Some of us have easy access to real sand dollars, star fish, broken pieces of coral or even sea shells. Others of us are not so lucky. However, thanks to this post from My Pinterventures, you can have those pieces … Read More...
Harry Potter Butterbeer Latte
I will admit it, I’m just starting to watch the Harry Potter
movies and will try reading the book series. Today is Harry Potter’s birthday and this latte looks delicious! The drink is alcohol free, but there is an alcoholic … Read More...
Fifty Shades of Grey – Soap
With the upcoming release of the film, it is no wonder that “Fifty Shades” is back in the media. Have you read the book? Will you see the movie anyway? This time though you might be left feeling a little … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Little girls ruffled apron
Justine at Sew Country Chick shares a tutorial showing how you can make this beautiful ruffled apron for a little girl. If you know a girl who likes ruffles, I’m betting she’ll like this apron. There are rows and rows … Read More...
DIY Tutorial Wire and Felt Crown
Next time your princess wants to wear a tiara, consider making one of these simple yet elegant looking crowns designed by Donni from The Magic Onion. Donni and her daughter started off with a silver headband and transformed it … Read More...
7 sewing supplies to watch for at back-to-school sales
The only thing I like about back-to-school time are the school supply sales. Glue sticks, crayons, paper, all at rock bottom prices. I can’t resist! There are actually quite a few school supplies that are useful for sewing, and back-to-school … Read More...
Kitschy Shadow Box
Isabel from Craftosaurus is sharing a tutorial for these Kitschy Shadow Boxes. This Shadow box is made of typical children’s craft materials (ex: Popsicle sticks, felt, glue, pipe cleaners, etc.). It’s a fun projects that would be great for both … Read More...
Tutorial: Braided back tank
Anne from Wobisobi shows how you can refashion a basic t-shirt into this awesome braided back tank. The loose, drapey tank is perfect for summertime! It would be cute with jeans (or cut-off jeans), and a laid-back dressy when worn … Read More...
Spinning Your Crochet
While this lovely and exciting piece of crochet is not exactly meant to spin, it certainly has the look of a spinning wheel to me. It’s a mandala themed piece of which this is the central motif. Isn’t it stunning?… Read More...
Tutorial: Insulated lunch box
Can you believe it’s nearly back-to-school time again? Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a tutorial showing how to make an insulated lunch box that would be perfect for toting lunches to school. Or, use it to take a lunch … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Scalloped and lined kid shorts
Dana from MADE shows how you can create a pair of scalloped and lined kid shorts. You can wear them with the scallops at the hem, or turn the bottom up to make a scalloped hem. The cuff is especially … Read More...
Tutorial: Insulated baby bottle carrier
An insulated baby bottle carrier like this one would make an awesome gift for a new parent. Sew4Home shows how you can make one. It’s insulated to keep the bottle either warm or cooled, and it has a PUL lining … Read More...
How to make recycled milk jug earrings
Recycled plastic containers are such a great source of craft supplies. Check out these pretty white leaf earrings made from milk jugs. Pop on over tot he link Teena sent in to the blog Serendipitini for the tutorial on how … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a tennis skirt
The folks at Spoonflower have published a tutorial showing how you can make a tennis skirt. Keep in mind that you don’t have to actually play tennis to enjoy wearing a tennis skirt. You can wear the sporty little skirt … Read More...
Freebie: Geometric Motif
I am obsessed with small cross stitch designs and DMC delivers with this Geometric Motif. It can be done as a whole or each block individually. I think it would look great in little individual frames or maybe even break … Read More...
Freebie: Butterfly Wrist Cuff
We are lucky enough to have butterflies visiting our backyard. They are so beautiful just fluttering around from flower to flower. This free Butterfly Wrist Cuff from Aimee Ray is perfect reminder of summer and our little butterfly friends. While … Read More...
DIY Mini Party Blowouts
My son loves party blowouts, but I’d never thought about trying to make them myself until I saw the easy tutorial on A Tasteful Riot. Her mini party blowouts are made with paper straws, tissue paper, and glassine bags … Read More...
FO: Village quilt
Rachel of Stitched in Color kicks off her Done Good series with this FO (Finished Object), a Village quilt. As founder of Do.good Stitches, she expresses her appreciation for the hard work and results of participants, this being just … Read More...
6 Patterns For Felted Baby Booties
Felt shoes are perfect for that new little one in your home. They are simple to make, and so soft for those tiny little feet. Here are 6 different patterns for baby booties that you can make up, either or … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Vintage tablecloth apron
Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life shows how you can make this charming retro apron out of a vintage tablecloth. I love this idea!! This is a great way to use vintage tablecloths that are stained or ripped, and … Read More...