Here is the last of the Christmas in July recipes. I figured you would be okay with one more since it is a cocktail. Of course, you need to have a cocktail during the holidays. How about this new one … Read More...
Chocolate Flower Cake
Forget the small flowers on the cake. Surprise them with this beautiful giant chocolate flower on top of that special occasion cake. Erin Gardner of Erin Bakes shares this recipe on The Cake Blog. Erin takes you step by step … Read More...
Mini envelopes on planner pages filled with recycled fortune cookie fortunes
I save my fortunes from fortune cookies and I thought I would recycle them into a fun little daily surprise on my August planner pages.
I punched tiny square envelopes and a tiny rectangle envelopes out of a variety of … Read More...
A secret weapon for painting beautiful lettering on fabric
Oh, this is so smart! Colleen from Lemon Thistle shares her secret weapon for lettering on fabric. She used it to make a gorgeous lettered banner. I’ve always avoided added lettering to my sewing projects because the fabric likes to … Read More...
Chalkboard Pops
It is a bittersweet time of year, you don’t want the summer to end, but kind of excited to get back to a routine when school starts back up again. Take away some of the blues with these back to … Read More...
Nutcracker Themed Strawberry Mice
Although you could get away with this anytime of year, this is another post for my Christmas in July items. These cute strawberry mice will steal your hearts and possibly your cheese. Although, they can keep the swiss cheese. This … Read More...
Almond Butter Tofu Skewers
When you fire up the grill this summer, save some space for these almond butter tofu skewers that your vegan and vegetarian friends will enjoy. As I get older, I tolerate tofu much more than I did as a kid. … Read More...
How to make pumpkin prints with apples
I was looking around for apple themed projects thinking ahead for teacher gift ideas for back to school season and I spotted this cool tutorial on how to print pumpkins with apples at the blog Frugal Mom Eh!. You can … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy credit card wallet
Sew a simple credit card wallet to keep all your credit cards, ID, and loyalty cards easy to reach! Live It. Love It. Make It. shares a tutorial showing how. It’s so easy – this would make a great first … Read More...
40 DIY Watermelon Craft Ideas
Watermelons have been slowly creeping their way into the world of design and decor, and it’s safe to say that they are the new “it” fruit. Move over pineapples, there’s a new fruit in town! Watermelons are popping up everywhere, … Read More...
And the winner is……..
Congrats goes out to….. fchaddock, they are the winner of the Art Journaling magazine giveaway!
Thanks to all who entered.
-Heather
How to make Funky Monkey Kid’s Banana Bruschetta
Here is a great snack to make with the kids this summer or to surprise them with after the first day of school. Can’t believe it is almost back to school season, but like with Christmas items in the craft … Read More...
Fun Summer Watermelon Fudge
Although fresh watermelon is better, these cute watermelon fudge would also be a nice addition to your next barbecue. Vanilla fudge that looks like a slice of watermelon. Super cute idea created by Ashton at Something Swanky. A must make … Read More...
8 Sweet Crafts You Can Make With Old Candy Wrappers
Have you ever looked at your candy wrappers and thought how cute they are? Seriously. The companies do so much with their marketing and designs and some of them are almost too cute to just throw away. Before you … Read More...
30 Days to a More Organized Sewing Room
Let’s face it, our craft rooms tend to get a bit cluttered once in a while. Okay, maybe more often than not. If you are tired of having a messy space to try and escape to, take a look at … Read More...
Homemade DIY Extracts
Since it is July 25th, I decided to do some Christmas recipes along with my other recipes. If you don’t craft, you wouldn’t understand the need to start making items for the Christmas holiday in July. Many start now to … Read More...
Giveaway: Margeau Chapeau
Judy is the winner.
Last week I told you about the book full of pretty, classic, but with a bit of luxury worked in hat knitting patterns called Margeau Chapeau
. I’m delighted to be able to give away a … Read More...
Pretend Play – Pretzels
These DIY pretend play felt pretzels come with the mustard on top. Don’t forget to add the grains of salt too. What a fun little project for hours of pretend play. DIY Felt Pretzels
Machine Embroidery – Classic Dress Front
This free Embroidery design is perfect for Summer Dresses short or long. The design is available for download at Embroideryshristi.com
If you use this design pop back and share your feedback.
Looking for more patriotic Embroidery Designs? Check our previous … Read More...
Crochet Headband Pattern
This may well be the most adorable little face I have ever seen. Okay so the headband is what this post is actually about, but hey you know I love my babies! This tutorial is for a super fast headband, … Read More...