Want kissable lips this Valentines Day, I found these easy to follow recipes for homemade lip balm using petroleum jelly or vaseline @ allfreecrafts.com Moisturising and soothing these lip balms will soften the lips whilst helping to prevent chapping, … Read More...
Recycle Your Wedding
Did you know you can recycle your wedding items or purchase gently used ones at a significant discount? The Ruffled blog offers a free marketplace where you can list, purchase, or even request a wide variety of bridal supplies including … Read More...
Project: Valentine Game Tote
Check out this adorable stamped game with tote over at Created By You. This would definitely keep the kids busy for awhile in the car! Learn how to make one by clicking here.
-Heather
Snowman Apples
Yep, this snowman is hiding an apple. Learn to make these kid-friendly, chocolate dipped, candy decorated snowman apples HERE at The Seattle Smiths.
Chocolate Covered Fig Newtons on a Stick
You know the rules. If it’s on a stick, it must appear here. Find chocolate covered Fig Newtons on a stick HERE at Serious Eats, courtesy of CakeSpy.
DIY Tea Bag Projects
Amanda spotted these DIY tea bags (made from paint chips!) at The Spotted Fox. Find the super clever how-tos HERE. And check out Amanda’s DIY tea bags for Valentines HERE.
Video interview with Christopher Lee and recycled vase tutorial
Amanda sent in this cool video she shot of Christopher Lee sharing his thoughts and tutorial on how he makes recycled bottle vases.
Tutorial: 60’s inspired jumper for girls
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shares a tutorial on her blog for this 60’s inspired jumper. I love this style of dress for growing girls! They layer well for the winter months, and look cute long or short which means … Read More...
Free pattern: Quiet book templates
Amy from Serving Pink Lemonade is a creative genius! She has created a series of Quiet Books that are sure to keep small hands busy and children entertained in any situation. Whether it’s in church, in the car, in a … Read More...
Valentine Idea: Paint Chip Cards
Country Living showcases this idea of using stamps and paint chips to make Valentine’s Day cards. Click here to see more.
Video tutorial: Turn and stitch a basic hem
Wendi Gratz from Shiny Happy World shares a video tutorial showing beginning sewists how to turn and stitch a basic hem. Go to the video tutorial.
[photo from Shiny Happy World]
Free pattern: The Big Tote
Terri Stegmiller shares a free pattern at 3 Creative Studios for making her Big Tote. This roomy bag measures 21″ wide by 18″ tall. Make it from decor weight fabrics for extra sturdiness. Get the free pattern.
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Tutorial: Yoga mat bag
Andie from Andie Johnson Sews shares a tutorial on her blog for making this bag to carry a yoga mat. The long skinny drawstring bag slings easily over your shoulder and makes it easy to transport your mat to and … Read More...
Gingerbread Beach Huts
Loving this year-round gingerbread idea: a row of beach huts. Oh my goodness, there’s even a little seagull. Find the beach huts HERE at Lucy Vanilla, find more images HERE, and find the recipe and how-tos HERE.
Marshmallow Topped Cupcakes
I know I posted on the marshmallow-as-cupcake-frosting idea before (here), but I love the use of colored marshmallows. Much more festive, yes? Find the idea HERE at Tabemashou!.
Chocolate Rolled Valentine’s Cookies
Oooh, I have to love a recipe that contains liqueur. And chocolate. And that involves cookie decorating. Find a recipe for rolled chocolate cookies HERE at Glorious Treats, and find links to frosting and decorating how-tos.
Freebie: Printable Butterfly Valentines
These butterfly Valentines are always very popular! Add a lollipop for a cute Valentine’s day handout for the office or classroom. These are so easy to make and quick too. So don’t worry if you have left Valentine’s day activities … Read More...
Swap: Valentine Cards
FavesCrafts blog is having their first card swap! Here’s what they had to say about it:
“Swaps are a fun way to facilitate a sense of community among our crafty readers. Plus, everyone likes getting snail mail! If you have … Read More...
Scrap Your Year: Project Scrap 2011
Shabby Princess is running a year long project to help you get an entire album completed for 2011. Her idea, Project Scrap twenty eleven is simple: you take two photos a week, and make two layouts each month using her … Read More...
Article: Upgrading to a DSLR
This article by Sebastian Anthony on Tecca Beta outlines things you should consider when deciding if to upgrade from a compact point and shoot camera. Click here to go to the article.