Fingerprint guest books are a big trend right now with weddings. If you like the idea of having a personalized piece of art with individual characteristics of each guests, then this may be an option for you. The up side … Read More...
Tutorial: Romantic Ruffled Pillowcases
Sew4Home shows how you can make a romantic ruffled pillowcase. They would be beautiful in a shabby chic bedding ensemble. They’d also be beautiful additions to a little girl’s room décor. Each pillowcase has a deep ruffle at the opening, … Read More...
DIY Eyeglass Case Animal Clutch
Learn how to make cute animal character clutches with dollar store eyeglass cases using this tutorial Mark Montano shares on his blog. A glasses case, a little paint and some beads for a handle and you have a terrific gift!… Read More...
Tutorial | Deck of Cards Mini-book
Here’s a project you could make today that will last all through 2015! Using a deck of cards you can create a coupon minibook for dates, as shown, or for other ideas like activities to do with your family. Then … Read More...
5 Free Printables for New Year’s Eve
With a young son, our New Year’s Eve tends to be very simple and quiet. This year however, he’s old enough to understand the concept of the year changing – he’s been telling me the date every day this week, … Read More...
Mini Cheese Ball Bites
Let them have their own cheese balls! Instead of making a cheese ball for all to share, here is a bite size version. This is a great idea, so your guests don’t have to try and balance their plate and … Read More...
Hot Corn Dip
I feel like Déjà vu here, but I don’t think the other corn dip had bacon and wasn’t in the slow cooker. There is nothing wrong with more than one version of a recipe. Again, New Year’s Eve appetizer, brunch, … Read More...
Olaf Sock Snowman Tutorial
Heidi of “one created mommy” has this beyond adorable Olga sock snowman tutorial for us and he is a sweetie pie. She used a Child sock but you can use any size you choose and she has an excellent tutorial … Read More...
Bacon and Cheddar Bites
Here is a great dish for a potluck or a side dish with your chili and soup. This would also be great for brunch or a football party and of course New Year’s Eve party.
Warm or cold, this will … Read More...
Tutorial: Soft fabric blocks for baby or toddler
Marni from Haberdashery Fun shares a tutorial at Hello, Wonderful showing how to make these soft fabric blocks. These would make a sweet gift for a young child or perhaps a new parent. They’re stuffed with blocks of foam which … Read More...
Tutorial: Making Fabulous Boxes
Marie Segal, one of the clay queens, has treasure troves of great tutorials on the net. This one is for turning plain cardboard boxes into great decorated works. I think I have some of the same little heart shaped cardboard … Read More...
New Year’s Eve Appetizer Ideas
A tasty assortment of appetizers is a must for a successful New Year’s Eve party. If you’re looking for a few new recipes to try, check out this slideshow from Better Homes & Gardens. There are suggestions to fit … Read More...
How to make a coffee pod confetti popper
Coffee pods are the latest recycled item that crafters can get their creative on with and come up with fun and decorative projects. Stephanie sent in a link to the blog The Tip Toe Fairy where there is a fun … Read More...
Tutorial: 3 types of pockets
I am a pocket girl. I NEED to have my pockets to hold my keys and phone and other whatnot I seem to carry around with me. If a sewing pattern doesn’t include pockets, it’s easy enough to add them … Read More...
10 Quick Appetizer Recipes For Your New Year’s Party
Whether you are planning your own celebration for ringing in the new year, or have been invited to be a part of one, you will most likely be supplying some type of food for snacking. If you are a bit … Read More...
Tutorial: Reusable fabric countdown chain
Gemia from Phat Quarters shows how you can make a fabric chain to count down the hours till the New Year. Her tutorial is a guest post at On The Cutting Floor. I love her fabric chain idea! You can … Read More...
Using Everyday Objects In Different Ways
We all have items in our homes that we use every day. Things like lightbulbs, medicine bottles, food containers and etc. Well, have you ever wondered how many different ways you can repurpose those items to be used in different … Read More...
DIY Tutorial – Layered Feather Earrings
Are you planning on being a free spirit in 2015? Then you’re going to need these layered feather earrings made out of paper. I really love the gold and color contrast. For the full tutorial check here.
UK CrafftSellers Magazine 50% Discount
Imagine a magazine dedicated to selling your crafts. This UK based magazine is on-sale and 50% off. Start your New Year by learning the tricks of the trade and turn your hobby into a business. Subscribe here.
Style Me Quick – SimplyBridal Isn’t just for weddings
You might recall my post a few weeks ago on the End of Year sale over at Simplybridal.com. What you don’t know is that they sent me out a new party dress of my choice. It took me over … Read More...