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by Anne Weaver
This woodland raccoon quilt is a free pattern from Shwin & Shwin. I’m loving mix of the modern geometric lines with the image of a woodland creature! Such a striking design! It’s a paper pieced design, though on a larger … Read More...
I’m back with another look at the new Stampin’ Up Holiday Catalog! Inside you’ll find page after page of amazing stamps, dies, papers and embellishments for the fall and winter holidays. For Winter and Christmas there are Santas… Read More...
These printable watercolor Fall posters explain exactly what happened here! One day it was summer, the next I was pulling out my socks, hoodies, and fluffy slippers. Oh and tea! If your summer is collapsing into fall, you’ll love having … Read More...
Feeling cluttered? If you have too much crafting stuff it all gets in the way, and you can’t get anything done. It might be time to declutter! Follow these steps from Celeste at Decor by the Seashore to get rid … Read More...
Another take on polymer clay cabinet knobs are these ones by Amy Crawley. You can cover all sorts of pre-made knobs to use in your own home decor projects. Use polymer clay to make them into focal points or help … Read More...
This is such an easy idea but boy is it cute! I want to make these for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentines Day and Easter, really in every theme I have scrapbook paper and washi tape….and that is just about everything! … Read More...
I made this adorable test tube treat holder using new products from the Stamping Up Holiday Catalog. The Seasonal Chums stamp set and co-ordinating dies make the cutest fold over tags for Halloween and Christmas. I used the pumpkin tag … Read More...
by Sarah White
I recently saw, somewhere on Facebook, a link to this freebie from Teachers Pay Teachers all about making inferences. This is a really important part of reading comprehension in early to middle elementary school, and these printables from Kirsten’s … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows how you can sew a travel pouch to keep your toiletries organized when you travel. It’s super easy to make because you start with a washcloth, so all the edges are … Read More...
by Sarah White
There’s a chill in the air in the mornings (though it’s still plenty warm in the afternoon) these days where I live, and I’ve been finishing up things to keep me warm (a blanket, two sweaters, a pair of socks) … Read More...
Turn an IKEA Tool Box into an art caddy themed for Star Wars fanatics. Make sure to stop by Mod Podge Rocks and get the full tutorial on this craft Star Wars Craft!!
Planning a Star Wars party? Check out … Read More...
1 1/4 cups cup of baking soda or Bicarbonate of Soda
1/2 cup of Citric acid
2 -6 tsp of Almond Oil or Apricot oil
1/4 cup of Dried Neem leaves (available from a health … Read More...
This handmade business guide is all about selling on Etsy.com. In this article Deanna shares her mistakes and triumphs. When you have been selling on Etsy for 6 years you learn a thing or two. So learn from someone … Read More...
This free Crochet pattern is by Left in Stitches and uses Red Heart Super Saver Stripes yarn in ‘Polo Stripe‘. You can make this bag larger if you like and you can also add a fabric lining if you … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This Halloween mummy isn’t so scary at all! In fact, she’s really kind of sweet. Audrey Pettit shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make one. They’re quick to sew and make cute Halloween gifts or … Read More...
Take a break from scrapbooking but still play with your supplies by using them to make greeting cards. Left over paper scraps and embellishments are great to use in card making. You’ll finally use up those small bit you’ve been … Read More...
Create your own fun and functional custom craft room organizer perfect for any creative space, office, playroom or class! Take a plain wooden organizer crate, and learn how to transfer text and photos to make it into a customized piece … Read More...
Wanting to try a new technique on your next card? How about quilling, with small circles of curled paper strips it adds depth, texture and lots of movement with swirls and curls. Combine quilling with other card making techniques like … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Adrianna from Hey June shows how you can create a crossover hem for the next t-shirt or sweatshirt you sew. The crossover adds a cute detail to the hem, and it’s an easy adaptation to make to your pattern. I … Read More...