Rachel, owner of The Crafted Life now has an etsy shop! She’s still getting her etsy shop going but in her shop are some whimsical hand painted necklaces that are just lovely! You can view everything in her shop … Read More...
Tutorial: Little dirndl skirt
Kristin from Skirt As Top shows how to make a pretty dirndl skirt for a little girl. The full skirt is gathered on to a flat waistband in the front, but has an elastic waistband in the back for easy … Read More...
Project: Stamped Window Box
Find directions for making this lovely décor box from Michele Kovac over at Thought of a Cardmaking Scrapbooker. She stamped her floral image, punched it into separate squares and then added them inside a painted wooden window style box, so … Read More...
Crochet A Lacy Dress
This is NOT a project for a beginner, but if you can read a chart, you can recreate this stunning yet playful lacy dress/blouse. It’s a very special look that can work as a swimsuit cover up, a dressy sweater, … Read More...
Tutorial | Punch Basics
Want to get more out of your punches? Check out this Punch Basics series by Lisa Storms. It’s pretty amazing what you can create using basic shapes!
Show & Tell | Decorative Elements With Brads
Sara Winnick shares some tips for working with mini brads to create a decorative element like the one shown above. Hers was inspired by a pillow she owned.
Inspiration du Jour | Us Noi
I chose to feature Us Noi by elimargini (Elisabetta) because I loved the soft colors used for a travel photo, and the mix of gold and pink.
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… Read More...I’ve been scrapping since I was very young (I think
Adornment in Clay
After having done the Bead Soup Bead Party( a great big beady party) last weekend I’ve been flooded with pictures of the amazing beadiness polymer clay artists get up to. These are just some of them.
Slotted Building Discs
I found the ideas for these slotted building discs at Made by Joel and thought it was a great project to share with all of you. I love the idea of taking these along with you for a quiet activity … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy fabric corner bookmark
Read much? This fabric corner bookmark will mark you place when have to put your book down. Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial showing how to make one. It’s super easy to make and uses 4″ x … Read More...
Free pattern: Sunny Day Shorts for kids
Oliver + S shares a free pattern for their Sunny Day Shorts for kids. They’re quick and easy to sew up, and work for either boys or girls. You can make them plain, or add fun finishing details like patch … Read More...
Tutorial: The Ellie Travel Case
Heidi from Fabric Mutt shares a tutorial for making her Ellie Travel Case. This is such a fun little bag! It’s kind of a cross between a dopp kit and a kicky little tote. Finished dimensions are 7.5″ wide, 7.5″ … Read More...
DIY Felt Poppies {Memorial Day Poppies}
Dusty of “All Things G&D” has this attractive patriotic “Memorial Day poppy wreath” for us to make. Or make one poppy as a pin and wear in honor of our military! Dusty has had an interesting life so far and … Read More...
Burger Time Felt Busy Book Page tutorial
This “Burger Time Felt Busy Book Page” is a great educational toy for your children for summer rainy days or winter. It encourages pretend play, helps with coordination and color recognition. For a complete tutorial by Roberta of “mommy like … Read More...
Technique: Stenciled Glitter Paste for a Card Background
Find directions for making this beautiful card over on the Taylored Expressions blog. You’ll learn how to die cut a stencil and use glitter paste for a fun background technique.
-Heather
Winner of Epic Rubber Band Crafts
Congrats go out to Charlotte H. of Yakima, WA. She is the winner of Epic Rubber Band Crafts: Totally Cool Gadget Gear, Never Before Seen Bracelets, Awesome Action Figures, and More!
Freebie: Quilter at Work
How many times have you needed a few minutes to yourself? If you are like me you know the following to be true: If you have small children or pets, you will never pee alone again and you will … Read More...
Cross stitch – Freebie: Frozen
Do you have a fan of the movie Frozen in your house? Even if you want to scream whenever you hear that song, “Let It Go,” you can still stitch up this adorable pattern. I really love the colors and … Read More...
Rainbow Fruit Tartlets
In case you have some last minute events you need to bring a dessert to, here is a quick and easy recipe for you.
Ashton from Something Swanky shows us how to make mini fruit tartlets using Pillsbury sugar cookie … Read More...
Winner of Creating PDF Patterns course by Lauren Dahl
I’m happy to post the winner of the giveaway for a free registration to Lauren Dahl’s Pattern Workshop course, Creating PDF Patterns: From Sketch to Sale.
If you haven’t yet read my review of this course, go here to … Read More...