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“Research shows that knitting and other forms of textile crafting such as sewing, weaving and crocheting have quite a lot in common with mindfulness and meditation — all are reported to have a positive impact on mind health and well-being”… Read More...
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making this lumbar pillow with a buttoned closure on the front. The button front closure is a perfect opportunity to mix some prints. Use one print on one side of the closure, and another print … Read More...
This stunning tag features lovely butterflies that were stamped over a background of splattered alcohol inks that were then cut out and layered, they look like they could fly off the paper! Find more info on making this tag over … Read More...
This is a brilliant way to recycle an old table! You actually only need the base of a table (this one was made from a coffee table). To create a tapestry table like this one, you simply staple some burlap … Read More...
Redwork is not a new concept in the embroidery world by any means, but it still holds true to its simple beauty. If you are a fan of redwork, then check out these 8 simply adorable patterns we found. each … Read More...
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how you can piece an eye catching chevron bodice for a little girl’s dress. You’ll needa striped fabric and your favorite basic dress pattern. If you don’t have a basic dress pattern, she gives … Read More...
Here we go! Another round-up of the posts that everyone loved most this week. Looking for , stickers and embellishments? Check some of our favorite designs out on Scrapbook.com
One of the most interesting booths I saw at the 2015 CHA show last weekend was the crocheted/knitted version of “The Chronicles of Narnia” also known as “Yarnia”. I really loved this movie when I was younger, so I … Read More...
Need a new recipe for entertaining? This is the one for your next party. This looks like the perfect appetizer for when you have the girls over for wine and book club. Dare I mention, Super Bowl Sunday? Sorry! Only … Read More...
Colleen from Pretty Prudent shows a fun project you can make with leather (or faux leather) scraps. She uses them to make these heart keychains, personalized with a message made with leather stamps. If you don’t have any leather scraps left over from … Read More...
alcohol markers, like Copics, can add great details, shading and depth to your stamped images. You can take that one step further by using a colorless blender pen to “remove” color and even more texture, especially to stamped critters, … Read More...
This organizing idea was my favorite from this list of 20 upcycled organizing ideas over at the blog Suburble. I won’t be using it for my makeup brushes but for my paint brushes. I like to display my craft supplies … Read More...
This would definitely bring a smile to your face on a dreary morning. We aren’t much of a breakfast family, but brunches and breakfast for dinner is something we do occasionally. This would be great end after a long hard … Read More...
Maria from A Different Fashion came up with a good solution to a sweater tunic that had grown too short. She made it super short, turning it into a crop sweater for layering. Great fix! She shares a tutorial telling … Read More...
If you’re planning to have friends over to watch the big game, printable party decorations are a quick and inexpensive way to add a festive touch to the event. Visit Spaceships and Laser Beams for a directory of football themed … Read More...
Here is an item for your Super Bowl party, that you can prepare ahead of time. Potato Skins that you could make this weekend or next weekend and just defrost and reheat for game day. You could also use this … Read More...
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can make this heart wreath pillow. The pink and red hearts are cute for Valentine’s Day! The wreath embellishment is easily made with felt hearts.… Read More...
I like to try my hand at just about any type of craft. I’m one of those who likes to feel and be creative, so I figure, “Why not just give it a try?”. However, knitting and crocheting has not … Read More...
I wasn’t really sure where this tutorial should belong but due to the tools required I decided to share it here on the Jewelry Blog. I don’t often work with leather as it’s an expensive material but this tutorial doesn’t … Read More...
This is another post about Emotional wellbeing and this time we are reading up on way to reset our anger. We are humans and we are going to get angry but what we do next might be enough to change … Read More...
