Just in time for the new year, get a head start on being organized with these four free printable 2015 calendars. Each is a uniquely different style, so you’re sure to find one to suit you. Use to track family … Read More...
Tutorial: Air Dry Roses
These lovely rose pieces are made with air dry Deco Clay. Many of the pieces I’ve seen Deco used for are absolutely fabulous florals. The tutorial for these pieces is in Russian but here is a translated link to browse. … Read More...
Bacon Spinach Blossoms
This was sent for the holidays, but you could definitely have it any time you need an appetizer. I hear if you have bacon in one of your appetizers, you can’t go wrong. Obviously, you could make it without the … Read More...
Free pattern: 1-hour Reversible Tote
Marni from Haberdashery Fun shares a free pattern for making this reversible tote. The simple pattern can be made in just 1 hour! You can make it from two coordinating quilting weight cottons. The handles are made from contrast bias … Read More...
Freebie: New Years Digital Stamp
Ring in 2015 with this adorable New Years stamp of mice holding balloons. You can download it for free over on Sliekje Digital Stamps blog. Happy New Year!!
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps? Check out the digital stamps at … Read More...
Winner: Artful Christmas: 30 Elegant Craft Projects
Congrats go out to Taerie K. of Salineville Ohio. She is the winner of Artful Christmas: 30 Elegant Craft Projects by Susan Wasinger
Giveaway: French General: A Year of Jewelry: 36 Projects with Vintage Beads by Kaari Meng
Just in time for the New Year I have a giveaway of the new book:
French General: A Year of Jewelry: 36 Projects with Vintage Beads
by Kaari Meng
Leave a comment in today’s post by Wednesday January 7, 2015 … Read More...
5 Minute Sparkly Felt Fortune Cookies
Try these 5 minute sparkly felt fortune cookies New Years Eve for your celebration; they will be a big hit with your guests. Jen of “Satsuma Designs” created these beauties and is sharing her how too with us. She has … Read More...
Found object jewelry organizing and display ideas
I love when you can use what you have around to organize and display another collection of your stuff. That is just what Sadie of Sadie Seasongoods has done with spools, twine, plates and mystery objects. Pop on over to … Read More...
Tutorial: Reversible New Year’s banner
I’ve got a tutorial over at my personal blog, Orange Bettie, showing how to make a reversible New Year’s banner. On one side is the current year, and the other the year to come. Display it with the current year … Read More...
It Must Be the Year of the Cowl
Every time I do a roundup of cowl knitting patterns, it seems like another round of the projects hits my email box. That’s a good problem to have because cowls are fun to knit and really useful. I don’t wear … Read More...
Meatless Slow Cooker Meals
One of my resolutions for the new year is to eat a little more healthier and at least one meatless meal. It should be easy, since there are days, I just don’t want a big meal. I know I can’t … Read More...
New Year’s Games, Ice Breakers, and Activities
If you’re searching for clever New Year’s party entertainment, Themed Party Ideas has several quick and easy games for you to try. My personal favorite is their balloon fortune game, in which guests get to pop balloons to see what … Read More...
Tutorial: Wooden spool wreath
This spool wreath is something I’m sure all my sewy friends can appreciate. The whole wreath is made of wooden spools! Heather from Dollar Store Crafts shares a tutorial at Live Craft Love (the Darice blog) showing how to make … Read More...
Increase Your Home’s Value AND Save Money
Owning your own home can be a great investment. It can also be a little overwhelming and intimidating at times. However, did you know there are ways that you can increase your home’s value and save money? Most of it … Read More...
Giveaway: Artists & Makers Magazine
Congrats to Alicia, nan50 and Shelli.
Interweave/F+W have been releasing a lot of fun special issues of their magazines lately. Artists & Makers
(retails for $9.99) is a special by the editors of Cloth Paper Scissors, but it’s great for … Read More...
Cross-stitch really can be addicitive. Is it your drug?
I am sure at some point we have thought that our craft may be more than a hobby but an addiction. But this news story really puts “crafting is like a drug” to a whole new level. Oxycodone pills concealed … Read More...
Gold Tassel Earring and Necklace Set
This gold tassel tutorial actually is part of a kit, but don’t despair if you can’t get the kit in time for your big event, you know that little one coming up called NEW YEAR’S EVE. You can use what … Read More...
Dear Kate – No More Panty Liners
Dear Kate is helping the world of landfill one less panty liner at a time. What am I talking about you say? Dear Kate knickers
are not your ordinary knicker they can hold up to 3 tsp of liquid and … Read More...
28 Free Dishcloth Tutorials
A crochet dishcloth roundup is a great way to kick off your year with a fun and practical project. With 28 different tutorials to choose from, you’ll have plenty of options to keep you busy throughout the year. Whether you’re … Read More...