Amber of A Little Bit Biased celebrates her finished vintage-inspired quilt with a photo shoot of it outside in a setting as beautiful as the quilt itself. She used a single block, the “Single Wedding Ring”, then repeated it to … Read More...
Tutorial: Speech bubble chalkcloth pillow
This speech bubble chalkcloth pillow can say anything you want it to say! LiZ and Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. . show how you can make one. I love this idea! The sewing is pretty simple, but it makes … Read More...
Roundup of Cinco de Mayo Party Ideas
If you’re planning anything fun for Cinco de Mayo, The Crafting Chicks have compiled a wonderful roundup filled with bright and colorful decorations, favors, and free printables. My personal favorite is the pinatas, but there’s something here to fit almost … Read More...
Chocolate and flower bouquet perfect for Mother’s Day
I was looking around for some Mother’s Day ideas and this one caught my eye. It’s a classic combo of flowers and chocolate but I can’t say I have ever seen the chocolate in the center of the flower. Pop … Read More...
Churro Cupcakes
Since the weather has been so cold, it’s really hard to believe that it will be the first of May next week. I’m getting into the spirit of Cinco de Mayo early, because I need to think warm weather, sandy … Read More...
Learn the Right Way to Pick up Stitches for a Button Band
One of the biggest problems knitters have when knitting sweaters is accurately picking up the right number of stitches evenly across the garment when working the button bands on a cardigan (or a neckline, for that matter).
Kelbourne Woolens has … Read More...
Leather Rocks! No, I mean Literally
I love leather and you can show off your leather love with these leather wrapped rocks. Leather Rocks! This necklace creates a statement piece and also provides an alternative to wire wrapping your rocks, stones or gems. Here is the … Read More...
DIY Coffee and Coconut Soap Sticks
I love this tutorial by Fall for DIY. The contrasting colors are amazing and I can almost smell the hint of coffee coming through my screen. I like the idea of soap sticks. Sometimes the thought of “sharing” soaps kind … Read More...
Free E-book – Whimsical Pillow Patterns
You’re not going to want to miss out on this amazing freebie. All 8 whimsical pillow designs are available in one fantastic e-book. Visit Redheart for the free download. I have to say whilst they are all adorable the Little … Read More...
Last Minute Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
“Ellison Lane” is sharing some awesome last minute Mother’s Day gifts for us to make. My favorite is the oven mitt pictures above. I am sure that you will be able to find several gifts that appeal to you to … Read More...
Freebie: Pillow Box
Elizabeth from Paper Pass Times has dimensions and direction for making a large pillow box from a 12″ x 12″ piece of cardstock. She decorated her box with gardening themed stamps and filled it seed packets and gardening gloves. What … Read More...
DIY Mini Foosball Table
Next time your kids start complaining about being bored, pull out a shoe box, some clothespins, and a few basic craft supplies and teach them how to make this fun foosball game. Becky, from U Create, came up with this … Read More...
7 Knitting Patterns For Your Pet
Welcome to our roundup of knitting patterns for pets! Our pets are just as much a member of our families as our own children and spouses, and they deserve to be treated with the same love and care. These patterns … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Tiny duffel purse
Are you in need of a new purse that is both stylish and practical? If so, you’ll love this tutorial from Erin at Sew, Mama, Sew on how to make a small-scale duffel that can be carried as a purse. … Read More...
Make Your Own Kokedama String Garden Displays
If you are looking for a new and unique way of displaying your plants, maybe even a statement area for your garden, then you may want to look into kokedama. The art of kokedama is a beautiful Japanese technique of … Read More...
DIY Reversible Wood Table Top Tutorial
If you’re a blogger or an indie artist, you’ll know that taking good photos is always extremely important! Here is a great idea for taking better blog and product photos. Mike from Semi Sweet Designs shared how he made his … Read More...
DIY Textured Clay Focal
The tutorial is for a Fimo bracelet – simple but striking – but I think the same techniques works equally well for a necklace. The focal would either be front and center, dangling or have a few friends with it. … Read More...
Winner: Map Art Lab, Jill K Berry stencils, scissors, washi tape and more!
Congrats go out to Alice C. of Ore City, TX as she is the winner of
Map Art Lab by Jill K. Berry and Linden McNeilly (see a bunch of the inside pages and projects here)
Ombre Felt Flower Ring
Have you been thinking about what to give mom for Mother’s Day? Why don’t you try one of these adorable Felts flower rings? Tracey of Helena and Ali has instructions for two types of felt flower rings. Make her beautiful … Read More...
Technique: Stenciled Brick Background
Over at the Eclectic Paperie blog Kim will show you how to make an realistic looking brick background using stencils, embossing paste and paint. This makes the perfect backdrop for stamped images like she used on her beautiful mixed media … Read More...