Amy R. used new stamps and dies with coordinating stencils from Waffle Flower to color and created these adorable Llama cards for the Holidays. You can watch her video tutorial over on the Prairie Paper and Ink blog.
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Camping Activities to Use at Home or at Camp
If your family likes camping but you aren’t able to get out as much as you would like, some at-home camping activities can be a fun substitute. Or if your little ones are new to camping and you want to … Read More...
Celebrate National Lollipop Day
I’m all for celebrating silly holidays any time of year, but I think it’s especially fun to note these days in the summer, even more so when they are food related.
For reasons I’m unsure of, July 20 is National … Read More...
12 Patriotic Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Wendy used a FREE stars background die cut file for her festive 4th of July layout. I love all the different red, white and blue plaids, checks and dots patterned papers she used! Find the FREE cut file at the … Read More...
More Tops to Knit for Summer
I know I’ve already shared a collection of T-shirt knitting patterns and tank top knitting patterns with you this season, but it seems like there are always more great patterns coming out and I keep seeing more patterns that I … Read More...
12 Fruity Handmade Card Ideas using Stamps and Dies
With Summer here everything is growing and blooming and it’s the perfect time of year for fruit. Not just for eating but for crafting too, it seems to be a popular trend this year. There are so many new … Read More...
Get Creative with Your Undergarments: 25+ Amazing DIY Bralette Sewing Patterns for Stylish and Comfortable Lingerie
Sewing your own bralette is one of those projects that sounds a little bit intimidating at first — until you realise it is really just careful measuring, soft fabric, a few fiddly elastics, and a bit of patience. And honestly, … Read More...
Learning about Belarus for Kids
Belarus is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe bordered by Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania and Latvia. Formally the Republic of Belarus, it was part of the Soviet Union and officially gained its independence in 1991.
The country has held one … Read More...
Celebrate World Emoji Day
July 17 is celebrated as World Emoji Day (because July 17 is the day shown on the calendar emoji) and it’s the perfect day to plan a little emoji fun.
Emojis can be a way to talk about emotions, … Read More...
House Cross Stitch Patterns
Sometimes I come across a pattern I want to share and it causes me to look for other, similar patterns so that I can have a theme instead of sharing a single pattern with you.
That was the case with … Read More...
Bucket Hat Knitting Patterns
People often ask me (or more generally online) what they can knit in the summer. I say you can knit anything you want in the summer, especially if you have air conditioning because the warmth of your project won’t make … Read More...
Watermelon Learning Activities
Last year I did a post full of watermelon activities for kids that focused on more craft and sensory type projects. This time around let’s look at some learning activities that use these fruits or involve their shape in some … Read More...
10 DIY Corner Desks You Can Make Yourself
A corner desk is a great addition to any home or office, providing a functional workspace without taking up too much floor space. However, store-bought corner desks can often be expensive and lack the personal touch that comes with a … Read More...
12 Going on an Adventure Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This adventure to the Big Apple layout uses map and other pattern papers cut into fish tails, travel tags tied with twine and clusters of stamps and labels with other fun travel images. I came across this idea on the … Read More...
12 Red, White and Blue Patriotic 4th of July Card Ideas
This week it’s the 4th of July in the USA, since our flag colors are red, white and blue I thought today would be a perfect time to share handmade card ideas using that color combination. These colors … Read More...
20 Palate Pleasing Citrus Desserts
In the world of desserts, few flavors possess the power to awaken the senses quite like citrus does. The zesty, tangy, and vibrant notes of citrus fruits infuse an unmistakable freshness into every bite, transforming ordinary sweets into extraordinary delights. … Read More...
Knitting Patterns for Can and Bottle Coozies
Last month when I shared a collection of picnic blanket knitting patterns, I said that I would spend the summer sharing some other patterns that might be useful for summer picnics, campouts and other adventures. In that spirit I … Read More...
Learning about Barbados for Kids
Barbados is an island nation in the Caribbean that is a republic withing the British Commonwealth. Located at the boundary of the South American and Caribbean plates, it is the easternmost island of the Caribbean. Its capital and largest city … Read More...
12 Water Scrapbook Layout Ideas for the Ocean, Pool and the Lake
Allison created an amazing wreath with die cut waves and a chipboard floaty that draws the eye to the center to the photo. There’s also lots of stitching, chipboard shapes, cute underwater critters and lots of drops for splashes. Learn … Read More...
12 Handmade In the Garden Card Ideas with Stamps and Dies
The flowers are blooming and the fruit and veggies are growing so it’s a wonderful time to incorporate The Garden in your handmade cards. There are so many different garden related stamps, dies, stencils and pattern papers you can … Read More...