Monday, 30 September 2019

Fun Kaleidoscope Kids Craft

Kids will have fun working on this kaleidoscope craft and decorating it to make it their very own. It’s a great project to do at home or with a group such as Girl Scouts or summer camp.… Read More...



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Free Crochet Pattern- Baby Mittens

Don’t you just love how cozy and snuggly gloves and mittens are? They’re the perfect accessory for chilly winter days. And as adults, we aren’t the only ones who love crochet mittens. Babies love a good pair of baby mittens … Read More...



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Design Layouts Following a Sketch

Layouts Following a Sketch

Yvette created 2 different layouts with a new sketch from My Creative Scrapbook. She shows step by step how she followed the sketch for a quick and easy way to design a page. She also used the same sketch but … Read More...



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How to make recycled egg carton eyes and more Halloween crafts

Egg cartons are a fun recycled material to work with. Over at the blog DIY and Crafting there is a great collection of 10 adorable recycled egg carton Halloween crafts including these sweet eyeballs that are cute individually or attachedRead More...



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Halloween Treat Bags

Halloween Treat Bags

How yummy are these little treat bag? Using tools from We R Memory Keepers these are made with sealed bags and paper toppers decorated with embossed and punched elements. They are easy to make so you can create a big … Read More...



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Combine Cats and Skulls in this Spooky Cross Stitch Project

It is said that cats, black cats in particular, like to hang around in graveyards, so why not stitch a pattern of a black cat covered in a patchwork of skulls?

Craft with Cartwright has just such a pattern, which … Read More...



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A Colorful Shawl Full of Fun Knitting Techniques

It’s been on my mind lately to design a shawl with mini skeins or a multicolored yarn with long color runs where each section of color would be worked in a different stitch pattern or technique.

Diane Ugo did something … Read More...



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Play Multiplication Quidditch to Practice Math Facts

I love Harry Potter themed everything for the classroom (not just because my daughter’s classroom has a Harry Potter theme this year) and I know she and her classmates would love this HP-inspired multiplication “Quidditch.”

Designed by Living Laughing Learning … Read More...



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Tips for Sewing Together a Sweater

The Brown Sheep blog has a great post about how to sew a sweater together that will be helpful if you haven’t pieced a sweater before.

It shows a toddler-sized sweater worked as a front, back and sleeves, and recommends … Read More...



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Sewing tutorial: Fabric covered needle book

Sewing tutorial: Fabric covered needle bookThese little fabric covered needle books are just the thing for taking a stitching project with you!  Sedef Imer from Down Grapevine Lane has a tutorial at Diary of a Quilter showing how to make these simple fabric covered needle … Read More...



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DIY Country Scarecrow Fall Wreath

This Fall wreath is very cute and so easy to make, you can easily use items from the Dollar store, Dollar tree or discount stores. This tutorial uses a country styled scarecrow

For this tutorial, you could use craft glue … Read More...



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Free Quilt Pattern – Hollow Spider Web

This free quilting pattern is for a Hollow spider web design. The cute thing about this free quilting pattern is that it is not actually a Halloween pattern. But could easily be transformed into one. Add some orange, purples and … Read More...



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DIY Planner Icons

DIY Planner Icons

Kerry printed up lots of cute little digital images, colored them with markers and cut them out to make adorable planner icons. These are a neat way to add some color and fun to your planner pages.

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Paper Plate Black Cats

Paper Plate Black Cats

Some folks may avoid black cats, especially around Halloween, for fear that they bring bad luck. We’ve yet to be convinced though so today we’re celebrating one of Halloween’s cutest creatures with this super simple craft! Paper plate crafts are one of our favorites, partly because of how quick and easy they are to make – take a look through the archives to get some ideas!

Paper Plate Black Cats

This project is especially easy if you start with black paper plates like we did. Using stickers as the details for the facial features make this a no-mess activity perfect for little ones or classroom crafting. The finished cats can be taped onto a wall to form a cute backdrop for your Halloween party. Or if you plan on dressing up as a cat for Halloween, you could even cut holes where the eyes are and attach an elastic or popsicle stick to turn these into masks! Whatever you decide, these black cats are the purrr-fect Halloween craft – keep reading for the instructions below.

