Amy from Positively Splendid shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made this cute ruffled Easter egg tee. It’s just a few days until Easter, but there’s still time to make one as a last minute gift for … Read More...
Tutorial: Maxi Tube Dress for girls
Katy from No Big Dill shares her response to the What Would You Make creative challenge at Lil Blue Boo. She used the fabric she was given to make this girl’s shirred maxi dress, and posts a tutorial showing how … Read More...
A dozen charts from Helga Mandl
Helga Mandl has put together a booklet of the 12 redwork cross-stitch heart samplers shown here. And you get two bonus charts with purchase! Get the PDF download for just US$12.50 from her Etsy shop.
Ed. note: I get … Read More...
Great idea: Monogrammed mug rug
Leena of Creative instincts improvised this personalized mug rug for her toddler. Smart! Make one for each member of your family. You’ll make them feel special, and you’ll get the fringe benefit of protecting your furniture. See Leena’s post.
Restoration Hardware Inspired Pillow
I love number projects. I have quite a few saved to show you! Here’s just one of many, this great numbered pillow made by Angie over at The Country Chic Cottage. She gives you a full tutorial on how to … Read More...
Lariats from Jessica’s Jewelier
Jessica might not have been able to pronounce jewelry as a wee one, hence the name “Jewelier.” Now that’s she’s grown up and making her own wearable-art lariats, she’s sure to please young and old. I love this one in … Read More...
Oink, Oink!
This super-cute little piglet will sit on your desk and cheer you up. She’s not messy and won’t eat very much. Totally potty trained, she’ll be your best friend!
Make her yourself, from this free pattern over at the Spud … Read More...
Box Chain Pendant and Ring
This kids craft is perfect for Earth Day in that you can use your best ‘or worst’ junk mail to make them! Why not make these cute little pendants and rings, and wear them on Earth Day to remind yourself … Read More...
Make Your Own Bangles
Decoupaging is a great way to dress up just about anything, including bracelets! Hit the dollar store or thrift store and find some plain Jane bangles, then dress them up using Mod Podge and different types of embellishments and you’ll … Read More...
Celebration: Stamping at 2 Peas
Two Peas in a Bucket is celebrating with “30 Days of Stamping and Cardmaking” for the entire month of April. Each day features something new with videos, tips, techniques, challenges, ideas, prizes and more. Those Peas are so talented! Click … Read More...
Rainbow Jello Eggs
Rainbow. JellO. Eggs. I posted these the millisecond I spotted these in my Inbox. Because they are a rainbow. And Jello
. And shaped like eggs. A fun springtime dessert for … Read More...
Liz Smith and Polymer Clay Easter Eggs
Liz Smith has a how-to segment all about her fabulous Easter eggs.
Free Earth Day Craft at Anthropologie
One of my favorite stores, Anthropologie is hosting a Free Earth Day Craft and Potting Class tomorrow, Friday, April 22, 2011. Check out their website to find a participating Anthropologie store near you & for times!
Easter Egg Decorating Idea: Herb Stencils
I adore these perfect, herb stenciled Easter eggs from Adventures in Cooking. Find the how-tos to make naturally-dyed Easter eggs with herb stencils–with gorgeous photography along the way– HERE at Adventures in Cooking.
Arbor Day Art for Kids
What better way to teach your children about responsibility for our earth than creating art through eco-friendly materials and recyclables. I love the modernness of this project, definitely would look great framed in my children’s room! Head on over to … Read More...
Flower Girl Hair Clips
These sweet little hair clips will make your flower girl feel special! With the quick and easy tutorial created by Alicia Parsons of Atypical Type A featured on the The Polka Dot Bride, you’ll be creating your own in … Read More...
Plantable Paper for Earth Day
This project is perfect for teaching your children about sustainability and Earth Day. Alphamom has a great tutorial for this beautiful natural project.
Looking for some books to pair with these crafts? Check these out.
Simple Easter Nest Craft
This craft is appropriate for many different ages, and you can use most things you already have around your house to complete it! HEa don over to Views From My Window to get the how to for this great Easter … Read More...
Dogwood Paper Craft
I love paper crafts that make trees, plants and flowers. The looks so elegant and beautiful. Impress Your Kids found a tutorial on Martha Stewart, but decided to simplify it for children and make her own tutorial. Enjoy!
The Prettiest Easter Eggs
These Easter eggs are so simple, yet so beautiful. I must agree with the tutorial name, “The Prettiest Easter Eggs”. The great thing about this craft is that your children can produce these beautiful eggs! Natural Kids also includes a … Read More...