If you have an Easel but only thought it was for painting then think again! This Blog post shares some wonderful ideas on just how to get the most out of your easel. Sometimes Easels are overlooked in a toy … Read More...
DIY – Soap Sticks
I don’t know why but these soap sticks look a little retro to me. These would be perfect for little boys as they resemble building links or construction toys. Lot’s of fun to be had with this tutorial. Check out … Read More...
How to make an ice lantern
I can’t make this one because all I get is the occasional frost warning but if you live somewhere it does stay below freezing pop on over to the blog So and Dipity for the cool (pun intended) tutorial on … Read More...
Pom Pom Fairy Garland
Jaime, from Raising Up Rubies, created these adorable fairies with her daughter when she was home sick one day, but you certainly don’t have to wait until someone is sick to try making these rainbow-ed cuties. All you need is … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging dishtowel with a fabric topper
Germana from Hobby di Stoffa shows how to make this lovely dishtowel 
with a topper that buttons around a handle. She includes a free pattern for making the topper. She made the towel from honeycomb towel fabric
, cutting it … Read More...
Tutorial: Draft and sew a wrap tunic or dress
Sew Simple Dress has published a pair of tutorials showing how you can make your own wrap tunic or dress. The style is based on a vintage sewing pattern for a dress with open sides that ties at the back … Read More...
Tip: Upcycle Gift Wrap
Now that the holidays are over don’t throw all that pretty wrapping in the trash, recycle it into tags, packaging and more. Stamping and Co. has some great eco friendly tips on their blog.
-Heather
Chinese New Year Crafts
The Chinese New Year is upon us (January 31st) and if you want to partake in the celebrations then consider these easy kids crafts. This round-up is from RedTedArt. Fill your activities with Drums, Lanterns and Dragons to create … Read More...
Tutorial: Superhero underpants for a doll
Stephanie from The Crafty Kitty shares a tutorial over at Hideous! Dreadful! Stinky! showing how to make a pair of superhero underpants for a doll. This would be a great way to encourage potty training with a young child! The … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Big bow t-shirt
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how to add a big bow like this one to the next t-shirt you make. You’ll put it on just before adding the neck binding. It’s a cute look for kids or adults. … Read More...
Crochet Patterns – Steam Punk
The Crochet Punk I’m writing about is Steampunk. Are you familiar with it? It’s a pretty cool fashion and craft phenomenon. I have been attracted to the ‘look’ for some time but had not seen crochet patterns that reflected this … Read More...
Tutorial: Sugar Beads
No matter how I try and help it, I’m a bead freak. Clever beads are one of the main reasons I got into polymer clay. These lovelies are by Niki Meiners and she kindly shares the instructions right here.
Valentine’s Day Charmer; Love Centerpiece DIY
Janette of is a wife and mother and hosts “The Johanson Journey “! Janette had some red felt from an old project and she picked up cardboard stencils from Hobby Lobby for and white paint & a sponge brush! She … Read More...
West Elm Origami Throw Pillow Knock-off
Tiffany of “The Little Waffleflower” is a mother, wife, sewer, crafter, baker, chef, gardener, etc. She loves life and learning/doing new things. Today she has this stunning “West Elm Origami Throw Pillow Knock-off” with a step-by-step tutorial. Thanks Tiffany for … Read More...
Freebie: Valentine Digital Stamp
Get this sweet digi stamp for free over at Dearie Dolls.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps? Check out the digital stamps at Design Bundle
Happy Snowman
Some of my friends were posting snow photos on Facebook earlier today and I was so glad that where I live the most we usually get is a dusting. Of course as I have written before, when the weatherman says … Read More...
A Stitch A Day
Rebecca at Hugs are Fun has started a really neat project for 2014. I wish I had the get up and go to join in, but I am not the type of person who can commit to doing something daily … Read More...
Tutorial: Lapped flat-felled split side seam
Carolyn from Handmade by Carolyn shows how she made the lapped flat-felled split side seam on a men’s shirt she made. When you cut the pieces out, you’ll need to add little extensions where the seam will be split. This … Read More...
Husqvarna Viking is giving away an Emerald 116
I don’t watch football, but I hear that there was a sewing machine on the sidelines of this year’s Iron Bowl. An Emerald 116 by Husqvarna Viking. It came through in a pinch and made some emergency repairs to a … Read More...
Keep Your Arms, Hands and Wrists Happy in the New Year
If you’re like me, you’ve probably started a new knitting project or two with great enthusiasm in the past couple of days. Or maybe you’re just planning to knit more in the new year. Either way, you need to be … Read More...