I recently got the chance to check out the new book How to Draw and Write in Fountain Pen
by Ayano Usamura. She’s taken the vintage style of using a fountain pen and put a trendy modern spin on … Read More...
DIY Beetlejuice Cameo Decorated Cookies
If there’s anyone who knows how to capture the essence of Halloween, it’s Tim Burton. These cameo cookies feature the silhouettes of Barbara and Adam from his cult classic film, Beetlejuice
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Hosting a Halloween Party? Check out these Halloween … Read More...
Easy way to yarn bomb a chain link fence with “heart”
Even if you don’t know how to knit or crochet you can can still get in on the love of yarn bombing. Simply wrap yarn in two directions over two sides of the chain link fence. This idea for yarn … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Cluster Stitch Cowl
I love keeping cozy on a frosty winter day. That’s why there’s nothing better than a good winter cowl.
This particular crochet cowl pattern is fun and super warm. It’s stitched up using the beautiful cluster stitch. The cluster stitch … Read More...
Masking Technique for Group Stamping
Alanna used just a single stamp of a paint tub to fill half of this fun artist card. Using a masking technique she’ll show you just how easy it is to create a grouping of images from just a one … Read More...
Hello Traveler’s Notebook Page
Flora create this sweet Traveler’s Journal Layout with new products from Crate Paper. On one side is her photo and embellishments, I love the tall tag with the tassel at the top, it adds interest even when the journal is … Read More...
Free Fall Mini Books for Kids to Color
Mini books are great little activities for kids who are learning to read. These books usually have just a few pages and focus on specific vocabulary kids might be trying to recognize, such as color words or numbers.
1 + … Read More...
A Gross Motor Movement Game for Fall
Fall is a great time for getting kids moving outdoors, or even in the classroom on rainy days.
Take inspiration from the stuff of the season with this fall gross motor movement game from Gift of Curiosity.
Grab the free … Read More...
Welcome Fall with a Knit Pumpkin
This time of year it seems like crafted pumpkins are everywhere, so of course we knitters have some versions of this fun fall craft as well.
I shared a roundup of pumpkin knitting patterns a couple of years ago, and … Read More...
15 Diwali Cards To Make
This tutorial shows you how to make your own Diwali (festival of lights) greeting cards. This roundup has 15 different variations of home made Diwali cards that you can make at home. Some of them are suitable for kids and … Read More...
DIY Hexagon Box
Steph has step by step directions for cutting, scoring and folding cardstock to create this tall hexagon box. Using a scoring board tool help makes this an easy way to great some pretty custom packaging. Cover the outside with pattern … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Stitching in the ditch
If you want to finish off a lining or a cuff, stitching in the ditch is your friend. If you’ve never tried this technique before, you’ll love it for creating a clean finish in a short amount of time! Melissa … Read More...
Diamond Grid Layout
Jen Chapin took the grid layout style and turned it on it’s side for a fun diamond grid pattern. Stitching down the centers help pull all the squares together and I love how she stamped her title at an angle … Read More...
DIY Grow Garden Sign
Sometimes the garden needs a little pizzaz. Grab your Mod Podge
and I’ll show you how I made this super cute grow garden sign. The DIY is easy and if your kids are bored, it’s a fun project for them … Read More...
Kids Craft – POM POM ICE CREAM CONE NECKLACE
What do you do when the kids announce, “I’M BORED”? Get out the craft supplies and create! Burlap has always reminded me of a waffle ice cream cone, so this idea has been floating around in my head for a … Read More...
Fall Lesson Plans for Preschool
Even though it doesn’t remotely feel like fall where I live, I am so ready for changing leaves, pumpkins, apples and all the fun stuff that comes with the new season.
Fall-themed lesson plans are so much fun for littles, … Read More...
Gray Hare – Needle Felting Kit
Grey hare needle felt kit
Everything you need to get you started in needle felting. A complete kit to make a hare Kit contains detailed clear instructions, actual size diagrams, foam, needle & cotton, eyes, felting needle, and wool. All … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Granny Baby Blanket Pattern
I can’t work out why this afghan is called a granny afghan as it is a very modern design with bursts of color. You can download the free pattern here. It won’t be a forever pattern so make sure … Read More...
Jack O’ Lantern Card and Envelope
Kristina Werner used a new large Jack O’ Lantern stamp from Colorado Crafts for a fun pumpkin card and envelope. She’s sharing two different ways to color the same stamp, for the card she used colored pencils on dark cardstock … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy ghost Halloween costume
Create an easy ghost Halloween costume with this tutorial by Heather Handmade! The sheer ghost cape can be worn over regular clothes, making this a great last minute costume! Add a fake chain around the neck for a ghostly accessory.… Read More...