Caroline from Sew Caroline shows how you can make a lined faux fur vest. It’s an add-on to a previously published tutorial for a faux fur vest (which she links to in her post). The add-on tutorial shows how to … Read More...
Project: I AM GROOT Card
I admit it, I am a huge comic book geek and love all related movies, TV shows and merchandise! So I flipped when I saw this amazing I am Groot card inspired by Guardians of the Galaxy. Jennifer Ingle cleverly … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage heart Valentines banner
Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how you can make this vintage heart banner. It’s a pretty decoration for Valentine’s Day, but the vintage sheet hearts would be sweet hanging up year round. The banner is covered with hearts cut from … Read More...
Edible Box of Matchsticks
Here is a creative way to show someone you love them. You can pick up boxes of matchsticks for a dollar if you have a Dollar Tree store and make several of them. You will also need some pretzel sticks … Read More...
Freebie: Valentine’s Day quilt at Dear Stella
The Chains of Love quilt pattern is a simple yet elegant design that is perfect for celebrating Valentine’s Day. The quilt features a minimalistic design with a neutral color palette, making it suitable for a wide range of decor styles.… Read More...
DIY Foam Fingers and Mini Megaphones
Planning a Super Bowl party where you may have children attending this year? Let even your youngest of guests get in on the “Super” festivities too! Frog Prince Paperie has great ideas for megaphones made from paper cups and mini … Read More...
Tutorial: Deer silhouette sweater
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing how to make this deer head silhouette sweater. It’s a super easy project, with no sewing required. You just need a plain sweater, a bit of fabric, and some … Read More...
Crafting Possibilities With Canvas Drop Cloth
Over the years canvas drop cloth has become more and more popular to use in the crafting world. It is a very sturdy material that has so many uses, many of which you probably have not even thought twice about. … Read More...
DIY Painted Nautical Bangles
These funky nautical bangles are made using wooden bangles from Tiff at Banglewood Crafts and whilst they are affordable in their raw form you can up-cycle bangles you no longer like or purchase plastic ones too. Nautical Wooden Bangles.
Coconut Oil – The Dirty Low Down
OK, let me warn you BEFORE you click. If you do not like profanity then do NOT click this link. Shannon from Shannon’s kitchen gives a very down to earth low down explanation on Coconut oil
. Her opening line … Read More...
DIY – Yarn Coffee Cup
If you haven’t already seen these then you are going to love it! Use your favourite yarn scraps to create a Yarn Coffee mug. Pick up a DIY Decorating coffee travel mug from a discount store and instead of letting … Read More...
Tutorial: Retro phone pouch
Linda from Novice Beginnings shares a tutorial for making this cute cell phone pouch. It has a long strap so you can carry it like a purse. Or, use the hook to attach it to a tote bag. You could … Read More...
Freebie: Donkey Valentine Digi
HEE HAW! How sweet is this vintage Valentine image?! You can download this cute donkey digital stamp for free over at The Graphics Fairy.
-Heather
Make Your Own Kinetic Sand
I do believe that kinetic sand
was one of the big sellers this past holiday season. I know I bought a couple of boxes to pull out when my grandkids come to visit. Did your household get any? I also … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt sock matching game
Rebecca from Hugs Are Fun! shares a tutorial for making a child’s felt sock matching game. In it are 6 sets of felt sock shapes done up in bright colors and with crazy designs. There are also clothespins painted with … Read More...
Make Your Own Boutonniere
Wedding flowers is one area in which you can easily spend some money. Fresh flowers are not cheap and to pay a florist to arrange them, can get to be a little pricey. If you are willing to do a … Read More...
Etsy Shop Feature- theloopholenova
Today’s etsy shop feature is the shop The Loophole. Here’s a little bit about The Loophole and the people behind it (info from their etsy shop):
“Once upon a time, there was a girl who did all sorts of … Read More...
How-To: Journal Cover
Here’s another project that has multiple elements. The journal cover has a lovely watercolour effect painted in and the tutorial covers how to construct the cover. The design is sweet and clever. You could obviously alter the paint work to … Read More...
Two ways you can help Libby
Libby Lehman, renowned quilter and teacher, has suffered a health crisis requiring a long recovery. With mounting medical bills, fellow quilters want to help her out. Moda released fabric line, Community, where all proceeds from its purchase goes to … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Cupid Kabobs
During the holidays, we are okay with letting more sweets in the house than normal. But we also try to make sure that there are some healthy alternatives to counter the extra sweets. This is a great snack after school … Read More...