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Making candles is the most ideal quarantine activity ever, whether you’re making them for wedding presents or for your own house. Candle making has become a pastime that pays off in fantastic smelling rewards thanks to very basic ingredients and … Read More...
If you’ve admired Claudia Chase’s unique beaded tapestry jewelry on Craftsy or in Beadwork, Handwoven and Spin-Off magazines, here’s the class you’ve been waiting for!
Claudia helps new weavers and beaders take the plunge, and shows experienced crafters how to … Read More...
This is a chunky scarf using chunky yarn for a chunky winter, Okay I don’t know what a chunky winter is but It seemed to make sense as I wrote it. I love the look of a chunky scarf but … Read More...
Wish some a Happy New Year with this quick and easy Tree Ring card. The gold heat embossing really stands out on the dark cardstock background and I love the coordinating sentiment stamps from Maker Forte! Kim also added a … Read More...
Sew a warm fleece hat for your favorite toddler! This fleece hat by Delia Creates has ear flaps which I think are adorable and would also keep their ears warm. There’s a free pattern so you can use it to … Read More...
Wendy used lots of pre-printed dies to create this beautiful Winter Wreath Layout. Arranging them in a circle, popping some of them and tucking in some sentiments up to create the circle shape, she also added some ribbon and pom … Read More...
Do you have kids home for the holidays? Or are you looking after the grandkids while their parents are at work? Here’s a quick, and as mess free as possible, wet felting tutorial that you can do at home!
If … Read More...
As I sit here watching my squirrel “kids” eat nuts we put out after the rain I want to make squirrel art. There are lots of leaves down after the rain as well so it is perfect timing to make … Read More...
With the weather turning colder in many places it’s the perfect time to create cards with Winter themes. I especially love making these types of cards for anyone who has a birthday during the winter months or as thank you … Read More...
Junell used colorful tags to create the blocks on her 2021 New Years Intentions layout. Each block contains a stamped number and hand written journaling, she also added a photo of her self and a more journaling and dates in … Read More...
Brioche knitting can be used for all sorts of projects, of course, but it seems like it’s most common on sweaters, hats and shawls.
The Sprouted Brioche Blanket from Lavanya Patricella uses blossoming brioche to make a blanket that almost … Read More...
I don’t know about you, but sometimes seatbelts can be irritating on the neck. Why not try this handy solution from Thermoweb?
You will need to use their special Heat ‘n Bond Fusible Fleece to complete your project. However, … Read More...
This book is about cannabis and you are probably wondering why it is not over on our Edible blog? Well I figured it was more related to the body than eating and I wanted to share it with you. I … Read More...
Hot cocoa bombs are hollow chocolate balls filled with hot cocoa powder, marshmallows, and sometimes other goodies to create a delicious warm beverage that will heat your insides. Hot chocolate bomb recipes are easy to make, and once done, you … Read More...
Now’s the perfect time to grab your alphabet and number stamps and dies and create your own personalized calendars for the upcoming year. You can make each page similar or use themes for different times of the year. The design … Read More...
This heart shaped oven mitt is a cute sewing project you can make for Valentine’s Day or for all year. Crazy Little Projects has a free sewing pattern you can use to make one. Or, if hearts aren’t your thing, … Read More...
This sweet little layered penguin die is perfect for winter scrapbook layouts and greeting cards. Cut each section from different colored cardstock and layer them up to create the finished design. I love the white section that is made of … Read More...
I’m not usually a fan of things that make noise but New Year’s Eve is an exception. “Pop” on over to the blog Craft Ideas For Kids for a fun collection of all sorts of recycled elements turned into noisemakers … Read More...
Gather up those felt scraps you have sitting around and get ready to make one or more of these adorable embroidered toadstools. The free tutorial is over on the American Felt and Craft website.
When I look at these I … Read More...
Quilted Bags & Gifts
is a beautiful collection of bags, pouches, and accessories designed for quilters who love to create handmade gifts. All 36 projects use basic patchwork and appliqué techniques, so they can be made in a weekend. Readers … Read More...
