Jeans that fit too tight in the waist are not comfortable! And it creates a muffin top that most of us try to avoid. If your jeans are fitting too tight in the waist, you don’t have to trash them. … Read More...
Cross Stitch Snowflake Ornaments
Because my primary craft is knitting, I love craft projects in other genres that have the feel of being inspired by knitting.
That’s probably why I love these cross-stitch snowflake ornaments from Made to Treasure. They remind me of classic … Read More...
Leftover Turkey Tortilla Soup
How’s the Thanksgiving prep going? I’m still trying to figure out the dessert portion, but ready as can be. This might be a new soup for our leftover turkey. Liz at The Skinny Chick Can Bake shares how to create … Read More...
Free pattern: Wraparound zip top laminated make-up case
Sew4Home shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a laminated toiletries case with a wraparound zipper top. The flat bottom makes this a great case to hold bottles and other bulkier cosmetics, and the open top makes it easy … Read More...
Candied Bacon Nut Brittle
Here is a homemade gift for the bacon fan. Some people cringe at the idea of brittle, but this bacon addition might change their mind. Or not. Gina at Running to the Kitchen shares how to make this sweet, spicy, … Read More...
Amazing Carport to Garage Makeover
Are you dreaming of having a garage space, yet just don’t want to spend the money for the addition? Take a minute to see what this blogger did with her old and run down carport. You will be amazed at … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: 1 hour t-shirt
If you’ve got an hour, you’ve got enough time to sew yourself a t-shirt! And Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shares a free pattern! It’s a simple pattern with just two pieces – a front and a back – so … Read More...
Adorable Christmas Mugs
If you didn’t take the photo in black and white, you can change the color of the photo within Walmart Photo while you are creating your $10 mug. She used the text tool to add a red nose by placing … Read More...
DIY Magnetic Pen Holder
This DIY Magnetic pen holder is a great gift for loved ones for special occasions and Christmas time. You could use recycled leather belts or leather scraps from a craft store to create these. This craft should be made with … Read More...
DIY Tomato Pin Cushion
Yes, us sewing ladies (and men) are weird bunch. Confirm this by creating your own tomato pin cushion. What could be more fun than that?
The Mini Bean Stitch – Easy Tutorial
This Bean stitch tutorial looks like a cross hatched basket weave. This tutorial is easy to follow with step by step photos to guide you along as you learn the new Crochet stitches. Mini Bean Tutorial.
Freebie: Digital Christmas Card Stamps and Patterns
Looking for a quicker and easier way to make your holiday cards this season? Try using digital stamps and printables like these from consumer crafts. You can get an ornament, words and backgrounds, everything needed for 2 complete card designs … Read More...
Salt Dough Snowmen
Usually when I think of salt dough, I think of ornaments for the tree or kids hand prints as gifts. This cute idea will be fun for the kids. Especially, if you aren’t able to make a snowman in warm … Read More...
Book Review – Speed Knitting
Congratulations to Gill!
I’m here to help you with your holiday knitting problems, with this week’s giveaway of Speed Knitting
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OK, even if I mail this one more promptly than usual, it might be a little late for this … Read More...
Tutorial: Buffalo plaid sweater Christmas pillow
Jess from If Only They Would Nap shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how to make this sweater pillow with a buffalo plaid Christmas greeting. The sweater and the buffalo plaid give it a cozy feel, and … Read More...
Egyptian Headpiece Tutorial
Just because it is past the Halloween season, doesn’t mean we can’t wear some exotic pieces. This egyptian headpiece is so beautiful and can dress up any outfit. Visit the blog Crafty Super Mom to see just how you can … Read More...
6 Free Thanksgiving Printables
Put together the final touches for Thanksgiving dinner with these six free printables. You’ll find tags for sending home leftovers, coloring pages for the kids, posters about gratitude, Thankful for place cards, and turkey pie toppers. Just click the source … Read More...
Sculpt Mushroom Houses from Clay
These fabulous houses are done with air dry clay – the regular kids kind you can find fairly easily. The technique would work with polymer clay with a few modifications. There’s detail on how to properly paint at the end … Read More...
How to Make Frosted Cranberries
Here is a beautiful way to decorate your table and desserts for the holidays. If you aren’t a fan of cranberries, you could pick up a bag to use for decorations. These are edible, the sugar coating helps with the … Read More...
25 Leftover Turkey Recipes
With Thanksgiving only days away, you’ll want some ideas for the leftovers. As much as I love eating sandwiches and soups, I sometimes get bored. Kami at No Biggie has found some recipes from the web for you to try … Read More...