I don’t know about you, but once I start using a spool of perle cotton
it inevitably ends up a tangled mess. This box design from Stitches of Life – Lelia Evelyn is a great solution for that problem.
In … Read More...
How to make a Pinwheel Fold Card
This unique Pinwheel Fold Card has multiple sides giving lots of room for creating, it stands up easily and folds flat for mailing. Kristina Rees is sharing cutting, scoring and folding directions as well as a video tutorial to show … Read More...
DIY Cat Hammock – Free Sewing Pattern with Video
Learn how to easily make a DIY cat (or ferret) hammock with adjustable straps that can be placed in various positions around the house, or outside, so your fur baby can relax in safety and in a clean environment. HelloSewing … Read More...
Digital Layout with Side Name Border
Kathy created an amazing side border for this beautiful digital scrapbook layout. The large black and white photo is the focus of the design and I love how she blended it into the background pattern she used! But another focus … Read More...
Help for the beginner needle felter
Hi Felters
I wanted to share a great resource with you that I’ve recently come across. This very clever felter has not only an Etsy store but a Youtube channel as well.
In her Etsy store ( Felts by Philippa… Read More...
Sew a Purse Organizer – Sewing Tutorial
Do you put something in your purse, only to have a hard time putting your hands on it when you need it? This purse organizer will make it easy to find what you need in your bag. Sew Simple Home … Read More...
Christmas Card Cross Stitch Designs
I love the idea of handmade holiday cards (if I did holiday cards, they would probably have to include some kind of handmade element) and maybe if you start now you can stitch a bunch of cross-stitched holiday cards for … Read More...
Pore Vacuum Review – This Thing Sucks!
This thing sucks!
But I mean that in the BEST possible way.
Monday I posted about the top 10 beauty trends in 2021 and one of those trends was upping our skincare game. That’s been a theme for me this … Read More...
Brioche Knitting Patterns
Brioche knitting is pretty popular right now, and it’s a great technique to know because it makes super squishy, super warm fabric that’s great for a lot of uses. Whether you’ve never knit brioche before or you’re looking for a … Read More...
Rainbow Spaghetti and Other Edible Sensory Activities
While I don’t have kids myself, I do know the benefits of sensory play, especially for babies and tots.
These little hands are always touching everything just to explore the different feels and senses around them as their brains grow. … Read More...
How to Make a Hand Embroidered Keepsake Needle Case
Always losing your sewing needles? Looking to make a unique gift for your sewing friends? This class, offered over on Creativebug, might be just the project you are looking for. Best of all it is free when you begin … Read More...
Beaded Modern Earrings
These teardrop earrings are made using beads of varying designs. I love the color combination that has been used to make these handmade earrings, The colors are so bright and fresh with a citrus feel. You will need some basic … Read More...
How to Make Your Own Washi Tape
Do you love washi tape?
It’s such a fun way to add a decorative adhesive to paper crafting projects! There’s lots of pretty tapes on the market but you can create you own custom patterns and colors with items you … Read More...
Beach Scrapbooking Layouts Round Up
It’s summer time and many of us are heading out on vacation, doing some traveling and maybe hitting the beach. The beach is one of my favorite places to visit so I thought I’d share some of my … Read More...
Create an Interactive Popping Flap Card
When you pull the tab on this unique interactive card a flap pulls out and pops open! This give so much extra space on the card for adding more images and sentiments without needing an odd size envelope. You can … Read More...
Scrapbook Layout with Quilling
This sweet layout from Siann features her pretty pet bird and lots of quilling. She focused her photos in the center with journaling strips below and surround them with quilled flowers and leaves. Curled strips of thin paper create quilled … Read More...
Lines Top Gives You Options for Summer
Little tops are great quick knitting projects for summer that you can actually wear during the warm months. I think a lot of knitters stop knitting garments (maybe except socks) when it’s hot out, but you don’t have to stop … Read More...
Easy Science at the Pool
As a parent, I feel like I’m always trying to sneak in learning in everyday activities. Especially when my kid was younger we would talk about how the world works and why things are the way they are as a … Read More...
How to Make a Plastic Canvas Cross
If you are interested in learning how to do plastic canvas needlework, this cross pattern from Joy with Purpose may be just what you are looking for.
With detailed diagrams and written instructions, you can make these in no time. … Read More...
20 Fall Mason Jar Crafts To Decorate Your Home
Fall and mason jars go together like your fingers and hot glue. Mason jars have to be one of the most popular items to recycled and re-use. We have 20 crafts for you later in this post, but first, a … Read More...