Vintage aprons don’t have to be worn just in the kitchen. Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life shows how you can make them part of your wardrobe with her cute vintage apron back tee tutorial. She replaces the back … Read More...
Reclaimed Wooden Tea-light Holders
Check out these reclaimed timber Tealight holders, aren’t they beautiful?
Reclaim Design came about during a trip to India and a session of brainstorming in a coffee shop in Mumbai. Nix and Michael wanted to do something that reflected and… Read More...DIY Yarntainer – So simple
Sometimes the obvious thing is right under your nose. Here is yet another great idea for a mason jar or upcycled jar. Save yourself a whole heap of money by making your own yarntainers. Tutorial here.
Free Pattern – Cuteness Alert!
What do you get if you cross a cute bunny with a cute baby? Total Cuteness Alert!
I want to snuggle up to both of these little guys.
The bunny however can be stitched whilst the baby can be made… … Read More...
Project: Stamped Dog Tag Jewelry
Make yourself some unique jewelry using aluminum metal flashing, found at the hardware store. Shelley (aka the Stamptramp) used it with a dog tag shaped die to cut out the perfect base for a pendant. She used a cool double … Read More...
Make a Modern Version of the Beach Ball Balloon Arch
One of the most popular searches on the Party Ideas blog is “beach ball balloon arch.” I’m not a huge fan of the beach ball arch myself, but I have to admit that this modern square arch is absolutely amazing. … Read More...
Go Outside Cards
This is such a simple idea, yet so brilliant! How many times have you told your kids to go outside and play, only to have them say there was nothing to do? These printable cards, created by Terri, from Creative … Read More...
Tutorial: Kate Spade-inspired key fob
Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how you can make a Kate Spade-inspired key fob. They are so pretty with their bright prints and little gold bows! Go buy some hardware and make a stack of these for your gift stash. … Read More...
Minibar In A Jar (Gift Idea)
Minibar In A Jar (Gift Idea) – Showing gratitude to the individuals who play a vital role in your wedding party is a time-honored tradition. These gifts are a way to express heartfelt appreciation and acknowledge their support and involvement … Read More...
Free pattern: Simple knit baby pants
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for making a pair of baby pants. They’re made from knit fabric, with a simple elastic waistband and cuff ankles that finish the bottom of the legs neatly and easily, Her … Read More...
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Tutorial: Faux Stone Planter
The tutorial talks about making one of these little planters to preserve summer but I’m pretty sure any sunny window could use a few of these to brighten up even DURING the summer. And really, where I live, summer is … Read More...
Tutorial: Tutu pants
These tutu pants by Joy from XOXO Grandma combine the whimsy of a tulle tutu with the practicality of a pair of knit leggings. She shares a tutorial showing how you can make them from a dollar store tutu and … Read More...
Needle Felted iPad/iPhone Cover (A Tutorial)
Ashley of Little Blue Boo is an amazing woman. I follow her on Facebook and her blog. When you get over to her blog read about her and you too will be impressed. She has a tutorial for a needle … Read More...
How to make bamboo and rock vases along with a ham bone inkwell
Are you looking for new ways to display flowers this spring and summer? Why not make a set of bud vases out of other items from the yard like these bamboo and rock bud vases. If you like making your … Read More...
How to paint on wet glue
I love learning about new ways to combine traditional craft supplies to make interesting crafts and art. I can’t say as it would ever occur to me to”paint” on white glue
. Pop on over to the blog Housing a … Read More...
Tutorial: Continuous bias tape from a square of fabric
I love me some handmade bias tape. Bias tape is just so much prettier made from prints, and even when I do want a solid I can never find the right shade in the premade tape. Ashley from Make It … Read More...
Mother’s Day Cookie Card
Do you have letter cookie cutters you forgot about? Get them out and bake mom some cookie love. Let her know you love her, that she is beautiful or how grateful you are to have her. This idea would be … Read More...
8 Crafts To Preserve Your Child’s Handprints & Footprints
As parents, we have our days when we can’t wait until our children are old enough to take care of themselves and not need to depend on us for so much. However, there is also that big part in our … Read More...
DIY Projects For Your Shabby Chic Home Decor
Shabby chic décor used to be a huge trend in the home décor category, and while over the years it has taken a bit of a back seat, it is definitely still a trend that won’t be going away any … Read More...