….Donna R., she’s this months Paper Pumpkin kit winner!
-Heather
Work on Symmetry with this Easy Butterfly Craft
Symmetry is an important early concept for kids, and this symmetry activity for kids is a fun way to play with it.
Grab the butterfly printable from Early Learning Ideas, let kids decorate half the butterfly and then play with … Read More...
Polaroid Easter Card
I made this fun Polaroid Easter card with the Peeking Easter Friends stamps from Gerda Steiner Designs and Selfie Frames dies from Lawn Fawn. I colored the images with colored pencils on colored cardstock, blending it Gamsol solution.
Sewing pattern: Upcycled leather bag
Sometimes the best material for a sewing project doesn’t come from the fabric store. In this upcycle, Stephanie from Swoodson Says got all the leather she needed (and then some) from an old leather jacket. The result is a chic, … Read More...
How To Make A 3D House Mini Album
This wonderful 3D paper house opens up into a mini album, how fun is that!? KellyJean has step step directions how to cut, score and fold this cute project over on the Splitcoaststampers site.
How To Make Garden Art With Colourful Succulents
Colourful succulents, with their beautiful, complex shapes look like mini works of art. Here we show you how to plant a DIY succulent pot to make your own piece of garden art, inspired by the still life paintings of the … Read More...
DIY Little Girl Purse Sewing Pattern
Need an awesome gift idea to impress a little girl in your life? Sew this cute crossbody purse and she’ll love you forever! This crossbody bag pattern makes a very simple and easy to make round bag, perfect for carrying … Read More...
Feather Print Cards
Heather Telford was inspired by a technique from Gelli Arts using a gel plate and real feathers to create some stunning stamped images. I bet other natural items like leaves and flowers would work too, this idea makes me want … Read More...
Velvet Bunny Treat Bags
The bunny rabbit shapes on these fun Easter Treat Bags were die cut from velvet paper to add a fun fuzzy feel to them. Add them to clear treat bags and tie with ribbon for a fun addition to any … Read More...
Easy recycled cardboard box Easter basket
I kind of love the simplicity of this undecorated recycled cardboard box Easter basket — it has a charm all its own! The clean, neutral look offers a blank canvas that could easily be transformed into a stunning Easter basket. … Read More...
Try a Fun Technique Where Brioche Meets Star Stitch
I am consistently amazed by the ability of knitters to come up with new and different ways to express things in yarn.
The Briocherub hat knitting pattern from Katrin Schubert is one such knitting marvel that combines Star Stitch and … Read More...
Counting Flowers Printable Book
Spring is the time for flowers, and spring in the classroom is a great time to incorporate flowers into learning activities.
This free printable counting flowers booklet from Fun a Day is fun for little ones to practice counting and … Read More...
Twisted Mixed Cluster Headband Free Crochet Pattern
During winter there are days when I just don’t feel like wearing a hat. Maybe I have a business meeting later that day and I don’t want hat hair. Or maybe I don’t have one that goes with my outfit. … Read More...
How to Knit Elbow Patches for Your Sweaters
Whether you have a storebought sweater that needs a little love or you just want to add an embellishment to a project, knit elbow patches are a cute and easy way to add some color or a homemade element to … Read More...
How to Apply Foils with Liquid Adhesive
Foiling is all the rage right now! There are lots of different brands of foil and products to apply them, some use adhesive, some use heat but all give a terrific shimmer. Jenny is sharing how to use liquid … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Sewing machine mat and cover
With just a few simple buttons, this sewing machine mat turns into a sewing machine cover. Staci from Crafty Staci shares a tutorial at Sew Can She showing how you can make it. It’s such a smart design! When the … Read More...
Lots of Disney Pages Plus a Download
Sahlin Studios blog has loads and loads of Disney park scrapbook page inspiration, there’s so many I can’t count them all! They are also sharing some FREE digital Mickey shaped digital embellishments you can download and add to your next … Read More...
Brisbane to host the International Cake Show Australia in May
Rosemary Goat Cheese Scones
These Rosemary Goat Cheese Scones are the perfect savoury breakfast recipe for your next spring brunch or summer party. These scones would be perfect for a grazing table or party snacks table. I love the punch of rosemary so you … Read More...
Investigate Seeds to Learn How Plants Grow
Planting seeds (in soil or in a wet paper towel) is a classic activity for springtime.
It allows kids to make observations, to understand what it takes for plants to grow, to take care of young plants, learn the parts … Read More...