If you’re stuck trying to start on your next scrapbook page or album, maybe some fun summer crafting can get you out of the rut. Sometimes it’s hard to start a big or important project, and I find that if … Read More...
Technique: Coloring Stamps with Colored Pencils and Gamsol
Give your next stamped card a soft look. By using a product called Gamsol (which is an odorless mineral spirit) you can blend your colored pencils for a lovely softer look. Hop on over to the W Plus 9 blog … Read More...
Skinny Orange Chicken
Here is a healthier version of Orange Chicken. Skip the frying and create your favorite Chinese dish with a healthier twist. Megan from Skinny Fitalicious has created this healthy version that only takes 10 minutes to make. That means you … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric checkers game
Checkers is the ultimate summer time game for me. I used to play it with my grandfather when we’d visit my grandparents’ house in the summer. Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how you can sew a fabric checkers game. The … Read More...
Chocolate Chip Funfetti Cookie Dough Bites
One of my favorite part about baking chocolate chip cookies was eating the dough, before it cooked. I know it isn’t good for you because of the raw egg, but it tastes so good! Luckily, now we have eggless cookie … Read More...
Quick Cucumber Kimchi
We love cucumber kimchi, growing up it was my favorite compared to the cabbage version. Plus, it is a great way to use up the extra cucumbers in the garden. Most people turn their noses up to the fermented cabbage … Read More...
Beer Pretzel with Drunken White Cheddar Sauce
Okay it is hot and the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven. Well, crank the air conditioners, you are going to want to bake these beer pretzels with white cheddar sauce. The sauce is also … Read More...
Tutorial: Dance tote bag for a doll
Joy from XOXO Grandma shows how you can make a dance bag for an American Girl doll. How cute! If you know a child who has an 18″ doll and also likes dance, this would make a fun surprise for … Read More...
Caprese Sliders
You can turn your favorite salad into sliders. Allyson from Domestic Superhero has created these Caprese sliders that makes it easier for guests to eat their favorite salad without the hassle of plate and fork. A great light dinner for … Read More...
Lemon Zucchini Layer Cake with Blueberries
Skip the bread and use your zucchini with lemon in a layered cake. A different way to use up those extra zucchinis in your garden. Sam from Sugar Spun Run shares this recipe that will make you forget about making … Read More...
Fresh Blueberry Pie
Oh my what a glorious blueberry pie! I like how this one isn’t double crusted. Fresh blueberries on top with some lemon whip cream, sounds glorious. The crust is made from graham crackers. I’m definitely going to make this pie … Read More...
DIY Tea Soaps
There are so many amazing teas on the market and it seems the gifting of tea is the new thing to do. But not always do you like the expensive tea you were given. Here is a great way to … Read More...
Amigurumi- Year Of The Monkey
2016 will be a prosperous year for those who were born in the Year of the Monkey.
This year, Chinese New Year comes in early February – on February 8th, 2016. If you were born after January in 2004, 1992, … Read More...
Freebie: On-Line Stamping Magazine from Whimsy
The second issue of Whimsy Inspired Magazine is now on-line to read for free. It’s chocked full of card ideas. projects and tutorials using stamps from Whimsy. Note: You will need an ISSUU account to read it but it’s free … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: : Raglan maxi dress
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn created this beautiful raglan maxi dress. She used her free raglan t-shirt pattern and adapted it to turn it into a maxi. Her free raglan t-shirt pattern comes in a women’s size Large. If you … Read More...
How to Make a Washi Tape Dispenser
Isn’t this just the cutest washi tape dispenser you ever did see? It’s made using a papier mache house that you can pick up at the craft store. You’ll also need a wooden or paper roll (like from foil or … Read More...
Tips for keeping your sewing tools sharpened
Sewing requires sharp tools, whether they’re scissors or pins or needles. Dull tools can pick fabrics or create thread snarls, which are never any fun! Bev from Flamingo Toes has some tips to help keep your sewing tools sharpened and … Read More...
Tutorial: Kids’ travel neck pillow and seat belt cover
It’s amazing the ways kids can sleep in the car! A travel pillow will help support their heads while they snooze. Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shares a tutorial at Minerva Crafts showing how you can sew a … Read More...
More Mica Powder Ideas
Mica powders are basically strongly pigmented, very fine, mineral powders. A little goes a very long way and if you use them more than very occasionally, do it somewhere with good ventilation (not a draft mind you) or with a … Read More...
Galaxy Cake Roll
How cool is the galaxy cake roll! This cake roll will be a great summer dessert. It is cool looking for those teen parties and also for the sci-fi fans. Beth at The First Year describes the galaxy look the … Read More...