Most kids I know like to build with blocks, but you can turn that basic play into a lesson in science and engineering with these awesome printable building challenge cards from PickleBums.
The idea is to set out a challenge … Read More...
Knitty Enters Fall with a New Look
Yeah, I know, it’s not really fall, but the First Fall issue of Knitty was just released, and it’s big news because the online knitting magazine now has a responsive layout, meaning it automatically resizes whether you’re looking at the … Read More...
Spicy Potato Hash with Jalapenos and garlic
What to do with the leftover potatoes from dinner? Make this spicy potato hash for breakfast. Julia at Savory Tooth creates this for her dinner meals. I’m good with breakfast for dinner too. This would be a great addition to … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Cute apron with a flounce hem
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how you can sew a cute apron with a flounce ruffle at the hem. Her instructions give the dimensions to cut to make an adult size, but you could easily size it down to … Read More...
A Lisa Frank Adult Coloring Book Is Coming!
Exciting news: Lisa Frank has designed an adult coloring book!
Let’s all gear up in our overalls, grab our gel pens and pretend like it is the 90’s again, okay? As a child of the 90’s I am ridiculously excited … Read More...
Technique: Floral Cards with Alcohol Inks
Hop on over to the Ranger Ink site for a cool project tutorial from Tim Holtz. He’ll show you how to get amazing results using his brand new YUPO cardstock, it’s a “paper” that’s made just for mixed media techniques … Read More...
Make a lap quilt from men’s shirts
Minimal fabric commitment, yup. Pam of Threading My Way shares on her blog how she made this lap quilt from worn men’s shirts. I’m with her, when you pull batting, binding and backing fabric from your stash, it’s free, making … Read More...
Tutorial: Pool tote bag
Holly from Bits of Everything shows how you can make a pool bag to carry your towels and sunscreen and other pool necessities. The bag has a roomy inside, and also pockets all the way around to hold smaller items. … Read More...
DIY Double Pocket Page for Scrapbooks & Planners
Make a double-sided pocket page for your planner or scrapbook by following this tutorial at Simple Stories.
This clever construction by Leah uses patterned paper for the base, and two 4×6 cards to form the pockets.
A really great way … Read More...
Graduation Caps Toppers and Clay
Today my daughter graduated high school so of course I had a grad related polymer clay tutorial picked for the event.
Well, sort of clay. Like a lot of clever ideas for clay, this one uses fondant but would work … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy felt travel jewelry organizer
Hannah from Homesteady shows how you can make an easy travel jewelry organizer out of felt. It has ribbons where you can tie your rings, necklaces, and bracelets, and also a place to store earrings. Across the bottom, a long … Read More...
Project: Stamped Journal Page
Jill Foster’s latest video will teach you how to make a stunning artistic journal page using some fabulous new stamps from Penny Black. Her techniques really give a wonderful hand painted look. Head over to the Penny Black Youtube channel … Read More...
Color Changing Pink and Purple lemonade Slushies and Popsicles
Lemonade season is here and the perfect time to find some scientific fun for the kids to do in the kitchen. The kids will be having fun and learning at the same time. Dini at The Flavor Bender shares how … Read More...
One Tray Baked Salmon
photo credit: Charlotte’s Lively Kitchen
The saying is that one is a lonely number, but when it comes to the kitchen one pan, pot, tray, or dish is the happiest word. Who doesn’t love only having one pan to clean … Read More...
Knit and Crochet for Kids with a Free Ebook from Red Heart
To celebrate the company’s new Baby Hugs yarn, Red Heart has released a free pattern ebook with 11 knit and crochet patterns for babies and little kids up to age 8.
The yarn Baby Hugs is a medium weight, extra … Read More...
Patriotic Fruit Skewers
Here is a refreshing way to enjoy the 4th of July, cheer for USA during the summer olympics, or just to cool off this summer. Giustina from Domestically Blissful created these fruit skewers with a patriotic flair. You can prepare … Read More...
Free pattern: Faviola summer dress
Mayra at So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for her Faviola summer dress. It’s made from a jersey knit and has a mid-length skirt and elbow-length sleeves with a flounce. It’s comfortable enough for errand running, but dressy enough … Read More...
Firecracker Marshmallows
How cute are these firecracker marshmallows for the 4th of July. A fun way to keep the family occupied while waiting for the 4th of July celebration to begin. These marshmallows would be great for the dessert table and even … Read More...
Blueberry Galettes
photo credit: My Kitchen Love
I’m so excited for blueberry season. We still have a few more weeks to go, but luckily we can still get some good berries in the store. I’m definitely making this blueberry galettes this summer. … Read More...
Giveaway- DIY Chalkboard Crafts: From Silhouette Art to Spice Jars, More Than 50 Crafty and Creative Chalkboard-Paint Ideas
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 7th, 2016 and you are in the running for this fun chalkboard craft book … Read More...