Cindy from Siestas and Sewing shows a quick fix for a winter coat that had grown too small for her daughter. It fit everywhere except for the length of the arms, so she created fabric cuffs to extend the length … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric stamping makes awesome jeggings
Katy from No Big Dill shares a tutorial over at It’s Always Autumn shows how some simple stamping turns a pair of unloved, plain jeggings into awesomeness. It’s a no-sew project because she starts with a pair of store-bought jeggings. … Read More...
Freebie: Mermaid Digital Stamp
A.J.’s Digi Shoppe has a lovely mermaid digi stamp to download for free, click here.
-Heather
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12 Lessons for Selling at Shows and Fairs – Resin Obsession
This is an older post, but I love sharing this kind of thing when I find it in case anyone missed it initially. Resin Obsession blogged about the 12 lessons learned from selling jewelry at art shows and craft fairs… Read More...
Floral Bookplate {Free Printable}
We have a large children’s book library in our home, and these bookplates are perfect for them! You can get these adorable book plates from my poppet…and print as many as you need! You will probably also want to … Read More...
‘Play Teacher’ Kit
One of my favorite make believe things to do as a child was to pretend I was a teacher. I think there was something about feeling like I had authority over my dolls and stuffed animals, and I also got … Read More...
PB Inspired French Pillow
This pretty French postcard pillow drew inspiration from a similar look available at Pottery Barn. I actually like this version better! There’s a free pattern too in case you would like to make one of your own. See it here … Read More...
Groundhog Day Craft {Free Printable}
Groundhog Day is almost upon us, and this craft is a great way to teach your children about the day and the history behind it! You can get this free printable craft over at My Very Educated Mother.
Tissue Box Cowboy Hat
Here’s a cute little ‘western’ craft for all the little children! With the cold and flu season upon us, I’m sure most of you have an extra tissue box lying around. Why not create something with it and your children! … Read More...
Kids Craft – Simple Flower Lollipop Valentines
These flower valentines are perfect for your children to make for their classmates. You can find the simple tutorial over at We Made That. Just pop a lollipop sucker in and you have a very quick and easy … Read More...
Free pattern: Her Favorite Sweater girl’s knit shirt
Jen from iCandy Handmade copied her daughter’s favorite sweater, and remade it into lighter weight t-shirts. The simple shape is easy to sew, comfy to wear, and shows off a fun print. She shares the pattern and tutorial on her … Read More...
Tip: Keep your fabrics from fraying and tangling when prewashing
Don’t you hate it when your prewashed fabrics come out of the washer in a giant tangled up, frayed-edge mess? Toni from Sugar Tart Crafts shares a tip to keep it from happening. Go to her blog to see what … Read More...
Tutorial: Soap in a Crockpot
If you’ve been hesitant to try making soap, this is the post for you. Jillee, from One Good Thing by Jillee, has done a wonderful tutorial that takes all the fear out of the process. And as always she’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Homemade Dishwasher Pellets
Have more time — and money! — for crafting if you make your own dishwasher pellets. The good folks at Budget 101 have a great step-by-step tutorial, and it’s easy! Find it here.
Tutorial: Measuring tape bracelet
Haley Pierson-Cox at The Zen of Making shows how to turn a measuring tape into a fun piece of wrist jewelry. If you don’t already have a couple of extra measuring tapes in your sewing box (mine tend to reproduce … Read More...
Inspiration: Nail Art
In the winter doldrums, some new nail ideas might be just the thing. Bregje from Oooh, Shinies! rounds up her top nail art of 2012. Some fun ideas, and good advice too. Find it all here.
How to Carve a Watermelon Robot
Because everyone needs to know this. And I spotted this in an eerily circular route. I first saw it Spaceships and Laserbeams, but they say they found the source via me. How’s that for teamwork? Anyway, find the video … Read More...
French Herb Painted Pots
These pretty pots were made by Carolyn from a dollar store ceramic pot. Using craft paint and stencils she transformed this dollar store look into chic little herb containers for your kitchen or garden. You can get the supply list … Read More...
Project: Stamped Sucker Flowers
Here’s a cute, quick project for Valentine’s Day! Add a little stamped flower around a sucker to give to your sweetie. I think this would alos be a great kids craft idea too. Find more info on the Obsessed with … Read More...
Rainbow Powdered Sugar
I’ll never tire of rainbow-themed foods, I don’t think. To bring some rainbows to your every day, here’s an idea for tinting powdered sugar to decorate French toast or cupcakes or cakes, or whatever needs a little rainbow and sugar. … Read More...