Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows how to make a lace front version of her Easy Tee. It has the same loose fit of her original Easy Tee, but with raglan sleeves and a lace overlay on the front. If … Read More...
Felt Football Coasters tutorial
What could be a better project for today NFL openers than to make these cute “Felt Football Coasters”! Heather of “We Grow by Our Dreams” designed and created these fun “Felt Football Coasters” with a complete tutorial for us to … Read More...
DIY Favor Bag Back Drop
This DIY Backdrop can be used behind food stations or as a photo prop. I think it would be really cute if the kids could grab a bag off the wall before they leave it fill it up with candy … Read More...
DIY – Mouthwash
I have never really thought about what was in my store bought Mouthwash but I am sure it isn’t anything good or natural. I love the idea of this simple recipe (with free printable label). I always get a little … Read More...
DIY – Bamboo Pan Flutes
If you are lucky enough ( like Squigglemum.coms) to have Bamboo growing in your backyard then you can make these flutes with the minimal of ease. What better way to teach the kids about instrument making than creating something … Read More...
Seed Bead Weave Earring Tutorial
I like these Seed Bead Weave Earrings. They remind me of Indian jewelry that is popular at Indian Powwow Festivals, and in little stores in the mountains of North Carolina. This tutorial uses bead weaving and stitching to create … Read More...
Tutorial: Wide legged dress pants using a pajama pants pattern
Liz fromSimple Simon & Co. . made a pair of wide leg pants that are dressy but still super comfortable. That’s because they’re made using a pajama pants pattern. Love!! How awesome would it be to be all dressed up but … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated maxi skirt with a high slit
Though this pleated maxi skirt goes all the way down to the ankle, it has a slit that goes all the way up the leg. Sex-ay!! The overlap and the gathers keep the slit from showing everthing you’ve got, while … Read More...
Idea file: Purse organizer for your closet
Instead of relegating your purses to the back of the closet, why not keep them organized and out where you can access them? Alida from Alida Makes did that, making a purse organizer that hangs from the back of her … Read More...
Tutorial: Anthro-inspired rope handled bag
Gina Michele from Rock Mosaic shows how to make this rope handled purse, a design inspired by a bag she spied at Anthropologie. The bag is made from squares of fabric, with a contrast panel runs down the middle. The … Read More...
Trend: Feather Stamps
A very hot trend right now is feathers, they are popping up on home decor, clothes and of course stamps. The Paper Artsy blog has a huge post with tons of ideas and techniques using feather stamps. I personally am … Read More...
Stiff Upper Lip Crochet ??
Wanna be a dapper gent from the days of the Wild West? There’s a mustache for that. Wanna look like Fu Manchu? There’s a mustache for that. In fact, there are many free patterns for crocheted mustaches online. This would … Read More...
DIY Pearl Cluster Necklace
Do you like jewelry that looks dressy, need a new accessory for a party, what about a wedding? This tutorial will show you how to make a lovely Pearl Cluster Necklace. This is would make a great DIY bridesmaid … Read More...
DIY Shrinky Plastic Bracelet
Notice the bracelet? It is made from plastic, but not shrinky dink plastic! Michelle from Rust & Sunshine recycled a plastic container from a grocery store bakery to make this bracelet. Check out her tutorial and see how to make … Read More...
5 Button Jewelry Tutorials
“Button, Button, who’s got the buttons?” Me! I love collecting buttons. I use to spend hours playing with my Mama’s stash of buttons. I like all the shapes, sizes, designs and pretty colors. This list of tutorials will inspire you … Read More...
Driftwood Seahorse – Creative in Chicago
Summer’s almost over where I’m at, but there’s still time for a few more trips to the beach. And while you’re there, you could pick up some driftwood to create your own wall art, like Creative in Chicago did. Her … Read More...
Our Top DIY Pinterest Picks
We have picked out all the good stuff from the not so good stuff to create our very own hand-picked DIY Beauty Pinterest Board.
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DIY Trendy Bee Cuff
“I’m bringing home a baby bumble bee, want my Mommy be so proud of me, I’m bringing home a baby bumble bee..ouch!!! It stung me!”
Does anyone remember this catchy childhood silly song? It was one of my favorites, to … Read More...
Tutorial: A Christi Friesen Peacock Necklace
Even if the jewellery making bit isn’t for you this tutorial on Firemountain Gems is pure Christi Friesen. The focal of the necklace and the components are all sculpted in her usual whimsical style. The tips about making her “lookit … Read More...
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Submitted on 2013/08/17 at 6:36 amMy favorite stitch is an open lace #2007 from http://mypicot.com it may have another name, but I love … Read More...