I won’t say this is the perfect crochet round-up for boys as I know some girls who would love these patterns too. Including my own little girl who won’t wear pink and this week has added Purple to the “no … Read More...
Happy Thanksgiving!
8 Ways To Scrapbook Your Tropical Vacation
Did you have the perfect vacation last Summer? Maybe it was a few years ago, but you’re still needing to get the photos in your scrapbook. Or, maybe you are planning one in the near future. No matter the situation … Read More...
7 Financial Things You Should Talk To Your Soon-to-Be Spouse About Before Getting Married
Yes, a wedding is a very wonderful and special time. Things can go perfectly and just as you dreamed, but don’t forget that a marriage is not just about the actual wedding day. There are certain things you should talk … Read More...
Book Bracelet Tutorial
Finding a fun and unique bracelet is something most all of us strive for. This idea takes a “statement piece” to a whole new level. What do you think of this book bracelet tutorial? Is this something you would make … Read More...
10 Ways to Scrapbook Fall & Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving to my American friends! Once you’ve enjoyed all the good food and time with your family and friends, your thoughts might turn to scrapbooking the fantastic day you had. I’ve got you covered! here are 10 wonderful ideas … Read More...
Tutorial: Button Christmas ornament
Karen from Karen’s Up On The Hill shows how you can make this button covered Christmas ornament. There’s no sewing required. I’m loving it from pearly white buttons. It looks romantic and shabby chic like that, but for a different … Read More...
Hot Chocolate Fudge
Hot chocolate is a staple during the winter months in our house. It’s sweet comfort in a mug of warmth and chocolate. We also enjoy the frozen hot chocolate in the summer months. This could help make hot chocolate a … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux fur blanket
This faux fur blanket is so beautiful! Erin from Sewbon shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. You can line it with any type of fabric. The plaid that she uses looks to be either a shirting … Read More...
Leftover Thanksgiving Hand Pies
When you had to get a bigger size turkey than you wanted. First Thanksgiving fail of 2015, there will probably be more with my skills! Pray for my family they are fed before midnight. Apparently, everyone is buying turkey breasts … Read More...
5 Craft Show Must Haves
Holiday Craft Show Season is in full swing! I went to a craft show this past weekend and saw so many fabulous indie artsits. Are you doing any craft shows this season? If so you may want to check out … Read More...
Handmade Hanukkah Decorations Help You Prepare for the Season
If you’re looking for unique Hanukkah decor ideas, Better Homes & Gardens has created a slideshow with over 20 Hanukkah crafts. There are suggestions for sophisticated projects, as well as simpler items kids can make to get into the holiday … Read More...
Recycled object Christmas tree
How fun would this be to create an object Christmas tree with the whole family? Ask everyone to gather up some of their favorite objects. It would be so easy to do with pegboard or the adhesive hooks that don’t … Read More...
Free pattern: Curlicue Christmas stockings
Sew4Home shares a free pattern for these fanciful Christmas elf stockings with curlicue toes and harlequin pointed cuffs. Make them from prints or solids, with a monogram or not. Finished stockings are roughly 16″ tall.
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Peppermint Nog Protein Shake
With the holidays, you need a little extra energy boost. What a great drink to get you into the holiday spirit while you battle the others on Black Friday. I prefer to stay home and sleep in. This will be … Read More...
Product Review: Four Monks Cleaning Vinegar
I recently had the opportunity to do a product review for Four Monks Cleaning Vinegar, and I’m here to tell you, I AM HOOKED! If you’ve ever cleaned with vinegar before, you know the properties it holds to be able … Read More...
Use Yarn Scraps to Make Cute Wreath Ornaments
Even if you aren’t knitting gifts for everyone on your list (and I’m here to tell you that way lies craziness) it’s still fun to give a little homemade something with your gifts. Whether it’s making candied pecans or your … Read More...
Congrats…
Shartl, you’ve won the Nov. Paper Pumpkin kit giveaway! Please respond to the e-mail I’ve sent. And thanks to all who entered!
-Heather
Stitch Fetish Art – Where Erotica Meets Craft
Ellen Schinderman is the curator behind this Stitch Fetish. A collection of stitched Erotica pieces. Obviously we can’t show you too much or the complaints will come rolling in to my e-mail faster than advertisements for Penis enlargements.
You can … Read More...
Stop Bitching & Start Stitching
I think the image above is pretty self explanatory. You can grab this free chart by heading over to Xstitchcrazy.com and downloading the chart here.