Delia from Delia Creates shows how you can make this simple leather (or faux leather) tissue pouch. It’ll hold a travel pack of tissues, and look quite stylish doing it. The edges of the leather don’t need to be finished, … Read More...
DIY Stamped Tribal Clutch
Amy at Delineate your Dwelling is part of the 2015 creative team for Martha Stewart and because of that she will be posting fun tutorials every month using Martha Stewart products. This month she is sharing how she used those … Read More...
Tutorial | DIY Washi Tape Bookmarks
With the simplest of supplies you can make some page corner bookmarks to keep track of your reading. You probably have what you need sitting right next to you on your desk! Plus you’ll be reusing something that would ordinarily … Read More...
Tutorial | From Layout to Card: How to Modify a Sketch
Ever struggle to come up with ideas for cards, or find that card sketches are too restrictive? Carson from Pine & Plum has a solution. She has found that she works much better creating cards if she modifies a … Read More...
Homemade Parmesan Bunny Crackers
Want something a little healthier than goldfish for the Easter basket? How about for snacking in general? Of course, you can make any shape you want, but bunnies were chosen for this project. Plus, an added recipe bonus for a … Read More...
Make Sparkly Mickey Straws for a Disney Party
Who doesn’t love Disney? If you’re planning any sort of Disney themed celebration, these rhinestone Mickey straws are simply adorable. If you have the time, small projects like this can make a big impact at any special event. Visit Tikkido… Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered pocket divider for a drawstring bag
Jenelle of Echinops & Aster shares a tutorial at Imagine Gnats showing how to add a zippered pocket divider to the Lined Drawstring Bag by Jeni Baker. The zippered pockets divides the space inside the back into two compartments to … Read More...
Sewing tasks you can do while traveling
As with any hobby, there are some sewing tasks that just aren’t that much fun. Sorting, untangling, and other little jobs that take time we’d rather spend sewing. Abby Glassenberg from While She Naps, and author of Stuffed Animals: … Read More...
Bunny Boutonnieres and Bows
Stephanie is Candice’s sister (one of “handmade mood” contributors) and her amazing crafting skills created these adorable Bunny Boutonnieres. She has a wonderful tutorial for us to follow. Your children will love to wear these during the Easter Holiday. Make … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy fabric playhouse for a card table
LiZ from Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can make this easy fabric playhouse. It fits over a card table to create a special play place underneath. Hers is a simple version, with three solid “walls” and a front … Read More...
Caramel Apple Bar
Here is a fun idea to get the kids to eat their fruit. There are a couple of healthy options. This would be fun at a party, camping in the summer or enjoy them in the fall for an after … Read More...
Project Notebook: Boneyard Shawl
There are certain knitting patterns that it seems like everyone has knit, that are classics even if they haven’t been around that long.
But because I spend a lot of my time designing knitting projects (and writing books), I haven’t … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a tablecloth that stays put
Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop shows how you can make a tablecloth that stays put. Instead of a flat piece of fabric draped over a table (which can be easily pulled off!), this stay put tablecloth fits snugly around the … Read More...
16 Ways to Make Your Own Custom Headboard
We most likely all have a bed in our home, and if you haven’t noticed, your bed is pretty much the main focal point in your bedroom. Take some time to put a little extra thought into decorating your room … Read More...
DIY – Seed Bead Friendship Bracelets
I love the colors in this seed bead design. They finished layered look is very gypsy or bohemian chic. See bead bracelets are light weight to wear which enables you to layer them over and over and be comfortable. Seed … Read More...
What to do with Raw milk
Raw Milk is full of nutrients and is a perfect ingredient for a natural beauty regime.
Raw milk is milk that has not been pasteurized or homogenized and such cautions should be taken when using it.
These face mask recipes … Read More...
How to make an embroidery hoop thread spool organizer
I am in love with working with embroidery hoops. I have designed several projects myself and I keep finding cool ideas all over. This thread spool organizer is featured U Create Crafts. Pop on over and see the easy tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric covered hanger with a matching sachet
A fabric covered hanger with a coordinating sachet makes a nice gift, perhaps as a bridal gift or for Mother’s Day or birthday. Mary Beth from Retro Monkeys shares a vintage project sheet at the Pattern Patter blog for making … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Art with Stamp Pads
Ink pads aren’t just for inking up your stamps, you can also use them to add a vintage stained look to paper and also color plain ribbons and trims. The Simon Says Stamp blog has a step by step tutorial … Read More...
Dr. Suess Hat Pencil Cup Craft
If you ask me, any time is a good time to make a Dr. Seuss craft; but, if you are looking for a timely excuse to make one, March 2nd is Theodor Seuss Geisel’s (aka Dr. Seuss) birthday. In honor … Read More...