Carolyn of Carolyn’s Home Network shows us that even though you don’t usually associate ribbon with boys you can still make a cool memo board using masculine colors.
According to Carolyn, teens accumulate a lot of stuff and this memo … Read More...
How to Make a Kawaii Yeti Monster Plush Softie Pattern and Tutorial
Amanda Tepie is a contributor to “Craft-Tuts+” designed and created this sweet Kawaii Yeti Monster Plush Softie Pattern and Tutorial. This is one of the most complete pictorial tutorials I have seen. You will have no trouble following along … Read More...
Log Cabin Wallpaper
Amazing clarity and detail makes this wallpaper a real standout.
Normally, I don’t post about things you can buy – after all – this blog is about Homemade and DIY – but you can use this wallpaper to create a … Read More...
Easy Witch Hat Halloween Cupcakes
Ohh! I am loving all the link suggestions coming our way for Halloween stuff! And this one by Erin from Food & Femininity caught my eye instantly.
These sparkly Witch Hat Cupcakes for Halloween couldn’t be easier—and they are super … Read More...
Free Baby Cardi Pattern from Debbie Bliss
I saw on Facebook that Debbie Bliss was giving away the pattern for her Garter Stitch Matinee Jacket as part of Throwback Thursday. I don’t know if that means it’s just free today or if it will be up until … Read More...
How to make washi tape
Do you collect tape? I do. I have quite the collection of Duct Tape and I am just starting to get a bit of washi tape. Now I can’t wait to try making some of my own. There is a … Read More...
Free Printable – Merci French Bubbles Label
Your friends and family will easily mistake this for a store bought product with WOW factor presentation like this. These free printable labels are courtesy of eatdrinkchic.com and ooze delight-fullness.
DIY Princess Putty
Even little Princess’s want to get their hands dirty, but just with a little extra glitter
. DIY Glitter Putty. These would make great Party Favors or Christmas gifts too.
Knitty Deep Fall is Here
Some people know it’s fall because pumpkin spice everything is available; knitters know it’s fall because the Deep Fall issue of Knitty has been released!
This one is a doozy, with more than 20 patterns for hats, mitts, socks, scarves … Read More...
Free pattern: Easy Wrap Dress
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for her Easy Wrap Dress. It’s a timeless, flattering style that’s sure to become a go-to in your wardobe. Her version has a short sleeved top and a straight skirt. The … Read More...
Madalynne says you know you’re a seamstress when…
Seamstresses, sewers, sewists… Whatever we call ourselves, we’re a strange lot. Things we do make perfect sense to us, but seem kind of wacky to anyone on the outside. Madalynne shares a list of telltale signs that you’re a sewing … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s artwork throw pillow
Jenelle from TrashN2Tees guest blogs over at The Sewing Loft with a tutorial showing how you can make a throw pillow featuring your child’s own artwork. It’s a fun project you can make with your young children. And how proud … Read More...
Tutorial: She-Ra costume
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how she made a She-Ra
Halloween costume for her niece. I’m having a child-of-the-80s fit of nostalgia!! The costume (and the DIY) includes the dress with the She-Ra emblem on the front, the arm … Read More...
Free pattern: Boxy tee with lace panel shoulders
Jen from iCandy Handmade made this boxy tee and gave it lace panels at the shoulders. I love this style of shirt! Paired with brightly colored skinnies, they’ve become my go to for a dressed up casual look. She shares … Read More...
Freebie: On-Line Holiday Idea Book
Echo Park has a free paper crafting Holiday Idea Book to download ( you’ll need to “check out” but it’s free) and it’s got 3 card ideas, 8 scrapbook pages and 7 altered projects. Click here to download.
-Heather… Read More...
Dye-ing To Crochet – Part Two
I have come across some useful information that I want to share with my readers. There are several different ways to dye yarn in your kitchen. The one that intrigues me most is the long color runs achieved … Read More...
DIY Crystal Stems Tutorial
Every wedding needs a bit of sparkle in my opinion, so I love the idea of adding pretty crystal stems to wedding bouquets, boutonnieres, floral arrangements and more! It’s easy to make your own with this fun tutorial from Tikkido… Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Life With You
How to make mini ribbon roses
Bite sized treats are always so cute and they can be taken to a whole new level with mini ribbon roses. CakeWhiz did a tutorial on these easy fondant roses – these are ready in less than 1 minute and … Read More...
DIY – Watercolor Napkins
Cloth Napkins add that little special touch to a party or BBQ. Although it is not always practical to have linen Napkins when you can, it is such a special treat. These Watercolor Napkins by TheInspiredRoom.Net are elegant and best … Read More...