I can’t believe that is it November! Where did October go? A new month means a new stitch along over at Craftster.org. This month’s theme is Vintage, Retro, Nostalgia. Do you wish for the old days? Feel like you … Read More...
10 Fun Sensory Bins for November
There is plenty of reasons to celebrate and explore in November. One great way for little hands to explore is with sensory bins. Autumn is in full swing so they can explore colorful leaves, sweet apples, and even tiny acorns. … Read More...
Tutorial: Drawstring fabric gift pouch
Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shares an updated version of her Fabric Gift Pouch tutorial. Originally published in 2011, her tutorial is now updated with better photos. The small fabric pouches are made with 2 8.5″ squares of fabric, … Read More...
DIY Reversible Tote Bag with pockets
Although the site is in Spanish, the pictures should be enough to help guide you through making this beautiful reversible XL Tote Bag.
Sara’s Corner has created this bag because she didn’t like carrying heavy bags for grocery shopping, and … Read More...
Etsy Shop Feature + Giveaway- Ink of Me
Today’s etsy shop feature is Ink of Me by Preston Dean. I love the map inspired prints he creates! Here’s more about Ink of Me:
We sell Word Maps, Typographical Posters, and Stencil Portrait Prints.
I am an architect with … Read More...
Project: Christmas Elf Flip Flop Card
How cute is this elf card? I love cards with movement! Kristine will show you how to fold a cardstock base and partial cut a die cut label shape to make a fun flip flop card over on her blog … Read More...
Combining Polymer Clay and Science
Outside of my art and craft world – which occupies a lot of my life, I admit – I have a technical background and an interest in things science-y. It is definitely one of the reasons that polymer clay appeals … Read More...
Healthy Candy Corn Snack
It’s Halloween night and oh what a fright! Hope all the little goblins, princesses and super heroes have a safe and successful Halloween! And hopefully bring home some of Mom and Dads favorite candy too!
Here is a great snack … Read More...
How to make a fairy twig crown
If you are in need of a last minute Halloween costume simply go outside and gather up some sticks and twigs then pop on over to the link Nikki sent in to the blog Tikkido for the easy tutorial on… Read More...
Knit a Stocking for Your Christmas Dinner Utensils
It all started with a pin. I don’t even know where the original pin came from for sure (though I found the image at Mommy Despot) and I know I have pinned somewhere but I can’t even find the … Read More...
8 Cold Weather Knitting Patterns
As the temperature drops and the days get shorter, it’s important to have warm and cozy clothing to keep you comfortable. That’s why we’ve put together a collection of the top 8 cold weather knitting patterns to help you … Read More...
Tutorial: Airplane Tray Activity Center
If your holiday plans include traveling with small children, this Airplane Tray Activity Center might be what you need. Trina from Will Cook for Shoes shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew showing how to make one. It slides over … Read More...
Deodorizing Your Home
Soon enough the weather will be cooling down and we will be spending a lot more time indoors with the heat turned up and the dreaded cold/flu bugs going around. All of these are conditions that cause our home to … Read More...
Drop Cloth Pumpkin Tutorial
The end of Halloween does not mean the end of pumpkins. Pumpkins are very popular during the Thanksgiving holiday. Deborah of “Green Willow Pond” has created the most adorable drop cloth pumpkin so naturally pretty with the aged firewood stem … Read More...
Strawberry Ghosts
Do you have friends come over before the kids go out trick-or-treating? Here is a cute treat that you can enjoy before heading out.
You really can’t go wrong with chocolate covered strawberries. You need white chocolate, strawberries and mini … Read More...
DIY – Altered Spoon Pendants
If you are trying to create an eclectic look or use up the odds and ends in your supply drawer this style of Spoon pendant is original and quirky. Layer beads, chains and oddments to create a truly original piece … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Bohemian Boho Gypsy Hairstyle
I am still on a Bohemian style trend so when I came across this fab tutorial by freckled-fox.com I just had to share. I love the length of her hair it’s beautiful and I can hear the folk bands playing … Read More...
Clothespin Dinosaur Craft
Do you know a little dinosaur fan? This craft might be just up their ally! Amanda, from Crafts by Amanda, decided to use clothespins
to make the fun dinosaurs because they make perfect chomping jaws. Using felt, along with the … Read More...
Last Minute Halloween Donuts, Plus a Great Hallmark Coupon
Even if you put off party planning till the last minute, these adorable monster donuts are easy to pull off. Just stick plastic vampire fangs into plain cake donuts and accent with black candy eyes and red gel frosting. You … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted Wrap-and-Go Casserole Carrier
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making their Quilted Wrap-and-Go Casserole Carrier. The insulated carrier wraps around a casserole dish to keep it warm. Handles on the outside make for easy carrying. They give dimensions that will fit a 9″ x … Read More...