As I get into the groove, making little food charms – not quite as small as scale miniatures which is a whole other art form – to add to finished pieces for my show, I’m having a blast. There’s a … Read More...
Easy Ways to Improve Your Etsy Shop and Increase Sales
Hey Etsyshop owners! Here’s a helpful post by the folks over on CreativeLive. For National Craft Month they are running a series of blog posts designed to help makers Make a Profit. This post was all about improving your … Read More...
Cross Stitch Bull Dog Chart
I love the Black and White contrast of this chart but you could change it up to suit your own decor. You can grab the free chart here. The perfect gift for any dog lovers who own a Bull dog. … Read More...
Free Pattern – Barefoot Gladiator Sandals
I am not too sure about these on a baby. I know my 8 year old would love them. I don’t know why but she just doesn’t like shoes. She get’s really sweaty feet so I assume this discomfort is … Read More...
DIY Animal Find It Game For Little Ones
Sunny Day Family has shared their tutorial on setting up this Animal find it game using store bought flash cards. This is a great hands on learning activity for all ages. You can use it for speaking, colors and even … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Fit Bit Accessories
I don’t actually own this little bundle of joy but I know lots of people who do. The only problem when something is so poular it’s hard to stand out from the rest. Here are 20 Fit bit accessories to … Read More...
Project: Floral Bouquet Window Card
This amazing window card was designed by Sharon Harnist. The front of the card has an X cut window opening that opens up to reveal the message inside. Sharon has directions for die cutting the flowers, coloring them with markers … Read More...
Project: Easter Egg Cozy for kickoff
Felicia T. Brenoe of Felicia’s World did a guest post at CT Pub Blog this week to kick off the My Cozy Village Blog Tour. This to celebrate her book of the same name. Take a look.
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Tutorial: No-sew fringed fleece scarf
Petro from Creative Homemaking shows how you can make this simple fringed scarf, with no sewing required. The scarf is made from fleece which doesn’t fray so there’s no need to finish the edges. Yarn fringe adds a fun texture … Read More...
A New Way to Eat Eggs: Egg Brûlée
Coming from the folks at Kitchen Lab, is a new technique to make your breakfasts a little more interesting. Don’t just eat them, Brûlée them. Just make sure to have your blowtorch handy!
Free Easter-Themed Photo Booth Printables
Add some FUN to this year’s Easter pictures with these adorable photo booth props! They are free to download. print onto sturdy card stock, cut out and add bamboo skewers and you’re all set.
Tutorial: 15-minute water bottle sling
Adrianne from Happy Hour Projects shows how you can make a water bottle sling, quick and easy in just 15 minutes. The water bottle sling is perfect to take along on field trips, to sport events, on hikes, or anywhere … Read More...
Tips: Adding Stamping to Your Scrapbook Pages
Over on the Hero Arts bog guest artist Kathleen Graumuller shares some wonderful ideas on how to incorporate stamping onto your scrapbook pages. Stamps can be used to make great borders, all over backgrounds, tiny accents and focal images on … Read More...
Free pattern: Easy hoodie
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for this hoodie that would be great for spring. It’s an easy pattern to sew and would be comfortable to wear out for a walk now that warmer weather is … Read More...
Hosting a Color and Sip Party
Paint and sip parties are super fun, but they can be kind of pricey and a bit intimidating for your non-crafty friends. That’s why a color and sip party is such a great alternative. Invite friends over for wine and … Read More...
Free pattern: Easter Bunny soft doll
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a free pattern for making this Easter bunny soft doll. He’s got long bunny ears, long bunny arms and legs, a yummy felt carrot. And because all bunnies need fluffy tails, he’s also got … Read More...
Carrot Rolls
Have a little fun with your kids meal leading up to Easter. These fun sandwiches look like carrots, but are made with crescent dough. You can fill them with your favorite sandwich filling. These would be cute at an Easter … Read More...
Easter Egg Cupcakes with Jelly Beans
Here are a really simple Easter decorated cupcakes for you and the kids to make. If you don’t have the confidence to make those cute bunny tails on cupcakes, you can’t go wrong with mini jelly beans
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Featured Recycled Artist- Danielle Clough
What a fun and pretty idea to embroider on a recycled tennis racket. Fiber Artist Danielle Clough has created a whole collection of floral art on this unusual surface. Pop on over to her site to see more of her … Read More...
In what ways do you use essential oils around your home?
Essential oils are a great all-natural method for many things. Not only do they aid in many healthcare properties, but they also work for cleaning and sanitizing. In fact, there are essential oils in many products you use every day … Read More...