Matched (or unmatched) stripes are one of those things you don’t necessarily notice until you start sewing. And then mismatched stripes stick out like a sore thumb, and matched stripes are like a little slice of bliss. Olu from … Read More...
Tip: Doodled Flower Card Accents
The Spectrum Noir
blog has a great card embellishment idea using flower die cut shapes. Color them with markers and then use a fine tip black marker to doodle around the edge of the shape and add a pearl or … Read More...
2 Patriotic Wreath Tutorials
Serena of “Naptime Crafting” has two beautiful patriotic wreaths for you to create. One is made with a Styrofoam wreath form and felt stars with a navy ribbon with white stars on it. The other is on a straw wreath … Read More...
Knit a Bow Tie for a Dog
Last week I told you about a woman knitting scarves for dogs; today I have a sweet pattern for a little bow tie for a dog. This is a great little scrap project for your dapper doggie and … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew sequin scissors tee
This sequin scissors shirt shows everyone just how crafty you are. Hanna from Pearls & Scissors shows how you can make tone, with no sewing required. It’s easy done with sequin trim and fabric glue. You can draw any simple … Read More...
Kimiake & Shin-ichi Higuchi – Glass Artists on Daily Art Muse
This is just beautiful glass art! Pate de verre at its finest. The artists Kimiaki and Shin-Ichi Higuchi were profiled over at Daily Art Muse the other day. But you must see their web site to see the extent to … Read More...
Giveaway: Floral Blocks to Knit and Crochet
Congratulations to Donna.
They say that April showers bring May flowers, but where I live the May flowers have been getting rained on quite a bit lately. So I thought it would be fun to share some flowers of the … Read More...
11 ways to make rain chains- 1 with cookie cutters!
I have a downspout that is in desperate need of a rain chain 
so I was searching around looking for ways I could make one. This collection of 11 ideas is just what I needed to give me all sorts … Read More...
Giveaway and Discount on Paper Pumpkin Monthly Card Kits!!
If my monthly reviews and giveaways of the Paper Pumpkin kits from Stampin’ Up have gotten you curious about trying a subscription for yourself well now is the time to give it a try! Starting Tuesday May 12th through June … Read More...
8 MORE Tutorials For Making Your Own Backyard Games
A while back we brought you a post of 8 tutorials for making your own backyard games. Well, it’s about that time of the year when your kids will be out of school, and the family reunions will begin. If … Read More...
DIY Glass Potato Chips
Where have I been all these years eating normal boring potato chips!
These glass potato chips will transform your next party into a hot topic of discussion of how you made these chips using your creative skills (and Pinterest :)).… Read More...
Tutorial: Custom basket liners
Baskets are an easy and inexpensive way to organize a space. Fabric liners can add color to your baskets so they coordinate ith your room’s decor. They also help keep the baskets clean. Many baskets come with liners, but you … Read More...
Graduation Pretzel Pops
These Pretzel treats are the perfect addition to your Graduation party or dessert table. These Graduation pretzels
can be wrapped up and handed out as little class gifts too.
Once you have a process line going, these are very quick … Read More...
Upcycled Candelabra Planter
I don’t know about you, but I love the look of a unique, yet beautiful planter. This DIY is no exception. It’s both unique and beautiful, and because it’s an “upcycle” project, it’s very low-cost if not almost free (depending … Read More...
Coconut Oil Shampoo Bar
This coconut soap is actually a shampoo bar. Shampoo bars are a great alternative to liquid. I don’t know about your kids but mine see liquid and they think “eww let’s see how much we can spill”. I have lost … Read More...
Are you using the right Keywords On Pinterest?
As a craft business owner, you know that getting exposure for your products can be a real challenge. With so many other businesses vying for attention in the crowded marketplace, it can be difficult to stand out and get your … Read More...
Crochet Wash Cloths You Need To Make
This collection of washcloths comes to us via Patchworkposse.com. I am sure you will agree using these everyday is sure to bring a small to your face. Check out all the links on the Patchworkposse page and come back and … Read More...
Card Making Technique: Bright Water Colored Card
Get a bold pop of color by using bright waters colors with stamps embossed on kraft paper. The Card Maker Magazine blog has all the details for getting this pretty look.
-Heather
Puzzle Pieces For Teaching Sight Words
I hope you aren’t tired of me sharing resources that help teach sight words. For some reason, it seems I have been finding a lot of them lately!
This sight word activity comes from Kim at The Pinterested Parent. You … Read More...
Free pattern: Flouncy Bouncy Skirt
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for making her Flouncy Bouncy Skirt. It’s a great everyday skirt – a knee-length circle skirt with a drop waist and made from a knit fabric. The drop waist fits close … Read More...