When kids are home for summer break, we parents often try to encourage them to keep doing some things that are vaguely educational in addition to the resting and relaxing that summer is all about.
If you have older kids … Read More...
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by Sarah White
When kids are home for summer break, we parents often try to encourage them to keep doing some things that are vaguely educational in addition to the resting and relaxing that summer is all about.
If you have older kids … Read More...
by Sarah White
Raglan sweaters are my favorite. They are fun to knit and fit well, and they’re easy to customize with stripes or colorblocking.
The Parkway Tee from Arianna Soloway uses color blocking and stripes to make a fun sporty top. You … Read More...
For a sobering look at worldwide temperature changes throughout the years, take a look at this hand embroidered work by Sarah’s Hand Embroidery Tutorials. All I can say is wow!
Her design is a beautiful way to display an … Read More...
Amy R. used Nuvo Shimmer Powders in several different ways to design some amazing Thank You cards. She used them to create card backgrounds, watercolor her stamped images and add shimmer to die cut sentiments. I love all the wonderful … Read More...
The large off center layered circles in the middle of this layout from Krislyn not only draws the eye to the center but also looks like a large bubble, perfect for an Ocean themed design! Check out the cool border … Read More...
Do you like to make quilts, but are a little nervous because you want to quilt them by machine but don’t have a big longarm one? This guide from The Sewing Korner can help you out.
Complete with a detailed … Read More...
First, let me say how cute this stained glass bunny is and if he wasn’t cute enough already this artist used paints to add folk art style detailing to the glass. So if you want to paint your glass pieces, … Read More...
A couple of weeks ago we featured a bull dog puppy crochet pattern, well this week it is all about oodles.
What are oodles? they are dogs that have the Poodle breed within them. We own a Labradoodle, which is … Read More...
Do you adore pattern paper as much as I do? Next to stamps I think I have more pattern paper than any other crafting supply. I try hard not to horde it and actually use it but it there are … Read More...
Anna create a wonderfully unique “frame” around her summer beach layout using tags. She created the colors for her page background and the tags by ink blending Distress Oxide ink pads onto the paper. She created tags by cutting the … Read More...
Embark on a culinary odyssey where the tangy brilliance of lemons takes center stage, entwining with the artistry of desserts to create a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds. It’s a journey that traverses the realms of … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This raglan sleeve blouse is the perfect mix of dressy and casual. It’s an easy sewing project and So Sew Easy has a free pattern you can use. The simple lines can show off a pretty print, though it would … Read More...
Get ready to experience the epitome of sandwich perfection as we dive into a collection of 23 mouthwatering panini recipes that will elevate your lunchtime to a whole new level. These aren’t your ordinary sandwiches; they’re flavor-packed, melty, and oh-so-satisfying … Read More...
As the crisp air of winter settles in, there’s nothing quite like indulging in comfort food that warms both your heart and soul. Enter the realm of bread puddings – a medley of flavors and textures that define coziness in … Read More...
Get ready to embark on a mouthwatering journey through a collection of the most delectable tart recipes. From the classic to the creative, these 20 recipes bring together flavors and textures that will have you craving for more. Whether you’re … Read More...
Imagine the subtle aroma of Earl Grey tea filling the air, its distinct blend of bergamot orange and black tea leaves creating a symphony of flavors. Now picture these flavors artfully woven into a tapestry of desserts that defy … Read More...
by Liza Adams
One of the things people often ask when they have been needle felting for a while, is how to get the surface of their work nice and smooth. It’s generally one of those things that comes with time and … Read More...
I like to stack rocks (also known as cairns) and kids like to stack things when they are in an early learning phase. Either way this idea for painting a stack of rocks in a rainbow series is a pretty … Read More...
For a great way to learn all kinds of hand embroidery stitches, why not try a stitch along like this one from Stitch Fun! You can learn over 30 different ones, all while creating a unique and beautiful canvas. … Read More...