Paper Plate Black Cats

what you need:

Paper Plate Black Cats
  • Black paper plates
  • White paint marker
  • Pencil
  • Scissors
  • Colorful circle-shaped stickers

how-to:

Paper Plate Black Cats
Step 1
Use a pencil to draw the shape of a cat’s head on the back of the plate. You can eyeball this or take a look on Pinterest or another online resource for some inspiration and reference points. We ended up drawing three different style of cat heads, but you can make yours all different if you like!
Paper Plate Black Cats
Step 2
Cut out the cat shape following the pencil line, recycling the cut-offs. Once you have this shape, you can easily trace this onto additional plates so that you don’t have to draw each one from scratch.
Paper Plate Black Cats
Step 3
To make the face, we used a combination of colored round stickers. For the eyes, we used either yellow or orange stickers and then added a smaller white sticker on top. Then use the white paint marker to draw a simple mouth – we made ours look a little pouty, like an upside-down Y, to give a spooky Halloween feel. Finally, cut a pink sticker in half and attach directly above the mouth to look like a cute pink nose.
Paper Plate Black Cats
Paper Plate Black Cats
Paper Plate Black Cats
Happy Halloween crafting!!


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Glowing Jack O Lantern Card

Glowing Jack O Lantern Card

Oh my, the Jack O’ Lantern on this card from Sandy Allnock  looks like it’s actually glowing! But there are no lights, it’s just her amazing coloring skills. Using Copic Markers she’ll show you how to achieve that realistic glow.… Read More...



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Sunday, 29 September 2019

Stitch a Fun Herringbone Lace Hat

It doesn’t really feel like it’s ever going to be fall where I live, but that hasn’t stopped me from trying to wear some of my knit accessories.

This Herringbone Lace Hat from Bromefields is a great choice for this … Read More...



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Sewing tutorial: Drawstring makeup bag that opens flat

Sewing tutorial: Drawstring makeup bag that opens flatBeth at The Renegade Seamstress shows how you can sew this drawstring makeup bag. With the drawstring you can go from flat fabric mat to cinched up bag in just seconds. Just put your makeup and accessories out on the … Read More...



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Felt and Dandy Robins needle Felting Kit

This lovely needle felting kit will make not just 1, but 5 little robins standing on log slices and it is adorable. Perfect kit for Christmas wether you are gifting it as a kit or making the little Robins to … Read More...



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A Cup of Witches’ Brew

Continuing with the witch theme, I love this cross-stitched “Witches Brew” pattern from Ring Cat Design.

You know that witches have something mysterious in their teacups at all times, don’t you?

The design is 27 by 26 stitches, or about … Read More...



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Make a Fine-Motor Kit for Fidgeters or for Therapy

Fine motor skills are so important for kids to be able to cut with scissors, write and do other tasks. Whether your kid needs help with fine motor development or just likes a bit of a sensory break every now … Read More...



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Free crochet Pattern – Double Crochet One-Ball Hat

This crochet pattern is free and is for a double crochet hat using one ball. I love one ball projects because I always seem to end up with that oddball or just one ball marked down on sale. This pattern … Read More...



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Book Review – Holiday Ornaments

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Make uniquely personal holiday ornaments by embellishing clear ball ornaments inside or out! Holiday Ornaments presents an inspiring collection of projects in which the balls are accented with glitter, swirled paint,… Read More...

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Knitting Pattern – Marlene Market Bag

 

This knitting pattern is for a Market bag, market bags are not only great for gifting they are great sellers at craft markets and fairs. Everyone is trying to get away from plastic bags and this cute pattern is … Read More...



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Wizard of Oz Mini Album

Wizard of Oz Mini Album

Annette designed this amazing Wizard of Oz themed mini album with supplies from Graphic 45. The pages contain wonderful little pop outs, tags, pockets and embellishments. She also created a fun coordinating banner to go along with it.

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Holiday House Shaker Card

Holiday House Shaker Card

Rina used new sentiment stamps from Mama Elephant to create this wonderful Holiday House Shaker Card. I love how each section has a sentiment and it’s own shaker elements. And the little pets give it such a cute touch too. … Read More...



