Geneva from A Pair & A Spare shows how you can make this fab fringed leather clutch – with no sewing! The long fringe down the sides is a dramatic detail. but guess what? That fringe down the sides actually … Read More...
Halloween Craft – Paper Name Skeletons
Name art might be considered a classic (I remember making one in school as a child and, as my children always jokingly remind me, I am old), but I like the Halloween twist on this one. Cindy, from My Creative … Read More...
Etsy Shop of the Week- Little Honey Bee Studio
(Dakota Makeup Bag pictured above)
Today I’m featuring Little Honey Bee Studio, an etsy shop by Norma Gomez. Norma is an extremely talented mixed media artist. Here is a little bit about Norma from her etsy shop-
“I’ve been … Read More...
Project: Pumpkin Centerpiece
Can you believe the pumpkin in this amazing Halloween display is made with a ball of string!? The plain white ball of string has been colored with ink sprays and is surrounded by stamped, embossed and die cut images. The … Read More...
Tutorial: Pom pom pillow covers
Deby from So Sew Easy shows how you can whip up some fun pom pom pillow covers. It’s easy to include pom pom trim when sewing together your pieces. The pom pom trim adds texture and a bit of whimsy … Read More...
A Little Halloween Clay
Cute, tiny things for Halloween. Made by the talented polymer clayers of Etsy:
 Pumpkin Creature Figurine by PlayfulPixieCreation |
 Halloween Brownie Minis by KatydidMiniatures |
 Pumpkin Carving Miniature by SaraMadeCreations |
 Cornucopia Miniature by RedBearMiniatures |
Knitted Glass?
Artist Carol Milne makes knitted glass art. How does that happen? Glass is solid (sort of) and when it is molten and in a state that it can be manipulated, it’s too hot too touch. What really happens here is … Read More...
Halloween Lunchbox Ideas
Halloween doesn’t just have to be about the candy. Surprise your kids with a Halloween theme lunch or dinner on Halloween night. You could take this theme through the rest of the holidays too. Corey has 4 other options that … Read More...
Tutorial: How to repair small holes in knit fabric
Agy from Green Issues by Agy shows how you can repair small holes in jersey knit fabrics. You know, those tiny holes that pop up at places where the fabric gets extra wear – at the corners of pockets, in … Read More...
GIVEAWAY- Glitterville’s Handmade Christmas
From a wonderful world where things sparkle and shine,
Here’s a fabulous book for Christmas time.
Glitterville is the place you know,
Where you can create anything from wreaths to snow.
Stephen Brown guides you through the whimsical crafts,
With … Read More...
Kidoodle.TV Freebie Is the Perfect Candy-Free Halloween Treat
If you’re looking for non-candy goodies to pass out for Halloween or to add to your costume party goodie bags, Kidoodle.TV is offering printable cards with promo codes for two months of the popular on demand video service for kids … Read More...
Kitty Hat! Original Craft by Lee Meredith
Nicole on Craft Stylish used Lee Meredith, contributor; pattern and design used to make her Kitty hat. Lee has a step-by-step tutorial from felting your sweater to cutting out your hat to designing it and making the cat’s face. Several … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric wrapped wooden spoons
These fabric wrapped wooden spoons have me thinking of Christmas gifts. A set of these spoons would make such a nice handmade gift! Alice & Lois shares a tutorial showing how you can make them. And yes, they say you … Read More...
How to make a recycled pool noodle wreath
While the theme of this recycled pool noodle wreath is summer, I tend to make my wreaths for fall and Christmas. Pool noodles are easy to come by and quite inexpensive especially this time of year. Pop on over to … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Kids long sleeve raglan sleeve t-shirt
Emily from Nap-Time Creations shares a free pattern for making a kids raglan sleeve t-shirt. The long sleeved raglan tee works equally well for boys and girls. The raglan sleeve lends itself well to mixing prints, which is a plus … Read More...
The Eyeballs in the Tree
Ok, so it’s not really a real monster, right? It is very clever, whatever it is.
This might look really cool if it were to glow in the dark, because at night time, a giant pair of eyes that look … Read More...
Make Your Laundry Days A Little Easier
Laundry is something that we just have to do. As much as some of us may absolutely hate it (yes that would include me), it just has to be done. Whether you have laundry that is piled up for days, … Read More...
Read my review and giveaway of Playful Hoodies
Looking for some quick Halloween costume ideas? I’ve just posted a review & giveaway for Playful Hoodies: 25 Reinvented Sweatshirts for Dress U
p, for Costumes & Fun by Mary Rasch. Be sure to read all the way to … Read More...
Ghost Cupcakes
This ghost is cute and friendly like Casper the friendly ghost! Do you remember watching Casper when you were little. One of my favorite cartoons.
As you can see the cupcake is made in a cone with the frosting looking … Read More...
31 Ideas To Have Fun At Your Wedding
A wedding is meant to be a celebration so don’t get caught up in the planning of perfection and end up forgetting that you need to have fun. Have some things going on at your wedding and/or after party for … Read More...