Shake up someone Valentine’s Day with this lovely shaker heart embellishments. The Pine is Here blog has directions for die cutting, stitching and stuffing them, add them to cards, tags or treat bags for a fun touch. Click here for … Read More...
Tutorial: Clear vinyl quote totes
These clear vinyl quote tote allow you to change your message whenever the mood strikes you. Just print a new quote and replace it in the inside pocket. Dana from MADE created them for her daughter’s space-themed birthday party, and … Read More...
Shutter Washi Tape Organizer
Looking for a unique and fun was to organize your washi tapes? try this idea from Crafting in the Rain. She used an old shutter and paper clips to store and display all her tapes. This is a simple and … Read More...
Police Box Cheater Cloth
Kristi, aka Bohemian Bear, designed this cheater cloth with quilters in mind. The panel is four sections each with a British Police Box in the center. Offered at Spoonflower, if you go with their Basic Cotton Ultra fabric, you can … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt palm leaf pillow
Laura from A Beautiful Mess shows how to make it. The felt palm leaves are easy to cut out free hand once you see how to do it. The pillow base is also easily made from white cotton fabric, making … Read More...
Ice Shot Glasses
How cool would it be to host your own ice bar with these cool ice shot glasses. Set up the fire pit,rent some heat lamps, and make sure your guests dress warm. Maybe turn the air conditioner on extra high … Read More...
Tutorial: Letter Shaped Storage
These are adorable and the perfect start to great personalized gifts. The tutorial uses air drying clay but the process would be similar for polymer clay. I like the simple, plain colours but you could, obviously, go crazy with … Read More...
Free pattern: Knotted baby hat
I love a knotted hat on a baby. They’re just so cute!! Kerri from How Does She shares a free pattern and tutorial for making them. The stretch knit hats are easy to make. Sew up a bunch of them … Read More...
Cinnamon Sugar Snowflakes Snacks
Remember making snowflakes out of paper as a kid? Maybe you and your kids had fun doing that this year for the holidays. It’s been a while since we’ve made paper snowflakes, but I’m liking this idea from Jackie at … Read More...
16 homemade paint brushes for all sorts of effects
This list of 16 things to use as paintbrushes would be great for artists of all ages. What a fun way to experiment with different painting effects and brush strokes. Pop on over to the blog Babble Dabble Do for … Read More...
Free pattern: Cat butt Valentine banner
Here’s a project that only cat lovers will understand. A cat butt Valentine’s banner. It’s a free pattern over on my personal blog, Orange Bettie. I’ve got 5 cats at my house so we see lots of cat butts! And … Read More...
How to Make Maple Syrup Snow Candy
I’ve never heard of maple syrup snow candy before, but we are definitely going to try it with the upcoming snow storm. We’ve made the snow ice cream before and it is delicious. You can have fun with snow inside … Read More...
These Mini Pinatas Are the Perfect Party Favor
I’m not a fan of most party favors, since they tend to be cheap plastic clutter I end up tossing soon after the event. But, these mini pinatas are adorable. Every kid I know would be thrilled to take home … Read More...
Unbelievable Craft Ideas You Can Make With Your Glue Gun
A glue gun can be a crafter’s best friend. There are so many possibilities with that little tool that you probably never even imagined. Honestly, when you think about a glue stick, it’s just melted down plastic. How many things … Read More...
Tutorial: How to knot your thread for hand sewing
As much as I sew, I still have a hard time putting a knot at the end of a thread. That doesn’t matter when I’m sewing on my machine, but of course hand sewing pretty much always requires a knotted … Read More...
100+ Star Wars Free Printable Coloring Pages for both Adults and Kids
If you’re a fan of Star Wars and love coloring, then combining the two would be a dream come true! The iconic droids from the Star Wars franchise have become fan favorites, and now you can bring them to life … Read More...
BB – 8 The Force Awakens Crochet Pattern
This really is a regrettable post as I can honestly say I am totally over Star Wars and all its paraphernalia. My child goes around the house humming the music and feels the need to “explain” to me in great … Read More...
KnitBits: Mum Knits Her Son, Jessica Jones Knits, Charities for Knitters and More
It’s hard for parents when their kids get past the cuddling and talking to us stage, so one mom of a tween boy took the matter into her own hands and knit a suit that looks like her son.
She … Read More...
Review and Giveaway: The Coloring Studio
The Coloring Studio is a new publication from Stampington and Company that focuses on the huge trend of adult coloring books. Inside you’ll find over 50 coloring pages from many different artists with a large variety of styles … Read More...
The Complete Guide to a DIY Wedding
Planning your own wedding can be a very fun time. It can also be very stressful. Let us help you take those stress levels down a notch with this helpful post from the blog Lydi Out Loud. DIY weddings are … Read More...