Ever wondered what it would be like if it was your family un-boxing your newly arrived scrapbook kit or purchases? In this video The Trophy Husband, who is color blind, and somewhat clueless about scrapbooking, un-boxes his wife’s Studio Calico … Read More...
Free Printable | Paint Chip Gift Tags
I had to share this great idea from A Cup of Thuy. You get a free printable, plus the instructions to make these gift tags. The base of the tags are paint samples! Once you download the printable overlays, you … Read More...
Freebie | Thanksgiving Print
Here’s a simply lovely Thanksgiving print for some decor this year. You could even use it as a way for your family to jot down one thing they are thankful for. Then include the page in your scrapbook album. it’s … Read More...
Make Clay Bears
This is another fondant tutorial (edible air dry clay anyone?) but I’ve made super similar polymer clay bears just like this. To Christmassify your clay bear tuck a jump ring in it’s head while it’s still soft to form a … Read More...
Warm Vanilla Milk
Last drink for the day is warm vanilla milk. I’ve always heard that drinking a glass of warm milk at night helps you sleep better. This drink might have to be a couple of hours before bed with the vanilla … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy pajama pants
Jude from Cocojude shows how you can make a pair of pajama pants. You can trace around a pair of pajama pants that fit you, so you won’t need to purchase a pattern. Pants are easy to sew, even easier … Read More...
Free pattern: Padded DSLR camera pouch
Live It. Love it. Make It. shares a free pattern for a padded pouch to hold your DSLR camera. The camera fits into the pouch lens down, and a large flap wraps over the top. There is no closure and … Read More...
Freebie: Thank You Die Cut
Just in time for Thanksgiving SVG Cuts is sharing a free “Thank You” die cut, perfect for cards, scrapbook pages and journals. All downloads are in Zip format and include the .svg files for use with Sure Cuts A Lot, … Read More...
How to make recycled plastic egg acorns
Acorns are my favorite fall icon and what a fun idea to turn plastic Easter eggs
into acorns! Pop on over to Jenny’s blog Craft Test Dummies for a great step-by-step tutorial and video on how to make recycled plastic … Read More...
Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
This second drink may become my daughter’s favorite this year! She is a hot chocolate addict and she loves peanut butter. I think I might even add a mini peanut butter cup or chocolate and peanut butter chips with Marshmallows … Read More...
Free pattern: Faux fur animal hood in 6 sizes
Christie from Lemon Squeezy Home shares a free pattern for this faux fur animal hood. It covers the ears and the neck to keep you warm on even the coldest days. Her free pattern comes in sizes XXS to XL, … Read More...
Frankie the Safety Pins Keeper
Are you always looking for safety pins and never can find one until one sticks you. Well here is the solution with Frankie the safety pin keeper. This would make an adorable gift you could make it any colors you … Read More...
New Classes For Winter from Bullseye Glass
Bullseye has some brand new classes that will take what you know regarding vitrigraph and murrini to the next level. Nathan Sandberg will teach those classes and then there’s the casting. I love casting glass and what Bullseye is offering … Read More...
Knit Some Gifts (or Warmth for Yourself) Quick with Arm Knitting
Arm knitting has been pretty popular this year, and I have to admit, though I don’t always like the look of arm knit projects, it is pretty fun and it’s a quick and easy way to use a lot of … Read More...
How to make a vertical sign
I have to say I usually think of signage horizontal but this sign really works vertical and is perfect for smaller spaces. Best yet it doesn’t require any nails in the wall to display so it is perfect for swapping … Read More...
8 Knitting Patterns For Thanksgiving
Welcome to our roundup of 8 knitting patterns perfect for Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is the perfect time to celebrate with loved ones, and what better way to do that than with some handmade knitwear. These patterns offer a wide variety of … Read More...
Tutorial: Cactus Christmas ornaments
Everything Emily shares a tutorial for making these cute felt cactus Christmas ornaments. They would be so cute on a Southwestern themed Christmas tree – especially if you used chili pepper lights. The simple shapes are quick to cut out, … Read More...
9 Handmade Ornaments Made From Recycled Items
The holiday season is just around the corner and what better way to get in the spirit than by creating handmade ornaments for your Christmas tree? Not only are they a fun and festive addition to your décor, but they’re … Read More...
How to fold a fitted sheet. The easy way
After the post yesterday on how to put the covers on a duvet in under a minute (what you missed it? Here it is), I got thinking that there must be smarter people than me out there who have been … Read More...
15 Window Treatments To Make On Your Own
Finding the perfect window treatment for a certain room in your home can be overwhelming and frustrating. There are so many options, colors, styles and designs and it is sometimes difficult to picture it in your head without actually seeing … Read More...