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Saturday, 28 September 2019

DIY Unicorn Birthday Banner Using Cricut

A party tutorial for a cute little DIY Unicorn birthday banner perfect for DIY parties. This tutorial comes with tips and free svg on using your cricut for creating this Unicorn banner. Read More...



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This Weed Heals Insect Bites, Burns and Rashes – Plantain Salve DIY

Just when you think there is nothing worse than dry winter skin, summer happens. Summertime creates its own share of issues for your skin such as bug bites, stings, heat rashes, sunburn, and dry skin. Look no further than a … Read More...



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Kids Craft – DIY Tea Party Hat

Make your own tea party hat to wear while sipping tea or pink lemonade with your friends! These little tea party hats are so simple, feminine, and sweet. They are the perfect activity to make with friends at birthday parties … Read More...



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Bloom Layout

Bloom Layout

Pretty pinks and teals work wonderfully with the black and white elements and photo on this page from Gwen Wruck. Having most of the elements on one side adds weight and draws attention to the photo and having just a … Read More...



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Funnel painting technique

I have a feeling there probably isn’t anything that can’t be used used to paint with. Today’s item is a funnel of all things. The tutorial shows how well it works with kids but I bet artists of all ages … Read More...



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DIY Gift Box

DIY Gift Box

Sandra used some cardstock and a scoring board to create this sweet little gift box project. I love how the lid wraps around but slides off desperately, such a clever design! She used stencils and stamps from La La Land … Read More...



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Complete the Picture Game with Works of Art

If you teach art or just want to give your kids a better appreciation of art, this complete the picture game using works of art is a great resource to keep on hand when you need to fill time.

Art … Read More...



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Stitch an Elegant With Hat

Now that it’s almost October, it’s time to start thinking about Halloween.

If you’re into all things witches and wizards, the Elegant Witch Hat pattern from One Witchy Woman might be the pattern for you.

It calls for five colors … Read More...



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Sewing tutorial: Easy sweater pillows

These sweater pillows are so cozy for fall and winter!  And they’re so easy to make! Jen at Tatertots and Jello has an easy sewing tutorial showing how to make them.  If you have some old sweaters in your closet … Read More...



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Free Quilted Fob Key Chain Patterns

These quilted patterns are all for Key fob chains. Key fobs are a great way to use up orphan blocks, scrap fabrics and cutoffs. We included a few different styles of key fob, but basically all the patterns are very … Read More...



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Book Review – 100 Snowflakes to Crochet

100 Snowflakes to Crochet $21.99

Bring the lacey beauty of a snowfall into your home with 100 Snowflakes to Crochet. Crafters of all levels can easily crochet up a storm—or just make a simple snowflake or two. The designs range … Read More...



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Dollar Tree Sunflower Pumpkin Wreath

This tutorial shows you how to take a pumpkin form from Dollar tree or a Dollar store and turn it into a Sunflower Door Wreath. You can see the full tutorial over on our sister site here. It is so … Read More...



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Scarecrow Z Fold Card

 

Scarecrow Z Fold Card

Kittie C. used some new dies from Rubbernecker Stamps to create this amazing Scarecrow Z Fold Card. I can’t believe how many dies she was able to put on her card, it adds so much depth and dimension and … Read More...



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10 Apple Inspiration Pages and a Freebie

10 Apple Inspiration Pages and a Freebie

Sahlin Studios has a new Apple inspired set of digital scrapbook elements including papers, words and images. Apples are perfect to incorporate into school, orchard, fall and harvest scrapbook layouts or paper crafting projects. Their team is sharing 10 apple … Read More...



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Friday, 27 September 2019

Make your own easy DIY sweet bags

Halloween treat bags are really quick and easy to make, but will certainly impress all the trick-or-treaters that come to your door.

Fill your bags with the spookiest candy you can find and then finish it off with one of … Read More...



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DIY Otter – Embroidery Kit

Otters are adorable and tis little fellow is beyond adorable and you can DIY him at home. This kit comes with everything you need to create this fully Embroidered doll. You will need some patience to finish him off but … Read More...



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