For the girl who thinks there’s no such thing as too much sparkle or bling, Jill from Snugglebug University shows how you can make these clear vinyl confetti bow hair clips. They’re clear vinyl bows filled with sparkling confetti and … Read More...
DIY Designer Decoupage Door Knobs
These Door Knobs or Drawer Knobs are so beautiful and you won’t believe how easy they are to make. With a little decoupage you can create these stunning eclectic pieces of art. You can grab the full tutorial over at … Read More...
Tips for Embroidering Letters on Projects
Cross-stitch and embroidery go together really well, and sometimes it’s easier to use embroidery stitches to add words to a project, such as when you want to use your handwriting or a font that isn’t easily translated into squares.
The … Read More...
Giveaway and Review: Paper Pumpkin Kit for August 2017
If you’re looking for paper crafting inspiration Paper Pumpkin is here to inspire you and bring creativity to your door each and every month. Paper Pumpkin is a subscription kit brought to you by the folks at Stampin’ Up.… Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Whale softie
This whale softie has a cute boxy body and little whale fins, and of course a curved whale tail! Audrey Pettit shares a free pattern and tutorial at Therm O Web. Make him from an ocean themed print for a … Read More...
Printable Back to School Table Settings
Use these fun free printables to have a great breakfast on the first morning of school. Apart from printing out the shapes, you’ll also need a red paper or plastic plate to make the apple plate. These are also fun … Read More...
Paper cup wreath and more fun recycling ideas
This paper cup wreath is so elegant and pretty I can hardly believe it is made from such an inauspicious object. It is part of a fun group of recycled projects featured over at the blog Pure and Noble. Pop … Read More...
Project: Vertical Step Card
Robin Tharaldson has provided a FREE printable template to make it easy to make this fun vertical pop up step card. She’s also got directions and a video too, all over on Splitcoast Stampers. To get the template and follow … Read More...
Knitters Making Poppies for War Anniversary
Knitters in Australia and beyond are being called upon to create knit poppies that will be used to decorate the Australian War Memorial to mark the centenary of the ending of World War I next November.
The group 5,000 Poppies… Read More...
Tutorial: Round baby play mat
This round play mat makes a soft surface for baby during tummy time or play time. Laura from A Beautiful Mess shows how you can sew one. It’s made from two layers of cotton with batting between, and quilted in … Read More...
Make Back-to-School Charms to Help Kids Get Themselves Ready
My daughter is carrying a backpack regularly for the first time this year, and I find myself constantly asking her if she has all the things she needs (which admittedly isn’t much; she’s only in second grade).
If you have … Read More...
Pattern – Gone Camping Stitched Afghan
This free Embroidery Pattern is by Joanns.com and is adorable. I don’t think I would take mine camping though but still fun and full of character and memories. You can grab the free Embroidery pattern here.
Halloween Candy Bats
You might recall seeing the Butterfly version of these a few times on this Blog as we know we love to see Butterfly food. But this Halloween we decided to Vamp it up a little with some Halloween Bats. … Read More...
Juniper & Lavender Bath Bombs
This juniper and lavender bath bomb recipe is perfect for those with a little cellulite. Juniper essential oil is believed to aid with cellulite reduction. Makes 7 medium sized bath bombs.
What you need
1 1/4 cups cup of Baking … Read More...
Crochet Muskoka Cabin Baby Blanket
Cyndy designed this classic crochet baby blanket for us using filet crochet. A great beginner project. the edging holes create a lace effect. You can grab the free pattern via Ravelry.
Want more filet patterns? Check these … Read More...
Product Review: Buddy Bag Craft Room Storage
The Buddy Bags from Totally Tiffany are the perfect solution for storing and organizing your crafting products. The “Gail” size Buddy Bag is great for tall items like ink sprays and spritzers, bottles of acrylic paint, ink pads … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Drawstring backpack with a paper pieced pencil design
Michelle from Creative Blonde shares a tutorial at Sew What Alicia for making this drawstring backpack. The pencil design isn’t a fabric print or transfer design – it’s paper pieced, and she’s got a free pattern! The paper pieced pencils … Read More...
Make A 3D Paper Apple Book for Back-to-School
Here’s a super cute way to document this year’s Back-to-School moments. Make a 3D book shaped like an apple! You’ll get complete instructions in a video tutorial, as well as a free printable template for the apple books. They are … Read More...
Download: Teacher Digital Clip Art
Make a fun back to school card for your child’s teacher with this cute basket of apples digital image. It’s FREE from DJ Inkers. Note: You will need to add it your cart and checkout but it’s free (for now … Read More...
Tutorial: How to trace and cut designs from felt
Felt is an easy material to work with. It’s inexpensive and because it doesn’t fray, it makes for quick and easy craft projects. But the fuzzy surface does make it difficult to trace a design on to it, which can … Read More...