Did you know you can add some color with your paper embossing folders by applying ink and other mediums? Add a touch of gold or silver shimmer to your embossing by using metallic Gelto sticks, visit the Design Memory Craft … Read More...
Tutorial: Pieced zig zag pillow cover
Nicole from Handcraft shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to make this pieced zig zag pillow cover. She used a cute heart print to give it a Valentine’s day theme, but you can make it in any … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s refashioned sweater dress
Caila from Caila Made refashioned a clearance sale sweater to make this gorgeous Christmas dress for her daughter. The sequined polka dots are perfect for a dressy dress! A women’s size small was big enough to give her the length … Read More...
Inspiration | Year in Review Layouts
Kelly of Simply Kelly Designs shares where she gets inspiration for designing year in review layouts. She checks out popular websites and more when coming up with her review pages. Click here to see more.
Pretty Chevron Crochet Scarf
I love the soft look of this Chevron Scarf and think it will be soft and warm for the cold St. Louis winters. It will also work up quickly. Elise has a free pattern and tutorial for us so we … Read More...
Tutorial | Get Started With Gelatos
I’ve been hearing about Gelatos for several months now and I was curious. So I was happy when I stumbled upon this tutorial by Loredana Bucaria at Shimelle.com on Getting Started With Gelatos. She shows us a few simple techniques … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | My Life This Year
Amazing Classes at D&L Art Glass
If you find yourself in the Denver area and want to take some pretty awesome classes D&L Art Glass is where you need to go. I’d love to take the Lisa Becker class May 7- 9, on casting glass from … Read More...
Scrap Clay: More Good Stuff
It seems I’m not the only one looking for interesting ways to use up my scraps. Brandywine Jewelry Supply gathered a nice selection. I’ve been partial to the Natasha beads forever (some of mine above).
Next up are some … Read More...
DIY Flower Necklace
Angelina hosts “JoJo & Eloise” and is sharing one of her many wonderful tutorials with us her “DIY Flower Necklace”! The colors she used fit right in with Valentine’s Day as fashion jewelry. She has a complete pictorial tutorial for … Read More...
Free pattern: Charlie Sweatshirt for babies
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin continues her week of free patterns with her Charlie Sweatshirt. It has a squared off neck, but the banding overlaps to make it high V. And the little elbow patches are so cute!! The pattern … Read More...
Free pattern: Bow boot wraps
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a tutorial over at Babylock’s Totally Stitchin’ blog for making these super cute boot bow wraps. They’re a fun way to add a little something extra to a pair of boots or high top … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy window valance
Autie from iCandy Handmade shows how she put together this easy valance for her window. The sewing is just straight seams and it can be made to fit any size of window. It’s a quick way to add a spot … Read More...
Are You Ready for Some Stash Busting?
As I’ve been reading the comments on this week’s giveaway about crafty resolutions, I noticed that a lot of people want to finish more projects and work from their stash. I can’t help you much with the finishing (I’m the … Read More...
Put a mailbox in your garden
Why? To help you keep all of your garden tools.
Everything stays dry and is conveniently located. Mailboxes
are cheaper than other storage solutions for the garden and can often be recycled or upcycled. Mailboxes are a great way to … Read More...
31 Hearty Soup Recipes
It’s soup season. Seems like everyone in the US is in need of soup with the polar vortex. The only soups that I make are chicken noodle or turkey noodle soup from leftovers or a batch of chili. If it … Read More...
DIY Love Necklace
Not sure if you noticed but Valentines day is fast approaching and what better way to celebrate then to make your own gift! This adorable necklace will become a statement piece around your neck. You don’t have to have a … Read More...
15 Minute Valentines Day Candle Idea
Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to show your loved ones how much you care, and what better way to do that than with a personalized gift? Candles are a classic gift that are loved by everyone, and this DIY … Read More...
DIY – Oil Cloth Cling Wrap
This project uses home-made oil cloth to create a sticky style cling wrap. This oil cloth cling wrap, easily covers your bowls and plates. The heaviness of the fabric prevents it from popping up in the slightest breeze. It will … Read More...
DIY – Cracked Heels Rinse
This foot soak uses Rice Vinegar to soften your cracked heels. The vinegar softens the other layer of skin. For the full tutorial and recipe visit vivawoman.net.
Check out these other foot scrub recipes. Did you know failing to … Read More...