I know most schools have started back by now (and indeed my daughter has been in school for three weeks) but it’s never too late to get to know your new teacher.
This get to know your teacher printable from … Read More...
A Quick Cropped Sweater for Fall
I missed the Ursa Sweater by Jacqueline Cieslak when it came out back in March, but it’s a great sweater for fall knitting.
This time of year I want something quick that can be off my needles and ready for … Read More...
Adhesive Guide for Card Making
Do you struggle to know the right adhesive to use when card making? What’s best for small die cuts, what if I want to attach something heavy, how do I add dimension? The Ellen Hudson blog has a terrific guide … Read More...
Space Week! A Celebration of Space Exploration in Cross Stitch
This past week on Hancock’s House of Happy there is a whole week of space themed cross stitch designs to download for free. There are five brand new cross stitch design to download (no sign ups or anything required for … Read More...
6 Tips For Machine Quilting
When we came across this article of the best machine quilting tips we knew we had to share it with our readers. The tips are detailed and contain links to products that will help you to get the best result … Read More...
How To Use Aromatherapy & Essential Oils For Pain
Stiff Joints? Tired, sore muscles in your neck and upper back? Whether you suffer from chronic tension-induced pain, age-related arthritis, bone deterioration, inflammation, or an injury such as muscle sprain or broken bone, nobody likes to be in pain. Essential … Read More...
Rainbow Kittens Card
Alberta took the popular rainbow trend to a whole new level with this amazing Rainbow Kittens Card! She used cat stamps from Honey Bee Stamps for her images, sectioned of each block and used a different color for each, coloring … Read More...
Fall Baby Layout
Nanne’ framed these adorable baby photos with lots and lots of pumpkin, leaf and mushroom chipboard shapes on her sweet fall layout. She used stamps and stencils for the background which help tie together the rustic feel of the page.… Read More...
DIY TRAVEL TIC TAC TOE GAME
Summer is here which means road trips, games and when I was a kid – camping! Carrying on these traditions with my family is important to me, especially if it means unplugging and getting back to nature with screen-free time. … Read More...
How To Get The Best Scent Throw From Your Candles
This tutorial chit chat by Jeff from Standley Handcrafted and his lovely daughter tells you how to get the best fragrance throw from your candles.
It may seem like a no brainer but when you start making candles it’s easy … Read More...
Rangoli For Kids
Rangoli is intricate mandala designs used for decoration during festivals. Diwali the Hindu festival of lights is approaching and these mandala activities are a great way to educate about different countries and let’s face it coloring in mandalas is fun … Read More...
Updated! 14 Pretty Pumpkin Crafts
Autumn is a time of change, marked by cool breezes, crisp weather, and an abundance of natural beauty. From the changing leaves and beautiful sunsets, to the festive pumpkins and gourds that line the roadsides, fall is a season that … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Crafty Halloween Disguise
This is a one size fits most crochet face mask or disguise. Perfect for Halloween costumes and of course for Halloween gifting. This pattern is free but lion brand recommends the following :
This pattern is available as a digital … Read More...
Watercolor Smooshing Technique
Erum used watercolor brush markers and a smooshing technique for an easy way to get the lovely look of watercolor. Coloring with the markers on a non-porous surface and adding water she then laid the stamped images on watercolor paper… Read More...
Sewing pattern: Roomy crossbody purse with pockets
This crossbody purse is both cute and practical! Chelsea at Sew Simple Home has a tutorial showing how you can sew it. It’s roomy enough for all the stuff you need to carry around, and it’ has an adjustable crossbody … Read More...
September Planner Page
Yasmin created this lovely September planner monthly divider page using washi tape, die cut letters and glitter. She used craft foam and paper for her letters to give them some great dimension and I love how she cut out the … Read More...
DIY Under The Sea Mermaid Cookies
They say it’s better down where it’s wetter but we’ve bringing the underwater fun to the surface with these adorable cookies. A mermaid party is perfect for the summertime and that’s why these mermaid, starfish and seashell shaped decorated cookies … Read More...
Easy and simple Halloween decorations
Sometimes it’s fun to go elaborate and over the top with decorations and then sometimes minimalist is the way to go. Such is the case with these fun blood spattered vases created with a bit of red paint and some … Read More...
8 City Skyline Cards
I love seeing versatility with same stamps and dies used in lots of different ways. The design team over at Sugar Pea stamps all used a city skyline die and same stamp set to create 8 different cards. Get inspired … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Make a quick cheater quilt
If you want to make a quilt fast and easy, a cheater quilt is your friend! Perfect for gift-giving, when you don’t have the time for cut and sew all those pieces. There’s no piecing or agonizing over color choice … Read More...