Amy from “One Artsy Mama,” shows us how to make this lovely pink bracelet using memory wire and shell beads. When it comes to making jewelry with wire I have always been intimidated, but Amy makes it look … Read More...
Make your own custom nail polish — video
You can never have too much nail polish, and making your own? Perfect. Anne-Marie, aka The Soap Queen, shares a short video on how to mix your own. The clear nail polish base can be a bit tricky … Read More...
Freebie: Arrow Valentine Digital Stamp
Sweet Muffin Suite has an arrow digital stamp to download along with a how to for making it into a pencil holder. These would be so fun for your kids school Valentines! Or for us adults maybe make a Katniss … Read More...
DIY: Natural Room Scents
If you’re like me and hate the artificial “good” smells you can buy, this clever tutorial from The Yummy Life shows you how to make your own using all natural ingredients. Lemon, rosemary and vanilla anyone? Or lime, thyme, mint … Read More...
DIY: Natural Makeup Powder
Who knew it was this easy to whip up your own makeup? Christine from Great Oak Circle shares her step-by-step tutorial to creating a translucent powder that’s wonderful for covering blemishes and absorbing oil. She even has ideas on how … Read More...
More Ways To Wrap Your Scarf
I recently ran across a great (new to me) way to wrap a scarf. This does not have to be a crocheted scarf, but since we’re all about crochet here, you can use any of these to wrap … Read More...
Party Worthy Garland
Nothing sets a party apart from an “average day” like the decorations. Here is a STUNNING garland, and a tutorial on how to do it. Best of all, all you need is paper, scissors (or a paper cutter), a stapler … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Shopping
Sweet gifts:
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| Baby Valentine Mermaid by JoyzanzCreations | Robot Love Pendant by GingerDead |
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| Illuminated Heart Jewellery by phydeauxdesigns | Green Heart Studs by KatrinSArt |
How to make a recycled magazine page heart bookmark
Unusual Alphabet Sampler
I love this unique alphabet sampler from Embroiderbee. It has the alphabet on it and then it features an alphabet search portion. It would make a great pillow for a child or even a stand up framed piece. Then the … Read More...
{DIY Mini Chalkboard Wedding Favors} Tutorial & a Giveaway!
I’m giving away 100 mini chalkboards from my recent shopping spree at Consumer Crafts! Check out all the details and get a quick and easy tutorial for wedding favors/place cards at Serendipity Vintage Studio. Giveaway ends on Friday, February … Read More...
Tutorial: Hammer style leggings for little girls
I know, I know… people these days call them “harem” pants. But back in the day, they were Hammer Pants. Am I showing my age? Liz fromSimple Simon & Co. gets the name right in her blog post, where … Read More...
Tutorial: Crossover hoodie neckline
Check out the crossover neck on this hoodie sweatshirt Heather from Feather’s Flights made for her son. It’s a cool look that also seems like it would give good coverage to a neck to keep it warm. Go to her … Read More...
Monsters, Inc. Apples
OOh, something healthy! I mean mostly healthy. There’s an apple in there. And so perfect for the Monsters, Inc. fan. Make a Mike Wazowski apple HERE at Party Animal.
Valentine Ruffled Felt Heart Kissing Ball & Cup Cake DIY
Think of displaying these dramatic decorations on Valentine’s Day and getting rave reviews from your family and guests. The colors and ideas a so stunning and the projects are achievable even for new crafters. If you have been on the … Read More...
Tutorial: Monogrammed bag tag
Taylor Made shows how to make a monogrammed diaper bag tag. Not toting around a diaper bag these days? Make one for your purse or laptop bag, or your luggage, or maybe for your child to hang from her backpack. … Read More...
Technique: Tile Effect for Stamping
This tile technique is a great way to add some interest to a large stamp. By using a scoring board to scoring your paper before stamping you can get this interesting effect. Find more info on the Stamping and Scrapping … Read More...
Kids Show You How to Make Frozen Yogurt Pops
Just yesterday I was talking about the yogurt-turned-into-frozen-yogurt trend taking over the world. Well, watch three budding stars expertly walk you through this kid-friendly craft making yogurt heart pops HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
Party Plate
Here is a serving idea for a party that keeps everything WELL contained. And for sure, what ever you put in there will be “all tied up” ahead of time. This idea could be used for a party of any … Read More...
Interview with quilting teacher Betty Alofs
This is a quilt made by well-known quilt teacher Betty Alofs from her book, Quilt Your Favorite Photos. New to using photos in quilts? She’s the subject of an interview at Craft Foxes where she talks about incorporating them … Read More...