By the looks of things, our readers can’t get enough of home organization tips. Well why not? This blog is about DIY ideas for and around the house.
Here is one such collection – and I am linking to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Foundation work two ways
Lynne of the Denver Sewing Collective shares two ways to do foundation piecing for a quilt top – plain paper and freezer paper. If you are unclear of the differences between the two techniques, get on over to her blog … Read More...
4 Easy St. Patrick’s Day Lunch Ideas
Here are some cute and healthy lunches that would put a smile on any child’s face or adult. The Frugal Female shows you four different lunches that she found online.
Sometimes you have to be creative to get those picky … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Craft
Discover how easy it is to make this wonderful rainbow mobile using little more than paper, cotton balls, and string. The rainbow is made by cutting paper strips, each piece should be about one inch short than the one above … Read More...
Tutorial: Dog belly band or Dog Diaper to prevent urine accidents
Jessica from Catobear shows how you can make a dog belly band to prevent urine accidents. Being a cat person myself, I had never heard of one of these things. It turns out, it’s kind of like a cross between … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY ruana shawl wrap
Anna from Plan B shows to make a ruana, a poncho-style shawl or wrap. It’s essentially a poncho with a slit down one side. It’s easy to make, requiring only that you cut it to shape and finish the edges. … Read More...
DIY Pocket Card Escort Display
Here’s a bright, colorful project just perfect for a spring or summer wedding – a pocket card escort display! You can get the complete tutorial and loads of beautiful photos of the project by Studio 11 Weddings at Something Turqouise… Read More...
Free pattern: Fit and Flare Dress
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a free pattern for her Fit and Flare Dress. It’s made from a t-shirt knit fabric, with a fitted bodice and a gathered skirt. You can accessorize it up for times you need to … Read More...
Tutorial: Crinkle taggie toy
Lisa from Cucicucicoo shows how you can make a crinkle taggie toy. They make great baby gifts and they’re easy to make. The little tags of ribbon peeking out from the edge are appealing to young hands. A layer of … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Kraft + Blush
Oh kraft paper – I love it so much! To me it’s one of the most versatile materials available. Kraft paper possesses endless creative possibilities for weddings, and as this lovely inspiration board from Southbound Bride shows, it’s not just … Read More...
Tips & Tricks | Improve Your Handwriting
I exclusively use my handwriting for journaling on my scrapbooking projects, but I know that everyone isn’t comfortable using theirs. So I was happy to see this post from Kate at Clover & Dot, with 3 Tips on Improving Your … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Love My Boys
Tutorial: Stenciled Clay Bookmarks
Mixing up clay and paint and stencils makes some great bookmarks as Judy proves with this tutorial. You could use the exact same technique to decorate anything clay. Covers for notebooks or tags for gifts or magnets.
DIY: Felt Clutch “I love…”
I am so thrilled that Lisa of “Love To Go” is sharing her unbelievable chic “DIY: Felt Clutch tutorial” with us. I love this clutch and want to make my own. Lisa has a superb pictorial tutorial to follow making … Read More...
How to Make No-Sew Scalloped Ombre Pillows
Roxy Taghavian of “Brit + CO.” is sharing her stunning “No-Sew Scalloped Ombre Pillows Tutorial” with us and they are lovely. Ombre is so popular in fashion and décor and these are easy and will freshen up your home. Roxy … Read More...
Easy To Make Yarn Banner DIY Tutorial
How stunning and imaginative are these “Yarn Banners”? This is a great way to use up your left over yarn or take from skeins of yarns you never had a use for. This project is a great stash-buster! These easy-to-make … Read More...
Video tutorial: Installing an exposed zipper
Professor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing how to sew in an exposed zipper. Instead of trying to hide the hardware of the zipper, an exposed zipper makes the zipper a design feature. You can have fun even with the … Read More...
Typography Embroidery Hoops $5 Wall DIY
I love Typography on walls like this or, purses, clothing and pillows. One of the best parts is there is no stitching required for this embroidery hoop DIY. Instead, you’ll be painting the letters on the fabric. BHG designers came … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Scrap fabric bunny softie
Kim from Seven Thirty Three shares a free pattern for this scrap fabric bunny softie. He is so cute!! His arms and legs and ears are a fun mix of color and pattern, and his tail is a bright pom … Read More...
Easy Rainbow Poke Cupcakes
Have you ever had a poke cake before? It is a basic cake with holes poked in it and then you pour jello into the holes. It’s a yummy surprise, when you take a bite.
These are really cute cupcakes … Read More...