Nothing like a child’s growth spurt to create piles of too-small clothes. Gathered Threads shows how you can turn a pair of outgrown pants into a cute new bag. You’re only using the top portion of the pants so this … Read More...
Simple Patterned Glass Vase
Create added interest this summer for your flower display by adding your favorite scrapbook paper to a glass vase! Amy from Delineate your Dwelling shared the tutorial for making this gorgeous glass vase and she makes it look so easy … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a Hole Pendant
Angelique put a tutorial online a bit ago for a dramatic pendant made of “holes” or, in this case, circles and holes. A combination of clever cutting and baking on a curved surface creates a great lentil pendant. For added … Read More...
Tutorial: Jeans too short? Turn them into a jean skirt
Back-to-school sales are starting soon, so that means it’s time to assess your kids’ wardrobe to see what still fits and what needs passing on. Not all clothes that are too small need to be donated, though. If your daughter … Read More...
TUTORIAL: MAKE A POM-POM WALL HANGING
Lisa Tilse of “we-are-scout” is a Sydney-based designer, crafter and maker. Her former blog, the red thread had a loyal global following. Step back into the 70s with Lisa and create this beautiful pom-pom wall hanging. She said that this … Read More...
Free pattern: Mod circle cape wrap
The Pattern Pattern Etsy team shares a vintage project sheet on their blog for making this wrap-around cape. It’s made as a circle, with holes cut in for the arms. If you make it from a heavy fabric it would … Read More...
Strawberry Sunburst Cocktail
I love strawberry lemonade and this one has a little kick to it. There is a recipe for strawberry lemonade after the cocktail or you can buy some at the store. I’m thinking another way to use up those fresh … Read More...
Casting Call for DIY Show
HEY DIYer’s!Have you ever wanted to be on TV? I wanted to let you guys know about a fantastic opportunity! JS Casting is working on a new show and is looking for a new talent for a major cable design … Read More...
How to make a hot glue and rhinestone mask
It can be so fun to use something unexpected like hot glue
at the base material and not just to stick stuff together. Pop on over to the blog Klaire De Lys for the video tutorial on how to make … Read More...
Leftover Yarn to Gorgeous Loom
Using an embroidery hoop, some assorted yarn, and a plastic needle, the clever folks at CraftsUnleashed have made this simple, but gorgeous loom that will be fun to make with the kiddos.
This is a great project to do with … Read More...
Free pattern: Leather sandals for a newborn
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin is bringing us yet another swoon-worthy baby project, and this one is almost too cute to handle! She’s sharing a free sewing pattern to make the tiniest, sweetest pair of leather sandals for newborns—and … Read More...
Chewy Cheddar Homemade Dog Puppy Puffs
Our furry friends are our babies! You all seem to enjoy the past items for your pups, so here is another treat. Make sure you mark them for the fur babies, because these look good for snacking. Great treat after … Read More...
Free Cross Stitch Charts – Animal Friends
These two free charts are rather cute. Whether you like puppies or kittens there is a chart for you. Nice and simple with a lovely quote.
You can download the PDF charts here. Animal Lovers Cross Stitch Chart.
Henna Inspired Glass Votives
Henna votive candles are a beautiful and unique way to add a touch of elegance and warmth to your home decor or special event. They are also a great gift idea for friends and family who appreciate handmade crafts. Creating … Read More...
Throw Blanket – Honeycomb Waves
Love the colors in this amazing throw blanket titled “Honeycomb waves”. The amount of color changes that must have gone into this blanket is amazing.
The full pattern can be found here: Honeycomb Waves Throw Blanket Afghan Pattern.
Looking for … Read More...
Create a Gnome Door – Outdoor Decor
This magical DIY will show you how to make a gnome door! Alison from Dream a Little Bigger created this little gnome door that you can put at the base of a tree for a fun fantasy seen. I think … Read More...
Treat Your Kids to Minion Munch Snack Mix
Who doesn’t love the Minions? With their movie scheduled to hit theaters this Friday, I imagine many of you will have children planing Minion-themed birthday parties in the near future. This Minion munch recipe from Sunshine and Hurricanes would be … Read More...
Help Pacifica Yarn Company Launch its Made in America Yarn
Over the holiday weekend, the people behind New Stitch a Day and the 30 Day Sweater launched a new project, called Pacifica Yarn. This will be the first “house yarn” for their new online yarn shop, Argyle Sheep.
They … Read More...
Shark Cootie Catcher
I remember making these “cootie catchers” or “fortune tellers” when I was a child and I even remember teaching my kids how to make them so when I ran across this printable one shared by Andreja, from Easy and Peasy … Read More...
Giveaway and Freebie: The Artful Mandala Coloring Book
Yesterday I brought you a review of the brand new coloring book for adults, The Artful Mandala, click here for my review if you missed it. And today we’re got three copies of the book to giveaway!
To be … Read More...