Don’t miss this fun event, a blog tour sponsored by Riley Blake to promote their Union Jack fabric panels. Participating bloggers will share project ideas starting 4/1 and ending 5/1; get the blog tour schedule.
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Rice Krispy Easter Chick Pops
So cute!
Lucy at Craftberry Bush has created these adorable chick pops out of Rice Krispy treats shaped into balls. Dips them in chocolate and then in coconut.
You can put them on a stick or make a chocolate nest … Read More...
DIY – Hair Earrings
I will forgive you for thinking these are an April Fools Joke. At first glance it does look a little crazy. Trust me with the right outfit these could be really fun and very funky! I don’t think I would … Read More...
Party Ideas – Rainbows and Clouds
Usually when we think of Rainbow parties with think bright colors. That’s what makes this party styling stand out from the rest, the rainbows are pastel the clouds are pale and the decor is fluffy and sweet and delicate. Perfect … Read More...
DIY Chalk Board Clock
This Chalkboard clock could actually work well in our house. During the week we don’t run on time we run on routine. I can hear myself now “it’s time to get up”
“it’s time to get showered”
It’s time to … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Denim Bleached Jeans
The irony of me posting on mini shorts on April Fools Day is not lost on me. Clearly these are not something I could, would or should wear. But if you are brave, slim or athletic enough then this tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial: Fancy Nancy or shabby chic duvet cover
Amber from Tangible Artiste shares a tutorial at Grosgrain showing how to make fancy trim duvet cover. It’s easily made from two bed sheets and a variety of decorative trims. She made for her daughter’s Fancy Nancy themed bedroom, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Restyle an army jacket
Anne from WobiSobi shows how to refashion and restyle a boxy army jacket into a stylish casual jacket. She cinches it at the waist to give it a more flattering shape. Shortened sleeves give a lighter look, and metal studs … Read More...
Kids Craft – Egg Carton Frog
April is National Frog Month so why not make this cute, little frog who will happily be the mascot for this month-long observance. You can make this frog using a few basic craft supplies along with a couple of cups … Read More...
Free pattern: Simple A-line skirt
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern for making a simple A-line skirt. How cute is it in that bubblegum pink!! A simple skirt like this works well in a wide range of colors and styles of fabric. … Read More...
Free pattern: Fabric Easter eggs
Deanna from Sew McCool shares a free pattern to make a fabric Easter egg. They’re especially fun when each panel is cut from a different fabric. The pieces are all pretty small, so why not pull out your scrap bin … Read More...
Project: Easter Bunny Card
Visit my own personal blog P is for Paper and I’ll show you how to make this adorable bunny card, perfect for spring or Easter.
-Heather
Crochet Fuzzy Easter
Adriana has created this very cute and very fuzzy Easter basket – and promotes an idea I like along with it. A candy free Easter! Don’t our kids already get enough candy? Don’t we, too? Of course, a few treats … Read More...
Tutorial | Glue Gun Art Backgrounds
Make gorgeous painted backgrounds for your layouts and cards using this technique by Meghan Quinones at Blitsy Crafts. You will need a glue gun and art media like paint or inks. A simple but effective technique! Click here for the … Read More...
Tutorial | Make Paper Roses With Your Silhouette
You can make these gorgeous paper roses using a tutorial from Lia Griffith and a Silhouette cut file from Lil Mrs Tori. Tori used the PDF pattern designed by Lia to create a cut file if you don’t … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Birthday
Spotlight on Jill Palumbo
The last few pieces of Jill Palumbo’s work caught my eye after my peek into fanciful polymer clay pieces last week. She’s done a few recent pieces with fairy themes, shiny surface treatments and delicate sculpting techniques.
You can see … Read More...
Tutorial: Two-Sided Chalkboard Playmat
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how to make her Two-Sided Chalkboard Playmat for mess-free child’s play. One side is made from chalkboard cloth, and the other from laminated cotton. The chalkboard side can be scribbled with chalk and erased … Read More...
Tutorial: Pencil skirt sew-along
A pencil skirt is a wardrobe staple. The fitted skirt can be made dressy or sexy, or a little bit of both, depending on how closely it fits your figure and how you accessorize. Liz from Simple Simon & Co.… Read More...
How to: baby clothespin bunny
I am totally in love with this sweet “baby clothespin bunny” and I think this is a project we can all make. How clever is Maya of “Maya Made” to dream up this one of a kind clothespin bunny and … Read More...