You are forgiven for thinking this is the Edible Crafts blog, this Coffee and Vanilla Latte soap looks like a scrumptious afternoon tea slice. The recipe uses Melt and pour soaps which makes it suitable for beginners too.
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Free Crochet Pattern – Maxi Skirt
We don’t tend to post a lot of clothing patterns but I couldn’t miss this one. The free pattern is for a long skirt that can be layered for winter or free flowing for summer.
Perfect for the Bohemian gypsy … Read More...
Project: Hot Air Balloon Thank You Card
Send someone an uplifting Thank You card with this fun hot air balloon card. I love the watercolor wash background! Visit the Create a Smile blog to watch the video tutorial.
-Heather
Tutorial: Curved zipper wristlet clutch
This clutch bag has a cool curved zipper top. Kim from The Sew Spot shares a free pattern for making it. The small bag is just big enough to hold your out-and-about essentials – keys, phone, wallet, etc. With the … Read More...
Natural Cord Bracelets With Wooden Beads
Hemp cording is a great way to use eco-friendly items in your jewelry making. It’s pretty easy to come by and very affordable. Gather up your stash of hemp cord, some wooden beads and fastening clips and you can have … Read More...
15 Affordable Wedding DIY Centerpieces
I have said it before, and I’ll say it again, planning a wedding is not a cheap endeavour. There are so many costs associated with so many things, and before you know it, you can spend your whole savings on … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a summer playhouse or lounge tent
Sew4Home shows how you can create this cool summer tent. Kids can use it as a base of operations for their summer pretend adventures. Or adults can use it to kick back and enjoy the shade it offers. The frame … Read More...
How to Launch a Blog on a Budget
Today’s post is for the bloggers and for anyone who is thinking of starting a blog! Regina is a blogger who blogs about.. blogging. and tips for creative entrepreneurs. Basically, her site should be your go to source for blogging … Read More...
Project: Deer Card made with Metallic Pens and Stencils
One of my favorite pends to use are the Wink Of Stella pens, they add a wonderful shimmer of glitter to any card and now they also have the Wink of Luna which adds a metallic shimmer, I need to … Read More...
Mini Drop Cloth Rosette Stool Makeover {a $5 Yard Sale Find}
Christy of “confessions of a serial diyer” and you can see a little bit of everything. She features sewing to painting, reinventing to ripping down and rebuilding; with a little bit of craftiness sprinkled in between. You will definitely want … Read More...
Tutorial: Animal washcloth mitts
Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make these adorable animal bath mitts. She shows a cat and a bear, but you can easily make any kind of animal by altering the … Read More...
DIY Baking Kit Gift
I keep seeing these Christmas in July advertisements and recipes on Pinterest for the holidays. When I saw this kit, I thought Christmas gift or birthday gift. I love the idea of spending time in the kitchen with the kids. … Read More...
Tutorial: Mark and sew double ended darts
Double ended darts can create beautiful shaping in a bodice. They look like diamonds or pointy ovals on your pattern piece, usually at the waist in a dress that does not have a waist seam. Because they appear in the … Read More...
Leopard and Zebra Print Decorated Cookie Tutorial
Mary shows you how to create these cute cookies with pictures and video directions. These would be so cute for a little girl’s party or even adult girl’s party. How cute would these be for a gender reveal party. Leopard … Read More...
Knit a Quick Headband for Summer and Beyond
Knitters can sometimes have trouble coming up with projects they actually want to knit and wear when it’s hot outside. They often end up knitting accessories because they are small, easy to carry around as you knit on vacation and … Read More...
Customer Service Tips for Etsy Shop Owners
Do you have an Etsy shop? If so, you have probably done a little bit of customer service. Rebecca shared her tips for rocking your etsy shop customer service on the Creative Income blog.
… Read More...Rebecca says: “Etsy is so successful
How to make giant candy decorations
Yes, my crafty thoughts are turning toward the holidays. You too? Well this tutorial on how to make giant candy decorations out of a pool noodle is brilliant! So have fun with your pool noodle this summer and then turn … Read More...
Tips For Cleaning Your Vents- and Keeping them Clean!!
When was the last time your checked your vents? It’s probably been quite a while, but even during the Summer months, your vents go through a lot. Take a second to look at how clean your vents are. If you … Read More...
29 Ways to Throw an Amazing Inside Out Party
Pixar’s latest hit Inside Out showcases the wide range of human emotions by turning them into actual characters named Joy, Anger, Disgust, Fear, and Sadness. This clever idea made it one of the top summer flicks for kids, which means … Read More...
How to make glass eyes
I know it’s only mid summer but the Halloween decorations are in the stores so that must mean it’s OK to post Halloween craft projects. Over at Make there is an easy tutorial on how to make glass eyes perfect … Read More...