I love bulb flowers…daffodils, crocuses, etc. Unfortunately, I haven’t planted any. I can encourage a love for these beautiful flowers through this craft. Thank goodness we save our cardboard tubes…. Head on over to Naturally Educational for the tutorial.
City Wall Decor w/ Tape- Kid Time
Putti Prapancha is a blog that posts about all the creative things they do together as family, and it is usually her daughter who is the creative one! I love when a parent gives their child total creative freedom…sometimes I … Read More...
Liquid Sidewalk Chalk
Domestic Charm shares a great idea and link for an outdoor summer activity…Liquid Sidewalk Chalk. My kids would love using a paint brush out on the driveway. You can get the recipe from Smashed Peas and Carrots blog.
If … Read More...
DIY Pop Art Family Goal Boards
I relate so well to this mom…thoughts constantly fleeting in and out of our mind while nothing seems to get accomplished. Why not put them on your wall so you now can walk by them! Brilliant idea from Modern Parents … Read More...
Quilts For Sale to benefit Alzheimer research
Mary Wiessner donated this mini art quilt she calls Wag Your Tail to the Quilts For Sale project to benefit Alzheimer’s research. I love the quote and metal dog tag.
Another favorite donation quilt of mine is Linda Rogers’ Limey… Read More...
Applying the rule of thirds
Gail from That Artist Woman explains the rule of thirds in her series Art Elements. She says learning to recognize the sweet spots in a composition will help you create more appealing work. Visit her Post: Art Elements: Rule of … Read More...
Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
I spotted this on Pinterest and just found it so very clever: Ice cream cone cupcakes. I love how they are teetering just so. Brilliant. Find the step-by-step photo tutorial HERE at My Cake School.
Bert and Ernie Fruit
Were my 3-year old not totally above Sesame Street now (really? How did she outgrow it so quickly? I haven’t even yet) I’d so make her eat her fruit this way. Learn to make Bert and Ernie fruit snacks HERE … Read More...
Doughnut Cookie Pops
So Homer Simpsonesque. And on a stick, so you know I’m sold. Learn to make doughnut cookie pops HERE at the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe blog.
Oreo Cakester Pup Pops
I’m always a fan of using Oreo’s brilliant Cakesters for instant treats to decorate. Learn to make Oreo Cakester puppy pops HERE at The Seven Year Cottage.
25 Awesome Wall Art Ideas
Got a blank space on your wall just begging for something creative? You’ve hit a road block though and just can’t decide what would look best there. I’ve been busy collecting wall art ideas just for you! Here are 25 … Read More...
DIY Flower Box
Need a creative way to make a statement on your front porch? Head over to your local thrift store, find an old nightstand or side table, add some paint and a painted flower box and you’ll have something as charming … Read More...
How to Make a Ribbon Rack
If you have a lot of ribbon, you won’t want to miss this tutorial. Katie from Sew Woodsy will show you how to make a wall mounted ribbon rack that holds eight full rows of spools! This is not a … Read More...
Solar System Wall
I love creative bedroom ideas, and this one is no exception. Laurie from the blog Little Blue Chairs used some chalkboard paint to create a fun solar system, a wall of constellations, and even painted the door as a chalkboard. … Read More...
Tutorial: Framed thread holder
Lisa from Gray Luster Girl shows how to make a thread holder that’s as pretty as a picture. Rather than being strictly utilitarian, it’s surrounded by a bright happy frame. This would be so gorgeous hanging on the walls of … Read More...
Tutorial: Barbecue hanging towels
Stephanie from Silly Pearl made a set of barbecue-themed hanging towels, and shares a tutorial showing you how. One towel is embellished with a hunk of steak, the other with a bottle of ketchup. Both have velcro tabs on the … Read More...
Technique: Diamond Fold Card
Beate Johns shares a step by step tutorial and video at Splitcoast Stampers on how to make one of these beautiful diamond fold cards. Click here to find out how to make one yourself.
-Heather
Tutorial: Shabby chic double ruffle tote
Sherrie from Simpleliving shows how to make her shabby chic tote. A double ruffle runs around the top of the bag, and is embellished with a silk rose. This is such a pretty bag! And be sure to check out … Read More...
Hurricane Seashell Candle Project
I had some seashells that I’ve wanted to do something with, so decided to try making a hurricane candle holder.
First, I filled a large metal mold with wax and let it harden for about an hour. Then I pierced … Read More...
Free pattern: Ollie Owl softie
You can find a free pattern and tutorial for making this cute Ollie Owl softie over at Lark Crafts. It’s designed by Tina Givens and is an excerpt from the book Sew Tina
! Go to the pattern and tutorial.… Read More...