
Halloween Blood Slime
This DIY Slime is the perfect activity for a Halloween party or for a Halloween Party prop. Make Dracula his own dripping blood to walk the streets with. This Blood Red Halloween Slime is going to be a big hit!… Read More...
Check Out This Adorable Otter Family Cross Stitch Family
Looking for a cross stitch pattern to make for new parents that doesn’t shout baby?
How about a wee family of otters?
This sweet design from Little Beach Hut on etsy features parent otters and little baby with some … Read More...
Accordion Book Box Gift Card Holder
This fun Accordion Book Box holds a gift card inside and would make a great gift to give to a teacher or someone heading off to collage. It’s made with a digital die cut set frm Lori Whitlock and designer … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Divided drawstring bag
Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can sew a drawstring bag with a divider in the lining. It’s the perfect size to hold 6 bottles of nail polish (3 on each side of the divider so they don’t … Read More...
Primrose Dishcloth Crochet Pattern
Well, this certainly isn’t the sexiest crochet pattern but it sure is practical. If you haven’t used crocheted dishcloths for doing your dishes, you’re missing out. They’re fabulous for scrubbing dirty dishes and many people I know swear by them. … Read More...
How to Make Stencils Using Your Dies
Melissa Phillips has a great way to get more from your dies. She used larger background dies as stencils for some pretty inked patterns on her cards.
She’s sharing a tutorial video on this great tip to stretch your die … Read More...