1st Steps by Catherine Martin
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Tutorial: Fancy Cake Mini
There’s really no secret about my fondness for adorable food minis. It’s not something I’m terribly talented at making so I admire them from across the internet. The Mouse Market makes some of the cuter ones. Here’s a tutorial with … Read More...
Free Pattern: Bunny Ballerinas
Just in time for spring The Awkward Niche has created this adorable Bunny Ballerina embroidery pattern. The pink tutu is killing me! So stinking cute! I’m pretty sure everyone should celebrate … Read More...
Practice makes perfect placemats
Rachael Rabbit doodle stitched these fancy feathers and kept going until she had made four quilted placemats. All this started out as a way to practice making feathers from a FMQ pattern by Leah Day. Go HERE to see more … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make fabric yo yos, plus a template
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make fabric yo yo you can use to make little fabric flowers or cute hair accessories. You can buy plastic yo yo makers at the fabric store, but they’re not necessary. All you … Read More...
Tutorial: Doll stroller make over
Baby doll strollers take a lot of abuse. They get pushed around, left out in the rain, even sat in by a toddler. All of that wear and tear takes its toll on the cute little stroller your bring home … Read More...
Restyled Canvas Bag with Stunning Felt flower DIY
What a spectacular tote and it is restyled! Lana Red Studio has an amazing tutorial overflowing with a vast variety of craft applications. You are going to love this “Restyled Canvas Bag tutorial” and you can put your own spin … Read More...
Pom Pom Craft for Kids-Three Blind Mice tutorial
Michelle from Molly Moo out of (Limerick, Ireland) is a guest blogger on Cathy the founder of “Nuture Store” out of the UK! Molly Moo is an award-winning blog that has crafts for children, and parents to make with and … Read More...
How to Fix a Worn Heel in a Sock
Knit socks are a thing of beauty, and a thing that’s meant to be worn and enjoyed. But socks are under a lot of pressure, particularly in the heel and toe areas, so the odds are good if your socks … Read More...
Cinderella’s Tabletop, Felt Easter Chicks and/or Elsa’s Snowflake Hair Barrettes from Frozen
Delight your children Easter guests with a Cinderella’s Tabletop with these sweet “Easter Chicks” and be sure to make enough for the children to take home. And you can make “Elsa’s Snowflake Hair Barrettes” from Frozen and thrill everyone. These … Read More...
How to “bling” out a cell phone case
You can score the plain cases at the dollar store and have too much fun making them look like this with just about anything using the tutorial on how to make an embellish a cell phone case at the blog … Read More...
Tutorial: Hairbrush Keeper
In the morning dash to get everyone up and ready for school or work, every minute is precious. Susan from Crafterhours shows how to make a Hairbrush Keeper to avoid a missing hairbrush emergency. It’s a fabric pocket that hangs … Read More...
10 Decorative Macaron Ideas
Spring is almost here and with it comes weddings, showers, and other events. What better to serve than some whimsically decorated macarons? Below are some lovely examples of decorating ideas to inspire you. The designs are taken from … Read More...
How to Knit a Continuous Cable Border
Rachael Rabbit has a great tutorial for working a continuous cable border on a knitting project that you’re going to want to grab soon. It will be available through the end of March, at which time she’s making it into … Read More...
Origami flower and faux taxidermy deer tutorials, books and craft supply giveaway
Over at Craftside, you’ll find an amazing step-by-step tutorial that walks you through creating an origami twisted rose, a gorgeous project that combines the art of paper folding with floral beauty. This unique rose design adds a fun, sophisticated twist … Read More...
Free pattern: “Ann Kelle” Baby Booties
Andrea from Knitty Bitties shares a free pattern for making a pair of baby booties. She designed them to feature the Remix flannels from Ann Kelle. The bright, fun fabrics are perfect for these little booties! Ribbon ties at the … Read More...
Burlap Easter Bunnies
These adorable Burlap bunnies are so simple but so cute! Create them using a patterned pre-made burlap and this very simple pattern tutorial. If you can’t find the printed burlap, never fear because the plain ones are just as … Read More...
Party Ideas – Crayola Color Party
This Crayola Party can not help but be Colorful. The colors are amazing and it’s like your stepping into a rainbow. This party would be suitable for older kids if you take more of an “Art” angle to the games … Read More...
Bath Bombs (No Citric Acid)
This Bath bomb recipe from Red Ted Art uses NO citric acid. Citric acid can be very hard to find in some countries and areas so this recipe is perfect for all those people.
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Easter “Crown Of Thorns”
Here is a very realistic, crown of thorns, for your Easter dress up or decorations this year.
Find the details on how to make this at SewForSoul: Easter Crown of Thorns.