Editors Note: Mikado sticks are a favorite Japanese kids treat. Today, we are fortunate to have Sharon Heinrich, a food blogger from Paris talk about how she made these sticks at home. Sharon’s Instagram account was recently named by Food … Read More...
5 Ways to Make Your Child’s Birthday Absolutely Amazing
If Pinterest gives you anxiety attacks, fear not. You can still create a memorable birthday celebration for your child even if your crafting skills aren’t picture perfect. Amanda, from Dirt & Boogers, shows you how in a post filled with … Read More...
Tutorial: Polymer clay fruit sewing pins
Jill from Snugglebug University shows how a bit of polymer clay can take plain sewing pins and make them cute fruit sewing pins. So cute you’ll want to keep them out just to look pretty. The polymer clay can be … Read More...
Help with Knitting Socks that Fit
It’s rare that I write about a knitting book before I’ve read it or even seen it, but I’m super excited about Kate Atherley’s new book, Custom Socks: Knits to Fit Your Feet
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The book, as you can imagine, … Read More...
Vanilla Candles To Make Your House Smell Homey
Vanilla is a timeless fragrance that has been a staple in the world of scents for centuries. Its warm and comforting aroma is often associated with home, baking, and the comfort of a mother’s embrace. The mere mention of Vanilla … Read More...
Oh Hillary You Have Thought Of Everything
Hillary has not forgotten us crafters in her latest campaign. These Cross stitch style Cushions are available for $55.00 each. I think I would have preferred to see this as a cross stitch kit made available for crafters to … Read More...
Beads and Stitches Me Oh My
I just love the texture in this project by Aimee. The embroidery is embellished with a beaded circle around the outside. You can really let your creativity shine with a little experimenting and a little bravery too. Here is Aimee’s … Read More...
Marbled Shaving Cream Art
I don’t know about you, but I am always looking for fun and unique ways to paint with the kids. If you feel the same way, check out this fun painting tutorial shared on What Do We Do All Day. … Read More...
Free pattern: Play-All-Day Dress for girls
The Play-All-Day dress is a free girls’ dress pattern from It’s Always Autumn. The simple lines of this dress show off a pretty fabric print. And, like the name suggests, it’s comfortable enough for a full day of play. It’s … Read More...
Easy and Classy DIY Wedding Favor Gifts
Looking for a fun yet classy way to make your own wedding favor gifts? This post from The Idea Room has some beautiful ideas that your guests will love and can actually use! Take a minute to look through this … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Mug bag that holds a mug and a tea bag
This mug bag allows you to carry everything you need to make a good cup of tea – including the mug. Red Brolly shares a tutorial for making it. Inside the bag is a padded compartment to hold the mug, … Read More...
What Does Your Business Card Design Say About You?
If you have got a handmade business, or a business of any sort really, there are times when you will be giving out your information to someone and for that it is super handy to have some business cards to … Read More...
Free SVG Cut Files | Cookware
Are you always scrapping about food? Or that perfect cup of coffee or tea? Family get-togethers and other occasions always involve some kind of meal right? Do you like to make mini-books and cards with a cooking element? How about … Read More...
Project: Faux Pewter Card Accent
Head to your pantry instead of your craft stash to make cool metallic accents for your cards with a faux pewter embellishment made of tin foil. The All Free Paper Crafts site has a template and instructions for making a … Read More...
Free pattern: Baby mitts
Stacey at From-A-Box shares a tutorial at Gracious Threads showing how you can make these baby mitts. They’re made from soft knit fabric and help a baby from scratching their tender baby skin. They don’t require large pieces of fabric … Read More...
Hidden Veggie Crock Pot Sloppy Joes
Sloppy Joes is one of our favorites on a busy week night. I’ve never hidden any veggies in mine because we usually have a side salad. You can never have too many veggies as far as I’m concerned. This might … Read More...
18 Signs You might be a Blogger:
Do you have a blog? Well, I do and I came up with a list of 18 things you might do if you’re a blogger (more specifically a DIY blogger).
I posted the list on my own blog, Punk Projects … Read More...
Felt Apple Brooch Pattern & Tutorial
Lark Crafts has this sweet downloadable PDF pattern for this adorable brooch by Lisa Jordon. The Apples are coming in and we are all ready for them. What fun it would be to make one for the little ones to … Read More...
Easy DIY Cone Lantern
Learn how to create simple paper cones to construct this easy paper lantern by following this tutorial from Amy at Delineate your Dwelling!
When I first saw the photo above, I have to admit, I thought something along the lines … Read More...
School uniform friendly PDF sewing patterns
For many parents, back-to-school shopping includes school uniforms. While there are plenty of retailers that stock them this time of year, purchasing them is probably the easiest option, but it may not always be the best option for everyone. Sometimes, … Read More...