Emmy from Craft The Pain Away shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a zippered case to hold a Nintendo 3DS. You can make one from just twofat quarter (and a zipper, some fleece, and some … Read More...
Tutorial: Spring romper from daddy’s t-shirts
Claudia from Lukuma and Handmade Con Amor shows how a couple of daddy’s old t-shirts became this cute spring romper for her daughter, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. It looks like separates, but it’s actually … Read More...
Tutorial: New York Beauty quilt block
Lindsay of Lindsay Sews shows how to make this New York Beauty quilt block using a paper piecing technique. Hers was the last quilt block in the New York Beauty QAL hosted by Sew Sweetness. Get the tutorial.
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Book review and giveaway at Sew Sweetness
Sara of Sew Sweetness received a review copy of the new book Shape Workshop for Quilters
, published by Fat Quarterly. She liked it so much she stopped everything she was doing and made a quilt top from one of … Read More...
Tutorial: Criss Cross Card
Taylor Usry. with Paper Craft Planet has detailed directions for making an interesting criss cross card, click here for all the details.
-Heather
Stepping Stone Mother’s Day Gift
A few years ago, my daughters and I made these for Father’s Day. My husband loved them, and they are still in the garden today! You can find the tutorial over at We Made That! Take your child outside and … Read More...
Dentist and Teeth {Lesson Plan}
My daughter just had her first dentist appointment and did wonderfully, but this lesson plan from The Nature of Grace would have been helpful to get her a little more prepare and knowledgeable about her teeth and the dentist. You … Read More...
Unique Neon Candles
The Proper Pinwheel shares a completely unique idea for making neon textured candles. Spray paint, textured/grippy drawer liners, hot glue and scissors are used to create these candles. Grab the DIY at The Proper Pinwheel.
End of Year Teacher Gift Ideas
The Vintage Umbrella has some simple and easy ideas to prepare for an end of the year gift for your child’s teacher. Head on over there for the how to’s!
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Paper Map Beads
Do you have a bunch of maps around your house that you don’t want to throw away, but no longer need them because of your smart phone? Why not collect them all and turn them into beautiful beads? You and … Read More...
Winner of “CREATING FELT ARTWORK” eBook Giveaway
I am pleased to announce that lucky #17 Pamela Huntington is the winner of this giveaway! Congratulations. I will be sending your email to Annie and Lyn so they can send your eBook to you. Thanks to all of you … Read More...
Recycled Mosaic Picture Frame
This is a wonderful craft for kids right after you’ve done the budget, had a small anxiety attack and go to cut up your credit cards! You can find the full tutorial over at Art Projects for Kids! This would … Read More...
Mother’s Day Photo Collage Project
This is a great way to spend your Saturday afternoon before Mother’s Day!! Sit around the table and craft a beautiful photo collage with your child!! You can find the tutorial at Artzy Creations.
Book of the Month for Kids {Gift Idea}
I love finding books that my kids will enjoy, the idea of doing this type of thing as a gift for my kids’ friends never crossed my mind! I love how every book is individually wrapped with dates that say … Read More...
Iron Man Fingerless Gloves – Louie’s Loops
Avengers mania is sweeping the world and I am no exception to it. So if you are, please scroll away whilst I indulge in some nerdy love for these crocheted Iron Man styled fingerless gloves by Louie’s Loops. Best … Read More...
How to make mini recycled jar terrariums
Talk about green craft…literally! See the great tutorial Haley shared at her blog The Zen of Making on how to make recycled jar terrariums.
A Mother’s Day Plea: Loss of a Young Mother
You may have seen some of the posts around the internet this week. A loved member of the crafting and DIY community suffered a terrible family loss that has touched our hearts, especially so close to Mother’s Day. In an … Read More...
Wrapped and Painted Candle Holders
The Forge shares this nice idea for recycling old jars into candle holders. All you need is twine and some paint to get this look. Visit The Forge for full instructions.
Tutorial: Make a lavender tea bag sachet for mom
If you’re looking for a good last-minute gift you can make for Mother’s Day, check out this lavendar tea bag sachet tutorial at Lark Crafts. The tea bag-shaped sachets are made out of felt, for a project that’s both … Read More...
Giveaway: 10 fat quarter bundle from The Intrepid Thread
This week’s fabric giveaway atMaureen Cracknell Handmade comes from The Intrepid Thread. It’s a 10 fat quarter bundle of fabrics selected by Maureen herself. The colors are absolutely gorgeous! Go to Maureen Cracknell Handmade for the details and … Read More...