You can stamp on many different surfaces but did you know you can also use stamps along with an etching solution on copper and get some really stunning results? These etched pieces can be used in jewelry and mixed media … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Heart applique coffee sleeve and a printable gift card
Know someone who loves coffee? A coffee sleeve would make a nice gift for them, especially if there’s a gift card
to a favorite coffee shop included. Emily from Simply Notable shows how you can make a coffee sleeve. The … Read More...
10 Tools Every Scrapbooker Needs
What would you say are ten tools that every scrapbooker needs? I think this list probably varies from person to person depending on their scrapbooking style and approach. Emily from Love, Pasta & a Tool belt shares her favorite 10 … Read More...
Snow days | Snowball quilt block
Last week, the southern United States got enough snow to justify full-on playtime. Five inches of the fluffy stuff in my hometown gave all of us the rare opportunity to sled and pitch snowballs. The same weather event made its … Read More...
Bacon Wrapped Cheese Stick
This one is for the bacon and cheese lovers! As with all parties, there has to be at least one dish with bacon. It’s a little too much for me, but I’m sure this will be a hit for some … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt gift card envelopes
Little felt pouches likes these are a cute way to present a gift card. Menucha from Moms & Crafters shows how you can make one. They’re sewn by hand so no sewing machine is required, though you if you did … Read More...
Project: Decorated Coffee Bag
Know a coffee lover? Here’s a fun gift to make for them, decorate the front of a bag of coffee with stamps and die cuts. The U Cut @ Home blog has a video tutorial with all the details.
-Heather
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Have you started your menu planning for Super Bowl Sunday? The Super Bowl is like the holidays, there are certain foods that you got to have for the celebration. Most of that is messy and greasy, but this buffalo chicken … Read More...
Tutorial: Sleep Tight Dreamcatcher from scrap fabric and yarn
Julie from 627 Handworks shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make her Sleep Tight Dreamcatcher from fabric and yarn. It’s all made with wrapped fabric and knots, so you don’t have to sew a stitch. If … Read More...
New Release: Teeny Tiny Valentine Card Kit
If you’re doing classroom cards, a card exchange with fellow stampers or need some cards for co-workers or neighbors this Valentine’s Day this Teeny Tiny Card kit is just the thing. It’s got supplies to make 25 small stamped cards … Read More...
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with At-Home Spa Treatments
Although Galentine’s Day is not yet a national holiday – despite a hilarious effort by the TV show Parks and Recreation – that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate Feb. 13 with your favorite girlfriends. On the day before romantic … Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycle an outgrown top into a new shirt
It’s always a sad day when your kid outgrows a favorite shirt. But if what makes the shirt favorite is a graphic or applique, there is a solution. Just move the design to a new shirt that fits! Jamie from … Read More...
How to make recycled book page oil cloth
Oil cloth is a versatile and pretty fabric great for protecting all sorts of things. I never thought of trying to make it myself but you can! Pop on over to Design Sponge where they have a tutorial on how … Read More...
DIY Valentine’s Day Take Out Boxes
Learn how to make these adorable take out boxes to pass out sweets and treats for Valentine’s Day using this tutorial by Andrea at The Beautydojo! Andrea uses take out boxes (you can get these at party stores, or … Read More...
Free pattern: Pom pom toque
Melanie from The Littlest Studio shares a free pattern for this pom pom toque. It’s an easy style to make, and super cute with a giant pom pom on top. It’s lined so you can just roll up the bottom … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Quickie – Conversation Heart Candles
We shouldn’t really put the word quickie and Valentines Day together but I can’t help myself. This quick 5 minute craft is the perfect last minute gift idea for someone you love. They are so quick to make that you … Read More...
An Amazing Way To Update An Old Lamp
Even lamps get cold and need a pull over right? Actually this lamp cozy or cover is the perfect way to add a eclectic feel to a dresser or night stand. The tutorial/pattern is easy to follow and can be … Read More...
Is this Going Too Far? Principal Sets Dress Code For Parents Drop Off
Kate Chisholm has decided that the standards at her UK School “Skerne Park Academy” are slipping down the drain. It’s not because of the children but the mums at drop off. (Read Article here)
Head Teacher Kate has sent a … Read More...
Knits for You and Your Valentine
Are you looking for a unique and special way to show your love this Valentine’s Day? Knitting a beautiful handmade gift for your special someone could be just the thing to make the day extra special! Knitting is an incredibly … Read More...
Tutorial: How and where to measure your body for sewing
Properly fitting garments start with accurate measurements. And you’ll never get accurate measurements if you don’t know how and where to take those measurements. Heather from The Sewing Loft has a tutorial telling how to do it.
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