Meghan from The Sewing Geek shows how you can make an ABC Alligator Game to play with a preschooler. The game teaches children to recognize the letters of the alphabet in a fun, active way. The parent calls a letter, … Read More...
Summer of Sketches | Three Photos
There’s enough space for three photos on this sketch.
Vernell used all three slots to show off some blooms
I did a spin off and only used a single photo.
Follow our linked names to get more info … Read More...
Freebie: Fun with Memory Wire
Have you ever worked with memory wire before? I will admit that I am a little leery about using it for projects. Metallic thread is bad enough! DMC USA offers up this tutorial and pattern for a Mini Embellished Cake … Read More...
Sale: What Delilah Did
I am a long time fan of What Delilah Did. I love her patterns and kits. For a limited time, you can get her patterns and kits for 50% off! You heard me right, 50 PERCENT! How great is that? … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork scarf with tiny pom pom trim
Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how to make this pretty patchwork edged with tiny pom pom trim. She cut her fabric pieces from stack of coordinating fat quarters (Emerson line by Dear Stella). For a less matched patchwork, … Read More...
Freebie: Stamping 101 On-Line Class
Craftsy is offering a free online stamping mini class sponsored by Inkadinkado stamps. This class is perfect for newbies and beginners, learn the basics, like which inks to use and also some great techniques like stamping on vellum. Click here … Read More...
Crochet A New Stitch
Have you discovered the site that sends you an email every day to teach you a new crochet stitch? I think it’s totally amazing! While I do not necessarily have time every single day to practice a new stitch, I … Read More...
The No-Makeup Look
Did you know that there is a no-makeup look? Where you are putting on makeup, but it is setup to look like you if you have not bothered to put any on.
Crazy? Or Clever? I am actually torn. I … Read More...
Secrets to a budget friendly fabulous party
I don’t know any party that is not on a budget. Or maybe I am just not invited to those parties.
But if you are like me and the rest of the families, then this timely article for 7 budget … Read More...
A whole floor made with Pallets
We have blogged about things to do with Pallets before. Here and here.
But this may be an entire new direction in which to take the craze for reusing pallets.
Admittedly, the floor looks great and this is a … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewn in bow for a dress or top
Sherri from Thread Riding Hood shows how she added a bow to the bottom of the bodice of this little girl’s dress. It’s a pretty detail that adds personality to a simple dress pattern. The top of the bow is … Read More...
Tutorial: Create a sewing space in your kitchen
I won’t lie. It’s nice having a dedicated room in my house for my sewing. But you don’t HAVE to have a whole room to have a sewing space. Adrienne from All Style and All Substance shows how she carved … Read More...
Tutorial: Keepsake t-shirt pillows with knotted corners
Whether it’s a favorite team, a hard run 5k, an awesome concert, most of us have a t-shirt – or two, or three, or more – that is special to us. Sew4Home shows how you can turn that shirt into … Read More...
Freebie: Printable Cupcake Topper
Make the transition back to school for the kids a little easier with cupcakes 🙂 Add this free downloadable apple cupcake topper from Claudine Hellmuth to top them off.
-Heather
Looking for more discussions about Card making? Check out our… Read More...
How to make a rock mat
Not a rock lobster. Anyone who get’s this joke, take a bow:) Do you collect rocks when out on walks or from vacations? I do. I currently keep them in jars and plastic bags. This idea for using them to … Read More...
Yarn Wrapped Letters for Fall
Sarah of “repeat crafter me” is sharing her idea and tutorial for her darling “Yarn Wrapped Letters”! I have been seeing these letters with decorative Felt characters around the Internet and you can make these in your choice of … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy beach towel swimsuit cover up
Summer may be nearing its end, but there are still plenty of pool days left! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make a simple swimsuit cover up from a beach towel. You might even be able to … Read More...
Cork Owls Tutorial
Happy Hooligans is hosted by Jackie, a wife and mom to two teen boys. She also runs a daycare out of her home started in 1998 and thus comes the name The Hooligans. Many of her projects are geared to … Read More...
Throw a Frozen Party for Your Summer Baby
A Frozen party isn’t just for those born during the winter months! If you have a summer baby who is dying to celebrate with Elsa and Anna, The Daily Meal has a list of suggestions to help you adapt this … Read More...
Miley Cyrus Crafts
Yes she does.
Think of Miley Cyrus from her Hannah Montana days and I think you will be taken to a nicer place than the current version of Miley Cyrus.
And believe it or not, she actually crafts in her … Read More...