Vanessa from Craft Craftea shared this Bowtie Jar on her blog as well as a tutorial on how to make it! She created hers for Fathers day, but this isn’t just for Father’s Day; these also make great gifts all … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple leather cuff
Kelly from Sewing In No Man’s Land shows how you can make this simple leather cuff with a clever wrap-around side tab closure. She shows it here on her daughter, but that’s because her little girl has claimed it for … Read More...
Bubbles In A Teacup – Tiaras and Flowers
Delightful things to make you smile…..
When Bubbles In a Teacup Founder Nikki was getting married she struggled to find the perfect Tiara at a reasonable price but of a good quality. After a lot of searching she found the … Read More...
DIY Paper Straw Party Frame
What a cute way to decorate some party signs. This tutorial shows you how to cover a frame for a party or event. This would also be a cute way to capture a party photo long after the party is … Read More...
Afghans for Afghans Looks to Shower Babies
Afghans for Afghans is a longstanding knitting-related humanitarian organization that provides hats, blankets, socks and other warm knit goods to the people of Afghanistan.
Right now they’re in the midst of a June baby shower campaign and are seeking socks … Read More...
CD Case Labyrinth
This is a great project for older kids who are complaining about being bored! Let them make their own mazes using this tutorial shared by Teri from The Journals of Giddy Giddy. These mazes are made by recycling old … Read More...
Happy Birthday to Me!
Yahoo! Today is my birthday! 29 again! What are the odds? While I am out playing on my birthday, I am sharing this Happy Birthday pattern from CloudFactory. From pop culture to holidays, there is a pattern for everyone. I am … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY hammock chair
You can DIY a canvas hammock chair like this one. Rachel at A Beautiful Mess will show you how. The chair itself is easily made from heavy canvas fabric, and it hangs from rope and hardware that is easily found … Read More...
DIY Watercolor Wedding Invitations
Learn how to watercolor your own wedding invitations with a step-by-step tutorial from Something Turquoise. The results are so soft and pretty, and always unique to you! Get all the details here.
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Yellow
Yellow is such a sunny, happy color! I’m glad to see that it’s still a favorite choice for wedding celebrations! The Perfect Palette shares ideas for a yellow wedding with a southern soiree theme here.
Discover a treasure trove … Read More...
5 mosquito Insect Repellent Candles you can make at home
When the temperature rises and the sun starts shining, there’s nothing quite like hosting a backyard BBQ, pool party, or even just an intimate get-together with friends and family. However, as much as we all enjoy spending time outdoors, we’re … Read More...
Free pattern: Star Spangled Skort for little girls
Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop shares a tutorial for making these Star Spangled Skorts for little girls. It’s a gathered skirt with a pair of shorts sewn in so your little girl can play all she likes without about modesty. … Read More...
Duct Tape Fox Backpack
Got duct tape and a little bit of time on your hands? Make an awesome duct tape fox backpack with this fun tutorial from Heather at Dollar Store Crafts! The fox is still super popular right now, and this backpack … Read More...
Tip: Dimensional Envelope
It’s great to add bows, buttons and heavy embellishments to a card but then how does it fit inside of a regular envelope? The JustRite Stamps blog has the answer with directions for making a dimensional envelope.
-Heather
July 4 Crochet – Rewind
http://handmadebyannabelle.blogspot.com/2010/06/make-your-own-red-white-blue-cup-cozy.html
Here are two cute and quick ideas for July 4. Of course, you can change the color and use the patterns for other occasions too!
http://handmadebyannabelle.blogspot.com/2010/06/make-your-own-red-white-and-blue.html
This is a ReWind article – to save my sanity. I’ve posted the … Read More...
Tutorial | Chalkboard Camera Tags Using the Silhouette
Maritza shares how she made these camera tags using a Silhouette cut file and a chalkboard background. Use them for gifts, or as embellishments on a layout or card.
Inspiration du Jour | Day Trip
I really love the background treatment on Day Trip by Scrap Maman (Nathalie). The combination of inks and layered patterned papers is quite unique.
Tidbits about Nathalie:
How long have you been scrapping? I believe I started to seriously scrapbook … Read More...
Tiny Clay
Polymer clay is perfect for miniatures. And here is a selection of tiny, charming minis in dollhouse scale:
 |  |
| Polymer Clay Baby by MinniesMiniatures | Miniature Carrots by PureJoyMiniatures |
 |  |
| Dessert Stand by BonAppetEats | Landsknecht Figure by CWPoppets |
Give Traditional Picnic Food a Clever Update
Burgers are a safe standby for any summertime picnic or cookout, but you can give this classic meal idea an unexpected twist by making a giant three pound burger that will serve six adults. The burger is placed on a … Read More...
Tutorial: All Star Travel Pouch
Vanessa from Tried and True shows how to make her All Star Father’s Day Travel Pouch. The zippered pouch is made from vinyl, with a reverse appliqued high top sneaker. My inner 90s grunge girl is totally geeking out on … Read More...