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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
This tutorial shows you how to blanket stitch your binding. The binding is fused on with an iron and then the sewing machine
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.
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...
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...
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...
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 here… Read More...
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...
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...
Halloween is a great excuse to eat candy corn
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
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Step 6
Repeat until you have owls in every shade!
Did you know that a group of owls is called a parliament? We had no idea!
Happy crafting!
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...
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...
Spaghetti straps are so pretty but kind of boggle the mind when you think about sewing and then turning those long narrow tubes of fabric. But it can be done! Jennifer Beeman from Grainline Studio shows how to sew and, … Read More...
This roundup of DIY projects for your bathroom vanity will have you styling and organizing your bathroom in no time at all.
We don’t often think about styling or DIYing our bathroom but take a moment to consider how much … Read More...
| This free crochet pattern is for a dishcloth the Size About 11 x 18 in. (28 x 45.5 cm) |
Christine used 2 patterns that are really trendy right now, plaids and dots in a rainbow theme, also super trendy, for this bright and cheerful layout. The colorful triangles of plaid pull the focus to the center and really help … Read More...
I recently got a chance to try some of the brand new Harmony Opaque Pigment Ink Pads from Spectrum Noir. These ink pads come in 36 beautiful colors, in the same shades as their other Harmony Ink Pads … Read More...
I am looking for more ways to get eyes on my unique style of jewelry and hand painted jewelry. Not only do I have beautifully handmade jewelry but I also sell some unique hand painted jewelry dishes and necklace holders. … Read More...
We thought you’d enjoy these free wedding binder printables for your DIY wedding plans and organization folder printables.
The printables come in three themes: black and white, crystal or plant. In six steps, you can DIY a personalized wedding binder … Read More...
This minimal yet bold Swiss Cross Quilt Pattern is FREE and comes in sizes baby, throw, and twin PDF download. You can get the free pattern at Coral & Co. You can make it in solids, as shown here, or … Read More...
Hi everyone,
This blog has been really useful and this seems like a really supportive community so I wanted to share my story, in the hopes for some advice or being able to help someone else out!
I’m 23, and currently 22 weeks pregnant with my first baby.
I have worked since I was 14, and I knew I was pregnant before I missed my period because I suddenly started feeling sick every single day and not eating – which was unusual for me! At the start of my pregnancy, I thought it was just morning sickness, but by week 8 of my pregnancy, I had to give up my job as I started feeling really faint and wanting to be sick whenever I stood up for more than 5 minutes or so.
It turns out that this wasn’t normal and I was diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum, which is basically excessively feeling and being sick. It can also cause fainting, and the more my pregnancy has gone on, the more of a recluse and a terrible mum I’ve felt because I can barely stand up or walk anywhere without fainting and/or being sick.
I still live with my mum and my boyfriend lives close by, and they’ve been helping me, but they also keep saying I can’t keep staying in bed – and I know that… I don’t want to stay in bed!
My boyfriend insisted on taking me for a walk the other day to get me some fresh air, (I know he was trying to be helpful and encouraging!) but I walked about 50 steps before feeling faint and needing to sit down. I ended up being violently sick on the pavement, and lots of passers-by were staring because I’m quite slim so I don’t look pregnant so I probably looked crazy, and my boyfriend had to give me a piggyback home. I also fainted in town a few weeks ago, I managed to get myself to a bench to sit down but I woke up with a lady holding my legs in the air to help me feel back to normal! It was so embarrassing and I was on my own again. Luckily some lovely people were around and gave me a biscuit and a cup of tea and walked me back to my car!!
Anyway, the nurses are now starting to worry about my blood pressure and something called ketosis, which is worrying me. My baby is healthy and I am having super regular check-ups to make sure everything is ok with her, but I’m not sure how much longer I can cope with being sick and not keeping food down!
I feel exhausted and like a terrible mum already, and I haven’t even had the baby yet! But as long as my baby stays healthy and we manage to move out and get everything sorted before her arrival, I’ll be happy. Here’s to the next 18 weeks and I hope things get better!!
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These classic book spines are a great cross-stitch project to hang in your library (even if your “library” is just a bookshelf).
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