Jennie of Clover and Violet shares how to make a patchwork Kindle Cover on her blog. She explains how to adapt her dimensions to fit any size reader. I like both of her examples, shown here, although the one with … Read More...
Time for Colour de Verre Molds!
I just got some new molds!! I just got some new molds!! Time to cast some cute little jewelry parts. Today I received some new molds from Colour de Verre and I’m so excited to try them out. And I’ll … Read More...
Tutorial: Loyalty card wallet
Roslyn from RosMadeMe shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a wallet to hold all those store loyalty cards you end up with. She used oilcloth to make hers, but you could use regular ol’ cotton as … Read More...
How to make a felted stone tutorial
Lisa of “lil fish studios” has been making felted stones for several years now and she has often been asked how she makes them. There are different ways of making stones, but this is her method and it looks straight … Read More...
Tutorial: Swaddle Baby soft doll
Becca from Bedtime Tales and Becca Marie Designs shows how to make her Swaddle Baby soft doll. Ohhh, how I love these sweet little babies!! With a simple body shape that’s stitched into the swaddling blanket, they’re made with small … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s tiered ruffle top
Amy from Naptime Crafters and Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shophows how to make a tiered ruffle shirt for a little girl. The bodice is shirred with elastic thread. The dimensions she gives will make one in a size 2T, but you … Read More...
DIY: Gardener’s Hand Scrub (in time for Spring!)
Even here in the wilds of the Northeastern United States, I’m already getting my hands dirty. So this incredibly easy tutorial from One Good Thing by Jillee comes at a perfect time. And these would make GREAT year end … Read More...
Metal Clay Hinges Made Easy!
Have you seen this neat gizmo called the Magic Hinge Box? I just watched the video for how it works. This takes a lot of guess-work out of making metal clay hinges. Take a look at MetalClays.com to see the … Read More...
Rhubarb Stepping Stones
Looking for a creative way to add rustic charm to your backyard or garden path? Rhubarb stepping stones are the perfect blend of nature and craft. Using just a few simple supplies—cement, a round mold like a shallow dish or … Read More...
Retro Canisters Redo
I bought some really awesome ceramic canisters a little over a year ago. I looked up the name and apparently they sell for around $140. I paid $40 and the money went to a good cause, win/win. However, one of … Read More...
How to crochet a plarn clothes pin bag
I love cute recycled craft projects and new words like plarn (plastic yarn). If you do too check out this cute plarn clothes pin bag featured over at the blog thredHED.
9 Year Old Builds Cardboard Arcade
There I was, minding my own business, drinking my coffee when I saw a post on Facebook. Seems there’s a little boy named Caine in East L.A. that spent the summer going to work with his dad in the family … Read More...
Springtime Eclairs from Open Kitchen Magazine
While I’m a few days late for all the yummy Easter ideas in Open Kitchen Magazine, this free online issue is filled with clever and pretty Spring-themed treats, pastries, breads, finger foods and ideas for parties and picnicking. These … Read More...
Hyacinth Pops
More gorgeous edible flowers from the master of “Confectionary Floral Design”: Hyacinth pops! Easy to make, find the how-tos to Hyacinth coconut peanut butter Rice Krispies bars on sticks HERE at Blossomedge. The entire bouquet is stunning, yes? You’ll … Read More...
WALL-E Breakfast and Princess Cupcakes
Today is quickly becoming the day of fun-food-characters-for-kids, huh? This time it’s WALL-E and Eva for breakfast. Make them HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. And since this is breakfast and the last post was lunch, how … Read More...
Angry Birds Lunch
My kid has finally progressed in her knowledge of parabolas to surpass me in Angry Birds. Kids and video games today are kind of a scary combination! Love this Angry Birds lunch. Make it HERE at Creative Food.
Fox and Marmot Cross Stitch Pattern
Monochrome Butterfly Cross Stitch Project
How to Recycle Old Candles
If you’re a fan of relaxing baths accompanied by the soothing glow of scented candles, you know how quickly these little luxuries can add up. It can be frustrating to watch your collection dwindle down to nothing and have to … Read More...
Tutorial: Machine smocking
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she used her sewing machine to create smocking. This isn’t the elastic thread shirring/smocking, it’s the tightly gathered and embroidered fabric you … Read More...