After a long day, the perfect way to get the party started is with a couple of drinks, alcoholic or not. The bar may be one of the most visited areas of the reception, so why not make it fun? … Read More...
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by arabella
After a long day, the perfect way to get the party started is with a couple of drinks, alcoholic or not. The bar may be one of the most visited areas of the reception, so why not make it fun? … Read More...
If you love doing techniques like ink blending, stenciling and coloring techniques but find it hard to keep your cardstock from moving and slipping? Then maybe the new Sticky Craft Mat from Brutus Monroe is for you! It has a … Read More...
Ready to scrap those cute photos you took on Valentine’s Day? Traci used products from Doodlebug to create 4 different 8″ x 8″ scrapbook layouts perfect for Valentines. There’s a pocket page, one with a large border across the bottom, … Read More...
This roundup is all about using upcycled denim to create new things. All of these denim sewing projects are for bags and totes. Upcycling denim jeans is a great way to save money on your projects and save landfills. Denim … Read More...
by Liza Adams
I hadn’t been felting for long before I wanted to try my hand at making colours of my own! Over here in New Zealand it’s not so easy to get your hands on something like Kool Aid but I managed … Read More...
I love the old school look of typewriters! Real typewriters can still be used today to not only write letters but also for crafting, I love typewritten phrases on cards or journaling on scrapbook layouts! Or just the image of … Read More...
I love to read, books have always been an important part of my life. So I love seeing others share their love of reading with journaling and scrapbooking about their favorite or currently reads. Nicole create a traveler’s note book … Read More...
This lollipop label is an easy and fun way to embellish a sweet treat that is perfect to give to all the people you care about on Valentine’s Day. A good word-play always makes me smile. Pop on over to … Read More...
Bonjour Quilts has a wonderful tutorial for making a unique and modern diamond quilt block. While this technique probably is not best suited to beginner quilters, it’s easier than it looks and you’ll be making a quilt from these blocks … Read More...
Crafting with Digital Cutting Machines is a new book out by Libby Ashcraft. It is ideal for crafters who use the ScanNCut, Silhouette and Cricut.
Filled with plenty of colorful photos and diagrams, you will find the following in this … Read More...
Many years ago I brought home a leather flower picture frame from Poland, it was all hand made and has been on my wall for over 30 years. It was an unusual keepsake from a holiday. These flowers remind me … Read More...
Hope it is not too early to start featuring spring patterns? A stylish cardigan for you for summer or spring.
Made using worsted weight yarn (Lion Brand Yarn 24/7 Cotton) and US size F crochet hooks. Finished sizes are S-2XL. … Read More...
Leisure Arts’ Dreamy Baby Wraps collection of baby afghans include nine knit designs from Mary Maxim’s Best of Mary Maxim collection.
Ribbed Shells Blanket, Lovey Baby Blanket, Rainbow Entrelac Blanket, Double Hearts Blanket, Garter and Slip Stitch Blanket, Striped … Read More...
Sewing allows you to put your fantasies, imaginations, and ideas into tangible “goods.” This book provides you with the essential tools and information you need to begin sewing. January see’s lots of newbies trying out their new Christmas sewing machines, … Read More...
Feathers have such a lovely way of adding movement, texture, and a little bit of boho charm to jewelry designs. They can be bold and dramatic, soft and delicate, or playful and colorful depending on how you use them. It’s … Read More...
Do you remember the old-school overhead projectors for putting the homework list up on the board? Well, somewhere along the way we lost touch of projecting onto walls for other reasons than watching movies or binging on giant Netflix.
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This adorable flip card shows the boy on the front and when the card is opened the oval flips and reveals that he’s holding a gift behind his back. Lihn used front and back stamp images from The Greeting Farm … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This drawstring project tote bag is the perfect way to hold your knitting, crochet, or other craft projects while in process. The free pattern from Vicky Myers Creations has pockets on the outside to hold knitting needles, crochet hooks, scissors, … Read More...
This fun circular “Love You” cut file from Paige Taylor Evans can be used in so many different ways. Over on her blog you can find 3 different layouts using this design. With leaves and flowers tucked around it can … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
A pair of handmade baby shoes makes a wonderful gift for a new baby! Baby shoes are one of those projects that seem like they would be super difficult, but they’re actually not that hard. Heather Handmade has a free … Read More...