I have been rocking my inner rockabilly gal style and wearing head scarfs lately. Ok mostly it’s to hide my hair re-growth or to give the other moms at school pick up, the illusion that I “tried”.
Frayed Jewelry (love … Read More...
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I have been rocking my inner rockabilly gal style and wearing head scarfs lately. Ok mostly it’s to hide my hair re-growth or to give the other moms at school pick up, the illusion that I “tried”.
Frayed Jewelry (love … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Lisa from Sweet Benanna & Sam shows how she made this Princess Tiana costume for her young daughter. (For those who don’t know your Disney princesses, she’s the one in The Frog Prince.) She tells how she made the dress, … Read More...
by Linda Lanese
Jennifer of “Jennifer Carson, the Children’s Author, Creature Maker, Dragon Charmer” lives in New Hampshire with her husband, four sons and many four legged friends. She has two children’s books out, a middle grade novella , To Find A Wonder, … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard shares a free pattern for making a little girl’s ruffle collar t-shirt with puff sleeves. The ruffle at the neck is a sweet detail, kind of like a gathered Peter Pan collar. Her free pattern … Read More...
by Heidi Gustad
These recycled jar votive lamps are made using some fine glitter and Mod Podge mixed together- super easy and quick! Check out Factory Direct Craft for the DIY.
On a sunny Summer Saturday, what a better way to enjoy it than by stitching up a cute little watermelon from Sara Jessica at Cross Me Not. Unfortunately it is not a sunny Summer Saturday here at my house, it … Read More...
by Vikram Goyal
To be honest with you, growing my own garlic was a topic that I had never ever contemplated doing. Seriously? Those things are like a 100 for a $1 at the supermarket. Why would you grow your own?
I suppose … Read More...
by Mardi Robyn
Here is another creative tutorial by Carol. You may remember her from the “Beads and Knots Friendship Bracelet” tutorial. She shares a tutorial on how to create beautiful earrings using soda cans and a few other supplies. I … Read More...
I am hoping all my science loving homeschooling parents/teachers can help me out. I am planning on putting together a Science style work station for my 5 year old for her birthday.
I think this will make a great present … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
I am not a Candy Crush player myself, but if my Facebook feed is any indication, most of my friends are pretty hardcore. But you don’t have to be a Candy Crush player to appreciate this sparkly gem tote bag … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Michelle from Daydream Believers shows how to make this ruffled swimsuit cover-up for girls. It’s actually fairly easy to put together, requiring only straight seams. The ruffled portion of the cover-up is made from pre-ruffled fabric, and the bodice and … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Leigh from Leigh Laurel Studios shows how to make a superhero costume for a favorite stuffed animal. Her tutorial includes how to amke the cape, a belt, wrist cuffs, and a mask. Then all he (or she) needs is a … Read More...
Julie of The Crafty Quilter made this star-shaped table topper as part of her Christmas Once a Month series. Using fabric from the Winter’s Lane collection by Kate and Birdie, she combined patchwork and applique in this handsome project. The … Read More...
The Sakura blog has directions for make some cool glass tile pendants, they used printed scrapbooking images but you could easily substitute stamped designs and stamp your own custom jewelry.
-Heather
by jd wolfe
When a child is embarking on a new adventure – like the first day of school or going off to college – it’s really nice for him/her to have a tiny, handy reminder of home, of the love … Read More...
by Vikram Goyal
I can’t even tell you how many hours I spent with my face pressed up against a view-master as a kid. There was something magical about the way the pictures appeared 3D, no matter what the subject was. You can … Read More...
I thought I’d ask Mr. Google about glass bead tutorials to find something fun to share. After all who doesn’t like a good tutorial to get your bead making groove on. I added free to the title and this is … Read More...
I’m not a big sculptor. It’s one of those facets of polymer clay that I dabble at occasionally and then head back to canes and beads. This WikiHow article has some little projects, ideas and tips for sculpting with polymer … Read More...