Nothing says spring like ladybugs, flowers and little elves running around trying to catch them. This pattern is too adorable and perfect for the first day of spring. I hope this little one brings a smile to your face. You … Read More...
A Common Thread
I really do think that all people who do needlework share a common thread. Whether we design our own art, or follow a pattern, love modern images or vintage classics, we are connected by the love to create. Susan at… Read More...
Big Sale at Silhouette!
Starting today March 20th –31st Silhouette is having a fantastic sale on print & cut items! I used two of the products on sale for my fun Harry Potter themed project, I used the Printable Cotton … Read More...
How to decoupage mason jars: 18 unique ways!
I normally don’t like to link to sites that have their ideas based on multiple pages – but in this case, I am going to make an exception. This list of 18 cool and unique ways to decoupage mason jars… Read More...
Stuffed Cadbury Egg Easter Cupcakes
Easter is April 20th.
One of my favorite treats besides Peeps are Cadbury Creme Eggs! Thankfully I am only able to eat one, due to the sweetness.
Courtney at Pizzazzerie has created a cupcake with the Cadbury Egg baked in. … Read More...
Spring Butterfly block for Vintage QAL
Happy first day of Spring! These butterflies fit the scene of blooming flowers, pollinating bees and nest building birds. Charise Creates shares these Spring Butterfly blocks as part of her Vintage Block Quilt Along (QAL), in progress. Go HERE … Read More...
Tutorial: Pom pom polka dot pillow
Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shares a tutorial at Polk Dot Chair showing how to make this pom pom polka dot pillow. Bright pom poms are scattered across the front of the throw pillow to create a … Read More...
Knit Flowers to Decorate a Tote Bag
Looking for a quick stash-busting project that will also get some cheery flowers into your life? Check out this flower-embellished tote bag from blogger purl3agony.
This is a great way to cover up a logo (or a stain) on a … Read More...
How to make a recycled plastic bag flower garden picture
I have done this technique with fabric into Styrofoam but what a great idea for using recycled plastic bags. Thanks to Sharon for sending in this link to Crafts n Coffee where there is a great tutorial on how to … Read More...
DIY Quartz Necklace
I think every woman/girl should have at least one piece of Fluro bling in her cupboard. This neon beaded necklace is balanced out with the Quartz icicles that hang down around the neckline. For the full tutorial check out Thanks … Read More...
Free pattern: Scallop cuff capris for little girls
Hayley from Welcome to the Mouse House shares a free pattern for making her Kipper Capris for little girls. Their contrast scallop cuffs are all kinds of cuteness!! Her free pattern will make the capris in a little girl’s size … Read More...
Tutorial: How to set jeans rivets
Sabra from Sew a Straight Line shows how to set rivets in a pair of jeans. Her post is part of the month-long I Dream of Jean-ie series with Melissa from Melly Sews, which focuses on sewing your own … Read More...
First Day of Spring – Bird Nest Feeder
If you are going to be cleaning out your craft room or cupboard as a part of your spring cleaning routine, you can donate any unwanted yarn to the birds. Fill an empty suet feeder
full of small pieces of … Read More...
Tutorial: I’m Running Away play knapsack
Stef from Girl. Inspired. shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs showing how to make her I’m Running Away play knapsack. She designed this fun project to complement children’s survival play scenarios. It’s a cotton drawstring sack with a … Read More...
DIY Eat Cake Glitter Banner + 2 More Glitter Signs!
Create a gorgeous, glittery banner for your wedding or bridal shower dessert table with this fun tutorial from Lia Griffith! The post includes a template to download and tips for cutting the foam and a link to instructions for … Read More...
DIY Rock Candy Place Cards
A place card that’s also a sweet, glittery treat? Genius! Emmaline Bride shares how to make these fun and festive place cards here. So fun for bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, weddings receptions, and more!
Tutorial: Simple leather iPad or tablet cover
Molly from Almost Makes Perfect guest blogs at Pretty Prudent today with a tutorial showing how to make this leather iPad or tablet cover. Elastic tabs hold the iPad or tablet in place, and a long cover wraps around it. … Read More...
Project: Framed Chocolate Bunny Easter Decor
Add some whimsy to your spring décor and use your Cricut die cutting machine to make a sweet chocolate bunny framed for Easter. Click here for the instructions to make this quick and easy project.
-Heather.
Tutorial | Ombre Watercolor Resist
This share is a two-fer! Mabey links us to her tutorial showing how to do the ombre resist above, but first she gives a refresher course in heat embossing. So gather your papers, stamps, embossing powders and inks, and … Read More...
Freebie | Digital Stamp Inspired by Arrow TV Series
Christine from penny Blossom is sharing this free digital stamp, of a character based on the Arrow TV series. In the image above, you can see how Christine coloured the stamps in with Prismacolour pencils. Click here to … Read More...