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: A Fun Twist on the Traditional Gift Party
Move over blenders and bath towels—it’s time to bring out the power drills and socket sets! If you’re planning a celebration for a groom-to-be, new homeowner, or dad-to-be, a “Stock the Garage” Shower is a brilliant (and slightly cheeky) way … 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...
Water Color Masking Fluid Tips
The ladies over at Adventures in Making are always sharing fabulous craft techniques and ideas! Last month they shared a lot of water coloring tips, including these tips for working with Masking Fluid.
Alison says: “I love playing with watercolors, … Read More...
Tutorial: Embellishing Boxes
Polymer clay makes great embellishments for just about anything. This tutorial is for an air dry clay but the idea works equally well for polymer clay. Use clay in your favourite rose colours to whip up a few embellishments. Arrange … Read More...
Tips: Using the Same Stamp Set 3 Different Ways
Are you using a stamp set in the same way each and every time you use it? Try mixing it up, use the same stamps as a background, as your focal images or mixed with die cuts. Heather Nicols from … Read More...
Tutorial: Braided Zipper Bracelet
Sewing notions don’t always have to be used for sewing. Steph from The Silly Pearl shares a tutorial at Blitsy showing how you can make this braided zipper bracelet. Metal zippers will work best because the shiny teeth stand out … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage hanky pocket tee
Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life shows how you can make this cute vintage hanky pocket tee. It’s an easy and cute DIY project. You’ll need just the corner of the handkerchief, so this is a good project for … Read More...
How To Organize Your Garage In One Weekend
The winter months can take a toll on our garage. Between the changing weather, our vehicles going in and out, and moving things around to get out the holiday decorations, there is a lot more activity in a garage than … Read More...
How to paint on feathers
I think this proves that there probably isn’t anything you can’t paint on. How pretty are these feathers all colorful with fun patterns painted on them. They are perfect for dressing up clothing, accessories, your hair or just about anything. … Read More...
How to Wet Felt a Bird Pod/ A Free Video Tutorial & Hanging Basket Liners
Sally Gulbrandsen on the Hub Pages has to marvelous summer projects for us. One is a Wet Felt a Bird Pod and the other is a Cheap Hanging Basket Liners from Thick Woolen Sweaters. These are perfect to make now … Read More...
Blonde Hair Turning Brassy? Try This DIY Shampoo.
If your blonde locks are turning orange or you just want to lighten things up a little then make this DIY soap bar that contains natural lightening ingredients.
If you are planning on making and using this … Read More...
Free Pattern Hidden Chevron
This free crochet pattern comes to us via Ravelry. I love the flash of color in this scarf it makes it modern with a classic twist.
You can wear it out or keep it hidden. The full pattern is available … Read More...
Try This Fun Technique for Making Pom-Poms Faster
I love a good pom-pom, whether for a knitting project or just for fun — and they’re a great use of leftover yarn. I tend to use a purchased pom-pom maker, but it is a little tedious to make … Read More...
Freebie: Spring Flowers Image
This free Spring flowers in a vase printable from Dover Publications is great for kids (and adults) who like coloring pages or could be shrunken down for a card front. You can download this freebie here.
-Heather
Coloring in sheets … Read More...