Let’s keep on with the galaxy trend a bit longer! If you want to document the Pluto drive-by, or work on galaxy projects with your kids, you might be looking for some outer space themed papers to work with. Here … Read More...
Tutorial: Clay Stamps
This tutorial from PolymerClayCentral.com works just fine without an extruder but with one it goes so much quicker. The various strands and shapes of strands you can extrude can be laid out to create words and images fairly quickly. This … Read More...
10 Must-Have Adhesives
What are some of your go to adhesives and glues? Rachel, from the Crafted Life, wrote a whole post about her top 10 favorite must have adhesives!
As crafters we pretty much all use some form of glue, so I … Read More...
Free pattern: Baby doll carrier wrap
Know a child who carries her (or his) baby doll around everywhere? Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for this doll carrier that will let her carry it hands-free. It wraps around and ties, just like a … Read More...
Make Your Own Peppermint Extract
I love my peppermint patch and so does the cat. I think the cat prefers it over the catnip! Anyways, I love using the fresh leaves in tea, ice water or drying the leaves for peppermint tea. I never thought … Read More...
Tute: Patchwork Slippers
You can never go wrong with polka dots and patchwork, as Sweet Carolain, of Through the Window, proves with these adorable slippers. She shares on her blog how she made them.
Click the link Patchwork Slippers, to get the … Read More...
No-sew party flags tutorial
Melanie of “You Are My Fave” is sharing her darling (no-sew) party flags and they are easy and fast to make. She was sent a deluxe pack of shimmering Martha Stewart glitter and it beckoned her to create these glitterized … Read More...
Giveaway- Make Garbage Great: The Terracycle Family Guide to a Zero-Waste Lifestyle
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Make Garbage Great: The Terracycle Family Guide to a Zero-Waste Lifestyle
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Leave a comment in today’s post by July 24th, 2015 and you are in the running for … Read More...
Tutorial: Drawstring jewelry pouch
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how to make this fancy little pouch to store your jewelry. It has pockets sewn all around the inside for smaller pieces like rings and earrings. Larger pieces can go in the … Read More...
Knitty Surprises Are Here
I always love Knitty surprise day, because it is, in fact, a surprise to get a couple of new patterns from the web magazine.
This time around (which is still first fall), we’ve got an amazing baby blanket called Dunfallandy… Read More...
Maple Bacon Bourbon Popsicles
For the foodies! Here is a popsicle for you to try. This might go well at a barbecue for the adults. I like the sound of maple and bacon, but I don’t know about it as a popsicle. If you … Read More...
DIY Mini Scottie Dog Decoupage Tray
Today I wanted to share with you guys this adorable DIY Mini Scottie Dog Tray! Katie from Running with a Glue Gun published this tutorial on the Blitsy (a great place to get craft supplies, btw) blog.
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7 Crafts To Help Teach Your Kids About Outer Space
With the recent hype of the studying of our “ex-planet” Pluto, there has been a lot of talk of all things outer space. If you’d like to teach your kids a little more about the solar system, or maybe they’ve … Read More...
10 Craft Ideas From Over A 100 Years Ago
An umbrella playhouse? Or corn starch jewelry? THAUMATROPES?
Whichever idea you like best, you had better check out this amazing list of 10 craft ideas to keep the kiddos happy. All of these ideas were sourced from the turn of … Read More...
28 Bright Ideas For Outdoor Lighting
Do you love spending time outside during these warm Summer evenings? Don’t let the lack of proper lighting keep you from staying out after the sun sets. These 28 ideas are not only brilliant, but can be made with things you most … Read More...
Check Out This Free Way to Make Your Party Look Super Swanky
If you’re strapped for cash, but still want to create a classy look for your party, how about a fresh fruit and flowers ice bucket? This easy DIY is perfect for a baby shower, bridal shower, cocktail party, or any … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy 30-minute serger tutu
The Alpine Fabrics blog has a tutorial showing how you can use a serger to whip up a gorgeous tutu in just 30 minutes. It has a wide elastic waistband, which seems like it would be more comfortable to wear … Read More...
Watermelon Inspired layer Cake
What a great surprise when you cut into this cake! Each layer of the cake is part of a watermelon. I love that they used mini chocolate chips for the seeds. What a great birthday cake for a watermelon lover … Read More...
Transformation Shawl – 1 Shawl Many Styles
This amazing multi functional shawl is the perfect addition to a travelling wardrobe. The shawl can be worn in different ways to change up your look and style. This particular Pattern is not free but can be purchased here for … Read More...
Do This To Your Flip Flops To Look Fashionable
Little girls always look cute in flowers. These summer flip flops have been up-cycled or revamped with a little bit of hooking.
Crochet hooking that is.
Check out the full tutorial here.