Michelle from The Ribbon Retreat shares a tutorial showing how to make and adjustable strap bow tie. The bow tie and the neck strap is easily made from a wide ribbon. You could also make one from fabric. She shows … Read More...
How to Make Your Own Scratch Art Paper
Have you ever made your own scratch art? I remembering doing it years ago using color crayons. I never knew you could make scratch art using paint! Talk about a time saver, a crayon saver (one black crayon only goes … Read More...
Tutorial: Rice-filled foot warmer
There’s just no getting my feet warm in the winter. I wear socks or slippers all the time. Sitting on the couch under a quilt, I find myself trying to tuck the quilt under my feet so absolutely no cold … Read More...
5 Steps to a Successful Wholesale Business
This is a good resource for those with an Indie Business who might want to consider selling their art wholesale. Carmen posted this on The Artcademy blog.
Carmen says: “Recently I took the step of selling some of my items … Read More...
DIY Faceted Rings
Take advantage of the trendy metallic thing and – at least as clay goes – the faceting everything trend. This tutorial from Poppytalk lets you crank out a few faceted rings, make them shiny, and try out the faceting thing. … Read More...
Event: Craftcation: Business and Maker Conference March 26-29, 2015
I have been attending Craftcation for years and I can personally attest to how amazing it is! You spend the days surrounded by like-minded creatives learning all sorts of new things to help you be more creative and business savvy.… Read More...
Tutorial: Heart mug rug that folds into an envelope
Ella and Nesta’s Little Room shows how you can make this heart-shaped mug rug. It folds up to create a little fabric envelope. You could easily tuck a couple of tea bags into it as you’re folding it up. The … Read More...
Have Fun with this Modular Knit Shawlette Pattern
My favorite kinds of knitting patterns are those that use unexpected designs and techniques but that are still not that difficult to pull off.
The Revel Modular Shawlette from Plymouth Yarns (via Noble Knits) is a great example of that … Read More...
Easy Balloon Arch Tutorial
With prom and wedding season quickly approaching, I thought I’d share one of the best tutorials for creating a balloon arch that I’ve ever seen. I love the idea of adding florals into the finished arch to give it a … Read More...
Appliqué Scarves DIY
A warm scarf is a must this winter with our below zero temps and Martha shows us how to make these charming Appliquéd Scarves. Easily add a unique style to its cozy appeal with just a few basic flourishes. Her … Read More...
How to make a faux “Moroccan” mirror
This post was sent in by Nina and it features a tutorial on how to make a faux tin “Moroccan” style mirror. The blog needs to be translated and I’m not sure the translation of the name is right but … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt candle and vase holder centerpiece
This felt centerpiece holds a collection of taper candles and small flower vases. You can wrap it around to make an arrangement that is pleasing. Johanna Rundel shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make one. It looks … Read More...
Storage-Smart Ideas For an Organized Garage
With Spring just around the corner, we will all be getting outdoors a little more often, and spending a lot more time in our yards and gardens. Take a minute before the warmer days arrive to organize your garage space … Read More...
How to Make Yarn Out of a T-Shirt
I noticed recently that a lot of people were viewing my T-shirt yarn bag pattern over at About, so this is an appropriate tutorial to post right about now.
Making T-shirt yarn is actually pretty easy (though time consuming, … Read More...
Easter Soap Roundup
These adorable Easter soaps are so easy to make and a great alternative to Chocolate gifts. (I like chocolate so happy to get it) The peeps one has to be the simplest as the molds are so easily obtainable in … Read More...
5 Pounds of Selvege = A Beautiful Rug
For this amazingly tactile rug you are going to need selvage, around 5 pounds of it actually. Find out how to make this rug and where to get the selvage from by hopping on over to Mama In a Stitch.… Read More...
Project: Stamped Mixed Media Canvas
Over on the Paper Artsy blog you can learn several different techniques for making a fun stamped art canvas. Like using a stamp to create a stencil and painting a stamped image on a book page. Click here for complete … Read More...
Free pattern: Chiffon Cardigan
Kathleen from Grosgrain shares a free pattern for her Chiffon Cardigan. The sheer fabric makes a pretty layer over a tank or short-sleeved tee. I’m loving the pom pom trim she used to finish the edges! She doesn’t state a … Read More...
Crayon Pointillism for Kids
Using melted crayons is a great way to teach kids about pointillism. Not sure what pointillism is? Merrian-Webster defines it as “the theory or practice in art of applying small strokes or dots of color to a surface so that … Read More...
DIY Flowerbox Made From Paint Stir Sticks
If you love the look of old wooden crates, but can’t seem to find any within your price range, then this DIY tutorial is for you! With a handful of paint stir sticks from your local hardware store, some staples … Read More...