Enter to win a copy of:
Make Garbage Great: The Terracycle Family Guide to a Zero-Waste Lifestyle
by
Tom Szaky and Albe Zakes
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 24th, 2015 and you are in the running for … Read More...
Independent craft blog since 2007
Enter to win a copy of:
Make Garbage Great: The Terracycle Family Guide to a Zero-Waste Lifestyle
by
Tom Szaky and Albe Zakes
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 24th, 2015 and you are in the running for … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how to make this fancy little pouch to store your jewelry. It has pockets sewn all around the inside for smaller pieces like rings and earrings. Larger pieces can go in the … Read More...
by Sarah White
I always love Knitty surprise day, because it is, in fact, a surprise to get a couple of new patterns from the web magazine.
This time around (which is still first fall), we’ve got an amazing baby blanket called Dunfallandy… Read More...

For the foodies! Here is a popsicle for you to try. This might go well at a barbecue for the adults. I like the sound of maple and bacon, but I don’t know about it as a popsicle. If … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Today I wanted to share with you guys this adorable DIY Mini Scottie Dog Tray! Katie from Running with a Glue Gun published this tutorial on the Blitsy (a great place to get craft supplies, btw) blog.
… Read More...Katie says: “One
With the recent hype of the studying of our “ex-planet” Pluto, there has been a lot of talk of all things outer space. If you’d like to teach your kids a little more about the solar system, or maybe they’ve … Read More...
by Vikram Goyal
An umbrella playhouse? Or corn starch jewelry? THAUMATROPES?

Whichever idea you like best, you had better check out this amazing list of 10 craft ideas to keep the kiddos happy. All of these ideas were sourced from the turn of … Read More...
Do you love spending time outside during these warm Summer evenings? Don’t let the lack of proper lighting keep you from staying out after the sun sets. These 28 ideas are not only brilliant, but can be made with things … Read More...
by Dana Hinders
If you’re strapped for cash, but still want to create a classy look for your party, how about a fresh fruit and flowers ice bucket? This easy DIY is perfect for a baby shower, bridal shower, cocktail party, or any … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
The Alpine Fabrics blog has a tutorial showing how you can use a serger to whip up a gorgeous tutu in just 30 minutes. It has a wide elastic waistband, which seems like it would be more comfortable to wear … Read More...

What a great surprise when you cut into this cake! Each layer of the cake is part of a watermelon. I love that they used mini chocolate chips for the seeds. What a great birthday cake for a watermelon lover … Read More...
Little girls always look cute in flowers. These summer flip flops have been up-cycled or revamped with a little bit of hooking.
Crochet hooking that is.
Check out the full tutorial here.
This amazing multi functional shawl is the perfect addition to a travelling wardrobe. The shawl can be worn in different ways to change up your look and style. This particular Pattern is not free but can be purchased here for … Read More...
I’m back with more inspiration from A Muse Studio. If you missed my first review click here to check it out.
The brand new A Muse Studio 2015-16 Catalog and Inspiration Guide is full of wonderful new cling mounted … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This yoga tote is a tote bag and a yoga mat carrier all in one. Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a tutorial showing how to make it. The top is a roomy tote bag where you can put your water … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This boxy baby romper is sooo cute! It’s also easy to sew. Miranda from One Little Minute shares a tutorial showing how. You can make it in any size based on the child’s measurements. It has an elastic casing top … Read More...
Because extruders crank out perfectly even elements it’s not surprising people use them to create canes, particularly canes that require precision such as quilt, repeating tile patterns or “pixel” image ones. These canes rely on lines matching up and extruders … Read More...
The Lawnscaping Challenge blog is sharing a tutorial on how to make a ink smooshing background for your cards, this technique is perfect for those ocean and sea themed stamp sets, click here to watch the video tutorial.
-Heather

I love a glass of non-alcoholic Arnold Palmer in the summer . I’m not much of a drinker, though my posts may make you wonder. This cocktail looks really cool! It’s pretty and changes color! It really speaks to my … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Riley Blake Designs shows how you can make your own fabric covered note takers. The pads of paper are stitched into the fabric covers, that have paper labels stitched to the front and elastic bands to keep them closed. They … Read More...