One of the complaints I hear most often from new sewists is that printed sewing patterns intimidate them. Any why wouldn’t they, with all that folded tissue (that NEVER goes back into the envelope right), and those charts and tiny … Read More...
How To Make Rose Gold Letters For Your Wedding Or Party Decor
Gold is a pretty trendy color in the wedding area right now, but if you are having a hard time getting on board with the latest fad, you may want to take a look at using rose gold. It gives … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Shirred halter swim cover-up
Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how you can make a shirred halter swim cover-up. You’ll make the dress from a lightweight knight, using elastic thread shirring to create a stretchy bodice. Halter ties keep it from slipping … Read More...
How to Make Inexpensive CLAY KNOBS!
Are you looking to update your dresser, cabinets, or desk but don’t want to spend lots and lots of money? Why not make your own Clay Knobs for under a dollar!? Amy from Delineate your Dwelling has challenged herself to … Read More...
Giveaway: Playing With Surface Design book and set of 24 recycled colored pencils from Tombow
I had no idea there were colored pencils made out of recycled material. How cool is that? Another thing that is really cool, the new book:
Playing With Surface Design: Modern Techniques for Painting, Stamping and More by Courtney Cerruti.… Read More...
Tutorial | How to Make Washi Tape Feathers
If you love feathers and washi tape, this post is for you! These feathers are simple to make and will showcase your creativity. it’s also a great craft to do with older kids. You just need washi tape and scissors! … Read More...
Tutorial | 15 Minute Spring Garland
Pressed for time, but still need some fresh Spring decor? You can whip up this garland using felt stickers in about 15 minutes! Drag out your stash of flet flower and leaf stickers, some baker’s twine and mini-clothespins, and get … Read More...
Go Jelly Roll for a quick quilt
Amy of Stitchery Dickory Dock understands most quilters have limited time yet still wish to give sewn gifts. She shares on her blog her secret weapon. She uses precuts, a Jelly Roll (precut fabrics) in this case. which means piecing … Read More...
Glass Milk Bottles Are Perfect for Serving Drinks at Summer Parties
If you’re over the mason jar trend, consider serving party drinks in glass milk bottles. These cute ones are from Target’s Dollar Spot. Visit Simply Inspired for help planning your next shopping trip.
Here are some other great ways to … Read More...
Tutorial: Emoji purse
This emoji clutch is so fun! Laura from A Beautiful Mess shares a tutorial for making one. It’s made from vinyl, with a zipper on the back and a wrist strap to carry it. You could give it any emoji … Read More...
Edible Clown Hat Cupcake Toppers
Send in the clowns or at least their hats. What a cute idea for a circus or carnival theme party for the kids. These are really easy to make. Buy some cones, cover with melting chocolate and decorate with icing. … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy folded fabric tassel pillow
Lindsay from Shrimp Salad Circus shows how you can make this pillow cover with folded fabric tassels. It’s a great scrap busting project! The folded fabric tassels are easy to make and stitch down. The design is inspired by a … Read More...
Honor Little Graduates with a Dr. Seuss Inspired Party
If you have a child who is graduating from elementary school this year, this party inspired by the popular Dr. Seuss book Oh, the Places You’ll Go! is the perfect way to celebrate the occasion. Children are sure to love … Read More...
Beginning Letter Sounds Sort Game
If you want your children to get more practice with figuring out beginning letter sounds, try this fun and easy game created by Jamie, from Hands on as We Grow. She started out by writing the letters they were working … Read More...
7 Ways To Reuse Old Drink Containers
No matter what types of beverages you purchase at the local market, you most likely have some type of container that you are either saving up for a project, or throwing out. Take a look at this list of 7 … Read More...
10 Tips For Shopping Your Local Thrift Store
We all love to find a good bargain on something, and shopping the local thrift store can sometimes be the best way to get a good deal on something. However, keeping an eye out for a few details while doing … Read More...
Tutorial: Roll-up Minky baby blanket
Carisa Smith shares a tutorial at Andrea’s Notebook showing how you can make this Roll-Up and Go Minky Baby Blanket. Soft and snuggly, it’s a great baby shower gift! Or, give one to a small child as a special naptime … Read More...
More Projects to Knit for Summer
A few cute warm-weather projects have caught my eye recently, and I thought I would share some with you in case you’re looking for some summer knitting inspiration.
I can’t stop thinking about the Tribeca Tunic from Lion Brand Yarn, … Read More...
Video Tutorial – Faux Turquoise Stone
I know everyone enjoyed Mark’s video we featured last week, so I thought I would share another. This time it is for making Turquoise stone using paper and paints. I think smaller versions of these jewelry pieces would look more … Read More...
36 Crochet Afghans For Beginners
If you are new to crochet and want to start with something easy and fun, our Crochet Afghan roundup for the week is perfect for you. We know how important it is to get started with the right pattern and … Read More...