Knitting backwards sounds like a cool trick, but it’s more than that. It can actually be quite useful when working entrelac or short rows or even just narrow rows of knitting where you don’t want to have to take the … Read More...
Coconut Lime Popsicles
“Put the lime in the coconut….” Sorry! The geek in me always starts singing that song every time I see or hear lime and coconut in the same sentence. Those two flavors do pair well together and always makes me … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew an awesome rope tote
You can sew an amazing rope tote like this one on your sewing machine! Petro from Creative Homemaking shares a tutorial showing how to do it. It would make an awesome pool bag or picnic tote, don’t you think?
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Summertime Punch
Berries and watermelon are my two favorite fruit items to eat during the summer months. Sometimes, we get more watermelon than we handle and I feel awful having to waste it. Luckily, Velvet and Hail created this summertime punch with … Read More...
Stitch Up Some Star-Spangled Fun
Americans are celebrating their independence with a long weekend this weekend, and it’s a perfect time to start a new cross-stitch project in red, white and blue.
This Star-Spangled Happiness Chart from Stitching the Night Away is a great choice … Read More...
Lemon Berry Trifle
What a beautiful dessert to show off those lovely berries of the summer. This dessert is so easy to make and yet works for a backyard barbecue or an elegant party. It’s all in how you present it. I love … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew American flag table runner
Amy from The Idea Room shows how you can make this American flag table runner – with no sewing required. The design looks like a stitched flag, but it’s made with paint and stencil. So easy and so festive!
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Two fun recycled material summertime party games
I am definitely making these for my next summertime party. OK actually I am going to make the first one probably halfway through the first party after my guests have had their first beer. I will have a handful of … Read More...
4th of July Dessert Hacks
It is almost the 4th of July and You want to bake and cook spectacular items for the holiday barbecue, picnic or potluck, but don’t have the time. This seems to happen to me a lot. I’ve learned from many … Read More...
Baked Banana Bread Donuts
Classic banana bread meets the donut shape. A great breakfast or even snack to enjoy with your coffee, tea or milk. We don’t have donuts often, but they are fun to enjoy on occasion. Elsa Brobbery from The Whinery shares … Read More...
Free Pattern – Ocean and Sailboat Key Holder
The photograph doesn’t do this pattern any justice. It’s adorable and of course it’s totally practical. You can grab the free pattern over at Aokcorral.com. This would make a cute hair band holder for my daughter whose bedroom is … Read More...
DIY Pinata T-shirt
What a fun alternative to a traditional Pinata. Pop this shirt on someone fit and fast and let the kids chase them down. I know a few dads who would love to be the live bait for this game. You … Read More...
If You Can Crochet A Granny Square You Can Make This Top
If you are looking for an Easy project then this is the one to try. This pattern shows you how to use 2 oversized Granny squares and a few extra rows of stitches to make this adorable lace mess top. … Read More...
Where to find swimwear fabric & supplies online
The hardest part of sewing swimwear is just sourcing your supplies. You can probably buy some of it locally, but you’ll probably need to check online sources to find everything you need. Heather from Closet Case Files has collected … Read More...
25 Patriotic Crafts to Celebrate the 4th!
Decorate your home with one or more of these fun patriotic crafts just in time for the 4th of July! Angie from The Country Chic Cottage rounded up this great collection of Americana crafts to make this summer for your … Read More...
Freebie: Vintage Fourth of July Image
Healthy Cinnamon Roll Overnight Dessert Oats
As much as I would love to eat cinnamon rolls for breakfast everyday, it isn’t feasible or healthy. Now I can have the flavors, but healthier and will give me the energy boost I need in the morning. I really … Read More...
Tutorial: Frayed edge picnic blanket
The frayed edges of this picnic blanket gives it an aged and timeless charm. Roxanne from PenSeb & Rox shows how you can make one. She used an old tablecloth and some denim from her stash, but you can make … Read More...
Inspiration for Travel Memory Keeping
It’s the travel season, and if you want to have a plan of attack for all your current and previous travel photos, check out this post from Carrie Owens.
She’s a photographer and sometimes scrapbooker, and she is embarking on … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Easy fringe neck detail for t-shirts and dresses
Oh, I am loving the fringe on these 4th of July dresses! Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial showing how to add that detail to a dress or t-shirt. It’s just a few extra steps added to finishing … Read More...