Most stories about men knitting are what we called in journalism school “hey, Martha” stories. (As in, hey, Martha, take a look at this funny story!) They expect readers to be shocked, … Read More...
{Tinkered Treasures} Book Review & Giveaway!
If you’re dreaming of a magical wedding day filled with vintage charm and sweet surprises, be sure to grab a copy of Tinkered Treasures by Elyse Major! This lovely book is brimming over with ideas including more than 35 … Read More...
Heart-Shaped Sushi and Other Healthy Foods for Valentine’s Day
So it is possible to be healthy on a holiday? Find a roundup of 24 healthy Valentine’s Day treats, including heart-shaped melon, tomatoes, crackers, apples, ravioli, even sushi (shown, by Holly’s Helpings), HERE at Disney Baby.
How to Make Plantable Seed Paper
Have you ever made plantable paper filled with seeds? It’s actually quite easy, fun for adults and for kids, and looks really natural and charming as well. Head over to Home Made Simple for a quick tutorial on how it’s … Read More...
Want to Win a Gift Card from WEBS?
Kathy and Steve Elkins, owners of WEBS yarn store, are celebrating the 300th edition of their Ready, Set, Knit podcast. And they want a little help from listeners and other fiber fans.
Even though they’ve been at the … Read More...
Strawberry Heart Cheesecake Bites
Everything is coming up hearts these days, even mini cheesecake bites with–duh, so smart!–strawberry hearts. I’m thinking of a jillion other treats you could dress up with strawberry hearts, too. Find the recipe and how-tos for strawberry heart mini cheesecake … Read More...
Hand Held Appetizers
Here is a great appetizer idea. Healthy. Beautiful. Easy to pass. Easy to eat. Martha gives us a little bit of DIY instruction here. It’s fresh veggies, in bread cups, served with dip in the bottom of them. So, … Read More...
Easy Decorated Heart Cookies for Valentine’s Day
I’m totally stuck on this one-consistency-of-icing chaos-is-better-than-order method of cookie decorating now. It’s just plain easier. And looks wackadoodle. Find the how-tos to make these at my other blog, HERE at the decorated cookie.
Free pattern: High low top
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern for making a high low top. The pattern is for a size small (34″ bust). If you need a larger size, you could create your own using a … Read More...
Freebie: Valentine Digital Stamp
Under the Apricot Tree has this totally adorable Valentine’s Day digital stamp to download for free, click here to get it.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design bundle to download … Read More...
Fancy Mustache Necklaces
Mustache themed jewelry, accessories and clothing entered the fashion scene last year, becoming popular among teens and young adults. On her blog “The Journey of a Super Mom,” Jolene Lew shows us her idea of turning ordinary mustache … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Upcycled denim wrist cuff
Jolene from The Journey of a Supermom shows the upcycled denim wrist cuffs she made. These are sooo awesome!! She used the zipper and button to make the cuffs. This is often a part of jeans that become scrap when … Read More...
Rose Cake Pop Tutorial
Nope, not real roses, and yep, there are cake pops under there. What a gorgeous and lovely and–gotta say it–sweet alternative to a bouquet of the inedible kind for Valentine’s Day. Find the tutorial to make your own HERE at … Read More...
Tutorial: Pom pom heart pillow
Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts guest blogs at Go To Sewing with a tutorial showing how to make a pom pom heart pillow. It would make a fun addition to Valentine’s decor. And since hearts aren’t limited to February, you … Read More...
Fondant Flower Tutorial
I think it fitting given the upcoming holiday o’ love that these beautiful, fondant flowers are made from a tiny heart cookie cutter. Created by Cake Whiz, find the full tutorial HERE at Cake Journal.
Tutorial: Child’s bow beret
Angelina from Jo Jo & Eloise shows how to make a child’s beret embellished with a big bow. She traced around a stockpot to get the big circle that is used to make the body of the hat. Go to … Read More...
Organizational Tip | Ribbon Storage from Apple Bag Ties
This organizational tip from Nathalie at An Ounce of Creativity is making me wish we had bag ties like this over here! She shows this neat way to hang your favourite ribbons in your craft space using upcycled items. Click … Read More...
Sledding Party
February can bring ice and snow to some of us. Let’s head outside for a sledding party. Warm food, treats, and even an outdoor Fondue pot are featured in this piece about hosting a winter party.
These ideas were all … Read More...
Tutorial | Stitched Heart Tags for Valentine’s Day
This tutorial for stitched heart tags from Live, Laugh, Rowe, will help you to add a homemade touch to your Valentine’s Day gifts. Or use them as embellishments on a scrapbook page or mini album. Click here to see more.… Read More...
Tutorial | Garden Planner from Punk Projects
It’s still cold outside in the Northern hemisphere but Punxsutawney Phil said we’ll have an early Spring so this DIY from Katie at Punk Projects is timely. Use her instructions to create a custom planner for your annual garden. Click … Read More...