I love getting inks in those tiny cubes, it’s less expensive to get loads more colors and they take up less storage space. Jennifer McGuire has some tips for using these tiny ink pads like making your own rainbow ink … Read More...
Lion Brand Declares “Colors of the Year”
Most of us crafty types know about Pantone’s color of the year, which for 2018 is a purple known as Ultra Violet.
Lion Brand Yarn decided to do them one — or make that 11 — better by picking … Read More...
Tutorial: Reverse applique patchwork heart pillow
This Liberty patchwork heart pillow is LOVE. Amanda from A Crafty Fox shares a tutorial at Diary of a Quilter showing how to create the patchwork reverse applique pillow. Her tutorial just shows how to make the front of the … Read More...
Tutorial: 3 ways to rip out a seam
Nobody likes ripping seams, but sooner or later you’re gonna make a mistake in your sewing and you’ll find yourself needing to remove the stitches. Most of us reach for our seam ripper, but there are other options for … Read More...
My Polymer Clay Studio
Polymer clay is a fabulous medium not the least because it’s so easy to mix it with other mediums. You can sculpt with it, use it as paint, to make jewellery findings… the list goes on, almost endlessly. I even … Read More...
Celebrate the Year of the Dog in Cross Stitch
2018 is the year of the dog in Chinese astrology, so why not stitch up a dog symbol or another fun project involving a dog?
Both Holly’s Hobbies and Stitching Stitches have cross-stitch patterns showing the Chinese zodiac symbol for … Read More...
Easy way to make plaster flowers
This project falls under the category of…”who knew?” But wow! These are so pretty white but they could be really cool too painted. Pop on over to the blog ArtsyVaVa for the tutorial on how to make plaster flowers perfect … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Gym clothes laundry bag
Like many people, Cat from Mary Martha Mama is using the New Year to motivate her to be healthier. One of things she is doing is going to the gym. She doesn’t like carrying home the dirty gym clothes in … Read More...
A Pretty Cabled Hat for Your Messy Bun
Last winter there was kind of a fad related to messy bun hats or ponytail hats. These are like regular hats, but you don’t decrease such that you can close up the top of the hat. Instead, you finish it … Read More...
Mickey Mouse Valentine’s Day Disney Cookies
Disney-themed treats always seem to bring out the kid in us, and these Mickey Mouse Valentine’s Day cookies are such a sweet way to add a little extra magic to February baking. Whether you’re making them for a classroom … Read More...
DIY Elephant Fork Bracelet
In this jewelry making tutorial, you learn how to make a cute bracelet using a recycled fork. This is such a sweet DIY project for youngsters. I can imagine these handmade forks would be great stall sellers. These Elephants can … Read More...
Download: 27 Valentine Die Cut Files
SVG Cuts is always so generous, sharing wonderful FREE die cut files. And for Valentine’s Day they have gathered 27 FREE SVG files from the past all in one convenient place! You can pick and choose one or all to … Read More...
Tutorial: Knotted crinkle teething toy for baby
Laura from A Beautiful Mess show show you can make a crinkly teething toy for baby. It’s made from fabric knotted around a wooden ring. Plastic between the layers makes them crinkle when baby plays with the fabric. They’re easy … Read More...
Knit a Cozy Vest in Waffle Stitch
Do you follow any yarn companies or other knitting-related sites on social media? (I hope you’re following Craft Gossip at least!)
I love to follow some of my favorite companies because they often share free patterns and new patterns and … Read More...
How to tackle a repetitive sewing project and keep it fun
Pam from Threading My Way just completed a sizable sewing project – 30 library bags to give to children in need. The bags themselves were pretty simple, but the volume was quite significant. It can be hard on big projects … Read More...
5 Tips for Crafting with Freezer Paper
Freezer paper is great in the kitchen but you can also use it in your craft room. Nina Marie shares 5 useful tips like using freezer paper to protect your work surface, using it for stamping and masking techniques, as … Read More...
Tutorial: Heart earbud zip pouch
With a teenager in the house, earbuds are a hot commodity for our family. It seems we are always looking for a pair that have gotten lost. Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a tutorial at Polka Dot Chair showing … Read More...
How to Refill a Plug-In Air Freshener: A Simple, Eco-Friendly Guide
How to Refill a Plug-In Air Freshener: A Simple, Eco-Friendly Guide
If you’re anything like me, you know that air fresheners can be a bit of a mixed bag. While they leave your home smelling fresh and inviting, they also … Read More...
10 Amazing Ways to Make a Cell Model
Cells are tiny but there is a lot going on inside of them, which can be hard for kids and adults alike to visualize.
Weird Unsocialized Homeschoolers has a great collection of DIY cell models using everything from foam to … Read More...
Crochet Pattern Donut Coasters
This free Pattern by Crochet Dreamz is for a set of Doughnut coasters. These coasters are very cute and make up really fast. You could make a whole batch of these for Gift giving. You can grab the free crochet … Read More...