These are the most adorable mittens to give to anyone. We all know that handmade gifts feel send more love than store bought. But if you’re all thumbs in the DIY department, here is a good starter craft idea that … Read More...
Project: Pop Up Card Box
Splitcoast Stampers has a tutorial for an adorable pop up card box for Valentine’s Day.
-Heather
Are you looking for more Valentine’s Day Embellishments, papers, and supplies?
If you are looking for printables check out these Valentine’s day printables … Read More...
Kara Gott Warner Promoted at Annie’s
Kara Gott Warner, editor of Creative Knitting magazine, has been named the new editorial director of knit and crochet at Annie’s, the speciality publisher that owns that magazine.
Warner will stay on as editor but will also oversee the company’s … Read More...
After Christmas Wreath
Happy New Year Everyone!
This is a fun, colorful wreath tutorial that features a special folded ribbon detail – it really makes this decoration eye catching and unique. This design is surprisingly easy and you can use any combination of … Read More...
Candy Cane Ice Cream
My all time favorite ice cream is Peppermint or candy cane ice cream! I get excited when I see it at the ice cream stand. Now with all the leftover candy canes, I can make my own using this recipe … Read More...
It’s Not Too Late To Make A Resolution For The New Year
It’s never to late to change the way you think, dream and wish. This adorable free printable is sure to motivate you. Get your thoughts out of your head and on to some cute printed paper. Deceleration Of Intention
25 Winter Olympic Party Snacks
This roundup was actually created for the Summer Olympics. With a little tweeking you can make it Winter Olympic suitable (Starts February 7th) There are so many fun ideas that you are going to want to try out. Set up … Read More...
Easel Play Prompts
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...