The Pixie Cottage blog has a tutorial from Sharon of Cards N Greetings for making a fun exploding card. Her’s is wedding themed but you could use this interesting design idea for any theme!
-Heather
Foodie Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Leave it to epicurious to collect some must-haves for the foodie mom. Find the roundup of ideas HERE. Pineapple purse anyone? I think the sack made from cork fabric would be more my speed, personally.
Norwegian Star Pattern for I-Phone Case
Assorted Fruit Cross Stitch Project
Tolkein Elvish Sampler
I am such a fan of LOTR – Lord of the Rings for the non geeky among you. So when I saw this free chart at Hancock’s House of Happy that is in Elvish I jumped up and down – … Read More...
Fun idea for reusing preschool art
Fun little idea to share with you courtesy of Linda of the blog Partycraft Secrets. Often times preschool art is just a bunch of pretty colors. Why not cut the art into strips and the possibilities are endless!
How To: Make a Felt Starfish
Natalie is a “Natural Kids” Team Member and created this darling Starfish tutorial with a pattern for us to recreate. Natalie was inspired by her own starfish photo and decided to make some Autumn Starfish out of orangey Wool Felt. … Read More...
Chicken Pot Pie Cupcakes
Now this one belongs in that subsection of Edible Crafts of foods prepared like other foods. I think it’s the clever-idea element that justifies inclusion in Edible Crafts. For me, chicken pot pie is right up there with mac n’ … Read More...
Winner of the book giveaway “Mend it Better”
Blythe is the winner of this giveaway lucky# 86 picked by Random.org “shown”! Congratulations Blythe I hope you enjoy this amazing book. I will be emailing Blythe for her shipping information. Let us know how you like this book once … Read More...
Standing Ant Cookies
Without doubt, the cutest decorated cookies to bring to a picnic ever: Standing ant cookies. Find the step-by-step how-tos to make them HERE at The Barefoot Baker.
How to Re-wick a Candle
You can re-wick your candles to give them an extra lease of life. We all know about those candles that have had a good run, but still have enough left in them, but the wick is too small, right? It … Read More...
Recipe For a Good Marriage
Your wedding shower guests will have fun spooning up advice for the couple-to-be with this fun party activity! Check out all the details at Sweet C’s Designs. What a cute idea, and a great way to create a keepsake … Read More...
Mary Poppins Tea Party
Oh Mary Poppins, how I love thee. One of my most favorite books/movies ever. My daughter adores her, too. Mary was the first character at Disney World to give her a hug, and we spent much of the next day … Read More...
Goldfish Bowl Snack Bags
Put me in the group that had no idea you could reshape store-bought plastic snack bags with an iron. How very cool. I mean how very warm (groan). Make fishbowl snack bags (filled with Goldfish, of course) HERE at Cute … Read More...
Tutorial: One strap bag for little kids
Lucija from 2 Cute 2 Sew shares a tutorial over at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make a one strap bag for a small child. It’s made to sling easily over the shoulder and across the back for easy … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted oven mitt with ruffle trim
Staci from Crafty Stacishares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a quilted oven mitt with ruffle trim. All the layers of fabric and batting and lining help protect your hands from hot pots and cookie sheets. … Read More...
Freebie: Fairy Digital Stamp
Sweet Stamping Treats has a lovely Violet Fairy free digital stamp to download. Please note it’s only free for this month, so hurry and grab it!
Edit: No link, sorry folks looks like this site no longer exists.
-Heather … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Striped knit dress with tapered hem
Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curls shows how to create a striped knit dress with a tapered hem. The high waist and full skirt make this a great style for maternity, but it doesn’t have to be just for preggers … Read More...
Tutorial: Neon striped tee, no sewing required
We can blame on my 80s childhood, but I am LOVING all of the neon colors I’m seeing this spring! Stephanie from Henry Happened shows how you can add a pop of neon to a plain tee. Hers is a … Read More...
DIY Chandelier Planter
I love stumbling across unique yet functional projects. This old chandelier turn planter is exactly that! For under $20 Renee dressed up this old beauty and put it to work. I’ll admit, I will probably never look at my outdated … Read More...