Now is the perfect time to get out your sewing machine and whip up a sundress for that beautiful little girl in your life. These 7 *FREE* tutorials are not only great because, well they are free, but they are … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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6 Felt Flower Tutorials
Felt flowers are one of the most common crafts made from the material, and with nature blooming it’s beautiful real flowers outdoors, why not make some felt flowers as well? Today we have found 6 tutorials for you to make … Read More...
7 Science lessons with free printables
Budding scientists will love learning about the world around them with these 7 great science lessons, complete with free printables. Kids will enjoy learning about the basics of the scientific method, the life cycles of plants and insects, simple machines … Read More...
8 Summer scrapbook printables
School’s almost out and summer vacation is almost here. It’s time to start gathering ideas for your vacation and summer scrapbook pages – here are 8 great summer themed printables to get you started. There’s something here for everyone, from … Read More...
6 embroidery projects to welcome summer
Summer is a time for enjoying the great outdoors, spending time with family and friends, and taking a break from the daily routine. And what better way to celebrate the season than by creating some whimsical embroidered art? Embroidery is … Read More...
8 Desserts To Cook On The Campfire
The warm summer months bring about the opportunity to build a campfire and whether or not you build that fire at your favorite camp site or in a fire pit in your back yard, you have the chance to make … Read More...
12 Projects for World Turtle Day
Today is World Turtle Day. Why not celebrate turtles by making your own crafty turtle craft project? You can use a variety of household and craft items to make a collection of fun and unique turtles for yourself and everyone … Read More...
8 Crocheted Jewelry Patterns
Summer is just around the corner and what better way to prepare for it than by crocheting some handmade jewelry? Crocheting is a versatile craft and can be used to make all sorts of accessories including bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and … Read More...
10 Patriotic Desserts for Memorial Day
Get ready to kick off the summer season this Memorial Day with one of these patriotic desserts! Everything on our list is fairly simple to make, so impress your friends at this year’s barbecue with colorful flag cookie tray or … Read More...
8 Knitting Patterns for the Summer Beach Trip
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the sunshine, the sound of the waves, and the sand between your toes. But don’t forget to bring along your knitting! There’s nothing quite like sitting on the beach with a cool breeze … Read More...
8 Transportation Month Crafts
May is National Transportation Month so why not plans some related crafts for your kids! Not only will the kids have fun making all of these crafts, you can also use them as an opportunity to teach them about different … Read More...
25+ Room by room spring cleaning ideas
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the thought of spring cleaning your entire home? Look no further than this comprehensive list of 25+ room-by-room spring cleaning ideas from Dukes&Duchesses. This list makes it easy to tackle your cleaning project one room … Read More...
Free Knitting Patterns for String Bags
I love a good market bag (and even have a pattern for one using lace rib over at About). They’re the perfect thing to tote groceries in throughout the year, but they’re particularly great during farmer’s market season because you … Read More...
5 Creative ways to utilize small interiors
Do you live in a small apartment or a cozy home with limited space? If so, you know how challenging it can be to create a functional and stylish living space. But don’t worry, we have compiled a list of … Read More...
Card Making – 6 Handmade Mother’s Day Cards
There is something extra lovely about giving Mum a handmade Mother’s Day card. Flowers are beautiful and chocolates rarely go uneaten, but a card made by hand has that little bit of heart tucked into every stamped image, paper layer, … Read More...
10 Coaster Knitting Patterns
Coasters are a practical and functional addition to any home, and they make a great gift for any occasion. If your mom loves to have a cup of coffee or tea at the ready, a stack of hand-knit coasters would … Read More...
6 Quilts Patterns And Ideas For Kids
As a parent, you want your child’s room to reflect their personality and be a place where they feel comfortable and happy. A special quilt can do just that, and incorporating your child’s favorite characters or themes can make it … Read More...
10 Fingerless Glove Knitting Patterns
Around Christmastime last year I published a little roundup of fingerless glove knitting patterns, but of course at that time of year I was focused on warmth (and quick knitting). Now that spring is in the air it’s time … Read More...
10 DIY Greenhouse Projects
Whether you are a novice gardener or an expert, you can benefit from having some sort of a backyard greenhouse. They range in size from tabletop to a large room, depending on your needs. Most can be built from recycled … Read More...
Knitting Patterns – Shrugs to Knit for Mom
It’s almost Mother’s Day in the United States, so I thought it would be fun this week to look at some gift knitting projects that would be great for moms, women graduating high school or college, or any other gift-giving … Read More...