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No matter what type of summer party you’re planning, you’ll find great tips to help entertain with less stress in this roundup of clever party hacks. My favorite suggestion is cooling drinks with frozen water balloons instead of messy ice … Read More...
While building a real campfire can be fascinating — and dangerous — for kids, they can build one of these miniature campfires with no worries. All you need is on old CD (or anything sturdy and round), some small rocks, … Read More...
Think outside the box (or maybe I should say paper :)) and take your stamping into other crafting areas but using them as a template. For instance stamped images can be sewn over for embroidery designs or used as a … Read More...
If you or your significant other are an avid book fan, and you want to encorperate your love of reading into your wedding décor, then this post can give you some help. With 43 ideas, you can find many different … Read More...
Katie from Running with a Glue Gun guest posted on my blog, Punk Projects with a fabulous tutorial. I’m hoping that your not getting tried of the galaxy trend yet because I still love it, and I love these galaxy … Read More...
Years ago dads may have escaped from diaper duty, but modern dads are expected to change their fair share of dirty diapers. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to make a diaper clutch that dads won’t … Read More...
Amy of Diary of a Quilter made this mini quilt from leftover scraps from other sewing and quilting projects. Measuring a mere 15″ square, not only is this thrifty, but it will sew up fast too. She shares on her … Read More...
Berta of “mommy like whoa” is a native San Diegan and a wife and mother. She has a tutorial for this brilliant pink Poppy. You can use these beautiful poppies to decorate anything. Make a gorgeous bouquet they would be … Read More...
Turn a half-square triangle on its side and this is what you get, says Karin of Leigh Laurel Studios. She adds,
Crisp coral and white on-point triangles add a pop of color to any summer decor.
She whipped up this … Read More...
Denise from DIY Crush shares a tutorial for making a pretty shirred fabric layered waistband. The waistband is shirred before it’s applied to the dress. A ruffle at the bottom of the waistband gives it a layered look. She shows … Read More...
Somehow I missed doing a knitting in the news roundup last week, and now I’ve got a bunch, so we’re going to do it lightning round style. Knitters are doing awesome things all over the place!
Like the Mad Hatters… Read More...
I received a wonderful surprise in the mail from Entenmann’s! First, I would like to note that I am not being paid by Entenmann’s and the opinion listed below is my own.
If you have not picked up a box … Read More...
We all love to craft, that’s why we love this site. However, we also love to be able to save a little money while perusing our hobbies, and this post from the blog Little Red Window shows us 20 crafts … Read More...
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for their Retro Diner Bucket Bag. It’s a sleek structured tote with a cool chevron accent. They used sparkle vinyl just like you’d find covering the seat cushions of a retro diner. On the inside it’s … Read More...
I have embellished umbrellas with Duck tape and lace but this list of 10 ways to repurpose umbrellas really has some innovative uses for the fabric part and the framework like this project that features the frame used to display … Read More...
How thoughtful would it be to be gifted one of these cold and flu baskets next time you are sick? Okay so the honey bear
is what makes it cute, but it’s totally practical too. Apart from the fresh lemon, … Read More...
This Mason Jar Door Hanger is an Appliqué pattern. Unfortunately it’s not a free pattern but thought I would share it as it is adorable. You can check out the design over at Hangtodryapplique.com.
This colorful rainbow oozing, color flowing, smile inducing blanket pattern is free. You need to rummage for shades of bright yarn if you are to achieve the same look as this but it’s amazing! Free Harlequin Blanket Pattern.
Whether you’re looking for last minute Memorial Day ideas or thinking ahead to your Fourth of July celebration, this roundup of 100 patriotic recipes, crafts, and decor ideas is sure to please. There are ideas suitable for almost any type … Read More...
Cute little gnomes are popping up in gardens every where and also on cards. Shake up a little fun with this adorable Gnome shaker card filled with colorful sequins. Laura from Card Making is Fun has a video tutorial on … Read More...
