As a DIY enthusiast, I love finding new ways to decorate my home and add a touch of my own personality to each space. Plastic canvas is a favorite material of mine because it is easy to work with and … Read More...
25+ Crochet Patterns For Amazing Bobble Blankets
Bobble stitch, also known as puff stitch, is a classic crochet technique that can add a touch of whimsy and texture to any project. While it’s commonly used in blankets, the bobble stitch can be used in a variety … Read More...
Treat Box and Easel Card in One
This sweet project from Cristena combines an easel card and a treat box in one. Decorated with dies and stamps the top flap opens up to form the easel card with another flap underneath that to reveal the chocolate squares … Read More...
Create a Page Background with Stencils and Pencils
When you want to stencil on your layouts you might think to only reach for paint, paste or ink pads. But Becki has a quick, easy and less messy tip tracing the stenciled design with colored pencils instead. Overtop her … Read More...
Valentine’s Addition and Subtraction Printables
Valentine’s Day is a great time to add some holiday-themed activities to the learning day, and these printable math games are a perfect way to do it. These games are designed for kindergarten and first grade students, and they use … Read More...
How to Make a “Love” Embroidery Hoop
It is not too late to make some super easy hoop art for Valentine’s Day! Just try this project from One Pure Heart. As long as you have the supplies on hand, you should be able to make this … Read More...
Heart Card Using Paper Strips
Have lots of strips and scraps of pretty cardstock laying around (I sure do! :)) Well put those to good use on a pretty card like this one from Samantha. She used strips of pink, red and peach cardstock adhering … Read More...
Unlined Drawstring Bag with No Raw Edges – Sewing Tutorial
This simple unlined drawstring is perfect for gift giving or for organizing small items! It would also make a great travel laundry or shoe bag to help keep your suitcase organized. Sum of Their Stories shows how to sew an … Read More...
Sweet Candy Layout with Loads of Photos
This sweet layout from Nicole has a whopping 40 photos! She printed her thumbnail sized photos in a grid pattern, placing them in the center with white borders top and bottom. Cute candy themed stamps and her journaling across the … Read More...
Estimating and Measuring with Candy Hearts
Candy hearts are a fun and familiar part of Valentine’s Day celebrations, but did you know that they can also be used as a teaching tool for math? This printable math activity from Buggy and Buddy is a great example … Read More...
Easy Long Cardigan Knitting Pattern
I love a good long cardigan as an extra layer when it’s cold inside. The Rathnelly cardigan from Patons uses a fuzzy, bulky yarn for extra coziness.
It’s a pretty simple drop shoulder design, worked mostly in Stockinette Stitch with … Read More...
Gnome Love Valentine’s Day Card
I love the rich pink and purples on this Valentine’s Day card from Ashley! She used Distress Oxide Inks and a blending technique to create the beautiful background that shows through behind the die cut letters. And how cute is … Read More...
11 Free Sketch Heart Pattern Papers
This pretty pattern papers are covered in hearts with a sketchy hand drawn feel. There are 11 different papers you can use on Valentine’s Day scrapbook layouts, planner pages and greeting cards. They are all FREE to download from Free … Read More...
How to make a paper whistle
Some people can whistle and some cannot. This fun paper project will make it so everyone can whistle. This might be a fun project to make for Valentine’s Day to give or make with all your friends. Pop on over … Read More...
Crystal Plate and Stained Glass Hanging
Do you see what the centre is? an old crystal plate! what a great way to incorporate something recycled into a new glass art piece. You could use crystal from a thrift store or perhaps you have some sentimental pieces … Read More...
30 DIY Dinosaur Party Ideas You Can Make At Home
Dinosaurs are such a classic theme when it comes to Birthday parties, I think there is one point in every child’s life when they LOVE dinosaurs. Both my children went through these phases but never seemed to be picked as … Read More...
Book Review – Puppet Mittens You Can Knit
Puppet Mittens Knit Book– Knit puppets for play or mittens for warmth. In this book, you’ll find 10 projects to create for yourself, your child, or any family member.
Puppet mittens will keep their hands cozy through the cold… Read More...
How to do the Quilt As You Go Direct Join Technique
Lately I have been doing some more quilt-as-you-go projects. They are fun and easy and a little bit different than traditional quilting. If you have a lot of qayg blocks but are not sure how to join them to make … Read More...
Felt Tooth Fairy Pillow Free Sewing Pattern
Losing a tooth is a huge deal for a kid, especially when they get to leave it out for the tooth fairy! You can sew an adorable felt tooth fairy pillow for your child to use. A Beautiful Mess has … Read More...
Heart Pocket Cards
How pretty is the peach and gold color combination on these sweet Valentine’s from Jamie!? She used gold foiling on vellum tags tucked inside the pocket card that has a heart shaped opening, adding stamped sentiments to the tag and … Read More...