Plaid and faux fur are both trending this season, so it makes sense to put them together in a project. Vivian of Vivileen shares a tutorial at See Kate Sew showing how you can make a plaid lined faux fur … Read More...
Make Your Own Customized Twister Party Game
I’m not nearly flexible enough for Twister these days, but I used to love the game when I was younger. To make this party classic fit the color scheme for your event, check out this tutorial for how to make … Read More...
Giveaway: Paper Lamp kit and a copy of the book Playing With Pop-ups
Today I have a fun giveaway that includes a paper lamp kit and a copy of the book Playing With Pop-ups both by Helen Hiebert. Leave a comment in today’s post by January 23, 2015 and you will be in … Read More...
How to make a faux enamel ware compost bucket
I have a few pieces of enamel ware and I love the look of it. It never occurred to me that you could make it, well faux make the look of it. Thanks to Carolyn for sending in a link … Read More...
How to Turn a Sweater into a V-Neck
I love V-neck sweaters, though I think I’ve knit more crew necks, a lot of the sweaters I buy are V-necks. Maybe it’s just because the patterns I tend to be drawn toward don’t happen to be V-necks.
The good … Read More...
Meatball Sub on a Stick
After cooking all week, I don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen on the weekends. There are some days during the week, I don’t feel like cooking. I think these might make the menu this weekend and … Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycled bat mat
Rachael from Imagine Gnats shows how you can create an upcycled bath mat. The outside is all cute new fabric, but the inside is made from an old towel. The towel inside will absorb the drips as you get out … Read More...
8 Kid-Friendly Party Games for a Valentine’s Day Festive Party
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and friendship, and what better way to do that than with a festive party? If you’re planning a Valentine’s Day party for kids, it’s important to have a variety of fun and … Read More...
Craft Room Storage Solutions
Finding appropriate and functional storage solutions for our craft room is not always an easy task. We need our products to be close at hand, yet visible (so we don’t forget what we have), and beautiful as well. We found … Read More...
DIY Wooden Bead Necklace
This Wooden bead necklace is a true statement Piece. You could also re create it using coloured beads or different stains for a earthy look. The full tutorial for this necklace can be found here at Abeautifulmess.com.
Chai Latte Soap
Sometimes its more about the presentation than the actual soap. I just had to feature this tutorial not just for the soap recipe but the adorable way of packaging it. This would be a great gift for coffee loving crazy … Read More...
Free Baby Shower Patterns
Check out this round-up of Baby themed patterns. These patterns are perfect for a baby shower gift or market stall. The bunny would be adorable for an Easter gift too. Full round-up with all the links can be found over … Read More...
Giveaway: Dress-to-Impress Knitted Scarves
This week’s giveaway is for the girly girls, the ladies who love feminine fashion and a bit of a challenge or an interesting technique in their knitting projects.
Dress-to-Impress Knitted Scarves by Pam Powers offers 24 knit scarves, cowls, ascots, … Read More...
Tutorial: Just the Essentials small tote
This is the Just The Essentials bag by Amber from Crazy Little Projects. A small tote with a zippered top and a zippered pocket across the front, it’s just big enough to carry a wallet, a phone, and other essentials. … Read More...
Project and New Release: Monogram Cards
Add a personalized touch to your greeting cards with a combination of monogram letters. You can send cards with your monogram or how about make a set of cards as a gift for a bride with her new initials? Hero … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Candy Heart Wreath
Now is the perfect time to make this colorful candy wreath to hand on your door. Carrie shared how she made with cute wreath with her kids on her Carrie Elle blog. They started with a 12-inch floral and craft … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew padded monogram for your home decor
The Things She Makes shows how you can make a padded monogram for your home décor – with no sewing required. This would be so cute in a baby’s nursery! Or how about tucking one in a bookcase in a … Read More...
Having a Functional Wedding Buffet
The after party of a wedding is usually the most memorable part of the day for your guests, and aside from the fun times and décor, the food served usually makes the top of the list. Make sure the functionality … Read More...
Tutorial: Girls slouchy raglan sweatshirt
Jen from Eat. Sleep. Make. shows how you can adapt a basic raglan t-shirt pattern to create a slouchy raglan sweatshirt. Her tutorial shows how to create the looser fit from your favorite raglan pattern. Folding the hems to the … Read More...
DIY Smocked Jewellery
This isn’t your average necklace! Francesca shares the tutorial for this smocked necklace she created using the kit from a Mollie Makes magazine. The kit was originally for making a patchwork sewing case but she got super creative and turned … Read More...