Sometimes we need to say no to things to be able to say yes to other things. Even when the other things are sitting at home and cross-stitching.
If you need a reminder that it’s totally fine to say no … Read More...
How to Read Your Knitting
If you’re new to knitting — or even not that new — and you’re looking for an easy way to improve your knitting skills, you should take some time to learn how to read your knitting if you haven’t already.… Read More...
How to Watercolor with Ink Pads
Want the trendy watercolor look but don’t have any watercolors? No problem, use your dye based ink pads instead. I’ll show you how to watercolor with the Stampin’ Up Classic Ink Pads from Stampin Up using the new Free as … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Colored pencil roll
This colored pencil roll makes it easy to see all your colored pencils and reach for exactly the one you want. No more digging through a pencil pouch to find the right pencil! Caroline from Sew Can She shows how … Read More...
Mini Album Card
Terhi Koskinen used a cut file design from Paige Evans to create this wonderful Mini Album Card. What a sweet gift to make and send someone filled with pretty embellishments, pop ups and photos. I love how it’s tall and … Read More...
Blooming Rose: Free Smocking Plate
Add a touch of DIY smocking to your next project with the Blooming Rose free smocking plate! Designed for the advanced beginner, Blooming Rose is a fun and simple way to try picture smocking. Did you know smocking isn’t just … Read More...
Kids Craft – Paper Plate Tambourines
These easy paper plate tambourines have a touch of glamour with a stained glass heart-cut out. An easy Valentine’s Day craft for kids that uses up materials you already have on hand! Such a fun musical project all year around. … Read More...
Crochet Pattern – Bahama Waves Baby Blanket
Can’t you see this gorgeous crochet baby blanket in all sorts of color combinations? This pattern works up in sweet waves perfect for any nursery.
The blanket is worked in a puff stitch chevron pattern to provide the subtle waves … Read More...
4 Foiled Cards using the Gemini Foil Press
Ardyth has 4 different cool card making ideas using the Gemini Foil Press.
She even shares how to foil over top of a alcohol ink background on Yupo paper. The results are stunning! Check out her video tutorial showing how … Read More...
How to make a doily covered lantern
Adding a bunch of paper doilies to a paper lantern takes something simple and pretty to a real statement of style. Looking to dress up a standard paper lantern of cover up one that might have seen better days? Pop … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Scrapbuster patchwork fabric ribbon
Simple Simon & Co. has a great idea for using your fabric scraps. Turn them into patchwork gift wrap ribbons! The idea is so simple – and so smart! You’ll use up your scraps and you’ll save money on gift … Read More...
A Little Lacy Top for Summer
I know, now that the Fourth of July has passed, I’m probably supposed to be writing about fall knitting projects and gearing up for gift knitting and all of that, but no.
We’ve barely even had summer where I live … Read More...
Summer Bucket List Clipboard
Got big plans for this summer? This fun Bucket List Clipboard paper crafting project has a pocket for slips to keep track of all the things you’d like to do this summer. Wendy Sue used papers and stickers from Pebbles … Read More...
Stitch a Jar of Blueberry Jam
Summer time is here in the northern part of the world, and summer means canning and preserving the season’s bounty for a lot of people. I love making jam and pickles and other goodies, but little jars of yum are … Read More...
13 DIY Pineapple Crafts
This Pineapple roundup is so summery and fresh. Whether you are decorating your home or decorating for a party these pineapple Hawaiian inspired decor items are amazingly cute. Looking for more Pineapple home decor? check out these Pineapple Cushions
and … Read More...
Free Quilt Pattern – Quilted Book Cover
This free quilting pattern is for a quilted book cover or bible cover. The tutorial is easy to follow and you could consider using orphan blocks or some scrap fabric to finish off this quilted project. You can see the … Read More...
How To Make A Flower Pop Up Card
Vera used pattern papers from Graphic 45 to create this lovely Flower Box Pop Up Card. I love that she didn’t need to use any dies or even stamps just cardstock and pattern papers. So go through your papers, find … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Personalized flannel and Minky blankets
Sew a soft snuggly blanket that’s personalized with your child’s name! Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a tutorial showing how to these adorable Minky and flannel blankets. She made hers using some cute Toy Story 4 novelty flannels so … Read More...
Everyday Moments Layout
We always scrapbook our big important moments, trips, birthdays, holidays but don’t forget to capture those simple everyday moments too. Tina created this lovely layout with lots of layers of pattern papers, laser cut images and touches of real lace. … Read More...
How to Make an Herbal Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse Recipe For Any Hair Type
This herbal apple cider vinegar rinse balances your hair’s pH for smoother, softer hair. By infusing the herbs with the vinegar, you get the benefits of the herbs, too. Learn which herbs are the best for your hair type and … Read More...