I am a sucker for fabric scraps! But there’s no way you’d ever be able to sew up every single fabric scrap in your stash, either because there’s not enough time for that much sewing or become some scraps just … Read More...
Halloween Invites With Silhouette Studio®
Learn how to make these invitations using designs from the Silhouette store, plus print them to PDF with this tutorial from Aki on the Silhouette America blog.
She shares tips for the best sizes to use depending on if you’re … Read More...
Remember Highlights?
Do you remember going to book fairs at school? Do you remember the magazine Highlights? It is still around! Now it’s more that just a magazine…it’s a whole lot more! Of course there is still the magazine where you … Read More...
Project: Halloween Monster Treat Bag
Debby Hughes has a fun monster treat bag project, she’ll show you how to make the bag out of pattern paper as well as a clever way to use an elephant die and turn it into a cute monster design. … Read More...
Tutorial: Table runner with interchangeable inserts
Staci from Crafty Stacishows how you can make a table runner that you can change with the seasons. It’s made from a plain canvas table runner (you can buy one ready made, or make one yourself) with clear vinyl … Read More...
How To Make Galaxy Cookies
There is nothing more spectacular than looking up at the night sky on a clear night. All the stars in the sky is peaceful to enjoy. These galaxy cookies are a great treat to enjoy any time of the year. … Read More...
Dirty Cotton Buds Halloween Treats
This definitely has the icky, gross factor, but what is Halloween without some gross items. I know some boys and girls that would find this fun to have at a Halloween party. Rachelle at Bear Naked Food shares how to … Read More...
Forbidden Forest Chocolate Butterbeer Cake
It wouldn’t be Halloween without a Harry Potter recipe. If you are planning a Harry Potter party, then this cake is for you. Even better it was created by a young blogger named Tieghan Gerard at Half Baked Harvest. If … Read More...
Free pattern: Train conductor Halloween costume
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for making an adorable train conductor costume. She designed it for her son, who loves Thomas the Train. The costume includes a conductor’s hat and matching overalls. The pin striped … Read More...
GingerDead Cinnamon Ornaments for Halloween
Who says gingerbread or cinnamon ornaments are only for Christmas. Lynn at Happier than a Pig in Mud shares how to create the ornaments and decorate them for Halloween. You could also decorate regular gingerbread cookies to serve as skeletons … Read More...
Tweaking Your Skinner Blends
In caning, I use a lot of Skinner blends. Colour shading is a huge part of making great picture canes and also in adding interest to projects using your blends. A simple tweak to your blend adds a neat stepped … Read More...
Learn How to Knit a Cable
I think of winter as being the perfect time for knitting and wearing items with cables. I guess that extra bulk seems warming to me, and it’s great to reach for a cabled scarf, hat or sweater for a little … Read More...
Dress up Christmas lights with black cats and friendly ghosts
When I spotted these black cats I know I was going to be instantly grabbing the black paper and my twinkle lights were going to be embellished with black cat faces. Pop on over to the blog Cakies for the … Read More...
Turkey, Cranberry, and Brie Quesadillas
I’m looking forward to turkey for Thanksgiving dinner. I also love eating the leftover turkey for sandwiches. This sandwich will get me in the mood and will be perfect for lunch. Stacie at Simply Stacie shares how to create this … Read More...
Tutorial: Luggage tag map pillows
Celebrate your sense of wanderlust with these unique luggage tag pillows! Claire from Pillar Box Blue has a tutorial showing how you can make luggage tag pillows, complete with a giant grommet and hanging loop. She made hers from burlap … Read More...
Pumpkin and Pork Chili
While it is pumpkin season, you can replace potatoes with pumpkin in your soups, chili and other potato dishes. This chili will work well for watching football and fueling the family on Halloween night. You can also freeze it for … Read More...
Cinnamon Roll Dip with Sugar Naan Chips
Here is a fun appetizer for your Halloween party or to enjoy during the holidays. Another way to enjoy the cinnamon roll flavor during the day besides breakfast. Kate at I Heart Eating shares how to make this dip and … Read More...
Stitch a Gorgeous Maple Leaf
There are lots of cross-stitch patterns that use fall leaves as a motif (and I’m sure I’ll be sharing more than this one) but this maple leaf from CrossStitchPattern.net is one of the prettiest I have seen.
It shows the … Read More...
Candy Corn Bunting and Halloween Chalkboard
Candy corn are a sign of the Halloween holiday. Whether you are a fan of the sugary candy or not, this fun little bunting is a great way to dress up your space with a little festive spirit. Check out … Read More...
Easy Healthy Apple Crisp Stacks
Apples are still in season and apple crisps is one of our favorite desserts. This is a twist on the apple crisp that is healthier. Kind of like a deconstructed version by Kathryn at Family Food on the Table that … Read More...