We are so conflicted these days about how much screen time is OK for our kids.
It doesn’t help that there are so many conflicting opinions out there.
Do you agree with this opinion that says that limiting kids screen … Read More...
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by Vikram Goyal
We are so conflicted these days about how much screen time is OK for our kids.
It doesn’t help that there are so many conflicting opinions out there.
Do you agree with this opinion that says that limiting kids screen … Read More...
Pumpkins are everywhere in the decorating world and today we have brought you another great idea to add to your Fall decor. These adorable 3-D pumpkin frames are simply irresistible and can easily be customized to fit your own color … Read More...
This simple ring design is created by fallfordiy.com and is so delicate and elegant. It would be beautiful paired with a black outfit and simple gold earrings and heels. Another great introduction to wire wrapped projects and techniques.
After contracting Viral Meningitis a few years ago I became obsessed with Hand Sanitizer. I got sick after the swine flu peak in 2009. I literally have a bottle of the “bought stuff” at my front door for people to … Read More...
The local bakery makes a nifty flavour-of-the-week batch of cupcakes and macarons each week and the macarons are definitely my daughter’s favourites. Here’s the fun clay version. The tutorial uses eraser clay but you could definitely use any of … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for making her Lizzy Peplum, a little girls military inspired peplum jacket. The gathered sleeve caps and a gathered ruffle are girly elements, while the vinyl stripes and buttons across the … Read More...
by Dana Hinders
If you’re hosting an outdoors-themed dinner or party, the cute cutout hedgehogs at Crafting in the Rain are a fun place card or table decoration idea. There are also instructions on making a cupcake stand. If you have a Cricut… Read More...
Celebrate autumn (even if you are sad to see summer go) by having your kids make a colorful autumn tree picture. All you really need to make this picture is some paper and glue, but you can easily make it … Read More...
by Katie Smith
Stephanie rounded up 25 ways to creatively display clothing on her blog, Swooden Says. I think this is perfect for bloggers wanting to take styled photos, or for indie artists looking for craft fair displays!
She rounded up 10 DIY … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Filo & Lino share a tutorial showing how to make this double compartment zippered clutch. It folds in the middle, with a zipper across the top providing access to both compartments. With the two compartments, you’ve got double the storage … Read More...
Pumpkins provide the quintessential element for rustic autumn weddings! I’ve been gathering a wealth of pumpkin-inspired links on my Posh Pumpkins Pinterest board, and now there are 175 inspired ideas and counting. I am partial to gilded, glammed-up pumpkins, but … Read More...
I love the cool and creepy vibe of the Octopode Factory digital stamps (check out their Etsy shop here), many of their images are perfect for Halloween. They have a great collection of freebies on their blog too … Read More...
by jd wolfe
I think every Halloween home needs a friendly spidery doily. This one, designed and offered as a free pattern by Betty Johnson, (see link below) is perfect! It works up very quickly so you can make more than one … Read More...
I love these spooky but stylish candy bar wrappers and treat bag toppers from Creature Comforts.
There are two versions of each design set for you to use, one with text and one with a blank label section so you … Read More...
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Now don’t these look yummy! How cute would … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Erin from Francois et Moi shows how you can make this leather lattice tote. The style is sleek and modern. The simple lines make this an easy bag to make. Slits cut in the leather give it texture and shaping. … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Lindsay from The Cottage Mama shares a free pattern for making a pair of Mary Janes for baby. They’re pretty from quilting cottons, but you could also venture to other fabrics, like a felt or lightweight vinyl. Her free pattern … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Hate it when the pocket lining on an inset pocket rolls to the outside? Understitching will help keep that from happening. Deanna from Sew McCool shares a tutorial showing how you can understitch a inset pocket. It’s just a few … Read More...
Lawn Fawn stamps is introducing some of their brand new winter and Christmas clear stamp sets and matching die stes like the lovely Joy to the Woods set, perfect for making cute woodland winter scenes. On the Lawn Fawn blog … Read More...
by Linda Lanese
Always check out “Better Homes & Gardens for seasonal crafting ideas. Like this Felt Acorn Pincushion with a pattern or these Harvest-Color Felt Coasters. There are 26 crafts in all that you may like to try. Put a touch … Read More...