Why make a plain round trinket dish? If you’re anything like this clayer you have a stash of cookie cutters. Do like Awww, Sam and make a fun and funky trinket dish.
I do recommend baking it quite a … Read More...
Tip: How to get Multi Step Stamping Right
There are lots of stamp companies that have some cool multi layered sets of stamps where you stamp one of top of the other and get a realistic looking image. But even with clear stamps it can be a bit … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffle edge baby blanket
A cute blanket always makes a nice baby gift! You can never have too many blankets. Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making a ruffle edge baby blanket. It’s made from two layers of fabric with batting in between, and of … Read More...
Mardi Gras Learning Activities for Kids
Mardi Gras is about more than beads and King Cake. There’s a lot of symbolism to the celebration, and it marks a day of fun before the reverence of Lent begins.
There are a lot of different ways to incorporate … Read More...
Mardi Gras Cross Stitch Patterns
Mardi Gras is a holiday that I really love for some reason. I was raised Catholic but we never really celebrated it. I guess I just like the idea of having a party in anticipation of the days of solemnity … Read More...
Giveaway: Two Color Knitting Books
Joy is the winner of these.
I have to tell you that I really love these books. There are so many great patterns in them, and good inspiration for making your knitting more colorful.
But I’ve had them on my … Read More...
Tutorial: Wrist cuff pincushion
This wrist cuff pincushion keeps your pins right where you need them for sewing. Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can make one. If you’re worried about accidentally pushing a … Read More...
How to make Lego head lights
Lego lights!!!! Best yet these are made with recycled baby food jars. Now don’t think you can’t make these if you think you can’t draw. The great tutorial over at One Little Project at a Time with take you step … Read More...
DIY Amazing Floral Crown
I really love this Flower crown, it’s over-sized and full of contrasting colors but just looks amazing. As you may know by now I am a BOHO lover and this one is right up on my top ten list! … Read More...
Scrap Fabric Biscornu Inspired Pin Cushions
We seem to be having a run on pin cushions at the moment. I think they are popular because they don’t require a lot of time or supplies. I am a little ADD when it comes to craft projects I … Read More...
DIY Watercolor Artwork
Quotes and Watercolors are all the rage right now so why not mix the two together. This tutorial is for making your own DIY Watercolor quotes. Make sure you grab some good quality water colors t
o get a bright … Read More...
Light and Lofty Super Scarf
This Light and lofty scarf is chunky and warm without the weight. I am pretty sure it will also work as a fishing net should you ever find your self stranded on a beach. If it was a little wider … Read More...
Soap Making Recipe – Basil Citrus M&P Soap
This DIY Basil soap recipe has a hint pf Citrus to give it a fresh scent. This is a really nice herbal smelling soap featuring dried crushed basil leaf and citrus fragrance. You can use a Basil EO too if … Read More...
Pina Colada Smoothie
The only thing missing from this Delicious Pina Colada Smoothie is a drop of rum. Okay maybe not at Breakfast time but it’s perfect for a pick me up in the afternoon by the pool or on the couch, with … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a slouchy sweatshirt, with pattern
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows how you can sew a slouchy sweatshirt that’s perfect for the last bit of winter and the early spring. The loose fit shirt is comfortable to wear for hanging around the house or for … Read More...
Tip: Super Hero Card with Washi Tape and Die Cuts
Washi tape is so versatile for so many card projects. Here’s a clever way to use it with your die cuts. Jen Carter made a sky scraper building background using washi tape with a die cut on this adorable super … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple canvas tote
This simple canvas tote is a great project for beginner sewists! It takes just a few easy seams to make it. And when you’re done, you’ll have a cute new tote to carry! Cat from Mary Martha Mama shares a … Read More...
Tutorial: French vintage style ruffled tablecloth
Cami from Tidbits shows how you an sew a beautiful ruffled tablecloth with a French vintage style. The long tablecloth covers a plain table and adds instant drama to a room. Tablecloths take a lot of fabric, especially one designed … Read More...
Tutorial: Strawberry Thief Hearts Quilt
The hearts in this quilt show off to perfection The Strawberry Thief fabric collection. The blog by the same name shares detailed instructions on how to make the blocks. The heart shape is pieced, not appliqued, and I have to … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Swan apron, plus a pattern
This swan apron is making me smile today! Laura from A Beautiful Mess shows how you can make one. She starts with a plain apron and adds the swan to the top. Her tutorial includes a free pattern. With a … Read More...