Ever thought of making your own chili powder? Not all the store brands are the same. Some have more heat than I desire and there are some that have no heat. Adam and Joanne Gallagher at Inspired Tastes shares how … Read More...
Loaded Baked BLT Dip
Even though I am enjoying watching the Olympics, I can’t help but get excited for the new football season to start. I don’t have high hopes for my team this year, but I’m ready for some football! This dip by … Read More...
How To Embroider on Paper
This is a technique that isn’t strictly cross stitch, but you could do it in cross stitch if you wanted to.
Embroidery on paper isn’t difficult, you just have to create holes to sew through, so it takes a little … Read More...
Fried Nutella Hand Pies
Summer is moving fast and it is fair season. The one day, I really let loose and indulge in the bad food. Unless, you pack your own lunch, there really aren’t a lot of healthy options. Maybe, this year I … Read More...
Tutorial: Dinosaur tail tote bags
Havalah from Sisters, What! shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew showing how you can sew dino tail tote bags. They’ve got dinosaur spikes down the middle, and a spikey tail sticking out from the bottom. Cute!! They’d make awesome … Read More...
24 Hot Glue Gun Crafts + Tips!
Fave Crafts created a round up of 24 Hot Glue Gun Crafts that I just had to share with you guys!
Hot glue is definitely the most popular adhesive in the crafting world I think. Everyone has a hot glue … Read More...
Crazy Bright Olympic Cake
Here is a bright and colorful cake that is gluten free and perfect to enjoy while watching the Olympics this summer. Kate at Gluten Free Alchemist started baking and cooking gluten free when her daughter aka Miss GF was diagnosed … Read More...
Tips for Working with Hot Glue & 24 Craft Ideas
Hot glue is and has been a crafter’s go-to adhesive for years and years. While you do have to be a bit careful when using it, hot glue seems to be one of the best no-fail things to use. There … Read More...
How to make a Pet Ghost Halloween treat with printables
Doesn’t everyone need their own pet ghost? I would like a whole fright of pet ghosts. These edible ones are darling and would be a wonderful Halloween treat. Over at the blog Penny Wise there is a full tutorial on … Read More...
Greek Yogurt Popsicles
If you need some different flavors to serve your kids breakfast this summer or desserts, here are some healthier Greek yogurt popsicles. These will be perfect ffor those rush mornings when school starts. These sound good for lunch and dinner … Read More...
Host Your Own Mini Olympics In The Back Yard
So this weekends family time should be spent hosting your own Mini Olympics and no I don’t mean pumping the kids full of carbs and sending them off to training at 4am. But like any athlete young or old it … Read More...
How To Dry Rose Petals For DIY Projects
Ever wondered how to speed up the process of drying Rose petals for a last minute craft or project? This tutorial shows you how to dry them out successfully using an oven and a little patience. This will work for … Read More...
Knit Simple, Removable Pillow Covers without Buttonholes
Knitting pillow covers is an easy way to add a little homemade flair to your decor, but it is usually important to be able to wash the pillow cases from time to time.
It was a problem that stumped JD … Read More...
Tutorial: Mason jar sewing kit
Everything is cuter in mason jars. That goes for sewing kits, too. (And sewing kits are pretty cute to begin with, I think.) Stef from Girl. Inspired. shares a tutorial at Riley Blake Designs showing how you can make a … Read More...
Freebie: Girl Picking Flowers Digital Stamp
Sadly the Don and Daisy stamps blog has ended but as a way to say goodbye they’ve got this adorable free digi stamp you can download for free. Click here to get it.
-Heather
Finding the right marker for colouring … Read More...
Free Wedding Printables
Wedding and party decorations can get quite spendy if you aren’t careful. Why not do a little of those yourself by adding some great printables. This post from Tatertots and Jello offers up some FREE printables you can use at … Read More...
Feature Friday: Alex’s Misfit Toys
Today’s Feature Friday post is the Etsy shop: Alex’s Misfit Toys. Alex says she “was raised in a family of geeks, so naturally I carried on the tradition!” She started selling on Etsy as more of a hobby than anything … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled leather jacket tote bag
That tired looking leather jacket at the thrift can become an awesome new tote for yourself! Anielska Aniela shares a tutorial showing how she created this lined tote bag out of a recycled leather jacket. The lining is made from … Read More...
Tutorial | Back-to-School Paper Pencils
Craft up these fun paper pencils for all your back-to-school projects. This is a great one to do with your kids!
You’ll need:
A4 cardstock
: white, off-white, and grayPaper pad or your favourite patterned paper
Gold foil sticker
Autumn Leaves from Clay
These autumn leaves decorate a ring base and make delightful earrings. The actual process uses a combination of texturing, chalk, inks and acrylic paint to build up layers of rich, autumn colours on a neutral base clay. Miheala of Beads … Read More...