Saturday, 31 August 2019

Loaded Fries Pizza

This Loaded fries Pizza has a seasoned sour cream base & is topped with fries making it a fun twist for pizza night, game nights, or even weeknight dinners. Such a fun way to enjoy an easy dinner mid week. … Read More...



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DIY Party Ideas – Minecraft

You don’t have to be a Minecraft expert to build the perfect DIY party. All you need to do is collect all the party supplies and start building. Although Minecraft isn’t a new game, it’s still very popular so your … Read More...



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DIY Gemstone Soap on a Chain

Take soap on a rope to a whole new level with this easy melt and pour DIY gemstone soap on a chain.  The perfect handmade gift for family and friends. Hang it from the faucet to keep it dry and … Read More...



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Free Mini Course: 11 Ways to Make and Use Molds with Polymer Clay

A clayer out there let me know about a mini course she’s offering, for free, about using molds with polymer clay. I happen to know from looking at the site stats that molds are one of the most popular topics … Read More...



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15 Minute Crafts: Small Planters

Want to create a fun craft project but don’t have much time? Then learn how to transform some plain mugs into some patriotic planters! In this tutorial, by Beth Kingston of Kingston Crafts, you will learn how to turn mugs … Read More...



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Stamping 101 – How to Heat Emboss

Stamping 101 - How to Heat Emboss

If your new to stamping and card making or have never heat embossed Amy has a great beginning tutorial for you. Heat embossing adds dimension and shine to your stamping and is easy to do with the right tools and … Read More...



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Stitch a Skull for Halloween

I guess that thing about wanting fall to hurry up and get here is true, because I’m suddenly seeking out Halloween cross stitch patterns.

This one isn’t strictly for Halloween, but it is a cross-stitched skull, which would be … Read More...



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Use Paint Chips for a Color Scavenger Hunt

This is such a fun and simple idea for a different way to do a scavenger hunt with kids, indoors or out.

The Imagination Tree shares this idea for a color scavenger hunt using paint chips.

Check her website to … Read More...



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Craft Event – Suitcase Rummage Australia

What is a Suitcase Rummage you ask? It is a mini-market where you only need to bring a suitcase or two of items to sell.

You can be a part of the Rummage experience by selling wares, or come along … Read More...



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Sewing tutorial: Mini orange peel quilt

Sewing tutorial: Mini orange peel quilt

A quilt with curves doesn’t have to be difficult!  Christine from Sew, Jahit shows how you can create this beautiful orange peel quilt.  Though it looks complicated, it’s actually easy enough for a beginner.  There’s no hand sewing required or … Read More...



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How To Blanket Stitch Your Quilt Binding

This tutorial shows you how to blanket stitch your binding. The binding is fused on with an iron and then the sewing machine does the rest with it’s blanket stitch setting. You can see the full quilting tutorial along with … Read More...



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Plane Card with No-Line Coloring

Plane Card with No-Line Coloring

How adorable is this little monkey flying by in a plane?! Mindy used a no-line coloring technique with Copic markers to color her images. She sharing a detailed coloring tutorial video over on the Sunny Studio blog.

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Birthday Boy Page

Birthday Boy Page

Sarah used lots of different sizes of circles in lots of different pattern papers along with her photos to create this fun birthday layout. She got lots of dimension by popping some of them up with foam tape and adding … Read More...



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Kids Halloween Craft – Popsicle Stick Spider Web

Celebrate Halloween with your kids with this cute spider web craft. Using painted popsicle sticks and orange twine, you can create a fun spider web with your kids. This craft is great for kids of any age and can … Read More...



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Friday, 30 August 2019

Winter Shawl Crochet Pattern

When winter rolls around, I notice a lot of crocheters working on shawls. I’m not sure what it is about the cold weather that brings this on. But I think it’s good for shawls to get the much deserved attention.… Read More...



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Crochet Pattern – Ariel Bikini Top

The Ariel Bikini Top is a fast working project with an eye-catching effect. It fits sizes S& M but by repeating the last couple of rounds, it can be made for bigger sizes.  You can see the full pattern hereRead More...



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How to make pretty stamped recycled yogurt jars

These pretty recycled jars look like vintage ceramics. I have saved these pretty Oui yogurt jars for just such a project. If you like the look as much as I do pop on over to the blog The Tip Toe … Read More...



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Red Heart Joins the Yarnspirations Family

Consolidation seems to be a part of most businesses these days, and it’s true of yarn companies, too. Two giants in the field have joined forces and Red Heart yarns has become a part of the Yarnspirations family.

Visitors to … Read More...



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DIY – Kawaii Candy Corn Jewelry

Halloween is a great excuse to eat candy corn and of course, wear it too! We loved this tutorial by Doodlecraft where they show you how to make your own candy corn necklace and earrings. Such a fun DIY for … Read More...



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DIY Bleeding Halloween Candles

Alecia from Chicken Scratch NY shares her DIY Halloween Candles. The perfect Halloween decoration for your spooky party or Halloween Dinner. This tutorial is very easy to follow and can be added to any style of Glass candle holder you … Read More...



