80’s styles are all the rage right now, including paint splatters and neon. But shelling out for trends can be costly, especially with back to school right around the corner. All the more reason to check out this great tutorial … Read More...
How to make mini corkboards
Over a the blog Trashy Crafter there is colorful tutorial on how to make recycled wood disk cork boards. I love that these are decorative yet functional.
Mason Jar Dessert Bar
I love a dessert bar at a wedding! Especially one that’s brimming over with delicious treats in mason jars! This display from Wedding Party is so gorgeous that you’d never guess it’s a budget-friendly idea too. Get all the … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Add flirty frilly ruffles to a swimsuit bottom
Aimee from Clones ‘n’ Clowns shows how she frillified a swimsuit bottom with rows of ruffles. They’re colorful and fun, and also a little flirty. It’s a cute way to add personality to a plain swimsuit. Go to her tute … Read More...
Mason Jar Citronella Candles
Making your own citronella candles is a fun summer project. Making citronella candles in mason jars is also great because you can pop a lid on them and leave them outside overnight and not have to worry about them getting … Read More...
Toy Story Alien Bento Box
My kids love Toy Story (and so do I – especially Toy Story 3).
So the next time I am in charge of lunches, guess what I am making?
If your kids love the aliens from the Toy Story franchise … Read More...
Tutorial: Vacation photo pillow cover, plus a handy cutting guide
Instead of tucking a favorite vacation photo from her childhood into a photo album, Laura Bray turned it into a throw pillow. It’s a family memory she can revisit every time she sees the pillow. She shares a tutorial showing … Read More...
Tutorial: Pincushion that ties around your sewing machine
When I’m sewing a seam that I’ve pinned in place, I tend to just pile the pins I’ve removed right in front of the machine. Why? Because I’m lazy, that’s why. Putting them anywhere else is wasted hand movement. Autie … Read More...
DIY Deck Garden
Absolutely love this idea. And so simple as well!
Michelle of StitchWishDesigns has created a herb/vegetable garden for the deck and I love the simplicity and the no-messiness of it.
Go get details of the DIY Deck Garden.
Interview with Melina Raissina
Editor’s Note: American Craft Council‘s Make Room: Modern Design Meets Craft project during the Aug 2-4 show at San Francisco will showcase works from nine interior designers and architects that will create room settings inspired by fine craft pieces … Read More...
DIY Paper Flower Crown
Wouldn’t this paper crown be pretty for a bride-to-be at her shower, photo session, or other special event? Get the tutorial for this pretty project created by Smitten on Paper at The Loveliest Day. I think this would be … Read More...
Project: Card with Faux Washi Tape
Washi Tape is still very trendy right now but there another way to get that same look with stamps that look like washi tape! These stamps with your ink colors make is easy to match just the perfect color of … Read More...
Mason Jar Flower Box
Learn how to make a beautiful mason jar flower box with a step-by-step tutorial from The Shabby Creek Cottage! This would make a gorgeous centerpiece for bridal showers or weddings. I love the aqua/turquoise color, but of course it … Read More...
Beeswax Candles in Terra Cotta Pots
I bet these colorful potted beeswax candles will burn forever. All you need to do to get this look is paint some terra cotta pots (that will only run you a buck or two, by the way). Then, simply attach … Read More...
Cascading Ruffle Pillow DIY
I think everyone as well as myself; would love one of these dreamy cascading ruffled pillows. Choose your color and go over and visit Terra of “mama-says-sew” for complete instructions with a pictorial tutorial. Terra has many beautiful and unusual … Read More...
DIY Bottlecap Necklace
Mel from Mellywood Mansion has done it again! She created a unique, unusual statement necklace using bottle caps! When describing the necklace Mel says “Bottle caps jewelry gets taken up a notch with this fun necklace, proving that they … Read More...
DIY – Stepping Stones
Valerie from Inner Child Fun shares this fun tutorial for making stepping stones. These stepping stones are quick to make with minimum mess. Use recycled cereal boxes for the molds. Use a rapid set cement which you could mix in … Read More...
Style Me Quick – The Summer Music Festival Twist
I have never been to a summer music festival but If I had been to one I am sure this is how I would have worn my hair. I love the fact this was created over a simple headband. Check … Read More...
Project Idea: Make Your Own Shawl Pins
Shawl knitting is a lot of fun, but sometimes you have a problem when it comes to keep the shawl attached to your body without a lot of fuss.
Knitter Donna Herron, who blogs at purl3agony, discovered a fun, crafty … Read More...
DIY Coffee Brewing Sachets
If you’re looking to save some money, then create these coffee sachets. These are easy to make and travel well!
Go get the details on these DIY Coffee Brewing Sachets.