Carolyn, from The Pleasantest Thing, created this game so her kids could practice letter recognition and counting; and, while it does do these two things, it does much more. You can also use this game as a great way for … Read More...
Freebie: April Subway Art
Create with TLC has a free April Showers Bring May Flowers inspired subway style art digital image to download for free. Use it on greeting cards, scrapbook pages, journals and more.
-Heather
Tutorial: Easy 20-minute drawstring snack bag
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how you can whip up a little drawstring snack bag in just 20 minutes. You can use the little pouch to carry a snack . Or, use the bag for non-snacky purposes, like to … Read More...
15 Centerpiece Ideas That Do Not Focus On Flowers
Looking for a more non-traditional and unique idea for your reception centrepiece? These 15 ideas can give you some great inspiration on something a little out of the box and maybe somewhat whimsical. Take a look and see if … Read More...
DIY Floral Umbrella Door Hanger
Can you believe we’re half way through April already? April is famous for rain showers. What better way to decorate for spring than with a cool floral umbrella door hanger? Crystal shared this tutorial on the Bowdabra blog sharing how … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern Baby drool bib
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern to make a drool bib for baby. It’s layered up to make it absorbent and waterproof and also quite pretty. The top layer is a quilting cotton. Choose … Read More...
19 Paper Flower Tutorials for Mother’s Day
Spring and Mother’s Day are synonymous with flowers, and paper flowers are a great way to gift a bouquet that will last a little longer. Some of these are also good to use as embellishments on a scrapbook page or … Read More...
Tutorial | Watercolor Scribble Flowers Card | Mother’s Day
If you love gifting mom with a handmade card this tutorial is for you! See how you can create a beautiful watercolor flower card using scribble cut outs. Deb used her scribble dies to cut the shape, but you could … Read More...
Tutorial: Rose Champagne Flutes
Here’s a neat way to dress up the champagne flutes for your event (wedding season anyone?). White is a great colour but you could use your wedding colours. This same technique would also work to decorate little bits of glassware … Read More...
New Video with Opaline Glass from Bullseye Glass
It was so wonderful to see my rep from Bullseye Glass at Glass Craft and Bead Expo this past weekend. Devon was there with Sarah, another wonderful Bullseye rep. One of the things they were offering deals on was the … Read More...
Create a Stunning Origami Rose Curtain
This origami curtain would be a beautiful party decoration for a little girl’s birthday party, a bridal shower, a baby shower, or a book club afternoon tea party. It looks super complicated, but it’s actually not too difficult to make … Read More...
Project: Mini Boxes from Scrapbook Paper
You can turn a pretty piece of heavy weight scrapbooking paper into a cute little box buy using and envelope punch board. The Ginger Snaps Crafts blog has scoring and punching directions for making these sweet little gift boxes, click … Read More...
DIY Felt Sleep Mask; Mother’s Day Gift
Mother’s Day is coming up and this sleep mask is a gorgeous gift that you can make for mom and she will love it. Is so glamorous and mom is going to feel so pampered. Go over too “hello natural” … Read More...
Tutorial: Springtime cut-off jeans shorts with knotted fabric hem
Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make cut-off jeans shorts with a knotted fabric hem. It’s a good project to eke an extra season out of a pair of jeans that have become too short. The … Read More...
Giveaway: Lion Brand Homespun
Congratulations to Priyanka!
I had a really fun opportunity to teach a knitting class at a local advertising firm that’s doing some work for Lion Brand Yarn, and to show their appreciation they gifted me with a lot of yarn.… Read More...
Keep your sewing machine foot pedal from sliding
If your sewing machine foot pedal slides around on slick flooring (like hardwood, vinyl, or tile), check out this handy tip from Nanny from Nannycraft4U. She shows an easy fix that’ll make your pedal stay put.
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Tutorial: Nap In A Bag blanket and pillow set
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making their Nap In A Bag. Its a large drawstring bag that holds a blanket and a small pillow. The blanket is made of a soft fleece, bound at the edges with a cotton print. … Read More...
8 Disappearing Quilt Patterns
Are you looking for a new quilting challenge? Then why not try your hand at disappearing quilt patterns? These unique quilts are a great way to exercise your creative skills and make something truly unique that will last for years … Read More...
Banana Cream Pie Dip
I always forget about sweet tasting dips. This however has me rethinking party dip ideas. Great dessert idea too! You can satisfy your sweet tooth, even after a big meal. I never seem to leave room for dessert, which is … Read More...
Easy Patio Ideas You Can DIY
The Summer months bring about late and warmer nights spend lounging and relaxing. If you have a space you have been wanting to spruce up and turn into a nice patio area, this post will give you some great ideas … Read More...