With the start of school, comes the start of the fall sports and weekly team dinners, dance classes and all other extra curriculum. This is a great meal that you can make the day before and also a great meal … Read More...
Sea Creatures, Tutorials
This is a real treat for us there are patterns that you can download one is of Sigmund the octopus, Shasha the Seahorse and super cute sea creatures. These adorable creations come from Alice host of futuregirl. What’s says summer … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Half apron with jumbo pockets
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making this half apron with jumbo pockets. It’s an easy project, something a confident beginner could make. The apron is gathered on to a waistband, with big pockets sewn all around the bottom to hold … Read More...
30 Summer Freezer Meals
Okay, actually there are only 15 meals, but the blogger doubled the recipes to make it 30. Either way, the weather is hot and the last thing we want is to turn on the oven. Some days, it’s too hot … Read More...
6 Knitting Patterns For The Doctor Who Obsessed Fan
Allons-y, knitters! Are you ready to embark on a journey through time and space with the Doctor? Whether you’re a Whovian yourself or know someone who is, these 6 knitting patterns are the perfect way to show off your love … Read More...
Would You Paint Your Washer & Dryer?
Getting a brand new washer and dryer may not always be within our budget, but if you are looking for a way to breathe some new life into your laundry room, this may be a great option. Painting a washer … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a Boho dress from a sheer curtain
Nadya from Dushonok shows how she made this lovely sheer Boho dress out of an old curtain. You can layer the floaty A-line dress over a slip or, like she did, shorts and a bandeau top. The fit is loose … Read More...
Cotton Candy Layer Cake
Cotton candy layer cake for me? An adult? Yes, please! Fair season is in full swing and we always get the largest bag of cotton candy before we leave. It is easier to carry to the car, than the fried … Read More...
Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Support Bottle Holder
For those of you who know me you know that Breast Cancer has affected our life.
This free Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Pattern can be adapted to suit any of the causes that use the “Ribbon” symbol.
You can find … Read More...
Freebie: Solar System Download
Poor Pluto, so much fuss about him recently but he’s still not a planet 🙁 But you can download all the “true” planets and the sun over at the Crafty Chicks, this free download is great for kids projects or … Read More...
DIY Woven Coasters
It seems like anytime I share a link to something related to weaving (such as this hula hoop rug project and this branch weaving project), they seem to be very popular. That is why when I found these woven … Read More...
Ladybug Korker Hair Clip Tutorial
Do you have a little girl who just loves wearing accessories? This lady bug hair clip can add the perfect whimsical touch for any little one and is especially fun during these last few weeks of Summer. Head over to … Read More...
Replacement Ideas For Those Over Used Wedding Trends
Weddings are one of those things where we tend to follow the trends. It’s fun to get caught up in what everyone else is doing, while trying to put your own personal touch on things as well. However, there are … Read More...
5 Tips for a successful first Craft Show
**Today I am so excited to be featuring guest poster, Carmen Whitehead, who is here sharing some of her best tips for a successful first craft show!**
Congratulations! You’ve decided to do your first craft show! After making wonderful … Read More...
Indie Artist Interview- Julie from ACCROchet
Hey guys, today I am excited to have Julie from ACCROchet here as part of my Indie Artist Interview series! Julie’s website is packed full of stylish crochet patterns both available for purchase and some freebies! Let’s get to know … Read More...
Popsicle Stick DIY Knitting Loom
This is such a great project on two fronts. First, it makes use of popsicle sticks and therefore, costs next to nothing.
Second, it is by Heidi, our ex-Indie Crafts Editor!
And oh, it’s practical too! It can help kids … Read More...
DIY: Moon Phase Wall Hanging
Continuing along with my space-y theme here’s a neat idea: a moon phase as a wall hanging. The marbled black and white clay is very effective visually and I like the idea of the moon phases being charted out. … Read More...
DIY Donut Push Pins
I just had to share this fun tutorial on how to make donut push pins using air dry clay! Lindsay from the blog Baby Bug Journals posted the tutorial and I think it is just so so SO cute! She … Read More...
Tips: Layering Papers
Do you hoard papers like I do? I have several stashes of scrapbooking paper that I really don’t want to cut up and use on projects because it’s just too pretty to use! Or sometimes I have pattern papers that … Read More...
Surprise Strawberry Shortcake Cupcake
I love strawberry shortcake! I can eat it with a biscuit, sponge cake or even angel food cake. There are some people that don’t like it. This might be my new favorite way of eating a strawberry shortcake and might … Read More...