The spring/summer 2015 Twist Collective was just released, and if you’re looking for something fun to knit for spring or summer, this is a great place to start.
I love Placid, a cardigan by Amy Gunderson with eyelet panels along … Read More...
Free pattern: Roller Skate Circle Skirt for girls
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern for her Roller Skate Skirt in girls sizes. It has a foldover waistband that is both comfy to wear and easy to sew. The circle skirt is divided … Read More...
Make a Bouquet of Felt Flowers
Make a beautiful bouquet of felt flowers for a special gift or for Mother’s Day. The colors that they use are spring like and lovely. There is a pattern for the petals. And they have a supply list of what … Read More...
I’m Snap! bound
I’m writing this post from the Houston International Airport. I’m bound for Salt Lake City and the 2015 Snap! Conference. It’s been kind of a challenge (okay, a BIG challenge) getting myself and all my stuff together for this … Read More...
Giveaway: Make It Mighty Ugly: Exercises and Advice for Getting Creative Even When It Ain’t Pretty
Happy Earth Day Giveaway:
Make It Mighty Ugly: Exercises & Advice for Getting Creative Even When It Ain’t Pretty
by
Kim Piper Werker
If you are creative, or trying to be this is the book for you to help get … Read More...
Whip Up a Cute Movie Birthday Gift
Whenever you’re in need of a last minute gift or a present for someone who is hard to shop for, gift cards are a good option. However, plain gift cards can be kind of dull. If you’re giving a movie … Read More...
Miracle Pan Release
Happy Earth Day! I might have to give this pan release a go and it uses only 3 ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Since I don’t bake all the time, I would probably quarter the … Read More...
7 Polymer Clay Projects Inspired By Nature
There’s something truly magical about crafting with clay, and when it comes to finding inspiration for new projects, there’s no better source than nature itself. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 7 clay projects that were inspired by elements … Read More...
Tutorial: Vegan leather glasses case
Jen from Thermies shares a tutorial at Shrimp Salad Circus showing how you can make a faux leather glasses case. It’s a simple sleeve with a snap tab across the top to keep your glasses from slipping out. It’s lined … Read More...
How To Install Your Own Barnboard Ceiling
If you are looking for a way to change up a certain room in your home and maybe give it a very unique look, take a look at this barn board ceiling we found over at The Heathered Nest. Talk … Read More...
Free Pattern – Elephant Bookends
For those of you who have been following my crafty trends over the years, you will appreciate my excitement of finding an Elephant pattern. What I like best about this traditional iconic animal pattern is the way in which it … Read More...
Video Tutorial – Faux Crystal Quartz
In this Jewelry Making tutorial Mark Montano shows you how to create faux crystal jewelry. In this tutorial you learn to create a mold and then use it for mass production. Faux Crystal Jewelry Video.
Are you using … Read More...
Technique: Texture Stamping
Here’s an amazing way to get depth and texture with your rubber stamps. Allison stamped her flourish background stamp with gesso and then applied ink and glitter sprays over top for this fantastic technique. Find her tutorial over on The … Read More...
Knit Some Adorable Dr Who Dalek Mittens
Kat at Just Crafty Enough is always knitting cute mittens, to the point that I’m actually behind at sharing them (sorry, Kat!). But I couldn’t resist showing you these Dalek Mittens right away, because they may in fact be the … Read More...
DIY Number Puzzles
If you would like to make some fun puzzles for the kids to play (and learn) with, check out these fun popsicle stick puzzles created by Julie from Make, Take, and Teach. Not only can kids match up the pictures, … Read More...
Hot Wedding Trend and 30 Delicious Mini Desserts To Go With It
Planning a wedding is all about creating a memorable experience for both you and your guests, and when it comes to the culinary delights, the options are endless. Traditional wedding desserts like cake slices and mints are being replaced with … Read More...
20 Ways Artists Can Turn Browsers into Buyers
Here is another fabulous post by The Artcademy perfect for Indie Artists. They’ve come up with a list of 20 ways that artists can turn browsers into buyers. They say: “It’s all in your first impression and if you are … Read More...
Free pattern: Angel Sleeve Dress for dolls
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shares a free pattern for her Angel Sleeve Dress for dolls. Ir’s a short sleeve peasant style dress. You can make it from a bright cotton print and finish the sleeves and bottom hem with a … Read More...
DIY Penguin Cake Toppers
Cake decorating tutorials – in particular the fondant sculpting – seem to be perfect for polymer clay work. And, I have to say, of the very few cake toppers I’ve done I’ve done penguins TWICE. And they would have benefited … Read More...
Make the Perfect Summer Drink Station
Who doesn’t love a refreshing glass of cold lemonade on a warm summer’s day? That’s why this adorable lemonade stand is the perfect addition to your outdoor parties. When you’re done entertaining, you can pass it along to a budding … Read More...