It can be really expensive to eat out. We try to keep it to once on the weekend for a treat, unless we are out of town. Chinese food is something my daughter is always craving and we don’t have … Read More...
Book Review: Great Knit Sweaters for Guys Big & Small
I have never knit a sweater for my husband. When we first got together — almost 20 years ago! — he didn’t really ever wear sweaters, and while he does now, he tends toward lightweight, fine-gauge garments that would be … Read More...
Sriracha Candied Bacon
Time to kick your bacon up a notch with some spice! Bacon is good, candied bacon is heaven and now it can be sweet and spicy. Are you drooling yet? If you are a Sriracha sauce
lover, you may have … Read More...
Make a Cute Reusable Wooden Birthday Banner
In today’s disposable world, I think there’s something charming about party decorations that can be used again and again. That’s why I love this reusable wooden birthday banner. The colors can be customized to fit the birthday girl or boy’s … Read More...
How to Use Etsy Conversations
As Etsy shop owners do you use the Conversations feature much? “Conversations” (or “convos”) is Etsy’s internal messaging system. It’s a really useful tool for communicating with customers and other sellers within the site.
There are set etiquette rules to … Read More...
Recycled envelope windows for journals and scrapbooks
Looking for printable journaling items? Check these out on Etsy.
Kit Kat Nachos
Are you ready for a sugar high? Make a plate of these Kit Kat Nachos for dessert. Is this some thing you could handle? Maybe in my younger days! Your family or guests will either love it or think you … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy button tufted pillows
Sometimes the simplest things are the most striking, especially if you make them in bold or fun colors. Erin from Sugar & Cloth shows how you can make these simple button tufted pillows. Solid fabrics in a high contrast palette … Read More...
Easy DIY Felted Dryer Balls
Here is a great tutorial by Annette Browning on making your own dryer balls from wool yarn!
What exactly are Dryer Balls? Here’s how Annette describes them:
Basically, they are balls made of felt which you use in your clothes … Read More...
Decorating Your Home With Tree Stumps
We’ve all see the decorating idea of using a tree stump section for a cake stand at a wedding or party, but the rest of these 18 ideas will leave you wondering why you’ve never brought this element of the … Read More...
Stitching On Paper Is It A New Idea Or Old?
This article by All Things Paper shares links from different artists about stitching on paper. It is thought of as a new medium but it has actually been around since before the war when artists stitched on to old postcards. … Read More...
The Top Store Bought Face Masks
There is no doubt that DIY face masks are better for you but I know that sometimes DIY is just not possible. Here is an article explaining to you which store bought sheet style face masks are the best. Which … Read More...
Free Printable Lunch Box Fruit Cup Labels
Are you wanting to add a little fun to your child’s lunch box? How about these free printable labels for the top of fruit cups. You could buy them in a big batch and add the labels in bulk so … Read More...
Tips and Techniques: The Versatility of Vellum
If you’re not familiar with vellum it’s a semi translucent paper that is very versatile and can be used in lots of different ways on cards and with different stamping techniques. You can stamp on it, heat and dry emboss … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging zipper pouches
You can hang these zipper pouches from a hook or a keychain, thanks to the grommete in the corner. Mandy from Fabric Paper Glue guest blogs at This Little Street shares a tutorial for making them. Use them for school … Read More...
Inspiration for a Rustic-Opulent Wedding Theme
Rustic weddings are a pretty popular trend right now, and if you are looking into putting some of that charm into your décor, you won’t want to miss this post of the perfect rustic-opulent wedding theme. Their whole wedding was … Read More...
Polymer Clay Bangle Bracelets
Years and years ago I used to make bangle bracelets from clay. I cut and shaped aluminum strips into cores and carefully covered. They were a little touchy to do but pretty art jewellery. I’ve been pondering cuffs and bangles … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Curved skirt apron with button accents
Sew4Home shares a free pattern for making this pretty apron with a curved skirt and button accents. I’m also loving the angled pockets trimmed out with decorative scalloped stitches. If your machine doesn’t make this stitch, you could also sew … Read More...
Leprechaun Knitting Patterns
St. Patrick’s Day is coming up soon, and in the past I have shared knitting patterns with shamrocks and a variety of Aran patterns for you to stitch up for the holiday.
This year I thought I’d look to see … Read More...
Peanut Butter Flourless Chocolate Cake
Here is a simple cake that look decadent with the swirly decorative topping. Since it is flourless, it is also gluten free. If you have nut allergies, maybe use a different product or replace the peanut butter with white chocolate. … Read More...