Cathy from Year 27+1 has crafted an incredibly charming fabric Easter basket using vintage sheets, and she’s generously sharing her tutorial on how to make one for yourself. This DIY Easter basket is perfect for those who love upcycled … Read More...
DIY: Make your own toothpaste (with coconut oil!)
My idea of homemade toothpaste is baking soda — just baking soda — on my tooth brush! But Jillee at One Good Thing has gone way beyond that and made her own toothpaste, using coconut oil. And the bonus? … Read More...
Easter Chick Cupcakes
Not only do you get to decorate these crazy-adorable chick cupcakes for Easter, but you can take a quick trip down long-ago TV commercial lane HERE at Bird on a Cake. I agree. “Thanks Easter bunny, BAWK BAWK!”
Tip: Make A Stencil for Flocking
Using flocking powder gives a great soft feel to any card but it can be a little messy to work with. The Rubber Cafe Design Team has a great idea for making a stencil to use with flocking, get a … Read More...
DIY Wedding Cake Tips, Ideas for Decorating a DIY Wedding Cake
If you’re planning to make your own wedding cake, be sure to check out all the great tips and tricks at One Fab Day! Get all the secrets for a successful DIY wedding cake here.
Faux Paint Peel Aged Frames
I made these a few weeks back and the response was great. I’ve even had someone tell me they tried my method and they loved the results. Outstanding! I really love that! I bought some of those $5.00 Walmart frames, … Read More...
How to make recycled sweater, socks, and stockings snowmen
Over at Sharon’s blog Crafts ‘n Coffee there is a whole bunch of super fun snowmen themed crafts made from all sorts of recycled clothing. Pop on over and check out her snowmen making tutorials.
Looking for Holiday or … Read More...
DIY Ribbon Frame
Create a gorgeous sign for your guest table or dessert bar using ribbons and a frame! Get the tutorial created by Adore By Chloe and featured as a guest post at Pocketful of Dreams.
Cobra Inspired Chest of Drawers
First of all let me say that I love this dresser. Second, I must admit, this is the first time I have seen a piece of furniture that was inspired by a car. Oh sure, there’s toddler car beds and … Read More...
Butterfly and Dragonfly Marshmallows
For a super crazy quick and easy bit o’ sweet Spring, make these butterfly and dragonfly marshmallows. I made these for a guest post today over at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. Find the how-tos HERE.
Tutorial: Chevron appliqued spring top
Sometimes adding a small detail to a store-bought garment is all you need to take it from plain to fabulousness. That’s true in this project that Grace from Finley and Oliver shares in the Sewing for Me! series at Sewing … Read More...
Project: Clay Stamped Tin
Here’s a terific recycling project from Jennifer Ingle over on the Stampendous blog. She covered an empty Altoids tin in clay and stamped it. This would be a great little jewelry or gift box.
-Heather
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Spring top with pleated neck and exposed zipper
Jill from Made It On Monday guest blogs in the Sewing for Me! series at Kojodesignss with a tutorial showing how to make spring top with a pleated neckline. The back of the top gets an exposed zipper. Get … Read More...
Tutorial: Crayon Box Pleat Skirt
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Crayon Box Pleated Skirt. The stripes around the bottom are created by piecing together contrasting solid fabrics. She divided the … Read More...
Daffodil Candles
Ahh, Martha Stewart. No one knows how to do spring better, in my opinion. I was looking for some seasonally appropriate ideas and found these lovely votive holders that help cast soft light across a table setting. They look like … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s Nautical Dress from a refashioned tee
Anshu fromBlooms and Bugs shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her little girl’s Nautical Dress. The striped knit is actually an adult t-shirt that she reshaped into the little girl’s dress. She added contrast banding … Read More...
Easter Pattern: Felted knitted rabbit patterns
Mollie Makes has an adorable Felted knitted rabbit patterns and tutorial from guest blogger Claire Garland of Dot Pebbles. You can create one for each member of your family with their unique characteristics; have fun with these little guys. Claire … Read More...
Tutorial: Wavy Tunic
I am so digging Wavy Tunic that Jessica from Me Sew Crazy made for her daughter! The simple A-line with a pieced curve down the middle is perfect for an older girl. I’m thinking I may need to make one … Read More...
Alphabet Wall Art inspired by Pottery Barn
This Pottery Barn inspired piece of wall art really caught my eye. I love all the fun colors in it and the idea of how it would totally dress up a child’s room or playroom. There’s a full tutorial too, … Read More...
Baby Owl Crochet Beanie
A baby owl or an owl for a baby—no matter how you look at it, this design is absolutely adorable! Owls continue to be a huge trend in baby accessories and décor, and it’s easy to see why. … Read More...