I get a lot of emails from yarn companies and they are a great way to learn about new yarns and new patterns. The Conifer Cap designed by Allison Griffith for Knit Picks recently caught my eye in one of … Read More...
Edible Pudding Slime Recipe
When we came across this Banana pudding Edible slime recipe by Thesoccermomblog.com we knew we had to feature it on our kids craft blog. Are you bored of plain old boring slime? well how about making a feast out if … Read More...
Princess Tunnel Card
The pretty layers of pattern papers and cardstocks die cut in concentric circles makes a tunnel to bring depth and focus to the castle on this lovely Princess Card from Marine. I love all the different shades of blue she … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Upcycled bibs from outgrown baby clothes
It’s no secret that babies grow fast. Sometimes that special outfit gets worn only once or twice before it’s too small. Cathi from Scratch & Stitch has a great idea for those outgrown baby clothes – turn them into bibs! … Read More...
Style Inspiration Challenge
If you’re stuck for ideas and need a little creative boost try working in the style of someone you admire. Carol Theng loves the scrapbook style of Dawid Trezpizor and she used it as a jumping off point to inspire … Read More...
How to make lots of easy recycled clamps
This is ingenious! I often times need a bagillion clamps when I am covering a book or something like that. Pop on over to the Makezine blog to read a bit more about how to make a bunch of clamps … Read More...
Make you own Conversation hearts chocolates
As there will be no conversation hearts on the shelf this year, I think this will be a great year for those who want to make their own. This recipe shows you how to make your own conversation hearts.
Free Crochet Pattern – Easter Garland
Do you plan to decorate for Easter? How about showing off some of your Crochet skills with this fun Granny square style Easter Egg Garland. Such a pretty decoration. I love the pastel spring colors used for this pattern. You … Read More...
How To Make A Record Player Pop Up Card
This super fun pop up record player card really takes me back. I loved laying on the floor of my bedroom listening to albums for hours! Laura used dies from My Favorite Things to create it and she’s got a … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Sew a mug cozy
These mug cozies are easy to sew and make great gifts! They’ll let you hold a hot mug of coffee or tea or hot chocolate without burning your hands. Plus, they’re pretty! Patti from Hearth & Vine has a tutorial … Read More...
Life Isn’t Perfect Layout
Life isn’t always perfect, isn’t that the truth? 🙂 Don’t always scrapbook just the perfect moments, all the other little things are really what makes life fun and interesting, so don’t forget to scrap those times too. Linda created this … Read More...
Color Pop Clutch Crochet Pattern
I’ve been trying to minimize lately by getting rid of all the things I don’t really need. Things get cluttered quickly at my house, so I’ve been thinking a lot about what my essentials are.
When I started cleaning out … Read More...
What you need to know about DMC’s new Mouline Etoile thread
DMC recently introduced a new kind of thread called Mouline Etoile. DMC doesn’t release new lines often, so this is big news! The thread is sprinkled with sparkly flecks that give your stitching a twinkly effect.
Mouline Etoile is not … Read More...
A Tiny Traveling Mouse Sculpture
I’m always interested in how people turn kind of small inconspicuous bits of clay into characters with tons of personality and such tiny details. Diav Draconia, the maker of this traveling mouse, has a channel full of charming, interesting and … Read More...
Diorama Flamingo Card
Kathi created this fun Diorama/ Windowrama card with cardstock, stamps and die cutting that folds flat when mailed. I love the funky Flamingo on the front! She’s sharing step by step directions on how to cut, score and fold one … Read More...
19 Questions to Improve Journaling
I must admit I’m one of those scrapbookers who just adds a title, date and maybe a few words about what’s going on on the page. I feel like I’m terrible at meaningful journaling and sometimes that’s half the story … Read More...
A Glass Hanging Idea
One of the most challenging things many glass artists have to contend with is how to hang your glass. There are products out there, such as mentioned in the linked article, french cleats that can be epoxied on, or Hang … Read More...
Do-A-Dot Mardi Gras Printables
Some kids just LOVE do-a-dot activities, and they are good for preschoolers practicing fine-motor skills, hand-eye coordination and hand dexterity.
Supply Me has a great free printables for Mardi Gras do-a-dot activities you can grab to stick in the art … Read More...
DIY Tsum Tsum Plushies Needle Felting Tutorial
This is a fun needle felting tutorial for some of the younger ones who are wanting to pick it up. I am not saying Disney is not for older people, so please don’t bombard me with your e-mails. All I … Read More...
Geode Inspired Bath And Body Recipes
These Geode inspired bath and body recipes are so pretty! They all have one thing in common, they are all so pretty and bright! All of these Geode projects come with full tutorials to guide you along. We have … Read More...