I saw a post that this was coming out…I really got excited about this one. It’s a direction I’ve been looking to for awhile now. Ta da! Here’s the book that will help you learn this very useful and versatile … Read More...
Technique: Highlighted Stamping
Jennifer McGuire has a super cool but super easy stamping technique on her blog. She stamped an all over background and then used white stamping ink and sponge to make a light highlighted area in the center of her card, … Read More...
Free pattern: Flowing Free Toddler Dress
Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for her Flowing Free Toddler Dress. It’s a a loose fit tunic dress that’s great for play time! It has an A-line shape, with gathers at the front shoulder for a … Read More...
Skinny Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake Bars
I love when a dessert recipe has the word “skinny” in it, that means I can eat my dessert with less guilt. At least that is what I will tell myself, when I eat more than one bar. Great dessert … Read More...
Pattern Designers Who Allow You To Sell Your Work Using Their Patterns
Do you sew using pdf patterns found online? Do you sell the handmade items you have made using those patterns?
Stephanie from Swoodson Says rounded up a list of PDF pattern designers who encourage and support handmade sellers to use … Read More...
Big, Bulky Yarn is Still in
Fall knitting season is definitely upon us, and the stories about fall fashion trends are starting to come in now that New York Fashion Week is done.
I hear from Glamour (because it’s the first place I looked) that neon … Read More...
Nutella Crepe Cake
I found and posted a 25 layer cream and crepe cake that looked heavenly. Now I have found it’s sinful counterpart using Nutella. Sorry fruit tart, you may not be the star of my birthday anymore. Who needs pancakes for … Read More...
Tutorial: How to turn corners with decorative stitches
Decorative sewing machine stitches are easy to sew when you’re just making a straight line, but what to do when you want your decorative stitching to turn a corner? Now it gets tricky! Don’t worry, though, Sew4Home has some help. … Read More...
Ultimate Spin Art Machine DIY
Did you ever make spin art as a kid? Well, here’s a secret- You don’t have to be a kid to make it!! That’s right, even you can make spin art!
Mark Montano posted a tutorial on how he made … Read More...
Cheese Bombs with Beer Cheese Dip
As with grocery shopping, looking for recipes when you are hungry is not a good idea. I’m pretty sure these would have spoken to me, even if I wasn’t hungry. Just look at the gooey cheese pouring out of the … Read More...
You’ll Never Guess What You Use To Make These Adorable Fall Acorns!
Fall decorating has got to be one of my favorite things to do. The textures and colors are absolutely wonderful, and because of such, there are so many options of things to craft with. This adorable acorn craft is not … Read More...
7 New Ways to Love a S’more
S’mores are the perfect fall party food. They’re cheap, easy to make, and universally appealing. But, the basic combo can get a little boring. This fun list of suggestions from Citrus and Cream will add a little pizzazz to your … Read More...
Tutorial: Halloween ghost button art
Ashleigh from Living Off Love and Coffee shows how you can create this cute Halloween ghost button art. There’s no sewing required, just buttons and glue. It uses mostly white buttons, which I always seem to have an overabundance of … Read More...
And the lucky winners are…………
I’ve really enjoyed reading through all the crafts our readers are planning on making this holiday season, you are such a crafty bunch! And now, drum roll please…………..the 10 lucky winners of the Close to My Heart “Reindeer Bells” stamp … Read More...
Christmas Candy Tree Decorations
I am really torn between Halloween posts and Christmas posts at the moment. I know I like to be super organized when it comes to Christmas crafts and I hope I am not the only one. If you are starting … Read More...
The Truth Behind Why Your Child’s Teacher Wants All Those Glue Sticks
I remember wondering this from time to time myself. Not just on glue sticks though. In fact I think the 4 boxes of tissues we had to take in were my breaking point.
But then last year my daughter told … Read More...
DIY Kardashian Style – What Happens When You Dress Like A Kardashian For A Week?
Firstly let me just say this about Miss Kardashian, I know 90% of you hate her.
Sally Holmes, an Editor at Elle.com thought she would find out what it was like to dress like Kim Kardashian for a week. I … Read More...
This Home-Made Butter Will Change Your Life And Your Health
You may have realized by now that I am becoming slightly obsessed with Turmeric. This Home made butter is going to change your life. Imagine putting something on your toast that will actually make your body feel better. This DIY … Read More...
Free Pattern – Spotty Baby Blanket
Love this alternative styled Baby blanket from Lion Brand. Instead of the cutesy baby patterns this one is a little more grown up and a whole lot more funky. You could change the colors to suit your decor but I … Read More...
How to make a headband holder
I was so surprised when I saw what the base of this headband holder is made of. I want to tell you but I think it’s better if you pop on over to the blog Rain on A Tin Roof … Read More...