You can make an awful lot of “faux” with polymer clay and it turns out rug hooking is another one. Christi Friesen has a cute, miniature version of it in this hooked heart project pdf. Obviously you could make any … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy knotted headband
These knotted head bands are a great way to use up your knit scraps! They’re also super easy to sew. Veronica from SewVery has a tutorial and a free pattern. The knot makes a cute accent while also making it … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Girls cowl neck poncho
Kirstin from Kojodesigns shows how you can make a cowl neck poncho like the one she made for her daughter. It’s made from a lightweight t-shirt knit fabric so it has a nice drape. The loose fit makes the sizing … Read More...
Learn about Shapes, Symmetry and Geometry with Snowflake Patterns
I love this snowflake geometry project from the STEM Laboratory.
Use her printables for a variety of shapes, read books or websites about how snowflakes form (NOAA has a pretty great rundown of the science behind snowflakes) and then … Read More...
A Periodic Table That Tells You How To Use It
Last year my children spent their whole school holidays learning the periodic table song. I can assure you by the 3rd week, it wasn’t so impressive. Then the first opportunity they had to use their new found talent, they both … Read More...
Free Motion Embroidery Pillow
This free Motion embroidered pillow is in the theme of herbs, but you could use the tutorial to guide you step by step and use your own words or language. Change the embroidered words for song titles or children’s names. … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a felt donut
These felt donuts are sooo cute! And they won’t add an inch to your waist or hips! You can make them using a tutorial at Sewing Secrets. They’re easy to sew from felt. Seed beads make pretty sprinkles, and donuts … Read More...
Project: Flower Vase Card with Multiple Techniques
Pam Bray shares her directions for making this stunning dimensional card. She’ll show you how to using stamps, die cuts and pattern papers as well as how to make a cool background by adding paint to your embossing folder. Find … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Reversible faux fur shawl collar vest
This faux fur vest by The Sewing Rabbit is gorgeous, and perfect for dressing up a winter outfit. It’s reversible, with faux fur on the outside and faux leather on the other. She shares a tutorial at The Creative Spark … Read More...
Is that a Keto Cauliflower Pizza Crust?
These recipes for Cauliflower Pizza Crusts are everywhere! But we think we have found one that is better than most.
Check out Rachael Farnsworth’s recipe at thestayathomechef. The best part about this recipe? It’s low calorie AND gluten free which … Read More...
16 Pegboard Organizing Tips
Learn the tips and benefits of using pegboard to organize an art studio or craft room. A pegboard is great, especially for small spaces because:
- It can reduces clutter on work surfaces
- Tools are easily accessible (better than rummaging in
How to Organize a Craft Closet
Learn how to organize a craft closet with these simple tips and tricks. Turn a closet full of junk and jumble into a sweetly organized space that will make you want to get crafting right away.
These tips are great … Read More...
5 Simple Tips to Start Hand Lettering
This comprehensive hand-lettering post at Rock This Revival will get you well on the way to start hand lettering
. This is DIY hand lettering in its purest form, actually using regular pens and markers to draw and design the … Read More...
Tips for Framing Cross Stitch Projects
Once you’ve finished stitching a cross-stitch project (having done what you can to keep it clean and cleaning it when you’re done if necessary), it’s time to put that beauty in a frame.
Of course the easiest way to finish … Read More...
How to decorate a cup with rubber bands
I don’t think I have ever thought of rubber bands as something to decorate other objects with but they do come in great colors so why not? Check out this fun project Anna sent in featured at her blog Journey … Read More...
Tutorial: French Market Tote
Andy from A Bright Corner shares a tutorial for her French Market Tote. This bag has such beautiful and simple lines that will show off a pretty fabric. The lining fabric peeks out in a strip of fabric around the … Read More...
Rooster Crafts and Activities for Chinese New Year
The year that begins with Chinese New Year on Jan. 28 is the year of the rooster, so I thought it would be fun to share some rooster crafts and activities you can make to learn about and celebrate the … Read More...
Knit a Heart Shaped Pillow for Valentine’s Day
There’s nothing quite like knitting to show your love and appreciation for someone, and what better way to do that than with a heart-shaped project? These knitted hearts are perfect for Valentine’s Day and beyond, and are a great way … Read More...
Free pattern: Zippy Lips zipper pouch
This lip zip pouch is so cute for Valentine’s Day! Kristen at Create Kids Couture shares a free pattern and tutorial. Use it as a small makeup pouch or little change purse. Or, for a bigger pouch, just enlarge the … Read More...
DIY Wedding Hair – Princess Waves
This stunning DIY look is created using a hair straightener and extensions. If you’re lucky enough to have long straight hair, than this might be a nice change for your special day. The tutorial is easy to follow. Remember practice … Read More...