DMC has done it again with their sassy Emma Plum Fairy ornament (so named for their mascot, Emma Broidery). Created by Brooke Nolan, this little lady would look great on any tree or gift. You can customize her hair color … Read More...
Welcome Autumn Wreath Tutorial
Monika was born and raised in beautiful city Vilnius – capital of Lithuania and has a bilingual blogs which is great for us English readers. She is sharing her new tutorial she made to celebrate her favorite season of the … Read More...
Bon Bon Coffee Cozy Knitting Pattern
I love the little Lion Brand Bon Bons. It’s a collection of a bunch of tiny coordinating skeins of yarn that you can use for small, colorful projects. I’ve used some to crochet Christmas things, I made some accessories … Read More...
Giveaway: Getting Started Knitting Socks
Our winner is Dianne S.
There really is nothing better than a cozy pair of handknit socks on a cold day, and if you’ve never had that feeling because you’ve never knit a pair of socks before, I’m here to … Read More...
Ooey Gooey Blackberry Butter Bars
This recipe would be great for the dessert table, but would also make a great gift too. You could bring this as a hostess gift or give to your neighbors and teachers for the holidays.
Love blackberries, but I might … Read More...
Freebie: Printable sewing lesson vouchers
As people who love to sew, it’s natural to think about sewing up a stack of Christmas gifts. But you can also give the gift of sewing itself. How about giving sewing lessons as a Christmas gift? The recipient will … Read More...
How to make button topped jar
If you are like me, I bet you have a collection of buttons. You just might keep them in a jar. A lot of us do. But Mark Montano has switched it up and created a fun way to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Scarf camera strap cover
Ronja from Nur Noch shows how she created this lovely camera strap cover out of a scarf. The bright patterned design of the scarf is much more attractive than the standard black nylon strap. She kept the original seams of … Read More...
7 Indoor Firewood Storage Solutions
Do you have some sort of heat source in your home that requires firewood to stoke the fire? We sure do, and I am so grateful for that fact. If you are like me and have this type of heating … Read More...
DIY Felt Ninja pouches and throwing stars tutorial
These ninja stars are a great safe “boy or girl craft” and a great way to introduce simple sewing to any karate kid. They also make great homemade gifts. Andie of “American Felt and Craft” has this cool tutorial on … Read More...
White Chocolate Coconut Cream Pie Parfaits
Elegant looking, but easy! My kind of dessert!
Listen to the oohs and aahs in your mind as you imagine serving this lovely dessert for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any party.
If you’ve been following me, you know I’m all about … Read More...
Dollar Store Organization Ideas
With the holiday season quickly approaching, we all know we will have house guests, and our lives will only get busier. Take a few minutes before the hustle and bustle sets in to organize the trouble spots in your home. … Read More...
The Gemmy’s Awards – 4 days left to enter
THE GEMMYS
A New Jewelry Arts Design Annual Competition
Presented by Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist Magazine
Do you dream of seeing your work in print?
Would you love to be part of a showcase of the best in contemporary gem … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY modern leather backpack
Julie from Our Chez Nous shares a tutorial at Imagine Gnats showing how you can make a leather backpack like this one. It has clean, modern lines which also mean there aren’t too many pieces to cut out and sew. … Read More...
Nature Walk Turkey
Hopefully the weather is still nice enough where you are to go for a walk and collect some treasures to make one of these adorable turkeys. If you look closly at the turkey’s tail, you will see it is made … Read More...
WINNER- Ink of Me
Last week I featured the etsy shop Ink of Me by Preston Dean. You can read more about his amazing artwork here.
Today I’m choosing the winner of the giveaway! Congrats to Ginger Benedict! You will get a free print … Read More...
Free pattern: Little girls knit pajamas
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares the pattern she used to make her daughters matching pajama sets. They’re made from knit fabric, with legging pants and a long-sleeved t-shirt. The pajama top flares out at the hem. For a slimmer … Read More...
Card Project: DIY Snow Globe
How adorable is this snowman snow globe?! You can make your own using a glass jar and filling it with water and glitter, add a tiny tree inside and best of all add some stamped images too, by laminating them … Read More...
Freebie & Tutorial | Paper Succulent Gift Toppers
Maritza is generously sharing her free Silhouette cut file for these paper succulents, and showing how to use it to create these succulent gift toppers. Smaller ones would work really well on a layout, card or mini-album too. Gather up … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt baby’s first Christmas ornament
This Baby’s First Christmas ornament would make a sweet gift for a new parent. Rachel from Family Ever After shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how to make one. You can make them in any shape – … Read More...