Popsicles are a favorite summertime treat. Freeze pops that come in plastic tubes are an easy and relatively mess free way to give your kids a frozen treat. Fynes Designs shows how you can make Freezie Koozies that wrap around … Read More...
Winner: Art Therapy: Mandalas and Meditate: A Guided Journal
Congrats go out to Kathy D. of West Plains, MO as she is the winner of the two books:
Art Therapy: Mandalas: 100 Designs, Colouring in and Meditation
and
Coloring in sheets are a great … Read More...
Peachy Thyme Pops
Warm weather means lots of popsicles and ice cream. The author says you will either love it or hate it. Since I’m not a foodie or food connoisseur, I’m a little hesitant. I like my basic and familiar flavors, such … Read More...
How to make a jellyfish in a jar and 22 more fun kid crafts
Over at the blog DIY Ready there is a great collection of 23 kid crafts including this cool tutorial on how to make a jellyfish in a bottle. I think this is so pretty. I know it’s intended to be … Read More...
Guy’s guide to surviving a trip to the fabric store
Like many husbands of sewing enthusiasts, my sweet hubby will do just about anything to avoid accompanying me to the fabric store. I say the word “JoAnn” and he starts looking around for ways to be busy. But sometimes it … Read More...
8 Quilt Patterns For The Geek In Your Life
Whether your favorite geek loves Star Wars, Marvel Comics, or is a die-hard fan of The Lord of the Rings, there’s something for everyone. Quilting is a great way to show your love and appreciation for someone who is passionate … Read More...
Great Knitting Ideas for Father’s Day
I’ll admit I almost never knit for my husband. He’s one of those guys who is warm all the time, I somehow think he wouldn’t enjoy knit socks and he only wears a scarf (one of mine) when he’s about … Read More...
Decorating Your Craft Projects With Spray Paint
If you like color in your home, but may have a slight problem with wanting to change the colors in your home….frequently, then decorating with spray paint could be a good option. Gone are the days of “tacky” looks of … Read More...
Easy Mason Jar Cocktail Party Favors
Most party favor ideas tend to be centered on suggestions for children, but this DIY mason jar cocktail gift idea would be perfect for an adults-only party. You could make an assortment of cocktails or just choose one to keep … Read More...
Book giveaway twist And Loop US ONLY
Summer is the time to sit on your veranda or your porch and try out a new craft that you can take along with you. The book Twist in Loop by Annie Modesitt shows you dozens of jewelry designs to … Read More...
Free pattern: Girls Victory headscarf
Jenn from A Jennuine Life shares a free pattern for a 1940s inspired Victory Headscarf for girls. You can make it from one fabric for a solid colored bow, or two fabrics for a two-toned bow. Her pattern fits head … Read More...
Rhu-Berry Pie
Doesn’t this pie look beautiful and patriotic. I’ve never been a big rhubarb pie fan, but I think the berries would help sweeten the pie. I may have to see if there are any rhubarb available at our Farmer’s Market … Read More...
Are Steroid Eczema Creams Addictive?
According to this news article, Janelle Norman, started using Eczema steroid cream for a mild case of dry skin and ended up in hospital with peeling skin, yellow oozing abscess all because her body, her skin became addicted … Read More...
Free Patterns – Mason Jars
Haven’t had enough of the Mason Jar craze? Well Julia’s needle designs is giving away these assorted Mason jar Needle Embroidery Files. You can download the file and (many others ) from the free section of her website. Juliasneedledesigns.com.
Summer Sherbet Crochet Planter
These Summer Sherbet Planters are made by Theinspiredwren.blogspot.com. This pattern is not free but it is only 99cents. The pattern is available in a download file here.
Looking for more fake plants to keep alive? We found some more Succulent … Read More...
Technique: Water Coloring Stamps with Distress Stains
Distress Stains
from Tim Holtz are like the other products in his Distress line in that they react with water so there are loads of different technique you can do like this water color technique from Heather Telford. She inked … Read More...
Tutorial: Bias tape and bindings cheat sheet
The bias tape section of the fabric store can be a bit confusing. Single fold, double fold, blanket binding and more, all packaged up nearly the same and all sitting together in the same rack. It’s easy to buy the … Read More...
Hosting A Stock The Garage Shower (For Him?)
Normally, a wedding shower is geared more toward a bridal party, and the bachelor party is for him, but this classy, yet casual shower theme may be a fun change. Keeping the theme centered around things that a man would … Read More...
How To Make Paper Beads For Any Kind Of Jewelry Making
School is almost out of session for most kids, and if you are anything like me, you are looking for ideas to try to keep them busy during the Summer break. If you have a child who enjoys creating and … Read More...
Tutorial: Summer tote from pleather
Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for making a summer tote out of pleather (or leather, if you prefer). It’s a great bag to take along on your summer outings – to the pool or the library … Read More...