In a knitting group that I belong to on Facebook, someone recently asked what the big deal is about cowls. Why would someone knit a cowl instead of a scarf, she wondered.
Personally, I like the fact that all your … Read More...
Skinny Sugar Cookie Bites
These bites are really raw cookie dough made without eggs and some healthier ingredients. Roll your way into their hearts with these sweet treats. These would be perfect to make with the kids as Valentine treats at home. Of course, … Read More...
45 Paper Plate Crafts to Make for Valentines!
This is the ultimate list of 45 Valentine crafts for kids made out of paper plates. Cheap, cute AND easy, what more could you want? Stef from Non Toy Gifts put together this round up, which includes simple crafts for … Read More...
How to make perfect felted balls
This is just a brilliant reuse of a common kitchen item. If you like felting or pom poms this is a great way to make perfect felted balls. Pop on over to the blog 365 You Can Handcraft for the … Read More...
Stop! Read this post before you throw out your denim jeans!
Denim jeans are one type of clothing that lasts for quite a while. Especially considering how often it is worn and the wear and tear it takes. However, it will eventually wear out. Before you toss out that pair of … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy cowl neck fleece poncho
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a tutorial for this cowl neck fleece poncho that’s super easy to make. It takes just two seams to make one! The fleece is soft and warm, and the cowl will … Read More...
Mardi Gras Masquerade Sugar Cookies
It’s almost time to dig out those beads for Mardi Gras and these cookies will make a great addition to your party. Of course, these cookies will be cute for a princess party, or a mystery party. Let Kimberly Ann … Read More...
DIY Watercolor Journals
These DIY watercolor
journals are perfect for personalizing your own stationary for class, home or office. Water color techniques are sure to stay around as they are simple designs and colorful too. You can find the full tutorial here are … Read More...
Project: Copper Pendants
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...