I love this DIY Confetti backdrop idea. I love it so much I think I am going to use it for my daughters party. Maybe something a little shorter though. Love it and apart from needing a little patience some … Read More...
Decorate With Groupon And save $$
Disclaimer – This post is sponsored by Groupon but all opinions are my own.
So this week I started renovating my lounge room, nothing major just a feature wall or two. I have an issue with following the rules, so … Read More...
Christmas Wreath Granny Square
I haven’t actually come across this Granny square pattern style before and I really like it. This would be great as a small lap blanket, tree skirt or used in other Granny square projects like these.
Tutorial: Upcycled denim and leather fold over clutch
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can create a fold over clutch out of upcycled denim and leather. Her fold over clutch has strips of denim pieced for the top and for the strap. You … Read More...
Project: Thank You Cards with Acetate Window
These lovely Thank You cards have a stamped acetate window panel that gives them such a unique look. Visit the Hand Made by Heather blog for directions.
-Heather
Tutorial: Make Christmas pillows from old sweaters
Old sweaters make gorgeous holiday pillows! It’s an easy sewing project, and Kathleen from Grosgrain has a tutorial showing how. Go to the thrift store and come home with enough sweaters to make a stack of Christmas pillows to make … Read More...
Give Thanks Feather Wreath Printable
FREE Give Thanks Feather Wreath Printable is perfect for displaying for the Thanksgiving holiday or any time of year. Looking for Thanksgiving printables? Check these designs out on Etsy.In PDF format you can choose to print out a 4×5 … Read More...
Free Printable 2017 Calendar
Fun and colorful free 2017 calendar that you can print at home. Each month features a different design from Audrey’s original surface pattern art. The PDF file prints out at letter size (8&1/2 x 11), and is optimized to print … Read More...
How to Draw a Basic Wreath
Draw a basic wreath using this step-by-step guide then just add initials or quotes for instant, personalized wall art. You can use this to make customized journaling cards, greeting cards and so much more for scrapbooking and paper crafts.
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Project: Christmas Holiday Gift Card Holder Cards
Jennifer McGuire has two totally adorable card ideas for giving gift cards this holiday season. Visit her blog for a video tutorial.
I am a big fan of gift cards, I know lots of people find them impersonal but … Read More...
Free pattern: Toby the Turtle softie with hidden pajama pocket
This turtle softie is super snuggly for bedtime – and he’s got a hidden pocket to hold your child’s pajamas! Make him from Snuggle or Minky so he’s extra soft for hugging. If you’re feeling ambitious, you could also make … Read More...
Learn Numbers with a Printable Turkey Number Match Game
It’s always fun to incorporate seasons and holidays into learning, and the turkey feathers number matching game from Tot Schooling is a great way to do that.
For preschoolers and others learning their numbers, the game features a turkey with … Read More...
Tutorial: Photographing Quilts and Sewing Projects
Sewer, quilter and pattern designer, Rachel Rossi, shares on her blog tips for getting the best possible photos of your quilts. Of her step-by-step photo tutorial she says,
… Read More...There’s nothing worse than finishing a masterpiece sewing or quilting project, posting
Tutorial: Tweed and salvaged furniture applique brooches
Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods combined salvaged furniture appliques with some scraps of tweed and feathers to make these gorgeous fall brooches! They are so beautiful and she shares a tutorial showing how to make them. If you can’t get your … Read More...
Chocolate Caramel Turkey Legs
I’d say no more fighting over who gets the turkey legs, but there may still be fighting over these turkey legs. At least there are plenty for all, but you may want to make sure there are extras. So easy … Read More...
No Bake Pecan Pie Mini Tarts
Looking for a new dessert to add to your holiday parties. This is no bake so you will still have some oven time for other desserts. This dessert looks bad for you, but it is gluten-free, vegan and refined sugar … Read More...
Free pattern: Girls cowl neck top
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom created this cowl neck top for her daughter. She’s got a free pattern and a tutorial on her blog. The tunic length is perfect to wear with leggings, and the cowl neck … Read More...
Lightened Up Sweet Potato Casserole
When I think of sweet potato casserole, I think about the marshmallows on top. The sugary side dish seems like dessert rather than part of the meal. Kelli at The Healthy Toast shares this recipe that is healthier with more … Read More...
Thanksgiving Mini White Pumpkin Milk Fudge with Dry Fruit Filling
Here are some cute pumpkins that you can decorate your Thanksgiving table with and serve on the dessert table. These would be really cute as place settings too. Meena at Elephants and the Coconut Trees shares how to create these … Read More...
Paper ring countdown calendar
I know Halloween was just Monday but I thought I’d post this idea so you would have time to gather up your recycled supplies in time to make this fun paper ring countdown calendar for Christmas. I am thinking I … Read More...