Kelley of “One January Day” has is fascinating series on making “Prayer Flags” in four parts (see bottom of post for links). I found it mesmerizing and wanted to share her tutorials and knowledge with you. With the world in … Read More...
How to make a recycled paint swatch tag inspired by the book Packaging Your Crafts
Tags are a fun thing to make and the book Packaging Your Crafts is filled with tons of great tag and wrapping ideas for your crafts. I was inspired by this page that had striped recycled tags.
I used recycled … Read More...
Tip: Make Your Own Ombre Ribbon
he Impress Stamps blog will show you how to turn plain old white ribbon into a beautiful ombre colored ribbon using markers.
-Heather
Chicken Wire to Door Decor
Here is a fun way to create a door decor that uses some chicken wire!
You can, of course, use the chicken wire to create any shape, but the ladies at crafts unleashed came up with making a fun heart … Read More...
Sweet pincusion & sweeter pin toppers
Cute alert. This rectangular pin cushion is the work of Kristyne of Pretty by Hand. The color palette of pale pink and red has me swooning; and mushrooms are always a winner in my book. Oh, and her choice of … Read More...
How To Make Margarita Cookies
Here is a cookies for the adults. If you like Margaritas, this is your cookie.
Tara at Noshing with the Nolands has created this cookie for a cookie exchange with the theme of Cinco De Mayo.
There are 10 other … Read More...
10 DIY Greenhouse Projects
Whether you are a novice gardener or an expert, you can benefit from having some sort of a backyard greenhouse. They range in size from tabletop to a large room, depending on your needs. Most can be built from recycled … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt Camellia Gift Box
Karin of “Leigh Laurel Studios” has a tutorial for this stunning “Felt Camellia Gift Box” with complete instructions and a pattern. Felt flowers are versatile and a Great idea for Mother’s Day! Karin used a Sizzix camellia die cutter: but … Read More...
Graduation Party Drinks
If you are planning a Graduation party or even a simple graduation dinner at home then these adorable drinks are sure to bring a smile to your face. The little graduation hat’s finish off the black and white straws. You … Read More...
Artistic Journals By Camilla Olsson Art
These amazingly artisitc mole skin blank journals are created by Camilla Olsson Art.
They are plain journals (blank pages, no lines or squares) from Moleskine (Cahier). With a collage of vintages book pages on bottom and painted with acrylics and … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: The Slouchy Shirt
So last week I promised a free pattern of my Slouchy Shirt. I had hoped to get it up on Friday, but several straight days with major headache prevented me from getting it done. Thankfully, the headaches lifted this … Read More...
Knitting Patterns – Shrugs to Knit for Mom
It’s almost Mother’s Day in the United States, so I thought it would be fun this week to look at some gift knitting projects that would be great for moms, women graduating high school or college, or any other gift-giving … Read More...
Tutorial: Bow-back leggings
Shawnta from Shawnta Sews shows how to make these super cute bow-back leggings. The bows are a simple addition when making a pair of leggings. You’ll need to use a pattern that has separate pieces for the front and back … Read More...
Make Your Own Sponge Blocks
Valerie, from Inner Child Fun, claims this is a wonderful quiet time activity for children and I must say I do agree with her. Not only will the children have fun quietly playing with these homemade blocks, older kids … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a pastry cloth
Cami from Tidbits guest blogs at Make It and Love It giving 6 reasons why pastry cloths are helpful in the kitchen, and also sharing a tutorial showing how you can make one. It’s made from two layers of unbleached … Read More...
Tutorial: Double pocket clear vinyl pouch
Marni from Haberdashery Fun shows how to make this double pocket fold-up organizing pouch. The pockets have clear vinyl fronts so you can see what’s inside, and Velcro at the ends for easy open and close. The whole folds up … Read More...
Project: Tiny Paper Album
Turn a 12″x12″ pieces of pattern paper into a tiny album or fold out card. The Echo Park Paper blog has directions.
-Heather
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Freebie | Printable Travel Themed Labels in French
Kesi’art has this free set of printable travel themed labels and tags in French. Perfect for Francophones, Francophiles and those making a trip in a French speaking country! Click here to download.
What is Practical Scrapbooking?
Jennifer Wilson explains her thoughts behind her philosophy of Practical Scrapbooking and how she can help you scrapbook the things that are important to you, without feeling pressure or the need to constantly search for ideas. Click here to read … Read More...
