Make a whimsical bracelet full of fruit charms with some basic sculpting and jewellery making techniques. A contributor on Livemaster (a Russian craft site) shares the tutorial with us. I’m including this link for an English translation but the pictures … Read More...
Call me old fashioned, but I really don’t like to have to worry about whether the outline of my underwear can be seen through the thin fabric of a skirt or dress. A half slip is an easy fix for … Read More...
This Jewerly making tutorial is for making sprinkles rings, necklaces, and bracelets using real sprinkles and epoxy resin. The tutorial will guide you through the techniques of using these two mediums. Sprinkle Rings… Read More...
I love the look of the Asherton Reversible Scarf from Smariek Knits. To me the textured pattern looks like the tumbling blocks quilt pattern.
It’s a pretty easy pattern and the true beauty of it is that it’s the same … Read More...
Amy from Diary of a Quilter shows a quick method for sewing up a a lot of these half square triangles at one time. It’s a video tutorial showing how you can make 16 half square triangles in one … Read More...
Glass etching is a fun and easy way to transform something ordinary in to something special! This DIY project (with step by step instructions and a video tutorial) shows how you can take a plain pint glass and create … Read More...
Embroidery is a great craft to introduce to little kids because with a little instruction they can successfully make projects, even if they don’t turn out exactly the way you might expect.
Little Worlds has collected a nice bunch of … Read More...
Running out of space for your art, craft or office supplies? Quickly put together a duct tape organizer using just a handful of supplies you most likely have on hand! The base of the organizer uses a cereal box, and … Read More...
See how to sew a zip pouch to organize all your loyalty cards and gift cards! Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial showing how to sew one. It’s sized just right to hold credit cards, gift cards, and loyalty … Read More...
Gina K is getting ready to release two cool new templates with coordinating stamps to be used with a stamp positioner to help you stamp out amazing wreath shapes. Jennifer McGuire got to try them out and she’s made some … Read More...
The French film festival for 2018 is upon us. Yeah! This year’s lineup features amazing cast, exceptional award winning movies and interviews and panel discussions with directors and cast.
We have a few 2 for 1 tickets for the festival … Read More...
Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can use your smallest scraps to make these adorable mini quilt magnets. You’ll need squares just 2 1/2″ big to make the itty patchwork pieces for the magnets. Make a set for … Read More...
Have you ever tried making your own custom stamps? With a few simple printmaking tools you can make something totally unique and add your own personal touch to cards, notebooks and even create your own gift wrap.
Emma over at … Read More...
Following the school shooting in Parkland, Fla., the March for Our Lives is being planned for Washington, D.C., on March 24.
The Women’s March in early 2017 was characterized by pink knit and crocheted hats, and the brainchild of that … Read More...
Whether they get worn out or just outgrown, it seems all of us have at least one pair of old jeans hanging around the house. Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can use an old pair of jeans … Read More...
These Easter crayons are the perfect DIY craft for Easter time. Wanting to hand out something other than Chocolate eggs? Well these Easter crayons are the perfect NON-Chococolate NON-candy treat. The tutorial is easy to follow you just need a… Read More...
This textile piece was created by Zara Merrick
The layers of fabric are embroidered feather by feather on to the bird to create a stunning effect.… Read More...
This Wet felting tutorial shows you how to make a small round coin purse. You won’t believe how this little purse is made. First it is wrapped around a balloon and then placed in the dryer. There are quite a … Read More...
These orbs are so cool and I happen to have scored a bunch of ping pong balls at the dollar store just the other day. Pop on over to the blog Journey Creativity for the tutorial on how to paint … Read More...
I love STEM projects any time of year, but these St. Patrick’s Day themed STEM projects collected by Little Bins for Little Hands are all the more fun for the holiday theme.
A lot of these are interpretations of classics, … Read More...
12 regular Oreo cookies
12 oz… Read More...
This list of essential oils are the perfect remedy for your cold or flu. They may not cure your cold but they sure will alleviate the symptoms. This list is a great starting point for trying DIY and homemade… Read More...
This adorable Easter Beanie comes as a free crochet pattern. These ear’s are so long and floppy this project could easily be warn as an Easter Bonnet and not just a beanie. You can grab the full Easter Pattern over … Read More...
Ever wonder how people get those beautiful watercolor effects in their bullet journals and scrapbooks. Well here is one quick and simple method that uses a very basic supply: markers. Crayola Supertips to be precise. You’ll only need a couple … Read More...
Penny Black stamps has recently released a gorgeous new line of Brushstroke Floral Stamps. These solid stamps can be inked in one color but really come to life when stamped with multiple colors. This idea might seem a little intimidating … Read More...
