Having that small office space can be a bit boring. Why not dress it up a bit to your own personal style and make going to work a little more fun? This post has 54 ideas for ways you can … Read More...
Blueberry Jam without Pectin
Blueberry jam with only 4 ingredients and no pectin. This can be made with fresh or frozen blueberries. Danielle Fahrenkrug at Delightful Mom Food shares how she makes this easy jam that can be jarred and refrigerated up to 3 … Read More...
How to Fold Origami Triangular Bowls
Origami is one of those classic schoolyard fads that seems to cycle back into popularity every couple of years—and this term, it’s made a full-blown comeback in our house! My daughter and her classmates are completely hooked, and every spare … Read More...
Crochet Can Cozy
This Crochet can cozy is great for little hands and big softies. This cozy will fit soft drinks/ pop drinks and beer cans. I am not sure of too many men who would use this at the annual BBQ though.… Read More...
Card Making Project: Gate Fold Boarder Card
Here’s a different way to use those V shape corner/banner shaped boarder die cuts, make an interesting gate fold style card with them. Jennifer Mcguire has a video tutorial with complete directions, click here to watch.
-Heather
Tutorial: Cubby Pack patchwork backpack
Heidi from The Fabric Mutt shares a tutorial for this adorable backpack. She’s made it with a patchwork of sweet vintage-inspired fabrics but you could use a single print if you wanted to simplify construction. Finished dimensions are 9 1/2″ … Read More...
Gold and Glitter Dipped Fethers
Feathers add a certain touch to any event. They can go with a rustic theme, a more whimsical theme, and even a romantic theme. These gold and glitter dipped feathers are perfect for any type of decor and would be … Read More...
Cool Jewelry Display Ideas You Can DIY
Do you sell your jewelry at a craft fair or online? If so, you know how important presentation is and this post has some awesome ideas for ways you can present and display your handmade creations.
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Tutorial: Reusable makeup remover pads
Hannah from The Homesteady shows how you can make a set of reusable makeup remover pads from a couple of towels. Two towels – one brown, one black to camouflage makeup stains – will be enough to make a whole … Read More...
Tutorial | Faux Calligraphy
Faux calligraphy is another way that you can get beautiful lettering in your scrapbooks. All you need is a pencil and your favourite pen.
The base of faux calligraphy is your natural handwriting, so you may want to practice writing … Read More...
Knit (or Crochet) a Pokeball
Are people still playing Pokemon Go? I never downloaded it, but I know I read the peak of downloads came on the day it was released, and the most users ever was a week after that, so I’m not sure … Read More...
Stitching Comments from Stories a Side Hobby for Reporter
The Venn diagram for reporters/writers/bloggers who are also into needlepoint is probably pretty small, but I love this idea for turning choice comments from stories posted on the Internet into embroidery.
Claire Cardona is a breaking news reporter at the … Read More...
Polymer Clay Koi Fish
A little dish of koi, topped in water / resin, is a great polymer clay presentation. Or, turn your adorable miniature koi into a charm or pendant. PolymerPrincess has a channel full of other clay goodies to check out.
Free pattern: Sweet Child’s Dress
Terra from Mama Says Sew shares a free pattern at Make It and Love It for her Sweet Child’s Dress. There are so many ways to customize the design! Fabric choice is probably the most obvious way. And, you can … Read More...
Free pattern: Vinyl wet bag in 2 sizes
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shares a free pattern for making a vinyl 
wet bag. Her free pattern includes 2 sizes – a larger bag to bring wet items home from the pool without getting everything around them wet as … Read More...
Dress up a lamp for Halloween with a bunch of bats
I generally don’t think of placing decorative elements on the inside of a lampshade only on the outside. In this case the effect is perfect for Halloween. Fly on over to the Glue Dots blog for the easy tutorial on … Read More...
Thai Firecracker Shrimp
As the Olympics wind down, we are getting ready to get into football season. Which means the need for appetizers to enjoy while watching the game. This one can also be fancy enough to serve at a fall wedding or … Read More...
Mini Spaghetti and Meatball Appetizer
photo credit: All That’s Jas
What a fun way to serve the classic dish as an appetizer or even for dinner. I think this would work well for toddlers. Just thinking back to my girl’s toddler days and the spaghetti … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy A-frame play tent
This A-frame play tent is the perfect spot for kids to curl up with a book! Or maybe it’ll be part of a grand pretend adventure! Liz from Pretty Life Girls shows how you can make one! The sewing is … Read More...
Chocolate Covered Funfetti Donut Hole Cake Pops
Here is a different take on cake pops for your next event. These would work well for birthdays, showers, and even for DIY wedding desserts or favors. Emily at Bespoke-Bride shares how to create this cute dessert. Maybe even make … Read More...