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You’ve probably seen amazing transformations of the garage sale furniture on Pinterests. With little experience and depleted funds it’s easy to think that restoring or even redoing furniture it completely out of your skill set. Stephanie from DIY Made Simple … Read More...
It’s time to get those Instagram photos off your phone and into a mini book! Use the instructions from Gathering Beauty to whip up this fantastic mini-album. Make one for yourself, and an entire pile to give as gifts this … Read More...
Disclaimer: I was given a copy of this book by the publisher to review. But as always, all opinions expressed here are 100 % my own, or those of my guest reviewer.
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Working on greeting cards for the Holidays, or upcoming birthdays? Try this idea from Blitsy Crafts. Use the washi tape
behind punch outs in the card. You can adapt this idea to just about any occasion, simply by using … Read More...
These Christmas pooches are hilarious and oh so sweet! Check out this and 14 other ideas for original holiday photo greeting cards at Mashable. From contemporary poses, to funny and creative ideas, I bet you’ll find something that sparks … Read More...
This is one of those simple little photo tutorials that abounds on Pinterest. I would use a core of foil for my tree so that the base stuck in better and you saved on clay and curing time. The scissors … Read More...
I consider myself creative, but for some reason I’m not very creative in the kitchen. Very happy that I have readers and the internet to fall back on. Like learning that you can make homemade mac and cheese in the … Read More...
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a free pattern for making a superhero cape for a child’s favorite stuffed animal or doll. How cute is that!! Give it a monogram applique to make it extra special. This would make an excellent … Read More...
Mary from RetroMonkeys shares a free vintage sewing pamphlet at the Pattern Patter blog for making a set of faux fur accessories. Included in the pamphlet are instructions for making a faux fur pillbox hat, hobo bag, scarf, and mittens. … Read More...
Thanksgiving turkey felt silverware pocket are an easy and fun craft for the kids. The supplies are inexpensive and available at craft stores. Crystal of “make it easy crafts” has this clever idea that will make your Thanksgiving guests feel … Read More...
Ink sprays are so popular, there’s so much you can do with and they work well with so many different mediums. Learn how to combine ink sprays, acrylic paint, texture paste and rubber stamps to make colorful tags. Stampington and … Read More...
A big bag will carry lots of stuff. But a big bag full of lots of stuff can also be uncomfortable with straps that dig into your shoulder. Sara from Sew Sweetness shares a tutorial on her blog showing how … Read More...
Isn’t this a delightful wreath? I like the idea of this colorful wreath hanging on your door to greet your guests and put a smile on their faces. He is made with felt and a t-shirt pom-pom and yarn. If … Read More...
Red Heart has a 12 weeks of Christmas e-mail series that’s full of ideas for knitters and crocheters looking to make their homes a little more festive this holiday season, but they also recently released the Make it Merry ebook… Read More...
Do you like to design and print your own fabric? Over at Julie Booth’s blog there is a fun tutorial on how to print a pretty modern fabric pattern with a bottle cap and battery. There is also a … Read More...
Disclaimer: I was given a copy of this book by the publisher to review. But as always, all opinions expressed here are 100 % my own.
Review: A Healing Heart by Angela Breidenbach
Admittedly, this is not a book I … Read More...
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Last week I told you about the fun new book A Head for Trouble
by Julie Turjoman, which is full of hats and accessories inspired by the fictional lady detectives of the 1920s. In it you’ll also … Read More...
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for her Wear Everywhere Skirt. The Wear Everywhere Skirt is a straight skirt with a single inverted center pleat. It’s a versatile skirt, one you can get much mileage from. With … Read More...
Are you hosting Thanksgiving dinner at your home this year? If you are planning to have guests, or have even offered to help with the big day, these 8 place settings will add the perfect finishing touch to your beautiful … Read More...
Finger knitting, the kind where you knit without any needles, is a great idea to help young ones learn knitting. And this rainbow scarf by Marlena is a perfect first project for it’s eye catching colors and effect.
You will … Read More...
