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Make these holiday scented wax tarts for gifts this holiday season. (Yes Christmas is coming fast!). The recipe and FREE printable label can be found here at Soapdelinews.com. Create gift baskets with candles, oil burners and home made wax tarts … Read More...
The family rumor is that I come from a line of Gypsy’s. It’s not hard to believe then why I am drawn to this type of style. It’s definitely a new trend that is hitting the world. Maybe it’s time … Read More...
Rachel from Adventures in Making shared this tutorial on how to tie dye tissue paper. I have never heard of this technique, I think it is really awesome!
In the tutorial, Rachel shows you the steps on how to fold … Read More...
My daughter is in 5th grade this year! It’s her last year in elementary school – and her first year to have a locker. This is a big deal for a 10 year old. So of course on our … Read More...
I have colored rice and noodles for craft projects and sensory play, but I have never thought of coloring dried chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans). Dyan, from And Next Comes L, made these for her kids to play with … Read More...
I may have several purses in my closet, but really I’m a one bag girl. I’m never actually going to take the time to switch all my stuff from one purse to another, just because the new bag will match … Read More...
Heather Greenwood shares how she made the gorgeous piece above using varying products and techniques from Silhouette. She used printable canvas, corrugated paper, white sticker paper and sketch pens, as well as various cutting techniques to create this honeymoon memento. … Read More...
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern for making this bias trimmed tank top. If it looks familiar to you, you might be remembering it from a post of hers last week with a pattern … Read More...
Craftsy is a great place to learn new crafting techniques, they offer on-line classes for many different crafts like jewelry, photography, quilting, cake decoration and paper arts too. They offer paid classes but also free mini class as well. Each … Read More...
Isn’t this mini book gorgeous? Melissa Samuels made it using a clever accordion fold method.
The finish is gorgeous, and the book is simple to construct. You’ll need 12×12 paper, a paper trimmer, and glue or tape. Melissa takes you … Read More...
When I saw these coasters, they made me chuckle. Only a parent would come up with this idea. Put the spill down before you even fill the cup with something that can be filled. You can see this on Etsy.com … Read More...
Got an extra photo lying around? Use scrapbooking paper and embellishments to create a cute 4×6 frame for displaying a treasured photo. Albion Gould takes you through the steps. You’ll also need ModPodge, letter stickers, a foam brush and … Read More...
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing what to do when a shirt fits just a little bit too snugly. With a bit of creativity, you can add the extra that you need to make the … Read More...
Who are we kidding. Who doesn’t like U2! Their albums are the foundation of any good record collection.
And they are giving away their newest album for free to all iTunes members!
The album, titled, Songs of Innocence, is only … Read More...
Sometimes I wake up in the middle of the night sweating. Other times, it’s the cold that wakes me up. Staci from Crafty Stacishows how to make a pillowcase for those of us whose bodies can’t seem to figure … Read More...
Susan from Sugar Beans used vintage fabrics to take some wooden clothes hangers from purely functional to absolutely adorable. There’s no sewing required. The ones she made are for her daughter who is starting college this fall. They’re so pretty … Read More...
Rowan is getting set to launch its second mystery knitalong project on Oct. 1, and this time the designer behind the fun is color master Kaffe Fassett.
Rowan’s brand manager, Kate Butler, says in a video about the project that … Read More...
No kids’ party is complete without candy and a pinata! Terra over at Mama Says Sew has some easy step-by-step instructions for how to make your own out of supplies you can find around your house or easily picked up … Read More...
The Brooklyn Tweed collection for fall is out, and it took fisherman knits as its inspiration but uses classic cables and chunky style in a whole new way.
Check out the lookbook for more information and eye candy (on location … Read More...
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for this happy sunshine baby toy. The plush sunshine has a happy appliqued face and rays of ribbon tags that will keep little hands occupied. Use different colors and textures of … Read More...
