Sometimes I’m so amazed at how beautiful kid crafts turn out. I love the look of this simple lantern. You probably already have most of the supplies you need at home! Head over to Arsty Fartsy Mama for the tutorial.
DIY Gold Disc Necklace
Tamara was inspired to create her own version of “Hervé Van Der Straeten’s 24kt Gold Plated Disc Necklace,” using paper and a few other materials. I am amazed how her version closely resembles the original. On her blog … Read More...
Soda Bottle Penguin
Here’s a cute craft that you can make out of plastic soda bottles. A perfect craft for the cold winter months…brrrrr. You can find the tutorial over at Think Crafts.
Calli’s tips for sewing in common areas
Only once have I had a dedicated sewing room, the rest of the time it’s been in a shared area of the house. Like me, Calli of Make it Do sews on her kitchen table. Find out how she stays … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a zippered pocket
Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. . shows how to make a zippered pocket for a bag. Go to her tutorial to see how to do it.
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Anchor Charm Necklace Tutorial
I admire nautical themed jewelry. Apparently I am not the only one. Nautical themed jewelry is a popular trend, that I hope stays around for years to come. On her blog “One Artsy Mama,” Amy shares an easy … Read More...
Free pattern: Knot Dress for little girls
Lindsay from The Cottage Home shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs blog showing how to make her Knot Dress for little girls. The style is so sweet for little girls! It has knotted straps, a patch pocket, and … Read More...
DIY: Probiotic Deodorant
A deodorant with less of stuff we don’t recognize and more of stuff we do makes good sense. The folks at Frugally Sustainable share their easy recipe. And yes, it does work! Get the tutorial here.
DIY: Rosemary Lemon Foot Soak/Scrub
I’ve got two words for you: winter feet. Don’t need to say any more than that, do I? Jenna from the clever blog A Bird’s Leap has a great (and simple) recipe for a scrub that will be sure to … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage-inspired lace-trimmed pillowcases
These vintage-inspired pillowcases by Mary from At Home on the Bay are so pretty stacked on a bed! She shows how to make them from floral cotton fabric and lace trim. Get the tute.
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Project: Spring Bird Garland Tutorial
Kat of “Just Crafty Enough” lives in Minnesota and I live in Ohio and I understand how she feels that we can bring a little touch of spring for ourselves with her “Spring Bird Garland Tutorial”! Looking out my windows … Read More...
Shamrock Macarons
From the master of cute and clever macarons for every holiday, of course we have shamrock macarons. But these are one better … Read More...
Washi Tape Votive
Kadie from Seven Alive made this cute votive holder for Valentine’s Day with washi tape. Washi tape is great for embellishing candle holders – its semi-transparent look lets some soft light through. Be sure to pin this for next year!
Shamrock Marshmallow Pops
Oh so pretty and preppy in pink and green, I love these clover marshmallow pops for St. Patrick’s Day, especially as they use up leftover heart marshmallows. Find the instructions, as well as links to the matching printables, HERE at … Read More...
Weeping Angel Statue Cookies
Kind of stunning how much these look like real statues. And yet they are cookies. Weeping Angel Doctor Who cookies, to be precise. I mean, wow. Learn to make them HERE at Just JENN Recipes.
Felt Hot Cocoa Kit DIY
Kristen of “Make the best of everything” made a Felt Hot Cocoa Kit. There is a felt Mug, Marshmallows and Cookies. This project was inspired by a Hot cocoa kit at Pottery Barn Kids. About a month ago she drove … Read More...
Tutorial: Troubleshooting your twin needle
A twin needle makes a pretty stretch seam for knit fabrics. But if your twin needle stitching doesn’t look like it’s supposed to, Susan from Moonthirty helps with some troubleshooting. Whether it’s skipped stitches or puckering between the parallel stitch … Read More...
How to make a Easter chick topiary
Can you say cute? I say beyond cute! Pop on over you crafty “peeps” to The Impatient Crafter blog to see how to make an Easter chick topiary.
Tutorial: Stitch up a fabric memory game
Cathie and Steve show how you can stitch up a fabric memory game for a young child. The sewing is easy – just squares of novelty fabric backed with a solid. When it gets dirty, you can just toss it … Read More...
Stamp Your Own Toast
Hearts, stars, a secret message… put it all on your toast. I’ve spotted lots of stuff out there you can buy to stamp your toast. There are even toasters that stamp the weather for you. Let’s stick with do-it-yourself, though, … Read More...