Making faux with polymer clay is definitely part of the fun of the medium. For metallic effects you have all sorts of options. All of the brands I have worked with have a selection of “metallic” clays that aren’t bad. … Read More...
Project: Elegant Wedding Card
This stunning wedding card combines techniques like stenciling with embossing paste, die cutting and stamping. It’s sure to make any new couple smile. I love the background texture on this card of stenciled embossing paste with gold ink spray! You … Read More...
Tutorial: Box pleat throw pillows
Sew4Home shows how you can sew these box pleat throw pillows. The box pleats add texture and color (if you use contrasting fabric underneath). They’re also easy to sew. The tutorial includes instructions for making a 14″ x 14″‘ pillow … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Boys tank or muscle shirt
Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can sew a boys basic tank or muscle shirt. It’s perfect for hot summer days and play time! Her tutorial shows how to make one using a basic t-shirt pattern. If you … Read More...
Pom Pom Chandelier
How to make a Pom pom Chandelier – Use leftover wool and yarn to create this amazing colorful Chandelier. These would be amazing for parties too. I really like the rainbow effect but you could use shades of the same … Read More...
Yummy Greek Yogurt Zucchini Bread
Zucchini is the new sweet Potato and it is being used in just about everything. In fact I actually paid $14 for a plate of Zucchini fries and Aioli a few weeks ago. Yes they were nice, but It’s time … Read More...
DIY Summer Fruit Mason Jars
It is officially a few days into Summer here in the northern hemisphere! Time for the Summer DIY’s if you have not already started them!
Learn how to make these adorable Summer Fruit Mason Jar centerpieces using this tutorial by … Read More...
Projects: Glitter Die Cut Cards
Add some sparkle to your next card with some glitter. Using adhesivesheets to die cut card stock makes it easy to add glitter to die cut shapes for some fun glitzy cards. Find out more over on the My … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrapbusting Scottie dog softie
This Scottie dog is a cute scrapbusting sewing project! Create Kids Couture has a tutorial showing how you can make one. It’s made from a bunch of 3″ squares of fabric – 84 of them, to be exact – so … Read More...
DIY | Small Storage Boxes
Transform your plain acrylic (or other) storage boxes with this super simple and super cute DIY. Get the wooden look easily using balsa wood pieces that you can pick up at your craft store. You can also use other materials … Read More...
Polymer Clay and Weddings on Etsy
Polymer clay being such a flexible medium it probably isn’t a surprise it’s the go-to for a lot of wedding crafts. Cake toppers and jewellery elements are big ones but tags, votive holders, napkin rings, cake slicing tools… you name … Read More...
Tips for laying out a sewing pattern to get the most from your fabric
When I’m laying out a sewing pattern on my fabric I always take a little time to find the best layout. It’s kind of a personal challenge to me to lay the pattern out so I end up with the … Read More...
Butterscotch candy bees made with wiggle eyes
When I spotted these little butterscotch candy bees I smiled because they brought back memories of my grandmother who always had these candies in her purse. Hers didn’t have wiggle eyes glued on them and little black stripes to look … Read More...
Make a Summer Doodle Book for the Kids (or Yourself)
It seems like summer has an excess of time spent waiting. Maybe that’s because vacations lead to more eating at restaurants and going to events and busy tourist attractions where being in line is necessary.
Give your kids a little … Read More...
Yarnspirations Shares Knitting Patterns to Celebrate Canada150
July 1 is Canada’s 150th birthday, so it makes sense that Canadian people and companies are celebrating in a big way. Yarnspirations, which is based in Canada, released a lookbook of Canada150 patterns that’s sure to inspire you to knit … Read More...
Tutorial: Berry basket bookends with vintage fabric
Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods has a great idea for putting your vintage fabric to use! She used a vintage berry print and some berry baskets to create the cutest bookends ever. And as much as I love them as bookends, … Read More...
Yarn Tassel Necklace Tutorial
When it comes to Tassels and fashion right now, let me just say they are still IN. You can add a tassel to just about anything and it becomes popular. Okay, maybe that is an exaggeration but you get my … Read More...
DIY Mini Notebooks Video
This tutorial is for making these miniature notebooks. They are perfect for gift giving and very cute. The full tutorial can be watched on the video below. These would make a great craft for a party too.
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Carpenter Star Quilt Pattern
This Quilt pattern is made up of squares and half square triangles. The overall design is a large star pieced together like inlaid wood. You can grab the free pattern via this PDF file.
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Black Bath Bombs – Read this before making them
Activated Charcoal is still buzzing in the Beauty industry but before you decide to make some Bath bombs using it. You better read this article by Soap Queen. All is not well when it comes to activated charcoal and white … Read More...