I usually avoid wired ribbons when I’m stashing for my craft and sewing projects. But in this tutorial at The Ribbon Retreat, the wire threaded through the edge of the ribbon comes in quite handy. They show how you can … Read More...
Pom Pom Easter Chicks (tutorial)
Kelly of “crafts unleashed” show us how to make these darling Pom Pom Easter Chicks. Kellie gives us a step-by-step pictorial on how to create her fuzzy darling little chicks. She also has a complete supply list for all the … Read More...
Free pattern: No-sew faux fur rabbit rug
How cool is this rabbit shaped rug! Ines from La Folie shares a free pattern and tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit for making one from faux fur, with no sewing required. It would be so cute in a child’s room … Read More...
Project Notebook: Bunny Ear Hat
It’s fun to knit hats for kids that have a bit of personality, and this time of year, while we’re thinking spring but it is sometimes still a little cold outside, it’s especially fun to have a hat that’s a … Read More...
Fun way to “dress up” a gift bag
I nearly fell off my chair laughing when I spotted this fun way to dress up a gift bag featured at the blog Rosy Events. It is shared as a bachelorette gift bag but I think it could be cute … Read More...
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Swirls Candies
Chocolate and peanut butter are my two favorite flavors. This will not be for those with allergens, unless you replace the peanut butter with soy nut. If you can shape them like an egg, you could use this as a … Read More...
DIY Minecraft Props
I don’t really see the appeal myself, but my son can’t get enough of Minecraft. If you also have a little Minecraft fan in the house, check out the amazing tutorials on Twitchetts. Using cardboard boxes and acrylic craft paint, … Read More...
Spring + Summer Knitty is Here
See, I wasn’t at all kidding about it being almost spring, because the Spring + Summer Knitty has just been released.
This issue includes 13 patterns for shawls, tops, socks, a sweater, a sleep mask and a baby hat.
In … Read More...
Free pattern: Cat-Eye Zippered Pouch
Sherri from Thread Riding Hood shares a free pattern for making her Cat-Eye Zippered Pouch. It gets its name from the cat-eye shape of the window on the front of the pouch. This is such a neat detail! The cat-eye … Read More...
Make Your Own Button Owl Canvas Art
Owls are still a big trend, especially in children’s décor, and today we are bringing you this fun little tutorial to dress up your usual canvas art and take it up a notch. With a few basic craft supplies, and … Read More...
DIY Stella & Dot Earrings
You have to love a little bling and these Rhinestone earrings are a perfect knock off of Stella and Dot. Now when we say Knock off we really mean “Inspired by”. The earring design is similar the method is different. … Read More...
Do You Need To Shower Everyday?
Doesn’t that depend if you are showering with this guy or not? Look at the picture now back to me.
I am pretty sure the Old spice guy (He has an actual name- Isaiah ) would prefer if you showered … Read More...
Free Lalylala Bunny Modification Pattern
To complete this pattern you need to purchase the base Lalylala doll pattern. The Free bit is only the Modification to turn it into a bunny. So you are probbaly wondering why I am still featuring it? Well its adorable … Read More...
Tutorial: Rainbow wall hanging
Cintia from My Poppet shares a tutorial for making this whimsical rainbow wall hanging. It would be pretty to hang on a front door or in a child’s room. It’s cute for St. Patrick’s Day, but you can keep it … Read More...
Project: Easter Shadow Box Card
The Cut at Home blog has a video tutorial showing how to use lovely pattern papers, stamping inks and stamps to make a pretty Easter shadow box card. It includes directions for Silhouette owners but also has a link to … Read More...
Shrinky Dink Shamrocks
When I am trying to think of a craft to make with the kids, my thoughts rarely go to using Shrinky Dinks… It takes a project like these cute shamrocks to remind me of the possibilities this amazing craft product … Read More...
Seven deadly sins of a quilter
Angie of Gnome Angel takes a look at quilter behavior through the lens of the seven deadly sins. Inspired by the movie, Seven, she has quilty confessions you gotta read.
Are you guilty? If the thimble fits, go to … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Little boys t-shirt
T-shirts are a little boys wardrobe staple. They’re actually easy to make, too. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern for making a t-shirt for little boys, and a tutorial showing how to sew it … Read More...
Felted Easter Eggs
You may notice that I feature a lot of tutorials by Annette from Fiber Artsy. That’s because she’s always coming up with interesting ideas! I think these felted Easter eggs are really cool. I’ve never tried felting, but I like … Read More...
Tutorial: Nautical key fobs
Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shows how you can make these nautical key fobs. They’re made in two parts- the key fob itself, and a fabric tag with an anchor applique. She links to a previous tutorial for making the … Read More...