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Architect designed furniture may seem like vanity to some, but looking at these clever ideas, with free downloadable blueprints, you would be silly not to indulge your favorite 4 legged friend a little.
These ideas are varied, and very dog … Read More...
A zippered pouch is a quick but satisfying project. This patchwork version will show off a handful of your favorite fabric scraps. Vanessa from LBG Studio shares a tutorial showing how to make one. Use it as a pencil pouch … Read More...
Your home’s front porch sets the stage and makes an impression on your guests that can stay in their minds for a long time to come. Dress up your own space for Fall with some of these great ideas. Most … Read More...
This article shares the healing properties of Cypress Essential oil. When rubbed onto the bladder area it can help prevent night time accidents. If you want to find out more on how it work then check out the full blog … Read More...
I love recycling crafts so this project really caught my eye. Amanda helped her kids create works of art using little more than pages of newspaper, cardboard, paint, and glitter glue sticks. Her daughter created the adorable owl picture that … Read More...
Alexia from Lexi Made shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to make this military-inspired cardigan. The wide lapels and metal buttons take their cue from military uniforms. Bias trim finishes the front edges and emphasizes the lines … Read More...
Kimberly shared this ribbon wreath on her blog, Bugaboo.
While she didn’t post a tutorial for the wreath, it’s extremely easy- just tie ribbon around the wreath form to get this fun look!
As Kimberly says, This Halloween ribbon wreath … Read More...
Sew4Home shows how you can make this Halloween bat mobile. With button eyes and goofy fangs, the bats are cuter than they are scary. Hang them from a tree branch or a simple wooden dowel. You could also use them … Read More...
Add an extra special touch to your cards by stitching on them. Paper Crafts magazine is sharing several free card patterns that incorporate stitching as well as fabric piecing. There’s also an embroidery guide to teach you lots of different … Read More...
This is the basic pumpkin making tutorial: orange and green clay, a tool to make marks. You can make fabulous little pumpkin beads, pumpkin decor. You can fancy it up by antiquing your pumpkins or turning them into little … Read More...
Made from the Wildwood fabric collection by Cloud 9 Fabrics, this pretty in pinks and blues quilt is the work of Kirsty at Bonjour Quilts. Of the project she explains,
… Read More...The pattern only requires simple patchwork sewing, using colour gradation
Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can make a pleated skirt with a wide waistband, that’s sure to become a wardrobe staple. It can be as dressy or as casual as you like depending on what you put with … Read More...
Theresa from The Art of Moseying shows her cheap and easy method for making these fabric pumpkins. She got all the fabric she needed to make all of these pumpkins for just $12, which I think counts as cheap. And … Read More...
If you have a cat, you will be amazed by these 14 architecturally designed homes that were created by design firms from around America for free for Architects for Animals charity.
All these designs are stunning ideas that really show … Read More...
Show your team spirit at your next tailgating party with a team t-shirt banner like this one. Jane fromMaiden Jane shares a tutorial showing how to make one. You’ll need a stack of t-shirts for your favorite team, but … Read More...
Are you having a hard time tying in the current holiday décor with your own home décor? It can sometimes be difficult to find that right balance without letting your holiday items look cheesy and out of place.
This great … Read More...
I love pecan pie, but sadly my family doesn’t. Kind of the opposite of pumpkin pie situation. This recipe will solve my issue of having to eat a pie all my myself. Or at least make me feel less guilty.… Read More...
Victoria is a Canadian and their family lives in the prairies and hosts a blog called “Vixen Made”! She is a stay at home mother of three children. When her daughter started asking what time it is and what time … Read More...
This eclectic style bracelet is made using vintage earring pieces. Whilst I don’t suggest you break up grannies heirlooms I do suggest you take a look at flea markets and Op shops. Perhaps you do have heirlooms that you just … Read More...
These DIY cold packs are perfect if you have little kidlets in the house. You can use them for bumps and bruises as well as keeping lunch boxes chilled. The bright colors are a little fun and also make it … Read More...
