Bookends are such a great invention, don’t you think? They keep your bookshelves organized and can also function as a pretty cute decor piece. There are plenty out there you could buy, but we’re all crafters here so I know … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled oilcloth pillow covers
Sew4Home shows how you can sew up some pretty oilcloth pillow covers for your front porch or patio. Each one is made from three fabrics and is reversible to get two fun looks from one pillow cover. Because oilcloth is … Read More...
Free Chart – Superhero WOW
Finding Cross stitch patterns that suits a boys room is really hard. I am sure your teenage boy isn’t going to grumble over this design. You can grab the free chart from Durene Jones. Check out her Etsy page too … Read More...
Tatted Tree’s Pattern
I am not sure where I would use this as yet, but I know it’s beautiful and I need to save it for later. What are some ideas of where I could use it?
Book Review – Dream On Amber
Dream on Amber is a fun, inspirational book aimed at kids growing up without a father, but really, anyone can read this fantastic book by Emma Shevah.
Here is a quick preview of the blurb! ( the back of the … Read More...
Cure Your Own Cold – Cold and Flu Tea Infusions
These ice cubes can be stored in the freezer for the duration of your cold, so you will only need to make one batch up.
Start by taking enough water to fill your ice cube tray. Every tray is different … Read More...
Crochet Stars Garland
This tutorial is for a Crochet Stars Garland. This would look adorable in a child’s room. I especially love the use of tassels.
You can grab the free pattern and tutorial here. Crochet Star Garland.
Cluster Waves Blanket Pattern
The Cluster Waves baby blanket is sure to lull your little one to sleep. Easily crocheted in Caron One Pound yarn, the cluster waves pattern is easily stitched. Cluster Waves Blanket Pattern
Looking for more Patterns for blankets? Check these … Read More...
Knit a Bookmark that Looks Like a Yarn Ball
Did you know April is National Public Library Month? We go to the library at least once a week, so we don’t need any special time to celebrate it, but if you haven’t been to your local library in a … Read More...
Tutorial: Pixie Cup scrappy fabric basket
These Pixie Cups by Heidi from Fabric Mutt are the cutest!! They’re also an awesome scrapbusting project. She shares a tutorial showing how you can make them. Use them on your desk for pencils and pens, or in your bathroom … Read More...
Project and Template: Good Luck Clover Card
Wish someone good luck with this amazing clover shaped shaker card. The Marianne Designs blog has free downloadable template for the card and shaker sections, along with project directions. Click here.
-Heather
Looking for supplies to make your own Shaker … Read More...
Great Gift Idea: Make a “Start A New Hobby Kit”
Are you looking for a fresh DIY gift idea or something creative to donate as a silent auction item? Check out this fun “Start A New Hobby” kit that Stephanie, from the blog Swoodson Says, made!
Stephanie made hers an … Read More...
Tutorial: Curved top tote bag
The curved top sets this tote apart! Petro from Creative Homemaking shows how you can make one. It has a zipper closure and boxed bottoms, and sturdy corded handles. The stripes and the colors in hers looks very nautical to … Read More...
Secret Tools for Coloring Success
Sometimes I color just for fun and I am not trying to be a perfectionist or to turn my coloring pages into art. However sometimes I am doing just that and I want my coloring pages to look just right, … Read More...
Tutorial: Sculpt a Clay Poppy
Here’s another good tutorial from KalinkaPolinka. It’s in Russian but you can see Google’s idea of a translation here. The pictures are so excellent you may not need the written directions anyways.
At the beginning the author mentions the … Read More...
Tutorial: Wall pocket organizer
Svetlana from S.O.T.A.K. Handmade shows how you can make a wall pocket organizer. Hang it in your home office or by your door to help get a handle on all those papers that are part and parcel with running a … Read More...
Project: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Card
Cowabunga Dude! Know a kid who loves TMNT? Here’s an amazing card made by Melissa Banbury using punched shapes to form those cool turtles. Visit her blog Porch Swing Creations for her step by step directions.
-Heather
Tutorial: Hexie pincushion
Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shares a tutorial for making this sweet hexie pincushion, because you can always use another cute place to park your pins. She uses a small metal tin for the base. You can usually find … Read More...
How to Make DIY Wall Decor (From Your Junk Drawer!)
Yep, you read that right- Art! from your junk drawer! Everyone has a junk drawer right? Well, it’s time to clean it out and make some fun decor in the process. Jess from Make and Do Crew shared how she … Read More...
Tutorial: Sling back flip flops
Flip flop season is almost here! Are you ready? Caroline from Sew Caroline shows how you can transform a cheap pair of flip flops into fab sling back flip flops. They’re super easy to make from a pair of cheap … Read More...