Love pinterest!
Here is a really cute idea for those of us that wish we had the time to bake. This little trick will make the store bought brand look homemade and extra special. Tracy at Made from Pinterest shows … Read More...
How to make a recycled coffee table window bench
If you happen to be in need of a bench and have a spare coffee table (or score one at a yard sale or curbside) pop on over to the blog Measured and Slow for a great tutorial on how … Read More...
Party Ideas – Henry Hugglemonster
If you have no idea who Henry is then my gosh where have you been? Henry is the cutest little monster you will ever meet. This adorable party is filled with cute decorations and easy to try ideas. Henry Huggle … Read More...
DIY Chai Sugar Scrub Hearts
I love Chai! I love to drink it, I love to smell it and I love to bath in it. Here is a great recipe for Chai Sugar Bars that will leave you wanting more and more. Pair it up … Read More...
Tutorial: Vinyl tote with door hinge corners
Daniel Parker from Studs and Buttonholes uses some unusual hardware on this vinyl tote he made. It’s actual hardware, like from the hardware store. More specifically, a door hinge. Love!! It took some experimenting for him to figure out the … Read More...
Tutorial: Padded calculator pouch
Tonya from The Crafty Mummy shows how she made this padded calculator case for the calculators her kids have to bring to school. The padding will help protect it from bumps, and a zippered top makes sure it doesn’t spill … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy embroidered edge bed sheets
Stef from Girl. Inpsired. shares a neat idea for dressing up a plain set of sheets. She uses a decorative stitch on her sewing machine to add a contrast embroidered edge to the sheets and pillowcases. It’s a quick project … Read More...
Technique: Watercolor Stencil Technique
The Paper Craft Magazine blog has a cool tip for turning your stencils into a stamp for a fun watercolor look. Add stamping ink to your stencil with a sponge, spritz it with water and then stamp it, very cool. … Read More...
Clever Valentine Crochet
Sher over at Fly The Coop Crafts is at it again – creating very cute, quick crochet projects, complete with tutorial and free pattern. I love buntings or swags to hang over curtain, windows, above doors, on … Read More...
Textured Groundhog Puppet
This project doesn’t have to made exclusively for Groundhog’s day because this puppet will brighten any day. Older kids can do it all by themselves and younger kids can do it with just a little help. This is a wonderful … Read More...
Polymer Clay Around the Home
Polymer clay to brighten your home up:
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| Ring Bowl by FlowerTownOriginals | Switchplate Cover by Peggers |
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| Decorative Mirror by 2bSmitten | Napkin Rings by TheLittleDearies |
Glass and Yarn from Contemporist
Over at the web site Contemporist they were showing some vessels designed by Alexandra Denton and Sofia Lazzeri in a collaborative project. By combining the two materials they contrast between the hardness of the glass and the softness of the … Read More...
Project, baby groundhog plush with shadow blankie
Mollie host of the Wild Olive Blog has this darling “baby groundhog plush with shadow blankie” just in time for Groundhog Day 2-2-2114. She has a complete tutorial and downloadable pattern for us. Wow, Mollie he is a cutie and … Read More...
Super Bowl Sunday Football Field Banner + Coaters
Heather is the author of two crafty blogs: “We Grow By Our Dreams” and “The Vintage Sheet Blog”. The two tutorials (ABOVE) are on We Grow By Our Dreams for Super Bowl Sunday “Denver broncos and Seattle Seahawks” just use … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Journal Page
The Paper Artsy blog has a very detailed post showing many different mixed media and collage techniques for a journaling page, including using stamps, paint, paste, stenciling and more. Click here to check it out.
-Heather
Happy Year of the Horse!
It’s officially the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac, so I thought it might be fun to take a look at some knitting patterns that incorporate horses.
How about a knit hobby horse? Of course! Here’s one from … Read More...
Tutorial: Install an invisible zipper
An invisible zipper isn’t as hard as what you think to install, especially if you use a special invisible zipper foot. Ajaire from Call Ajaire shows how to do it in a step-by-step tutorial. The invisible zipper foot keeps her … Read More...
Valentine Cookie Decorating Kit with Poem
So Cute!
I know this isn’t an actual edible craft, but I thought it was a good edible packaging idea.
Seems now a days we only get bills in the mail. How about surprising a loved one across the miles … Read More...
Valentines Day Love Cards
Use a deck of cards to create unique and individual Valentines day cards. Oubly shares her wonderful designs that will leave you inspired.
Tutorial: Simple felt phone sleeve
Nancy from Do Small Things With Love guest blogs at Sugar Bee Crafts showing how to make a simple felt phone sleeve. You can put the whole thing together with easy hand sewing, even the reverse applique. You could also … Read More...