Here are some new ideas for those lunchboxes for school or maybe you need some alternative ideas for the rest of the summer. I can get bored of the same meal all the time. There are some people that could … Read More...
8 Ideas To Have A Perfectly Crazy Minion Party
The minions are a huge hit right now, not only for kids, but adults too. If you are planning a minion party in the next while, these 8 ideas are sure to help out! We love each of them, but … Read More...
12 Best Cake Recipes
Who doesn’t love cake? If you’re looking for the perfect dessert to serve at your next party, there are several fab options in this link roundup from Kleinworth & Co. I’ve made the ice cream brownie cake before and I … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy fix for a too tight tank
Mary from Sew Much Love, Mary shares a fix for a tank top that fits too tight. Or maybe it’s not too tight, it’s just got a closer fit that feels dated and you want a loose fit top. She … Read More...
Geeky Hooker’s Adorable Crochet Superhero Patterns
Every year, the geeky hooker, AKA, well.. the geeky hooker (as she doesn’t reveal her true name), crochets some of these cute little creatures based on, you guessed it, comic books. And she then drops them around the annual … Read More...
Freezer Corn
There is nothing like fresh sweet summer corn! I wish we could have it all year round, but in Maine that isn’t possible. You can freeze that corn and save it for those winter months. I’m going to buy some … Read More...
Crochet A Bed For The Homeless With Plastic Bags
Making roll-up mats for the homeless using recycled materials, such as plastic shopping bags, can be a rewarding and meaningful way to give back to your community. These mats can provide a comfortable and durable surface for homeless individuals to … Read More...
Tire umbrella holder
I bow down to the clever crafter who came up with this combo, a tire and umbrellas. Yes, you see right, but wow does it look cool! I like how the umbrellas look like the spokes of a wheel in … Read More...
Knitting for the Fair: Hearts and Dalas Mittens
Ever since I got out of 4-H nearly 20 years ago I have wanted to start making things for the fair again. I know a lot of adults who do it, and they make some beautiful things, and while being … Read More...
Project: Pirate Bottle
Ahoy Mateys! This fun pirate themed bottle could be used instead of a card as a wonderful invitation to a pirate themed party or for a birthday card for your favorite swash buckler! You could also change it up and … Read More...
Jellyfish in a Bottle
Forget about just amazing the kids with this cool project, adults will be amazed too! Besides being amazed with how this jellyfish looks, they will also be amazed at how easy it is to make. All you need to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage hankie burp cloths
Melissa from Polkadot Chair shows how you can make the sweetest burp cloths using vintage handkerchiefs. They are backed with a soft and absorbent chenille and trimmed with ric rac around the edges. You can usually find vintage handkerchiefs at … Read More...
51 Tutorials For Making Beautiful Jewelry
Do you love making jewelry, but seem to be in rut with ideas? Maybe you are just looking for some fresh ideas for something new to try. This post from Flamingo Toes has over 50 ideas of DIY tutorial you … Read More...
Tutorial: Binder pencil pouch
Becky from U Create shares a tutorial at Riley Blake Designs showing how you can make this binder pencil pouch. It’s a zippered pouch with grommets so it can be stored in a standard binder. It has a clear vinyl … Read More...
DIY Convertible Harvest Apron / Produce Bag
If you have a garden, you are going to LOVE this idea! I’m in the process of moving, so I don’t currently have a Summer garden, but once I get moved and do have my garden again, this is on … Read More...
7 Easy Steps to Repeat Customers on Etsy
This post from Kim at Everything Etsy is a fabulous read if you have an Etsy shop, or are thinking about starting your first etsy shop!
Kim shares her 7 tricks for getting repeat customers. She suggests not only treating … Read More...
Two Ways to DIY a Smash Book Scrapbook
If you’re looking for a simple way to document family memories, especially during the busy time that is summer vacation, check out these two tutorials explaining how you can make DIY Smash books. Smash books are simpley notebooks that you … Read More...
Tutorial: Soft blocks for baby
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shares a tutorial for making a set of soft baby blocks. They’re a classic baby toy and the perfect baby shower gift, especially when you don’t know the gender of the baby. She makes them … Read More...
Protein Lover’s Trail Mix
We do a little hiking here and there and this looks like a good trail mix in addition to the one I already make. Sometimes you need that extra kick to make it up and back down the mountain. This … Read More...
DIY Indigo Dip Dyed Dish Towels
Do you want to try the easiest way to do indigo dying? Dip dye flour sack dish towels for a gorgeous blue and white contrast. This tutorial was shared on the Alice & Lois blog, written by twin sisters Sara … Read More...