These chunky slices of stone have been turned into a “Statement” necklace in just 5 mins. Pretty impressive as I can’t even make 2 minute noodles in 5 mins. I love the idea of being able to create things quickly, … Read More...
DIY Tugging Box Activity for Toddlers
This project is so simple you will be surprised at how entertained it keeps older babies and young toddlers. I will admit, for as long as I have worked with kids of all ages, I had never heard of a … Read More...
Freebie: Morning Dew Cross stitch pattern
I’m sitting here watching the rain fall on my newly planted garden and thinking of how peaceful it is. Just me, a cup of tea and four dogs…okay, maybe not that peaceful. This gorgeous Morning Dew pattern is perfect for … Read More...
Freebie: Best Friends
Do you have a best friend? Someone that is there for you no matter what life throws at you… to share the rain along with the rainbows? This precious hoop from Jessica … Read More...
Free patterns: Evil queen and hag
Jennifer of Fandom In Stitches shares two patterns that use a paper piecing method of quilt block construction. Shown, is the Queen from Snow White, described in her blog post as “pathologically jealous”. The other side of her is the … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Tag
Tim Holtz is sharing his monthly tag making tutorial for April on his blog. This time he’s using die cuts, metal, cork, paints, ribbon and more for this terrific mixed media tag. I love how he used the “negative die … Read More...
Crochet Christening Gown – Special Baby Treat
This site is full of lovely patterns for baby! This Christening Gown is one of the least complicated yet prettiest ones I’ve seen – and the price is quite reasonable.
At justcrochet.com, Heather offers everything you’ll need for … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Flower Garden Quilt
This fun quilt sprang from Val’s Quilting Studio this week. I am digging all the details – the stitching, the yo yos and rick rack. She gives a nod to Paula of The Sassy Quilter whose Triangle QAL got her … Read More...
Tutorial: Charming baby quilt and pillow
Julie from 627Handworks has a frugal side, making this pillow from leftover half square triangles from a baby charm quilt. Both pillow and quilt are featured projects at the Moda Bake Shop. Check out Julie’s step-by-step instructions; get your … Read More...
Tutorial: Laminated Letters Placemat
Nicole here from Modern Handcraft shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how to make her Laminated Letters Placemat. It’s a laminated placemat with colorful letters. She made hers with the whole alphabet to help her son learn his … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing knits without a serger
I prefer to use my serger when I sew knits, but not everyone is lucky enough to have a serger. No worries, though. Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how you can sew knits on your sewing machine with ease. … Read More...
Project: Metal Foil Flower
Make this cool metal flower using foil cardstock and alcohol inks, directions are over at the Ranger Ink blog. I could see making a bunch of these, adding stems and giving them as a bouquet for Mother’s Day!
-Heather
Wool Felt Hair Accessories for Baby
For several years now I’ve seen flowers on babies that are bigger than their heads and all the photographers are using them. These flowers with or without the headbands; that Ashley of “make it and love it” are so delicate … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew chevron tie-dyed halter top
Anne from WobiSobi shares a tutorial showing how to this chevron tie-dyed halter top, with no sewing required. Her tutorial shows how you can make the chevron tie-dye on a plain t-shirt. Then, she links to a previous tutorial showing … Read More...
No-Bake White Russian Chocolate Tart
This dish is grain free, sugar free, paleo friendly and gluten free!
I have to admit that the recipe had me at No-bake and White Russian, but there really isn’t a lot of alcohol in the recipe. There is only … Read More...
Tutorial: Gathered tulle veil attached to a barrette
Deanna from Sew McCool had sticker shock when she saw how much the veils for her daughter’s First Communion cost. $175 – $300!! Luckily, she’s handy with a thread and needle and so she was able to make one herself … Read More...
Tutorial: Revamp a vintage suitcase with pretty fabrics
Designer Leah Duncan shares a tutorial at Art Gallery Fabrics blog showing how you can use pretty fabrics to revamp a vintage suitcase. This is a particularly good project for a vintage suitcase that is showing wear, but that has … Read More...
37 ways to give your kitchen a deep clean
One more via BuzzFeed – a way to make sure your OCD really kicks in and that you kitchen is brand spanking clean.
Not really sure the need for such a deep clean, but if you need to, then these … Read More...
7 Sweet Treats Made From Polymer Clay
There are so many endless possibilities when it comes to polymer clay art. Although they are itty-bitty works or art, the details are impeccable, making them look even more realistic than ever. Here we have brought to you 7 tutorials … Read More...
Party Ideas – Glitter Girl
I love this elegant white, pink and glitter party for a little girl. This theming would also be perfect for older girls too. It’s sophisticated yet princess all at the same time. Very Very adorable. If anyone want’s to throw … Read More...