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Do you cringe every time the ice cream truck comes around? How about the prices at the ice cream shack or buying ice cream at the store?
Here is a fun activity to do … Read More...
Kandinsky Art Citric Fizz – Art Class
This activity is a fun way to combine an art history lesson and a science experiment. Brigette, from Life Lesson Plans, taught her kids about Wassily Kandinsky and chemical reactions at the same time. Many of us have done experiments … Read More...
Tutorial: Cell phone charging station or stroller pocket
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how you can make a fabric charging station for your cell phone. She says it also works as a cell phone pocket to hang from a stroller handle. The fabric pocket holds your phone, and … Read More...
6 Ways To Make Faux Stained Glass
Stained glass is such a timeless beauty, isn’t it? There’s something magical about the way light filters through those vibrant panes, casting colorful reflections that dance across the room. Unfortunately, true stained glass art is becoming harder and harder … Read More...
Spark Ecourse – Rekindle Your Passion for Blogging
If you’re an indie blogger who is running out of inspiration, this one is for you!
Spark is a 30-day email course designed to rekindle your passion for blogging — it’s the fuel you need to get back into your … Read More...
Tutorial: Double Layered Chevron Circle Skirt
Rachel from Nest Full of Eggs shares a tutorial at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make her Double Layered Chevron Circle Skirt for little girls. It’s made from a striped knit fabric that she pieces together to make a … Read More...
Project: Stamped Tag
Visit Tracy Evans’ blog and she will show you how to use inks, stamps and stencils for a lovely house shaped stand up tag.
-Heather
Crochet Container
Do you have any of these at your house? I drink a lot of generic ‘Crystal Lite’ so I acquire a lot of these little containers. Under the easily removed, colorful wrapping, the container is clear. It’s the perfect size … Read More...
Tutorial | Faux Wax Seals
Use your Silhouette machine and these instructions from Maritza to make these faux wax seals from cardstock. What a great idea! These would look nice on a scrapbook page or card for sure.
Inspiration du Jour | You Are My Star
I loved My Star by Marivi because of the title treatment as well as the grouped sequins and layering. What a fun page to celebrate a pet!
Learn more about Marivi by following these links
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Tutorial: Covered Flatware
Here’s a simple tutorial for covering flatware and little household items. The author covers how to make the canes, the pattern sheet to use and some steps on how to bake it. I would probably just bake this nestled in … Read More...
Glass for Good – Bullseye Glass Gives Back
Bullseye Glass is offering an opportunity for some fun fund raising for schools or non-profits. Schedule a class with up to 16 people at one of Bullseye’s own resource centers and you can get up to $800 for your school … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Easy knit sundress for a little girl
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how to make an easy knit sundress for a little girl. The bodice is simply a tube of knit fabric, with ribbons for straps and a skirt gathered to the bottom. You can make … Read More...
Release the…Quacken?
Some days you just need a little humor in your life. Thank goodness for Smeddly over at Craftster.org. This large rubber duck is just too cute to be scary! Inspired by … Read More...
Tutorial: Basil the Softie Bear
Amy from Nana Company shares a tutorial at eHow showing how to make a Basil Bear softie for a baby. His shape is simple and lightly stuffed. On the back, you can embroidery a label with the child’s name. He’s … Read More...
Gift Ideas: Embroidery Hoop Organizer
Let’s face it, there is only so much floss and tea towels you can give as a gift. Although there is always a need for DMC 310, who wouldn’t occasionally like to receive a giftie that not only is … Read More...
Tutorial: Pocketful Zippered Picnic Tote
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for their Pocketful Zippered Picnic Tote. You can pack a whole picnic in this bag! The large tote is insulated, with a wipe clean fabric on the inside and an outdoor fabric on the outside. Pockets … Read More...
Tutorial: Cascading Chevrons throw pillow
Camelot Fabrics shares a tutorial on their blog showing how you can make their Cascading Chevrons throw pillow. They designed the pillow to showcase their Penelope Collection. The prints and colors mesh beautifully! For a more graphic look, you … Read More...
Tip: Flower Accent made from Tulle
You can make a lovely flower embellishment for your cards or any paper crafting project by die cutting layers of tulle. Find a video tutorial over on the Papercrafts Connection blog. What a pretty feminine embellishment that makes!
-Heather
Fun Felt Crafts for Kids tutorials and patterns
Better Homes and Gardens have “Fun Felt Crafts for Kids” to keep the children busy this summer. I am showing you 4 pictures and there is several more to see; allow the kids to select their favorites and keep the … Read More...