If you have a little girl who loves the twirly of a skirt, make her a circle skirt! It’s an easy style of skirt to sew – no basting stitches, no pulling gathers – and they are the best for … Read More...
Get exactly the look you want for your baby’s nursery by sewing your own crib sheets! It’s an easy DIY and Kate from See Kate Sew shows how you can do it. Once you see how easy it is to … Read More...
These sticky note holders are too adorable, they hold shut with a magnet and even have a place to hold a pen! How cute! These were made by Marcia aka The Frolicking Fairy using cardstock, a scoring board and stamps … Read More...
Sew a men’s long sleeved t-shirt with this free pattern from Emily of Life Sew Savory! While a lot of menswear is more difficult to sew than women’s or kids’ clothing because of the tailoring or details, t-shirts are just … Read More...
After almost a week of rain, I’m ready for the sunny days and colorful flowers of spring, so I couldn’t help pointing out this sweet little tulip cross stitch pattern.
Tiny Modernist designed this sweet image of three tulips … Read More...
I haven’t been to see Black Panther yet, but I know a lot of knitters who are crazy about the shawl that Lupita Nyong’o wears in the movie.
It’s a gorgeous wrap knit in shades of green and brown (you … Read More...
You can have the “look” of the Irish along with the luck of the Irish this St. Patrick’s Day with buttons, beads and sequins from Buttons Galore and More.
To decorate the St. Patrick’s Day Hat and Shamrock I … Read More...
These tips are meant to help you get your home office or family room organized, but many of them would work perfectly in craft rooms and scrap rooms. The list includes really simple ideas you can pull off immediately using … Read More...
This Easter wreath is adorable and sweet, you can hang it on a door or lay it flat for an Easter table centrepiece. To create this wreath you will need A wicker wreath or florist ring, some Green Moss
I’ve been seeing a cool trend with die cutting lately of applying color to white cardstock and die cutting the images instead of die cutting colored cardstock. Doing this allows you to customize your colors as well as get more … Read More...
Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make a Minky baby blanket that’s backed in a sweet patchwork design. The patchwork is made from large squares so it’s quick to sew up and will also show off some … Read More...
“Jackiepos”, she’s the winner of this months Paper Pumpkin kit giveaway!
-Heather… Read More...
Start with a square of fabric, and sew it into a tote! Lisa from Cucicucicoo shares a tutorial for making her One Square Tote, a basic tote you can make from a square of fabric. You can make it into … Read More...
Paper quilling has evolved dramatically in the past decade and this round up post shows the many marvelous ways people are using simple strips of paper to create on-edge art. While you may not be able to pull off some … Read More...
You can make a cute Easter basket liner quick and easy using a bandana! The Heathered Nest has a tutorial showing how. The liner adds a pretty finishing touch to a plain Easter basket. And it takes less than 5 … Read More...
I love anything with a fantasy feel, fairies, unicorns, etc. so these wonderful cards really caught my eye. Lindsay aka The Frugal Crafter shares these three magical, mystical cards with amazing backgrounds on her blog. She’ll show you how to … Read More...
Winter sniffles or a spring cold, chest congestion is never any fun! If you use vapor rub to help ease the congestion, here’s a project you’re gonna want to see. Jane Makuch shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing … Read More...
This hat pattern is crocheted much like a regular beanie, but allows you to leave an opening at the crown to pull your messy bun or high ponytail through.
That means no more hat hair. These are perfect for winter … Read More...
I love to color in coloring books but for some reason I tend to just stick to my Prisma colored pencils and forget about all the other great coloring mediums I have to use. Erin from Simple Art for Adults … Read More...
You’ll love this tutorial and free pattern for making a Kissy Lips pillow! Chelsea from GYCT Designs shows how to make it. This fun lips pillow can be made from most light to medium weight fabrics. Her tutorial includes a … Read More...
This Father’s day activity sheet is perfect for framing for DAD. The file is free to print off. Then ask the children to fill it out. The trick is not to guide them and see their crazy answers. This fathers … Read More...
In just 15 minutes, you can sew a table runner to add color and pattern to your table setting! Brandy from Gluesticks has a tutorial showing how. All you need is a yard and a half of fabric and some … Read More...
Make these fun washi tape rainbow tags for gifts, scrapbook embellishments or even a garland for St. Patrick’s Day. I especially like the way those clouds are made! Feel free to substitute your won supplies for those recommended, any kind … Read More...
These Easter treats are the perfect Easter ideas for an Easter themed party or picnic. Every year we play host to a large Easter picnic with lots of fun and games. We play sack races, toss Carrots and of course … Read More...
