I feel like the only person still holding on to summer and avoiding the fall posts. Besides school posts of course. Probably because I’m not ready for what comes after fall.
This might be a cake that I would try … Read More...
How to make a silicone mould
This silicone tutorial is a little odd when you first look at it. Whilst it appears to work, I think it would only be suitable for basic designs. Having said that though I have NOT tried this tutorial so just … Read More...
Tutorial: Pincushion organizer and thread catcher
Elizabeth Hartman from Oh, Fransson! shares a downloadable PDF showing how you can make this pincushion organizer and thread catcher. The weighted pincushion sits on the side of a table, or perhaps the arm of a couch, with pockets hanging … Read More...
DIY Shoebox Pizza Oven Toy with Felt Pizza
What a clever idea for the littlest cooks in your family. You can make this from minial materials and put a big smile on a little ones face. Find a complete tutorial on “Made by Joel”! There are so many … Read More...
Get Ready for the Holidays with These Fun Ornament Patterns
I do not even want to think about how quickly Christmas and the other winter holidays are going to be here, but the fact is, if you want to craft something for your tree or for holiday gifts you should … Read More...
Make Glass Head Pins with Enamels
Today Jewelry Making Daily has a great tutorial and video on how to make glass head pins using a small torch and enamels. Barbara Lewis and her son David show how it’s done. These headpins can really take your jewelry … Read More...
Shapes, Counting and Colors Busy Bag
This is a fun fine motor activity that will also help young kids work on shape and color recognition and counting skills.
Nicolette, from Powerful Mothering, created this fun activity and free printable templates you can download and use. You … Read More...
Cricut Tutorial: Leather cut out clutch purse
The construction of this leather clutch that Erin from Sewbon made is super simple – just two seams. What makes it stand out is the cut out design on the front flap. She shares a tutorial showing how she did … Read More...
Summer of Sketches 15 | Three Photos Top Down
This sketch has enough room for three photos, and room for journaling too.
Vernell used all three photo spots
Hey! That’s us when we were little!
Francine used just one photos, and put embellishments in the place of the top … Read More...
Video tutorial: 3 steps to make an apron
You can make this stylish apron in just three easy steps. Simple Simon & Co. shares a video tutorial showing how to do it. The bottom of the apron is actually a tea towel, so the only sewing is making … Read More...
Freebie: Fox Card Paper Piecing Pattern
What does the fox say? He says “Hello”! Papercrafts Magazine is sharing a free pattern from their Sept issue featuring this adorable fox. Print the pattern onto colored cardstock, cut out and glue together for a cute card, banner or … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked drawstring bag
Nienke from Pienkel shows how to make a color blocked drawstring bag. She made this one for her son to take to school. He’ll use it to hold his gym clothes. Drawstring bags can also be used to organize toys, … Read More...
Tutorial: Beaded throw pillows without sewing any beads
Mark Montano shows how you can make these throw pillows with large beaded designs. And get this – no beading is required. Think of how long it would take to stitch all of those beads down by hand! Instead of … Read More...
Tutorial: Kids art caddy
Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio shares a tutorial showing how you can make this child’s art caddy. It has small pockets that hold pencils and crayons, and larger pockets to hold drawing pads. With a handle at either end, … Read More...
Pin The heart on the Skeleton Fun Game Tutorial (Halloween)
Aimée of “Paging Supermom” search the internet looking for a place to buy “Pin The heart on the Skeleton’ and when she ran into a dead-end; she took matters into her own hands and made one! She appliquéd one with … Read More...
Tutorial: How to attach a sew-in purse frame
If you’re making a purse with a metal frame closure, your last step will be to attach the frame. Frames are either the glue-in or the sew-in variety. If you’re using a sew-in frame, Red Brolly shares a tutorial showing … Read More...
Freebie: Learn Your Stitches
I was organizing my vintage patterns (I have a TON of them) and came across this test pattern. I think it is an adorable little tutorial. You can learn the stitches, practice your lettering and make a sampler with just … Read More...
Lingerie supplies shopping guide
Just the other day, a friend asked me if I’d considered making my own bras. Her question came after my 10-minute rant about how larger retailers rarely carry bras in my size. My response was that finding the materials suitable … Read More...
Travelling With Kids The Best Tips and Tricks
Travelling with kids does not need to be scary, just organized! Here are some of my tried and tested suggestions. During our last trip we traveled for 13 weeks, had 10 flights, 14 different accommodations, visited 6 countries, 3 different … Read More...
DIY Felt Scarf tutorial
You will look as though you just stepped off the fashion runway with this chic felt scarf. Think about making these as gifts if you want to put a smile on a friends face. These simple, homemade Christmas gifts can … Read More...