Hop on over to the Stempeleinmaleins blog for a great back to school project. It’s a fun pencil holder made with pattern paper and stamps. Click here for directions and a free template.
-Heather
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Make Your Own Coil Crimp Ends
There are many ways to finish the end of your jewelry pieces, but coil ends are quite a trusty option. This tutorial from The Cerebral Dilattante shows just how you can make and use them in your own jewelry making.… Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew magnetic leather pen clip
Make a leather pen holder to clip to your notebook or journal! Sahana from Vikalpah shares a tutorial showing how to do it. There’s no sewing required, though you can do like she did and use a wood burning tool … Read More...
What Modern Scrapbooking Looks Like
… Read More...Scrapbooking has grown and evolved since back in the day when I started this wonderful hobby (2000!). I’ve learnt that for me, changing along with the hobby has kept my interest in it thriving. So I definitely loved this perspective
Key Lime Pie Milkshake
When you don’t have time to sit and enjoy some pie, turn it into a milkshake and take it on the go. This key lime pie milkshake will be your new favorite drink this summer to enjoy on those last … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Add color and little extra length to a plain tee
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you add some color to a plain t-shirt. It’s also a clever way to add a little extra length to a shirt that might have shrunk up in the wash. It’s a super … Read More...
Tutorial: Make gorgeous throw pillows from placemats and napkins
Placemats and napkins aren’t just for setting a pretty table. You can turn them into beautiful pillows! Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns shares a tutorial for this quick and easy project. If you want to make a … Read More...
How to Make Lemon Ginger Honey Tea
With school started for some and getting ready to start for others, we already need to start thinking about colds. It is amazing how quickly the cold season starts up as soon as school starts. It is never to early … Read More...
Mason Jar Pasta Salad Shaker – A Clever Lunch Idea Worth Trying
Every now and then I come across a food idea that’s less about the recipe and more about the method, and this mason jar pasta salad shaker absolutely falls into that category. It’s one of those simple-but-smart lunch ideas … Read More...
Video tutorial: Single Scoop zipper pouch
Dana from MADE shares a video tutorial showing how to make her Single Scoop zipper bag. The round bottom zipper pouch is sooo cute! A little strap lets you carry it like a wristlet. You can make it from fat … Read More...
How to make a recycled book knife block
If you like the look of vintage books and are looking for an interesting way to incorporate them into your home in useful and decorative ways this knife block 
could be for you. Pop on over to the link Michelle … Read More...
5 Minute Strawberry Shortcake in a Jar
If you are looking for a quick healthy dessert, give this strawberry shortcake in a jar a try. It is low carb and gluten free. The best part is it only takes 5 mins. to make. Maya from Wholesome Yum … Read More...
Stitch up Some Medals for Olympics Pretend Play
If you have little kids you know how much they love to pretend, and if they’re watching the Olympics they probably want to pretend they’re winning medals, too.
You can stitch up some easy medals for them to play with … Read More...
Homemade Blueberry Toaster Strudels
I remembered the first time I had a toaster strudel, it was heaven. Of course it was, because it was a hand pie for breakfast. And who doesn’t like to eat pie or cake for breakfast. As we prepare ideas … Read More...
Crochet Flower Bookmark
This adorable flower bookmark is perfect for gift giving and Charity stall fundraisers. This free crochet pattern is perfect for a Teacher gift or for gifting to school friends and loved ones. Everyone needs a bookmark right?
DIY Sun Print Paper Garland
For this tutorial you are going to need Light sensitive paper
. You can grab it via Oriental trading or even on ebay.
Here is the full tutorial as well as links to buy the special paper. Basically you put … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging jewelry organizer
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew a hanging jewelry organizer. The organizer includes ribbons to hang your bracelets and necklaces, and mesh panels where you can clip your earrings. The whole thing hangs from a clothes … Read More...
Inspiration: 10 Cards with the Same VW Bug Car Stamp
When you buy a stamp it’s nice to think you can get a lot of use out if it with different options and ideas. The Darkroom Dark stamps blog is sharing over 10 different cards with lots of different styles … Read More...
Robots Quilt Tute + Free Patterns
What kid wouldn’t love to see their artwork come alive in a throw that will last for years to come? At the center of each modified Log Cabin is a child-drawn Robot character. Such imagination!
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Tutorial: Knit pencil skirt for mamas and girls
Lauren from Right Sides Together shows how you can make a knit pencil skirt for yourself and for your daughter. Now mamas tend to have curves, while little girls do not, so she gives separate instructions for the mama skirt … Read More...