Just like I have piles of clay and clay pieces, I have a good stash of tools of all shapes and sizes. Not the least of those are my cutters. Some of them – a couple plastic shoeboxes worth – … Read More...
Review: Cross-Stitch to Calm
Most needlecrafts are touted for their calming and meditative properties, but I think cross stitch might be even more relaxing than other crafts in a way because it is so slow. You have to have patience for a pattern to … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage bandana fabric pumpkins
Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods used vintage bandanas to make these adorable fall fabric pumpkins. The bandanas give a vintage country or farmhouse feel to the fabric pumpkins. The sewing is super simple – you won’t even need a sewing machine! … Read More...
Easy Teriyaki Chicken for Two
An easy dish to make during the work week. I tend to be home alone and need a quick meal so I eat healthy. Tracy from Baking Mischief shares how to make this easy meal that is also great for … Read More...
I Love Yarn Day to Celebrate Fiber for a Month
I Love Yarn Day is technically a month out — Oct. 15 — but the people behind it (that’s the Craft Yarn Council, by the way) are starting the celebration early this year with a lot of fun content meant … Read More...
Gluten-Free Apple Cider Doughnuts
It’s apple season! Love autumn weather and the holidays that follow. Love Christmas, but not so much the weather that comes with that. Back to apple season! Karen at Seasonal Cravings shares how to make these doughnuts using a doughnut … Read More...
DIY Science- Elephant Sized Toothpaste
The best science experiments are the simplest—the ones where the kids get their hands dirty and really understand every step. It also helps to end with a show-stopping result and this quick, easy experiment does not disappoint.
Ever wonder how … Read More...
No Fail Bath Bomb Recipe
This recipe by Hello glow is a tried and tested recipe. They are so confident that they are marketing it as a No-Fail recipe! I love No-fail recipes cause well you can’t fail right? I have a fantastic No-fail fudge … Read More...
Project: Altered Halloween Book
Got an old book laying around? Turn it into a work of art with this amazing altered book idea from Shelly Hickox. She cut a niche into the book and filled it with a spooky Halloween scene. This is the … Read More...
Tutorial: Leather and felt key fob
Here’s a simple little project you can make from your leather and felt scraps. Mike from The Crafty Gentleman shows how you can use those scraps to make a key fob! The felt and the leather and the simple lines … Read More...
Free pattern: Play castle card table cover
Turn a basic card table into a kid’s play castle! Angel from Fleece Fun shares a free pattern for making the castle table cover. It fits perfectly over a card table and turns the space underneath into a wonderful play … Read More...
How To Build A Custom Craft Desk
Here’s another great option for building a custom craft desk, if you have an empty corner in your home.The great thing about this style, is that you can make it the perfect size that fits your space, since the dimensions … Read More...
Event: Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza {PNQE}
Quilty friends, if you live in Philly, don’t miss this quilt show, opening September 15 and running through this weekend. I’d go just to see “On This Winter Day”, a quilt made by Nancy J. Prince and Linda French. … Read More...
Tutorial: 1-hour fitted tablecloth
Julie from Happy Strong Home shows how you can sew a fitted tablecloth for a square or rectangular table – in just 1 hour! The boxed corners fit around the edge of your table so the tablecloth is less prone … Read More...
Tutorial: Clip on purse handles
Caroline from Sew Can She shares a genius idea for making purses. She shows how you can make clip on purse handles! The clips are super easy to attach, so no complicated installation like you might have with other types … Read More...
Surprise recycled craft
Are you the type that like surprises or do you want to see and know everything up front? Well, today’s post is for the surprise lovers. I bet you will never guess what this object is made from and maybe … Read More...
Winner- The Curiosity Shoppe Coloring Book
Congrats go out to Stephanie G. of Dover AR as she is the winner of The Curiosity Shoppe Coloring Book: A Magical and Mad Exploration of a Most Amusing and Unexpected Assemblage of Novelties and Oddities.
Coloring in sheets … Read More...
Crispy Fried Jalapeno Slices
Here is a new appetizer with a little spice for the next party, game or family night. Amanda from Amanda’s Cookin’ shares how to deep fry jalapeno slices. Pair it with your favorite dipping sauce. These would make a great … Read More...
Fall Learning Activities with Leaves and More
I know it’s not technically fall yet but I’m so ready, and there are a lot of great ideas for learning with fall items like leaves and acorns that you should have in mind when the time comes. Here are … Read More...
Edible Treat Boxes – Witch Hats
I usually try not to do Halloween items till the end of September, but the months are flying by. This cute treat would be a hit at a Halloween party. They would even be cute takeaway treats. Robin Gagnon from … Read More...