DeviantArt often has really great quickie polymer clay tutorials. This one, by Jane RT, is for a cute little snail figure. The idea would work on a larger scale and using all sorts of powders or adding tiny beads … Read More...
Liz shares some Tips for Perfect Pressing
Pressing your seams and your fabric is often the difference between a sewing project that looks wonky and one that looks just right. But don’t just whip out your iron and start ironing your projects the way you do your … Read More...
Idea file: Fabric sample pillow covers
If you love the look of designer fabrics for your home decor, but can’t afford (or don’t want to afford) the price tag that comes with these fabrics, check out what Jenny from Days of Chalk and Chocolate does. She … Read More...
Make a Wax Paper Pomander Ball Pattern and Tutorial
I have never seen a Wax Paper Pomander Ball and it is fun and pretty for many occasions. This is from “Dollar Store Crafts” with a pattern and tutorial. They suggest project that just screams “budget wedding!” Would you believe … Read More...
Tutorial: Rod pocket curtains
Sarah from While They Snooze shows how to make a set of rod pocket curtains. You won’t need rings or special hooks to hang them. Instead, the hanging mechanism is a simple casing, or pocket, sewn across the top. She … Read More...
Make a cardboard chandelier tutorial and pattern
I think this is one stunning chandelier and they show two more ideas for some unique varieties. I found this on “home-dzine” out of South Africa an online source for ideas and inspiration and they believe you should love the … Read More...
Watermelon Cupcakes
I don’t know about you, but I get hungry every time I see these pictures.
SugarKissed has created one more reason for me to actually try and make these recipes instead of just writing about them.
These watermelon cupcakes not … Read More...
DIY Floating Candles
The joy of DIY is that you can create beautiful and unique items that are tailored to your style and needs. And when it comes to creating beautiful home decor, nothing beats the satisfaction of making it yourself. That’s why … Read More...
DIY Metallic Faceted Wood Doorknob
Design-Milk has a wonderful tutorial for modernizing those tired looking doorknobs.
The tute, created by Meg Kremner, turns everyday wood cubes into these stunning knobs with the minimum of tools involved.
It is a fun, easy idea and you should … Read More...
Sustainable Weight Loss Secret
I am sure we are all searching for that one miracle that will work for us. Maria from the Mother Huddle shares her own personal Sustainable Weight loss Secret. It’s quite simple really, no fasting, no crazy amount of sit … Read More...
Play Dough And Scissors
Recently I spent sometime with 4-6 year old’s and I was very surprised to see that they could not use scissors correctly. I am assuming that because my children have grown up with scissors on the table most of the … Read More...
Sweet Bloomers for Baby
Since the whole world seems to have babies on the brain right now, why not enjoy some cute free baby knitting patterns? Jordana Paige has a super-cute one on her site right now you’ll want to check out.
The Bottom … Read More...
Mona Lisa In Frame Using Thread Spools
Some businesses go to extremes in times of declining sales. And some.. re-purpose a classic work of art.
Jawdat Ejjeh & Sons – custom tailors in Beirut, Lebanon decided to appeal to a younger audience. And they did it by … Read More...
Princess Castle From Yogurt
Ahhhhmazing!
Cute castle for a little princess or prince. It is an ice palace, a perfect dessert for hot summer days. Made of frozen raspberries, yogurt and agave syrup – healthy and yummy! Castle Mold
Get details from the super … Read More...
Sweet Summer Patterns from Rowan
There’s just something about Rowan. Their yarns are beautiful, and their projects just look British to me, so refined and tasteful and pretty and classic all at once.
Rowan is celebrating summer this year by offering its subscribers (it’s free … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple sunglasses sleeve that opens at either end
Sarah from Craft Snob shares a tutorial over at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make a simple fabric sleeve to hold your sunglasses and protect them from scratches when they’re in your purse. There are Velcro closures at both … Read More...
5 Honeycomb Wedding Ideas
Wow! That’s all I can say about this gorgeous miniseries featuring honeycomb {aka hexagon} ideas I discovered at Every Last Detail! The incredible photos by Kelly of Spindle Photography beautifully showcase the theme in 5 unique ways. Click on the … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY chalkboard eraser
Crafting a Green World shows how you can make a chalkboard eraser. It’s easy to make out of a rectangle of felt. You can add a loop at the end so it hangs conveniently from a hook. And if you’re … Read More...
Tutorial: 90s style hair scrunchie made sturdy with a hair elastic
Aimee from Clones ‘n’ Clowns shows how to make a hair scrunchie, just like the ones we wore way back in the day. Back when my mother used to make them for me, she made them using short lengths of … Read More...
Tutorial: Dip dye ombre your fabric napkins
A little ombre can breath new life (and hide stains) on your fabric napkins. Caroline from Salsa Pie shares a tutorial over at Make and Takes showing how. You can create the ombre effect using fabric dye. It’s Because the … Read More...