Make these adorable polymer clay donut and cookie paper clips for friends and loved ones. These are perfect for teacher gifts and little gifts for friends.
How Knitting Helps with Digital Overload
I found this article on Slate really interesting, about how the author has used knitting as a way to slow down, to calm her temptation to digitally multitask and to regain some of her joy of reading, albeit through Audiobooks … Read More...
Free pattern: Handy Purse Organizer
This Handy Purse Organizer fits inside your purse and has all the pockets you need to keep your belongings organized. Caroline at Sew Can She shares a free sewing pattern so you can make one! There are rows of pockets … Read More...
Projects: 8 Light Up Card Ideas
My Favorite Things stamps had 4 days full of ideas, tips, tricks and inspirations using Chibitronics products to make 8 different light up cards. You’ll find cards with Jack o’ Lanterns, birthday candles, holiday lights and more. Click here for … Read More...
Tutorial: Farmhouse style pillows
Randi from A Fresh-Squeezed Life shares a tutorial for making these beautiful farmhouse style pillows. The pillows are made in two parts – an envelope style pillow cover for the inside, and an tie-on pillow cover for the outside. Choose … Read More...
Freebie | Happy Mind Happy Life Poster
Did you know that there is a documented connection between positive thoughts and healthy minds and bodies? Tet Antonio over at Drawn to DIY talks about this in a recent blog post and links you to a number of articles … Read More...
“United in Memory” Exhibit opens
Most quilters I know sew primarily to mark personal events and milestones of their friends and loved ones. But when something like 9/11 happens, the response from quilters can turn public. And it did when thousands joined Corey Gammel and … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew tweed and salvaged wood coasters
Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods created these gorgeous coasters from vintage tweed and salvaged wood. It’s such a simple idea but so charming! These would be perfect addition to any space with a vintage or farmhouse decor! They’d also make wonderful … Read More...
Project: Metallic Coasters
Add a touch of metallic elegance to your home with some DIY coasters using alcohol inks and die cut metal shapes. These would make wonderful holiday gifts! You can find complete project directions Spellbinders
-Heather
Cheeseburger Casserole
I’m very guilty of using Hamburger Helper in the past. It was so easy during those busy weeknights. Once I started eating healthier, we cut out most of the boxed items. My girl misses those days. Now I can surprise … Read More...
Tutorial: Disney Vacation Purse
Vacation is serious business, y’all. Especially when you’re going to be at a theme park all day. The trick is to travel lightly, but still have all your essentials within easy reach. Tiffany from Making the World Cuter created this … Read More...
Where the Wild Things Are Smash Cake
Looking for ideas for a 1st birthday party? If you love the book Where the Wild Things Are then this will be the perfect smash cake for your little one. Of course you could also increase the size for older … Read More...
How a Little Stitching Makes a Big Difference on a Project
A couple of weeks ago I shared a really simple pillow cover pattern that is mostly Stockinette Stitch. As you know, Stockinette Stitch is just a big old blank canvas that you can embellish in a ton of different ways, … Read More...
Bacon-Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites
Here is a new addition to your Labor Day weekend get together. These bacon-wrapped cheeseburger bites would work well as an appetizer or even a fun dinner. If you already have your menu planned, you could save these for your … Read More...
Lemon Meringue Donuts
Love lemon meringue pie? Now you can enjoy that flavor in a donut form. Diana at Unusually Lovely shares how to make these pie turned donut. A great addition to your brunch table or to enjoy for dessert. Now that … Read More...
Tutorial: Blanket carrier strap
Sew a blanket carrier strap to make it easier to carry a blanket to the park or for a picnic! Instead of wrapping two arms around a folded and floppy blanket, use this strap to carry it one handed. Art … Read More...
Spicy Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Need fast meals with your busy schedule now that school is back in session. Here is a 30 minute meal from Debs at Wilde Orchard. As we try to eat less meat, we are eating more turkey. I have to … Read More...
Quick Mac and Cheese for One
I’m guilty of those boxed mac and cheese, so easy when you need a quick meal and it made my girl happy. Heck, it made me happy too, especially when they came out with the microwave brand. Well thanks to … Read More...
Play with Science with Periodic Table Battleship
This is so clever and I can’t wait until my little one is learning chemistry so we can play Periodic Table Battleship.
How to set it up and the printable (free with subscription) are all at Teach Beside Me. … Read More...
Grab and Go Bacon and Egg Cups
Who says you can’t have bacon and eggs on the go. These grab and go breakfast cups can be made ahead of time and works great on busy mornings or even for brunch. Kristen at The Endless Meal shows how … Read More...