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Get Ready for Fall with this Cute Fox

As soon as September hits (which I know is still a couple of days, bear with me), I start thinking about fall and wishing the new season would get here already.

Then I remember I live in the south and … Read More...



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Fingerprint Explorations for Kids

Kids often go through a mystery phase where they love stories with a bit of suspense and clues they need to follow to solve a mystery. My daughter has been in this phase for a few years now and I’m … Read More...



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Sewing tutorial: Tips for sewing knit fabric

Sewing tutorial: Tips for sewing knit fabric

Sewing knit fabrics isn’t any more difficult than sewing woven fabrics, but it is different. And if you’ve only ever sewn wovens it can be frustrating.  Heather from Heather Handmade has some tips and tricks for sewing knit fabrics.  They’re … Read More...



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No Line Coloring Flower Card

No Line Coloring Flower Card

Channin stamped this lovely bouquet of flowers in a light colored ink and colored them in with a marker watercolor technique for a stunning no-line coloring card. The flowers really pop on the ink blended background and also because she … Read More...



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Disney Love Layout

Disney Love Layout

Tegan die cut small hearts all around her page and backed them with different pattern papers to created a soft rainbow of colors on the background of this sweet Disney layout. I adore how the “O” in LOVE circles one … Read More...



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Thursday, 29 August 2019

Free Printable Movie Night Cupcake Wrappers

These printable movie night popcorn wrappers are a great way to add some fun to movies at home! They’re super easy to make and they can be used with store-bought or homemade cupcakes. You can even embed popcorn into the … Read More...



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Free pattern: Mens denim messenger bag

This free pattern for a denim messenger bag features a front zip pocket on the closing flap for quick and easy access. Internally the bag has a full width front zip pocket followed by a slip pocket internally. The denim … Read More...



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Back to School Sophomore Year Page

Back to School Sophomore Year Page

The grid paper, science images and math formulas on this layout from Sheri are perfect for back to school pages. The large title and pencil elements help balance out the busy background and point a focus to her black and … Read More...



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Great idea for a back to school time capsule

I love seeing all the first day of school photos everyone is posting. A friend even posted her first day of Grad School as a joke (she is a mom of 2!). And this idea for making a back-to-school time … Read More...



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How to Pattern Piece Stamps

How to Pattern Piece Stamps

Looking for a fun way to add pattern and texture to your stamped images? Paper piecing is a great way to do just that. Stamp your images directly onto pattern paper, cut them out and layer them onto your image. … Read More...



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Painted Pinecone Owls

Painted Pinecone Owls

Hoooo is almost ready for fall? These cheerful owls sure are! On your next walk around the neighborhood or visit to the park, gather some pinecones to bring home to craft with. This craft was inspired by a 1970s craft book we found at the thrift store recently. In the original, the owls were left unpainted and without wings, but we knew some color and pattern would really give them a fun, modern look.

Painted Pinecone Owls

Kids can use these little owls as toys, display them on a shelf or windowsill, or even tie a loop of string to the top and hang them from a doorknob for decoration! Keep reading for the full instructions below.

Painted Pinecone Owls

what you need:

  • Pinecones
  • Martha Stewart Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Craft Paint
  • Paint brush
  • Felt
  • Scissors
  • Hot glue gun
  • White glue
  • Cupcake papers

how-to:

Painted Pinecone Owls

Step 1
Begin by gluing two pinecones together, forming an almost figure 8 shape. If possible, choose a slightly smaller pinecone for the top for the owl’s head.

Painted Pinecone Owls

Step 2
Paint the owl in whatever color you like, focusing mainly on the front of the owl which is actually the bottom of the pinecones. You don’t necessarily need to paint every single spot on the back since it isn’t very visible from the front of the owl. Let dry.

Painted Pinecone Owls

Step 3
Cut eyes and a beak from felt and glue onto the owl’s face. You could even use googley eyes here if you like!

Painted Pinecone Owls

Step 4
For the owl’s horns/ears, cut matching felt into two almost teardrop shapes. Glue to the head of the owl so that they’re tucked inside the pinecone a little bit.

Painted Pinecone Owls

Step 5
For the owl’s wings, fold a mini cupcake paper in half and cut along the fold. Fold one half in half again, and cut. Glue a piece to either side of the owl’s body, again tucking the edges inside the pinecone.

Note: feel free to trim the cupcake papers as needed, or even use scrap paper instead if that’s what you have handy.

Painted Pinecone Owls

Step 6
Repeat until you have owls in every shade!

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Did you know that a group of owls is called a parliament? We had no idea!

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Happy crafting!



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Happy Birthday in Cross Stitch

It’s my birthday today so I wanted to share a birthday related cross stitch pattern.

This pretty butterfly cross stitch design from Alita Designs is a sweet sentiment for anyone who loves butterflies, flowers and nature, and could be stitched … Read More...



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Using Loose Parts in Block Area

Whether you’re setting up a block area in a classroom or at home, it’s a great idea to include materials other than just blocks.

Items like small dolls, bits of fabric and loose parts can be added to make block … Read More...



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