How is your Halloween prep going? Perhaps time is getting away from you and all those super complex ideas you had are starting to look like they might end up in the ‘too hard’ basket! If that’s the case … Read More...
Quilted Donkey Wall Hanging Pattern
Ok quilters…it is time for some cuteness overload! Look at this adorable wall hanging you can purchase from Annie’s Craft Store! Three lovely donkeys peek at you over a fence. I think they are probably waiting for their lunch.… Read More...
Gemstone Jewelry Making Kit
This jewelry-making kit is perfect for anyone who is wanting to have a go at making their own gemstone jewelry. This kit contains a variety of gemstone chips as well as the findings required to start making your own gemstone … Read More...
8 Woven Wall Tapestries For Kids To Make
These DIY craft tutorials are all for wall tapestries that have been woven. Textured wall tapestries are very popular right now, so getting the kids involved in making their own is a great creative lesson.
The process of making your … Read More...
Crochet Pattern – Moss Stitch in a Square Blanket
The pattern is based on the moss stitch and is worked in the round to create the square from the middle out.
There are more easy techniques involved to give more interest and texture to the blanket.
– Skill level … Read More...
Aloha Birthday Card
I know we’re into fall but this wonderful Tropical Hula Girl Card from Julie was too cute not to still share, plus this cool bridge card design can work for many different occasions. This card style features a bridge that … Read More...
Little Cat Zipper Pouch Tutorial and Free Pattern
This little cat zipper pouch is easy to sew, and a cute way to keep up with your spare change or maybe your earbuds. Heather Handmade made it for her daughter, but it’s just as fun for teens and adults. … Read More...
Repeated Punched Tags Layout
I love a repeated look, using the same shape or design again and again is an easy way to fill a large space on your layouts. This beautiful layout uses a tag shaped punch (that conveniently has 3 sizes … Read More...
Color Lifting Snowflake Card
Beth is over on Splitcoast Stampers with a fun technique called color lifting. She first painted a piece of watercolor paper with a blue die based ink then laid a snowflake stencil over top and blotted with a damp paper … Read More...
Bring on the Colors with the Last Cardigan Knitting Pattern
If you’ve ever wanted to try intarsia, or want to challenge yourself with a fun (big but not difficult) instarsia project, Shiny Superhero’s The Last Cardigan would be a great option.
This boxy sweater uses intarsia blocks of color within … Read More...
How to make easy illuminated mini ghosts
Do you keep a stash of those little battery powered tea lights?
I do and I love finding new ways to use them in fun little decorations. These circle based ghosts look like they are floating. The tutorial on how … Read More...
How To Make A Pop Up Interactive Mini Scrapbook Photo Album
Jenn used some unique dies from i-Crafter to create this wonderful Interactive Circular Mini Album with a nautical theme. She’s showing step by step how to put the album together including how to create a magnetic closure.
How to Do the Guilloche Stitch
Here is another wonderful tutorial from Mary over on Needle ‘n Thread. This time it is a Guilloche Stitch tutorial. One of the things I love about Mary’s blog is that she demonstrates so many different and lesser known … Read More...
Book Review- Beginner’s Guide to Making Mosaics: 16 Easy-to-Make Projects for Any Space
16 projects for applying mosaic art to everything from walls to flower pots
Step-by-step instructions and photography, supply lists, and helpful tips
A beginner-friendly introductory guide to mosaic art for the home and garden provides all the knowledge you need … Read More...
20 Outdoor Pallet Ideas For Your Backyard
DIY Pallet wood projects for outdoor spaces are an ideal and budget-friendly way to create the oasis you have always wanted in your yard. Free pallets can usually be found on your local giveaway websites, behind businesses and sometimes you … Read More...
Granny Square Dish Cloth
Dish cloths are perfect for gift giving, who doesn’t need a pretty dish cloth right? This Granny square dishcloth makes up fast, is perfect for scrap yarn and is available for free. Just visit Lionbrand for the download link.
We… Read More...8 Day Beds You Can Make In A Weekend
Daybeds are the ultimate source of comfort and relaxation, perfect for those lazy days spent indoors. However, many people believe that purchasing a daybed can be a pricey investment. But the truth is, with a little creativity and effort, you … Read More...
Stamptember Halloween Cards
Every September Simon Says Stamp has Stamptember with lots of new exclusive stamps, stencils and dies along with collaborations with other stamp companies all throughout the entire month. Nichol Spohr is showcasing some of Simon’s new Halloween releases with 4 … Read More...
Torn Layers Fall Layout
One simple way to add pattern and texture to your layouts is with paper tearing. Christine used a mixed of orange and green plaid and gingham pattern papers, tearing each one and layering them up for a beautiful background on … Read More...
Women’s Jumpsuit Free Sewing Pattern
Looking for a new fun and comfortable outfit to wear? Then I have the perfect sewing tutorial for you to check out. Happiest Camper shows you how to make a women’s jumpsuit. There’s also a free pattern you can use. … Read More...