Sometimes it’s hard to come up with project ideas for holidays that can also be considered learning activities, but I think making things with salt dough fits that category.
If the kids help you make the dough, you’re getting some … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple tote bag with outside pocket
Don’t underestimate the power of a basic tote bag! They’re easy to sling over your shoulder and easy to toss your stuff in. Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how you can sew a simple tote. It has an outside … Read More...
Red, White and Blue bug-away candle holders
Making things that are cute is fun but if they also are functional well, that’s just super-crafting! What is the bane of a summertime event? Bugs. So why not make some pretty red, white and blue scented candle holders that … Read More...
Wire Necklace Tutorial
In this tutorial you’ll learn how make a simple easy wire necklace. All you need is pliers, wire and a chain and it’s simple as this.
Printable Wall Art – Be A Flamingo
Download and print this free printable Be a Flamingo in a Flock of Pigeons wall art for your home or office!
Perfect for the office space or a Pink Girls bedroom Gallery wall.
Because Everybody Needs More Baby Knitting Books, Right?
Kim is getting these cuties!
This week’s giveaway is of two little baby knitting booklets from Leisure Arts:
Cute & Cozy Sweaters and Blankets
by Starla Kramer has four sweater patterns and matching blanket patterns — the blankets are all … Read More...
Project: Father’s Day Accordion Card
Tell Dad he’s the worlds best this Father’s Day with this awesome Accordion Fold Card. Use stamping and scrapbooking elements to add personalized memories and photos. Visit Close to My Heart for a video tutorial.
-Heather
Looking for more … Read More...
Tutorial: Sweater to cardigan refashion
One small change turned a sweater from too short to just perfect. For Lisa from Cucicucicoo, the fix for a too short sweater was as simple as turning it into a cardigan. The shorter length is perfect for a cardigan! … Read More...
DIY Washi Tape Holder from PVC Pipe
Here’s an idea for a DIY washi tape holder I’ve never seen before! This isn’t a full tutorial, but the explanations are enough for you to put one of these together. It seems simple enough, and also budget friendly. So … Read More...
Polymer Clay Emojis
I’m watching more YouTube videos lately due to work related projects and that means way more clay videos than I usually stumble across. Like everyone else (or, at least everyone with teenagers?) I’ve gotten introduced to the emoji-as-language culture the … Read More...
How to make plastic cup twirlers
Whipping up some last minute red, white and blue decorations for 4th of July can be easy with what you have on hand from your plastic cup stash. Grab your scissors and pop on over to the blog I Can … Read More...
8 Summer Crochet Poncho Patterns
These summer crochet ponchos are perfect for covering the shoulders on a summer evening or for covering up at the beach or at the swimming pool. All of these summer crochet patterns are light and perfect for Summertime. Some … Read More...
Blueberry Almond Snack Bars
You are going to want to make a double batch of these. One for today and another for during the week. This slice is the perfect energy boost and hunger filler for mid week afternoon slumps. You could even grab … Read More...
Download: Hipster Rabbits Images for Father’s Day
Got a cool trendy Dad? This wonderful Hipster Rabbits download includes color or black and white images to make a awesome home decor projects and/or cards for Father’s Day. Click here to visit Designs By Miss Mandee to download for … Read More...
Printable Lettering Practice Quotes
Tired of doing just drills and letters? Ramp up your lettering practice with these printable practice quotes from Quiet Sundays.
See how to use them in the video tutorial. then download the two quote sheets to work on. This is … Read More...
Wind Chimes from Clay
I craft a lot – I’d even say it’s my day job, most days – and as a result I buy a lot of supplies to try out. A while ago I got little wind chime tubes from Munro Crafts … Read More...
Easy way to make a 4th of July decoration with books
I have been making holiday decorations with my books for a while now and this American flag inspired red, white and blue book arrangement is awesome! Best yet it only takes 10 books! Pop on over to the blog Little … Read More...
Technique and Project: Star Wars Card with Water Color Galaxy Background
Yulis has an awesome tutorial water coloring a galaxy background for a fun Star Wars inspired card. Check out her tutorial over on the Magnolia with Heart blog.
-Heather
How to fold a 14 page picture book
This tutorial shows you how to fold a piece of paper in to a 14 page mini booklet. Perfect for art, stories and other activities.
You will need to follow the folding techniques step by step here or you can … Read More...
Forest Unicorn Pattern
Unlock a magical world of fairies and unicorns with Heidi’s new Hemlock Forest line! Create your very own magical unicorn, complete with soft felt body and luscious flowing tail and mane. You’ll enjoy how easy she is to stitch—seams … Read More...