There are all sorts of fun ways to add texture to your knitting, and one really cool way to do it that a lot of knitters don’t play with much is knitting pleats.
Pleats are usually worked by knitting some … Read More...
20 Adorable and Easy Spring Decor Projects
Spring is officially here, and if you haven’t already started decorating for this bring and cheerful season, then maybe these 20 projects will help get you in the mood. With so many different options to choose from, you are almost … Read More...
Tutorial: Altoids tin pincushion and notions box
This pretty embroidered pincushion is also a notions box. The base is an Altoids tin so it opens up for a place to hold a small sewing kit. I love this idea!! Donna shares a tutorial on her HubPages blog … Read More...
Knit a Cool Necklace in a Color-Changing Yarn
Here’s another great idea for using little bits of stash or even for using a magic ball. This knit beaded necklace calls for a fun mulitcolored yarn, Classic Elite Santorini, which has great drape, shine and texture.
Using whatever … Read More...
How To Make Your Own Eye Cream
If you have children then you probably have bags under your eyes. Dark circles and the wrinkles from all the stress will be creeping up too.
Don’t wait until you get time to look in the mirror (probably when they … Read More...
Free pattern – Easter Bunny Pot Cover
The Inspired Wren shares her Easter or Spring Bunny Cover.
These would make perfect gifts for the Easter time.
Simply purchase a plant and cover it up with this adorable hand crocheted cover. Very cute and perfect for a Easter … Read More...
Tissue Paper Flower Art
This art project is a great way to older kids to get creative and experiment with different colors and designs. It is also a great activity for the young kids as it gives them an opportunity to work on pinching … Read More...
Product Review: Stampin’ Up Chalkboard Banner
Want to add a fun decoration to a party or looking to add something pretty to your wall, how about a festive banner? And even better the words on this banner can be changed for the seasons or the occasion … Read More...
Free pattern: Raccoon softie
You can make this adorable raccoon softie using a free pattern by LiEr from Ikat bag . She shares a free pattern at Sew Mama Sew. The raccoon is just one of 18 variations of the same softie base pattern. … Read More...
6 Things to Make With Cut Glass Bottles
Do you have a collection of glass bottles and you are looking for a great craft project to use them? This post may have just the idea you have been waiting for.vIf you’ve never tried cutting glass bottles, it’s a … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy criss-cross purse
Britney from The Princess & Her Cowboy shares a tutorial for making this criss-cross bag. It’s kind of a hobo bag style, but made from 4 pieces of fabric sewn together in such a way to divide the purse into … Read More...
Spring Wreath Tutorial
This is a really easy and fun spring wreath made out of tissue paper flowers that looks happy and very spring inspired! Alyssa shared the tutorial for this wreath on her blog, Measured & Slow, and I think it’s pretty … Read More...
Tutorial: Layered skirts for a little girl and her doll
With a pair of tutorials by Autie from iCandy Handmade, you can make matching layered skirts for a little girl and an American Girl (or other 18″) doll. It’s a simple gathered skirt with an elastic waistband, sewn from two … Read More...
Printable Easter Tags
Use these simple and graphic tags to share Easter treats with your friends and neighbors. They are delightfully punny! Just print on the colored paper of your choice, and add to your Easter baskets. You’ll also find a link to … Read More...
Freebie | Easter I Spy Printable
If you and your kids love all the sweet things that Easter brings, then you will enjoy this Easter I Spy printable from Live, Laugh, Rowe. Enjoy finding all the bunnies, baskets, eggs, butterflies and other Spring treats! Kelly also … Read More...
How To Fake Calligraphy | Video Fixed
My apologies for all the frustration you must have had yesterday trying to watch this video! it’s now been fixed and you can see it by clicking here.
How to Make Giant Paper Flowers
Feels like Spring? Then you need to make these giant flowers!
This video shows you how to make these paper flowers that will be the talk of any party that you are hosting.
The steps by Robert Mahar, using colorful … Read More...
Tutorial: Petal Easter Egg
This tutorial is a great way to decorate an Easter egg with canes without worrying about getting it super smooth. Use the leaf or petal canes you have on hand or whip up some in fresh Easter colours. Kael comments … Read More...
Tiny Bottle Light Turns Empty Bottles into Lights
The web site demilked.com was showing the coolest gadget that can turn your empty glass bottles into stylish lamps. It’s not a bright bright light but it sure does look cool. The lights are LEDs that look like corks and … Read More...
Daffodil Candy Cups Filled with Lemon Mousse
It feels like winter instead of spring! It might be awhile before I get to see the beautiful spring flowers. These would be cute to make to help remind me that spring is here and the warm weather will get … Read More...