With spring just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about gardening and home improvement projects. The Merrythought shows how yo u can make a waxed canvas tool apron to keep your gardening or other tool handy while you’re … Read More...
Feature Friday: Lali Blue
Today’s Feature Friday post is the Etsy shop Lali Blue. The shop specializes in handmade pieces of jewelry that are reminiscent of childhood memories, classic tales, and fantasy dioramas. Not only are they simply gorgeous, but they have a certain … Read More...
20 Valentine’s Day Photo Ideas for Family & Kids
Looking for a fun weekend photography project? Try these 20 Valentine’s Day photo ideas for kids and family. Cute and adorable photography shoots using backgrounds, props of kisses, love, hearts, cupid baby, balloons.
Tutorial: Candy Cutie patchwork softie
Susan Cousineau from Sweet Chic Design shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew showing how to make her Candy Cutie softie. She’s a cute little patchwork softie you can make from your fabric scraps. The tutorial includes the templates for … Read More...
Caribbean Pork Roast Slider
If you are still putting together your Super Bowl Sunday menu, you may want to add these sliders. As much as I like the typical food we devour on game day, I like to add something new to the table. … Read More...
Dump and Bake Overnight Mac and Cheese
This is perfect for those crazy nights! No prep ahead needed, just dump everything into the pan and throw it in the oven. Even better, you can make the night before! Whoever comes home first just needs to heat up … Read More...
Tutorial: Glitter and sequin Valentine’s heart pillows
Glitter and sequins make these Valentine’s heart pillows sparkle. Mark Montano shows how to make them on his blog. Outline a heart applique with glitter, or just glitter the whole thing, or – my favorite – write the word Love … Read More...
Game Day Easy Lasagna Dip
Nothing better than comfort in dip form. This warm lasagna dip is brilliant and perfect for Super Bowl Sunday or movie time on a cold winter day. Maybe even start out with this dip for a romantic at home dinner … Read More...
Book Review: Knit Scarves and Shawls Now
I’ve been enjoying the discussion on the giveaway post this week and seeing that a lot of people are knitting a lot of cowls.
But for those who aren’t, maybe this book will prove more interesting. Knit Scarves and Shawls … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy knit nightgown for kids
Cheryl from Sew Can do shows how you can make a child’s nightgown. Her tutorial includes how to make a pattern by tracing around a t-shirt that fits your child, and then how to sew the pieces into a cute … Read More...
Rose Cupcakes
I would much rather get these beautiful rose cupcakes than real roses. My hips disagree with me. Stef from Girl. Inspired. has another frosting tutorial to share with you. She will teach you how to create these rose cupcakes and … Read More...
How to use an embroidery hoop to weave
Weaving is a great way to create art and use all sorts of fibers and fabrics both new and recycled. This idea for creating a loom with an embroidery hoop and weaving in a spiral looks like a great way … Read More...
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with these Gorgeous Paper Lanterns
Homemade paper lanterns are a fabulous addition to your Chinese New Year celebration, but they also make lovely decorations for all sorts of parties. Most paper lantern tutorials online are designed for children, but this project results in a more … Read More...
Hugs and Kisses Bark
Chocolate bark is one of the easiest chocolate treats to make. I love it because you can make it last minute and add whatever you want to it. Beth from Hungry Happenings also made some chocolate X’s and O’s to … Read More...
Tutorial: Car seat strap covers
Car seat straps are not exactly made of comfortable fabric, and that makes sense because they’re designed for safety. But you can add fabric strap covers to make the straps more comfortable against baby’s skin. Kerri from How Does She? … Read More...
30 Free Star Wars Valentines to Print
Stef from the blog Non Toy Gifts rounded up a collection of 30 Free Star Wars Valentine Printables that she found around the web and is sharing them with all of us! Featuring both new and classic characters, These free … Read More...
Cross Stich Bear Chart
This free Valentine’s day Chart is beary cute. Frame it or add it to a greeting card for a special handmade Valentine’s Day Gift.
Bear With Heart Valentine’s Day Chart.
Looking for more Valentine’s Day Cross stitch patterns and … Read More...
Valentine’s Heart Treat Pouch
This treat pouch is perfect for candy, cash or diamonds. (hint hint) Use felt and fabric remnants to create this simple but elegant hand stitched pouch. Perfect for beginners.
It’s All About The Hearts – Beanie Pattern
It’s all about the hearts and love this week with Valentine’s day just around the corner. We managed to find another amazing Heart inspired pattern for you to make. This Heart Beanie pattern is available here at Melodys-makings.com.
Looking for … Read More...
Boil Your Roses And Make This For Your Face
Boil your roses to DIY your own Spa Treatment. Make A Rosewater Toner using this metod and recipe. You can find all the step by step instructions as well as beautiful floral photos here. Rose Water Toner Recipe.