Sometimes the most obvious ideas are sitting right in front of your face. Take this simple TV tray that’s been converted into a stylish accent piece with a bit of Mod Podge and fabric. Pick any fabric you like, match … Read More...
Freebie: Pirate Ship Digi
ARRGGHH! Ahoy Matey! Ye’ can download a free digital pirate ship image from The Graphics Fairy.
-Heather
Whoo Hoo Me – Cute Owl Cross Stitch Pattern
This free chart from Kinkavel Krosses is a hoot – as in a hoot owl. It’s a cute little owl and you will certainly want to get the free chart.
Koala Cross Stitch Project
Hancock’s House of Happy is celebrating the 101st post with a happy Koala and a TRUE story about some koala poo. I kid you not. Get the free chart and the story.
Plywood Rug
I actually saw this a while ago and saved it in my files, which then of course became buried under the rubble that is my online life. *sigh* But I dug it out today to share with you because I … Read More...
Custom-sized mug cozy tutorial
“Hazelnuts” blog is hosted by Jacqueline who lives in New Zealand. She has a cool crafty blog with plenty of fun ideas like this “Custom-sized mug cozy tutorial”! This would make a darling Mother’s Day gift along with a mug. … Read More...
License Plate Coat Hooks
Something you may not know about me is that I am a license plate FREAK. Funny thing is I have NO license plate decor in my house! I have all sorts of ideas swirling through my head and am always … Read More...
Mini Rainbow Cupcakes
I’ve been doing way too much self-promotion of late, but given the fondness for rainbow sweets (at least as evidenced by Pinterest), I have one more to share. I made these mini rainbow cupcakes for a two-year old’s birthday party.… Read More...
Easy way to recycle a belt into a bracelet
This couldn’t easier…or cooler. Pop on over to Wilma’s blog By Wilma to read how she recycled a belt into a bracelet and see another version.
Tutorial: Banner Day skirt for little girls
Ellen from The Long Thread, and author of 1, 2, 3 Sew, shares a tutorial over at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make her Banner Day Skirt. The little girl’s twirly skirt has a pennant banner pieced … Read More...
Tutorial: Sleeping bag and pillow for an 18″ doll
My daughter and her best friend LOVE their American Girl dolls, and are all the time arranging “play dates” for the dolls to get together. How cute would this sleeping bag and pillow set be for their doll sleepovers? Melissa … Read More...
Tutorial: Take in a skirt in length and waist, the quick and easy way
Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curl shows the quick and easy way to take in a skirt that’s too long or too big in the waist. Get the how-t0.
[photo from Cotton & Curl]
Video: Hanging Tea Light Holders
Looking for something simple yet chic to dress up your deck or patio this summer? Here’s a video tutorial for making these pretty little hanging tea light holders that will add just the right amount of ambience to your backyard … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s bubble top with sweetheart bodice
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial on her blog showing how her Anchors Away Bubble Top for toddler girls that’s all kinds of summer cuteness. It’s got a pretty sweetheart bodice with tie straps, and a large anchor … Read More...
Earth Day Bento Box Ideas Blog Hop
While I’ve seen (and been a part of) plenty of bloggers in cahoots with their posts, I don’t believe I’ve ever seen a pub-crawl style blog hop, where one blog leads to another … Read More...
Tutorial: Stacking Double Ringed Pincushion
Carina Gardner shares a tutorial at Riley Blake’s Cutting Corners College showing how to make her Double Ringed Pincushion. The doughnut shaped pincushions can be stacked on a tower of wooden spools. You can make it as tall as you … Read More...
Earth Day Lunch, Dinner and Dessert Ideas
Earth Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate our planet with delicious and creative meals that are both fun and meaningful. Whether you’re planning a special lunch, dinner, … Read More...
Project: Box Made from Coasters
Inky Antics has instructions for turning four square coasters
, paper and some stamping into an adorable little box. I love how it’s stitched together with ribbon on the sides! Click here to download a pdf . Instructions are by … Read More...
{Book Giveaway} Handmade Weddings
Yesterday I shared a round-up of creative projects from the book Handmade Weddings, and I promised to give away a copy today, so here’s your chance to win Handmade Weddings for yourself! The rules are simple:
Leave a comment … Read More...
Pretty Headband
One of the coolest things about this cute headband is the opportunity to showcase a single fantastic button!
Jenn of JennLikesYarn.com is the designer of this easy project and she offers this pattern for free on her blog. Since I’m … Read More...