Paula used lots of different media products from Ranger like ink, paint, crayons, paste, stamps, stencils, wax and more to create this beautiful Mixed Media Vintage “Perfection” Tag. I love all the layers and textures from the printed tissue paper, … Read More...
DIY Cornhole Bags Sewing Tutorial
Get ready for 4th of July picnics with a new set of cornhole bags! The bags for a cornhole game can get worn out after years of use, but it’s easy to sew a new set. Go to The DIY … Read More...
A Lacy, Short-Sleeved Sweater Knitting Pattern for Summer
If you’ve got a hankering to knit a little sweater you can still wear when it’s warm (or to protect against air conditioning when it’s hot outside but cold inside) check out the Rosanna from Elizabeth Smith Knits.
This short … Read More...
Hella Gay Cross Stitch Pattern
Being Pride month, June is a great time to stitch a little declaration of pride.
The Hella Gay cross-stitch pattern from Sassi Stitch features a rainbow and would be super cute to hang near your door. I think this one … Read More...
Flamingos make a great theme for summer time party decor and fun
I bet if you looked around your neighborhood you can find at least one house that has a plastic pink flamingo on the lawn…at least here in SoCal that’s the case. Well if you are looking for a fun summertime … Read More...
How to Make Easy Beginner Quilts
This tutorial from Sustainable Cooks is perfect for beginner quilters or those of you who may not want to delve too deeply into the hobby but would love to make a quilt.
The complete instructions are easy to follow and … Read More...
22 Pretty Penguin Sewing Patterns
Penguins are fun, snuggly, and quirky all at the same time. I think penguins really became popular with the use of them in tv series PINGU
and Happy Feet
the movie.
Penguins are one of the most beloved … Read More...
Stamped Pot Holder with Matching Card
I love seeing stamping projects that don’t involve paper like this one from Sally. She used tile stamps from Hero Arts, stamped them on small squares of fabric and stitched up an amazing quilted potholder. She also created a matching … Read More...
Father’s Day Fun Layout
I hope you snapped some pics on Father’s Day and are ready to make some cool layouts. Angel used lots of chipboard embellishments for loads of dimension on her page. Notice how she added lots of different colors to the … Read More...
Sensory Play Ideas for Fourth of July
Sensory projects are so much fun for little ones — and for grownups, too, as we get to see their joy in experiencing squishy, colorful or otherwise fun stuff.
The Fourth of July is a fun theme for sensory play, … Read More...
A Little Ribbed Tank Knitting Pattern
I like using ribbing as a decorative element on knitting projects rather than just as and edging, so the Onoro Tank from Tara-Lynn Morrison caught my eye.
This simple design — worked in aran weight yarn from the bottom up … Read More...
How to play Nerf poker
This looks like such a fun spin on poker. I bet this would be such an unexpected party game. Pop on over to the blog Imgur to read the tutorial on how to make a Nerf 
poker game. I bet … Read More...
How to Machine Embroider a T-Shirt
Warm weather means it is t-shirt time and why not jazz up those plain t-shirts with some machine embroidery? If you are not sure how to do that then check out this tutorial from Sewing Machine Fun.
Filled with … Read More...
20 Amazing But Simple Pasta Salad Recipes
Summer is here! For some, that means it’s picnic, potluck and barbecue season, and for others, that means they don’t want to eat a hot dish. Whichever the case may be for you, you’re going to want to see this … Read More...
Emilie Baby Hat Knit Pattern
An easy-to-knit baby hat pattern with three variations. Ideal for a beginner knitter. It is knit flat on two straight needles and seamed at the back.
Made using DK-weight yarn and US size 3 and 6 needles. Sizing is 0-3, … Read More...
EZ Breezy Laidback Cardi Crochet Pattern
This is a oozing festival and beach vibes, a great pattern for the younger generations. I know my teen would love this. Another great project to use up some of the larger scraps or odd balls of yarn.
Stay warm … Read More...
Firefly Light Up Card
I know summer is finally here because a few nights ago I saw the first firefly in my yard, even one of our cats got excited, running to the window to see it. So this beautiful Interactive Card from Joy … Read More...
Tote Bag in 5 Sizes – Free Sewing Pattern
Tote bags are always a fun project to sew! They’re easy to sew and a great way to show off a cute fabric. Plus, you get the satisfaction of being able to carry your tote and have everyone compliment it. … Read More...
4th of July Star Shaped Album
This fun Star Shaped Mini Album is full of red, white and blue, perfect for filling with photos from the 4th of July. The cover and pages have been die cut from faux stitched nesting Star Shapes with holes punched … Read More...
Fun and creative tree stump project and more!
I bet most of us wouldn’t think of a tree stump as a place to paint but boy is it pretty when they are. Not only are these pretty to look at I can totally picture kids playing on them. … Read More...