I love this time of year because all the stamping, scrapbooking and paper craft companies all release loads of great new products for the new year! Many of these companies show off their new stuff at the CHA show and … Read More...
Tilly’s tips for sewing on sweatshirt knits
Even if you’re used to sewing with knits, sewing on a sweatshirt knit is a bit different because it is so thick. Tilly and the Buttons shares some tips for working with sweatshirt knit that will help you get nice … Read More...
Make Valentine’s Day Snack Mix
Welcome to our Valentine’s Day snack mix recipe! This delicious and visually appealing treat is perfect for classroom parties and other celebrations, and it won’t break the bank. With a mix of colorful conversation heart candies
, , fun sprinkles, … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple hexagon fabric coasters
These hexagon coasters are a pretty way to protect a table from a moisture ring. They’re quick and easy to make, too. Veronica from SewVery shares a tutorial showing how to do it. You can make them from charm squares … Read More...
Apple Nachos
I guess I’m slow to this craze, but I’m definitely going to try these apple nachos. What a great snack when you are need of an energy boost. I might even use this as a dessert for the Super Bowl. … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew angled seams and have the ends line up
When you’re sewing a seam, you line up your fabrics right side together, perfectly aligned at the top and bottom, right? If you’re sewing a simple straight seam you do. But if you’re sewing an angled seam, lining your pieces … Read More...
Clever Remodeling Ideas For Your Home
Are you in the process of planning a remodel in a certain area of your home? If so, these ideas are definitely worth your time of checking into. We understand that as a homeowner, you want to maximize every possible … Read More...
Dark Chocolate Cherry Scones
Every time I go to a bakery, I always have the scone. I’m afraid to make them at home, because I’m afraid they’ll be hard as a hockey puck. Kind of like biscuits, they never seem to come out flaky … Read More...
6 Featured – Etsy Crochet Patterns
Just so you know before you jump onto the links these are not FREE patterns, please don’t email me telling me I am teasing you or tricking you. they are Etsy patterns and the prices at the time of writing … Read More...
Do you clean your hair brush?
Have you ever cleaner your hair brush? I don’t just mean yanking out the hair that has been ripped from your scalp, I mean soaked in water and scrubbed? Let’s see a show of hands. Nope not me, I have … Read More...
Project: Winter Birthday Card
Do you know someone who has a birthday in the middle of winter? Warm up their day with a beautiful wreath card made with die cuts from metal cardstock and lots of added glitter for a sparkly touch of snow. … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Make a child’s leotard from a t-shirt
Julie from Crafting A Green World shows how you can make a child’s leotard out of a repurposed t-shirt. You’ll also need a leotard that fits your child to trace around to make the pattern. The graphics on the t-shirt … Read More...
How to Make a Crystal Snowflake
If the weather outside makes your kids curious about snowflakes and how they are formed, try this easy science experiment. To make your own crystals at home, you need a large jar, chenille stems, Borax, and some water. The water … Read More...
Tutorial: Round leather zipper pouch
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a tutorial for making a round leather zipper pouch like this one. The leather is sturdy to stand up to some serious wear and tear, and it also gives it enough body to hold … Read More...
Beautiful Wedding Photos During Bad Weather
As much as we try to plan to have everything perfect on our wedding day, there are just certain things that are completely out of our control, and mother nature is one of those things. If you get “stuck in … Read More...
Etsy Shop Feature – mymonsterhat
Today I am featuring the etsy shop My Monster Hat. I received one of their Monster Mice in the Winter Indie Craft sampler box I reviewed. I gave it to my Sister’s cat and she loved it!
They don’t just … Read More...
Bear Holding Heart Cookie
These would be fun to make with the kids anytime of the year, but we’ll tag it for Valentines for now. These are super cute and you could use any shape for the bear to hold. An egg for Easter, … Read More...
Tutorial: Reshape your bootcut jeans to skinnies
Abby from Sew Much Ado shows how easy it is to reshape a pair of bootcut jeans into a pair of skinny jeans. It’s a quick fix for a pair of jeans that fit everywhere you need them to fit, … Read More...
Mini Cheese Popsicles
I must be craving cheese today! How cute would these cheese popsicles be on a platter? I don’t know about you, but sometimes I have a hard time picking up the cheese with the tongs. This would be so much … Read More...
Today’s Tutorial – Frit Twisties
More lamp work tutorials! I’m totally addicted to Pinterest cause there are so many cool pictures and projects and inspirations! I saw this tutorial about making frit twisties and knew I had to share it. It comes from Art Jewelry … Read More...