Sew Simple is back with another simple fashion inspired chart. And I promise I am not just posting about it because she gives me a shout out in the blog post about it . No, it is because I am … Read More...
Win 5 Days Of Fashion
Our sister site Craftbits.com is giving you the chance to win 5 fashion rings. We don’t always have time to make our own jewelry but sometimes we still need a quick fashion statement piece. Adorn one of these rings for … Read More...
Party Supplies – MeriMeri
I came across MeriMeri Party-ware whilst looking for something different. Which ironically led me to “Different” Party-ware.
I cringe at the thought or walking into a store and buying some generic bagged up party-ware. I have done it from time … Read More...
20 Toys To Make From Trash
I have recently started a milk bottle top collection next to my recycling bin. I don’t know what I am going to make yet but I am collecting them knowing one day I may need 100’s.
This link is a … Read More...
Yum! Nutella Stuffed Cinnamon Sugar Muffins
A perfect start to the day. These Nutella stuffed muffins can brighten my day any day of the week along with my morning coffee. I just need to find some time in the day to make them.
If you have … Read More...
A Couple of Cool Fiber Projects to Fund
I don’t keep up with all the Kickstarter and similar campaigns that have to do with knitting or yarn, but a couple of interesting ones got on my radar this week, so I thought I’d share.
First, have you … Read More...
COUSIN ANNOUNCES NEWEST CREATIVE CIRCLE AMBASSADORS
COUSIN CORPORATION OF AMERICA ANNOUNCES NEWEST CREATIVE CIRCLE AMBASSADORS
Five More Jewelry Makers Join the Successful Brand Ambassador Program
LARGO, Fl., July 19, 2013 – Cousin Corporation of America, a premier manufacturer of jewelry making components, has chosen five talented … Read More...
Tutorial: Pet bed with soft sides and removable pillow
If you want to make a special place for your pet to sleep, check out this tutorial over at Sew4Home. They show how to make a soft pet bed with bolster sides. The stuffed sides tie together so it’s easy … Read More...
Free pattern: Toddler boy sandals
Heather from Feather’s Flights made a pair of summer sandals for her little boy, and she shares the pattern and how-to over on her blog. The soft soled sandals are made from vinyl you can buy at the fabric store, … Read More...
Tutorial: Pieced chevron design for a mod A-line dress
The simple lines of the Oliver + S Rollerskate Dress are a perfect canvas for a mod pieced chevron design. Rachel Le Grand made the dress, and pieced the chevron design, as part of the FLIP This Pattern series at … Read More...
Tutorial: Sparkly Hair Pins
Sometimes you need a little glittery extra. Check out this glittery hair pin tutorial on Creme de la Gems for a little sparkly accessory making. After the great glittery accident during my last house move I don’t think I’ve even … Read More...
Tutorial: Quick and easy camera or phone cozy
Ashley from Mommy By Day, Crafter By Night made this pretty little camera cozy. It’s fully lined, but it’s still a quick and easy project thanks to the bias tape around the edges. The covered button you see here is … Read More...
Tutorial: Beach towel wrap cover-up
Delia at Delia Creates shows how to make this towel wrap, super fast and easy. It’s made from a beach towel, with buttons added to keep it wrapped around you and straps to hold it in place. Her tutorial is … Read More...
Fun idea: Use a recycled cheese grater to display your earrings
Over at the blog Organized 31 there is this fun tip for turning a cheese grater into a great way to display your earrings. Hmm I think I’ll just have to go clean out that drawer I have of … Read More...
CHA Sneak Peeks
Loads of new products have been introduced at CHA and I love looking at all the sneak peeks, making a list of what I can’t wait to get when they hit the shelves! If you can’t wait either the Scrappy … Read More...
Bunny’s new pink and purple quilt
Bunny painted motifs on individual fabric squares. Her mom, Rachael of Rachael Rabbit, applied sashing and borders then quilted it into the bedspread you see here. Not done yet, she sewed up two matching pillows. So sweet! Find out … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Peony Card
Peonies are my absolute favourite flower (right now). We recently found some peony bouquets at the market, which is strange since they never usually bloom after June. If you missed the season, or don’t get these delightful blooms where … Read More...
Tutorial | Make Your Own Stamps
Did you know you can easily make your own stamps, for yourself of the kids using readily available craft supplies? Ana Luisa from Dabble Babble Do shows you how simple it is. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Tutorial | How to Make Large Cut Out Letters Without a Die-Cutting Machine
Don’t have an electronic die-cutting machine? Nicole at Tikkido shows how you can cut out these large letters out of vinyl for use on craft projects without one. Labels are a great way to organize your supplies, and these DIY … Read More...
Pasta Crafts For Big Kids
Pasta is a great medium to work with, it can be colored and painted. Pasta crafts is something that is often associated with toddlers and not older kids. I have gathered some of the more difficult but inspiring tutorials … Read More...