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Niki used lots of different pattern papers cut into simple petal shapes to create the large colorful flowers with sequin centers on her scrapbook layout. The rainbow of colors tie in perfectly with the colors on her background paper.
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Have you been watching the last season of “Game of Thrones”? The last couple of episodes are slated to be long ones, so you might need a new knitting project to get through them.
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It feels like we had a very fast spring here in Arkansas and like it is almost warm enough to call it summer more than a month early. It’s probably not really warm enough to do this experiment, but it … Read More...
It seems like a really traditional thing (to me, anyway) to make a cross stitch for someone’s wedding. These patterns usually have lots of flowers and the couple’s names and their wedding date, maybe a bit of verse from the … Read More...
Blocking your knitting is an important last step to ensuring that your knit projects looks as good as they should. It’s essential for lace knitting projects to open up the eyelets, but it’s great for a lot of other knitting … Read More...
This free quilting pattern is for a spring themed picket fence placemat. This pattern is kinda cute and very refreshing, light and perfect for spring picnics and dinners. This set would make a lovely Easter gift for friends and family.… Read More...
We have been getting numerous requests for free Crochet patterns for DORA the Explorer. Unfortunately finding Dora The Explorer Crochet patterns online and for free is almost. (please comment below if you find some more) We did, however, find this … Read More...
Crystal Thompson masked off the center section of her card, stamped a wreath of tiny floral images around and created an open space on her card to add her sentiment. It’s a great way to frame and bring focus to … Read More...
These earrings are a fun way to use your scraps! And they’d make a cute handmade gift for Mother’s DAy! Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial showing how to make them. Use novelty fabrics and fussy cut to get … Read More...
Large number stamps are perfect to add ages, birthdays or dates to a scrapbook page. Sheree created these pages for a Traveler’s Notebook using large number stamps for a birthday. The stitching on the sentiments, numbers and journaling help tie … Read More...
This is a fun craft showing the technique of flower pounding to create beautiful hammered flower prints on fabrics or paper. Would make great Mother’s Day or teacher thank you gifts.
The vibrant colors of leaves and flowers are easy … Read More...
Samantha, of Jessama Tutorials, has a ton of good tutorial videos on her site but today’s fun is a good basic kaleidoscope tutorial to get you started with this fun type of cane. Kaleidoscopes let you use all sorts of … Read More...
Great from scratch fudge recipe that is sure to hit the sweet spot. This fudge recipe is old style sugary fudge that melts in your mouth. You can see the full fudge recipe here.
Looking for the best fudge recipes … Read More...
I have shared sidewalk chalk obstacle courses before, but I really like this one from Toots Mom is Tired because it focuses on developing gross motor skills like following a line, jumping and spinning.
This is also a great way … Read More...
Loop yarn is a relatively new product in craft stores that allows people to knit without knitting needles. Even if you know how to knit, it’s pretty fun to use and it’s a good way to introduce people to fiber … Read More...
This Coffee Time cross stitch pattern from Sometimes Crafter is really cute, and could be used in a lot of different ways, from stitching on a towel to adding to a coaster.
What I find really interesting is they way … Read More...
This tulle skirt dress is easy to make when you start with a basic t-shirt pattern! Kate from See Kate Sew shows how. This dress combines the comfort of a t-shirt with the fancy of a tulle skirt. So cute!… Read More...
Have your stamp and eat it too! How fun are these stamped cookies? Using food coloring to stamp and icing to color Tiffany decorated these amazing edible creations. I love her tip about using the stamp as a template to … Read More...
This little pencil holder bookmark is the perfect addition to any journal! It marks your spot and also keeps a pen or pencil ready for you to jot down your thoughts or doodles. Caroline from Sew Can She has a … Read More...
Looking for a jumping off idea for your next scrapbook page? Try using a grid design. A simple grid pattern can be filled with photos, pattern papers and embellishments and can make up the entire page, a section of the … Read More...
