Toddlers love shapes, and they love puzzles, so why not combine them by making a super simple, really cute DIY shape puzzle out of cardboard?
I love how colorful this project is, and that you can make it with things … Read More...
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by Sarah White
Toddlers love shapes, and they love puzzles, so why not combine them by making a super simple, really cute DIY shape puzzle out of cardboard?
I love how colorful this project is, and that you can make it with things … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
A simple drawstring bag makes a great first sewing project – it’s easy to make and useful, too! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to sew one. You can make them in any size, but if … Read More...
I love this Wedding Guest book roundup by Makingmanzanita . So many wonderful ideas for a guest book alternative. I think we were pretty innovative back when I got married, you know back before Pinterest and it’s 1000 DIY Wedding … Read More...
These Sunflowers are truly amazing. Each petal is embroidered with Ribbon and the effect is stunning. I can not locate the original artist for this so if you know who it is please comment below and I will update the … Read More...
Jill Foster made 8 elegant cards using new flower stamps from Penny Black, without a lot of layers and the same background technique for an easy set of cards to make. Visit the Penny Black Youtube channel to checkout her … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse shows how you can sew this pretty tea cozy. It’s made from linen with beaded lace appliques scattered across it. Place it over your teapot to keep it warm while you enjoy a cup of … Read More...
If you’ve been in the craft world for a minute, you know just how much crafters and scrappers alike rave about the Raskog cart from Ikea. It seems to solve a variety of craft supply organizational needs! Here Laura from … Read More...
Easy DIY soap idea for summer that would also make a sweet gift! This tutorial is easy to follow. These DIY handmade soaps are perfect for little party favors or summer stalls. Learn how to make your own soap here.
Drainage is so important for a healthy plant and if you want to use some thrift store finds for planters, you need to drill a hole. This DIY tutorial shows you how to add a drainage hole into a ceramic … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Is it a bag or a pillow? It’s both! This is the Road Trip Pillow Bag, a pillow you can carry like a bag and with a pocket to hold a favorite book. fat quarter Shop has a tutorial on … Read More...
Galaxy and ombre’ looks are everywhere right now. And Pat Huntoon combined both looks and got this colorful card background using Color Burst powders and a stamped resist technique. Visit the Design Junkies blog and check out her technique video.… Read More...
Giveaway-Crochet Kaleidoscope: Shifting Shapes and Shades Across 100 Motifs
Leave a comment in today’s post by May 16, 2018 and you are in the running for this colorful crochet book.
Open to U. S. residents only please.
Stitch up a … Read More...
Congrats go out to Diane W. of Galena, IL as she is the winner of Wool Studio: The Knitwear Capsule Collectio
This awesome mixed media tag was made using lots of different products and techniques like stenciling, stamping, collage, crackle paste, painted metal embellishments and more. The “Crazy Chick” from Dig that Crazy Chick shares her step by step tutorial over … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This simple girls knit tee is has a fun hi-low hem. With a short sleeve and a long sleeve option, your little diva is going to look great all year long. Chelsea from GYCT Designs has a free sewing pattern … Read More...
Do you prefer to buy and not DIY? I post quite a bit about building your own scrapbook or craft table, but maybe you’re just not into that. So if all you want to do is head out and buy … Read More...
I’m always up for handmade clay things for gifts. And, not surprisingly, I make them for Mother’s Day. In my case, I make a lot of jewellery since my mom really enjoys it and I usually have something new in … Read More...


Think about the last piece of clothing you bought.
Whether it was a new shirt, jacket or scarf, you bought it because you liked it. You definitely didn’t buy it with the intention of ruining it.
You try to take … Read More...
This step by step tutorial on how to fold a cup into a container is from the blog How To Recycle. Like this idea and want more super recycled decorating and craft ideas pop on over to this blog. … Read More...
by Sarah White
Mother’s Day always seems to creep up on me, but the good news is there’s still time to stitch something sweet for mom.
These hearts would be great to stitch onto a card or bookmark or add to another little … Read More...