Tree houses are a beautiful childhood tradition that encourages kids to get outside, imagine, and explore. But Natural State Treehouses takes that to a new level, merging a love of books with a love of outdoor play space to create … Read More...
Tutorial: Folded paper boat vinyl clutch purse
Aimee from Clones n Clowns shows how to make a vinyl purse that looks like the paper boats you used to fold as a child. I love this!!! The design was inspired by a Moschino bag she spied on a … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple felt gadget sleeve
Lana Red shows how to make a simple felt pouch for a hard drive, phone, or any other small gadget that might need protecting. The sewing is super simple. An extra layer of felt gives it a pop of color … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s overalls dress
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a tutorial over at The Ribbon Retreat showing how to make a little girl’s dress out of a pair of outgrown overalls. Go to her tutorial.
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Free pattern: Little girl panties
Mama Nene from Serger Pepper has a free pattern for making little girl panties. She uses fabric from old knit clothing, with fold-over elastic to bind the edges. Her pattern will fit a child 4-5 years old. If you need … Read More...
Love This Look!
Sara over at Creative Jewish Mom has created another winning pattern for us. It is smashing looking – better IMO as a table topper than as a rug – and she even gives us her own free pattern to … Read More...
Project: Stamped Barrette
This lovely hair barrette looks like porcelain but it’s actual stamped shrink plastic! Amazing! Visit The Bright Side of Life for directions on making one of these to wear yourself.
-Heather
Princess Party – Glitter Lace Crowns
If your planning a Princess party then be sure to add this tutorial for DIY Glitter lace Crowns to your activity lists. These dainty crowns are perfect for a princess party and a great alternative to store bought plastic … Read More...
Beads of Courage at The Mandrel
This is such short notice but for those of you bead makers in the Southern California area there will be bead making a plenty over at The Mandrel in Torrance for Beads of Courage. The event is from 11-3 … Read More...
Mermaid Doll Challenge – Doll Street Dreamers
If you need an excuse to craft up a super fun mermaid doll, then you need to head over to Doll Street and check out their Doll Street Challenge! To enter, all you need to do is craft up … Read More...
May Heart
Here’s a heart that is perfect for the month of May. It’s a French chart so the month is spelled Mai in this case, but with a little tweaking you can turn that “i” into a “i” I am sure. … Read More...
DIY Jewel Macrame Bracelets
Take a look at these bracelets, aren’t they cute and very trendy? I think so! Stephanie from Henry Happened shares her tutorial with us on how to make these fun bracelets. They put a dressy spin on old school friendship … Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered make-up bag and brush roll
Head over to Pink Polka Dot Creations to find out how to make a make-up bag and brush roll. The make-up bag is a lined zippered pouch. The brush roll is made from a washcloth. Go to her blog for … Read More...
DIY Rhinestone Statement Necklace
This statement necklace is beautiful! At first glance you would think it cost a lot, but it doesn’t, and with just a few craft supplies you can create your own. Tessa from The Lonely Walnut blog created this necklace and … Read More...
Purple Felt Earring Tutorial
Tarun Upadhyaya is an Instructables Member and created these fun earrings for us to recreate along with his tutorial. Tarun loves felt, since he created his first felt project. He has realized that almost anything can be made using felt. … Read More...
Tutorial: Farmer’s Market Laminated Tote
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making their Farmer’s Market Laminated Tote. It’s a roomy tote bag with plenty of space to tote your produce home from the farmer’s market, carry a picnic to the park, or hold a book and … Read More...
Technique: Coloring Images on Kraft Cardstock
Hop on over to the My Favorite Things site and learn how to shade and layer color on your stamped images using Prismacolor Pencils (my personal fave) on kraft cardstock. Coloring on this tan type of cardstock instead of plain … Read More...
Vivika’s prayer flags project gets personal
Vivika’s Prayer Flag Project has taken on a new meaning after a recent diagnosis of breast cancer. Read more about it at Generation Q Magazine’s Facebook page or here.
‘You are My Sunshine’ reminds me so much of my … Read More...
Tutorial: Piped Wrap Dress Bodice
When the folks at J & O Fabrics asked if I’d like some of their fabrics to use for a project, well… I’m sure you know what my answer was!
I’d been thinking that my daughter needed a new spring … Read More...
Tutorial: Girl’s twirly t-shirt dress
Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard shows how to make a twirly spring dress for a girl. The bodice is actually a store-bought t-shirt, so it’s a quick project. The skirt is a circle skirt that’s fun to twirl around and … Read More...