I believe it was LUSH Cosmetics that first started with Jelly soaps and thank goodness they did as now it’s a sure fire way to get little kidlets to wash them selves. I have to admit I like using them … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt flower fall wreath
See how you can make this beautiful felt flower wreath! Patti from Garden Matter has the tutorial and a free pattern for the flowers on her blog. You can make the flowers with hand sewing and glue, so no sewing … Read More...
Project: Stamped Metal Necklace
How amazing is this mixed media necklace? It’s made with a buckle, images stamped on metal and colored with alcohol inks and jewelry findings. You can directions over on the Paper Artsy blog.
-Heather
A Whole Lotta Blocks | Be Inspired
Sixteen standalone artistic expressions, each one spectacular. This the inspiring result of Kim, at My Go-Go Life, taking part in 100 Days 100 Blocks Instagram challenge. Joiners make two quilt blocks a day, then post. Kim has applied a … Read More...
Tutorial: Hooded baby towel
Caroline from Sew Caroline shares a tutorial at Harts Fabric showing how you can sew a hooded baby towel. It’s made from a large square of absorbent terry cloth backed with a layer of soft knit fabric. A hood is … Read More...
Learn Basic Hand Lettering
With just a brush pen and paper, you can learn a simple technique for fancy hand lettering. This tutorial by Amy at One Artsy Mama, will show you how to letter the short word “joy”. Once you’ve got the technique … Read More...
Kids Books in Clay
I like when I can use clay to add to kid’s lessons or experiences. Here’s a clay project to go with the children’s classic The Very Hungry Caterpillar
. Make your own caterpillar by mixing up colours and tell the … Read More...
G-Manu Glass Cutting System
Watch this video on the G-Manu Glass Cutting System over at Bullseye Glass and you’ll wonder how you could possibly live without this tool for kiln forming. I haven’t ordered mine yet but I will let all of you know … Read More...
How to create easy postcard frames
I have a box of Art Doll Postcards that I wanted to display with Halloween just around the corner. They aren’t in traditional Halloween colors but totally “on-theme”.
So I thought I’d paint some old Ikea plain frames. Well, they … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux leather passport cover
Sew4Home shows how you can make a faux leather cover for your passport. The inside is made from quilting cotton and has two pockets to hold your passport open to the right page. An elastic band makes a simple closure. … Read More...
Knit a Super Cute and Simple Wreath
I made my daughter a wreath to hang on the door for her birthday party, and though it was just yarn wrapped around a square wreath frame (and decorated with butterflies to match the theme of the party) it got … Read More...
Triple Berry Mojitini
Combine the flavors of a mojito and martini in a beverage for entertaining. You can serve this at one of the football parties or while enjoying some girl time. Megan from The Strawberry Blondie Kitchen shares how to create this … Read More...
Learn about Soil Layers with Legos
There are so many fun things to do with Legos, I feel like smart moms and teachers are never going to run out of ways to use them to teach and help kids understand different concepts.
I love this idea … Read More...
Pumpkin Pie Dip
Easy and no bake pumpkin pie dip for all the pumpkin lovers. This will be a hit at your next party during the fall season and through the holidays. Of course, it is perfect any time of the year that … Read More...
Tutorial: 2 methods for sewing bias binding
Bias binding creates a pretty finish for neck lines, arm holes, and other curved edges. Once you get the hang of it, it’ll be your favorite method! Rae from Made by Rae shares two methods for sewing bias binding – … Read More...
Doctors Warn of Dangers When Using Knit Umbilical Ties
Here’s a knitting trend I hadn’t heard of before, but apparently in Australia (I’ve seen reports of their use in the UK, too) a rising number of women who participate in home births or have midwives are using knit umbilical … Read More...
Potluck S’mores
S’mores year around, yes please! These easy s’mores are perfect for any time you want s’mores. If you need an easy dessert for a potluck or unexpected guests, this is it. Just have the supplies in your pantry. Amy from … Read More...
Hang on to Summer with these Pretty Purple Violets to Stitch
I know it’s unofficially fall now, but where I live it still feels exactly like summer and I’m not quite ready to enter the land of frost and pumpkin spice everything just yet.
If you want to hold on to … Read More...
Warm Cocoa Pudding with Candied Pecans
Chocolate pudding is a classic dessert for kids and adults. This one is like eating hot cocoa pudding. Mary from The Cake Chica shares this recipe that she found in Bon Apetit. She has paired it with candied pecans. Reintroduce … Read More...
Tutorial: Teddy bear sleeping bag
Brandy from Gluesticks shares a tutorial showing how to make a sleeping bag for a teddy bear. It’s a super simple and super fast project – one you can do in just 10 minutes! Her cutting dimensions will make one … Read More...