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“Saturday Morning in a Box – Make the Best of Everything” plus 28 more

“Saturday Morning in a Box – Make the Best of Everything” plus 28 more


Saturday Morning in a Box – Make the Best of Everything

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 08:47 PM PDT

Saturday Morning in a Box

Looking for a fun gift for someone in your life? How about giving them a nostalgic Saturday morning in a box? Saturday Mornings are full of happy memories of sleeping in, eating fun cereals in front of the television, and relaxing in the realm of mid morning magic. Make the Best of Everything‘s tutorial gives you the recipe …

Tutorial: Flower Cane

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 06:31 PM PDT

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Continuing along with the cane theme… Amatista generously shares a tutorial on her Flickr photostream to make a flower cane similar to this one. She has a website to see more of her lovely work as well.…

Video tutorial: Hong Kong finish for seam allowances and hems

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 04:46 PM PDT

hongkongProfessor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing how to make a Hong Kong finish for your seam allowances and for a hem.  Go to their video to see how it’s done.

[photo from Professor Pincushion]…

Tutorial: Sock stick horse

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 04:20 PM PDT

DIY Sock Stick Horses from The Country Chic CottageAngie from The Country Chic Cottage shows how you can DIY a stick horse toy.  The horse’s face is actually made from a thick sock, embellished with button eyes and felt ears and a yarn mane.  Go to her blog for the tutorial.

[photo from The Country Chic Cottage]…

Olive Oil Candles

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 04:08 PM PDT

Olive Oil Candles

Learn how to make candles simply with wicks and the olive oil you likely have around the house. Check out the tutorial from Allison at Dream a Little Bigger.…

Tutorial: Fix a bra with a poking underwire

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 04:05 PM PDT

How to Repair a Broken Underwire Bra, by Make Life LovelyWhen the underwire pokes through the bottom of your bra, don’t pitch it.  You can fix it instead!  Laura from Make Life Lovely shows how.  Go to her tute.

[photo from Make Life Lovely]…

Tutorial: Tattered Paper Flower Accent

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 02:18 PM PDT

Tutorial: Tattered Paper Flower Accent

Danielle at Fat Cat Stamper is sharing how to make a cool tattered flower embellishment from pattern paper, die cuts and ink stains. Click here for her how to.

-Heather…

Toddler DIY Paper Bag Vase

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 02:11 PM PDT

vase1My kids love using the Do-A-Dot Markers, and this project features them! Head over to Thrive 360 Living for the how to. These would make a great Grandparent’s Day gift or Mother’s Day gift!! Hint.. hint dads:)…

ABC Alphabet Wall

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 02:01 PM PDT

letters1One of the MANY things I love about being a mom is the ability to fill my children’s living spaces with art and inspiring things to look at. Since our 4th child has arrived, the creative artsy me has had to take a sort of back seat. BUT, I find this alphabet wall completely inspiring and I love that she …

Heat Embossed Alphabet Rocks

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 01:56 PM PDT

Embossed Alphabet Rocks1Approximately 10 years ago, I made our wedding invitations and heat embossed every single one. I loved using that embossing heat tool! This is the perfect craft to pull it out of storage or pick one up! They are pretty cheap, and create such a neat effect. I never thought of using them on rocks, but I LOVE it! You …

Cadbury Cream Egg Brownies

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 01:23 PM PDT

cadbury.browniesStill have some leftover Easter candy in the basket? Seriously? Stiiiillll? Well, if there are any Cadbury cream eggs in there, here’s a yummy way to use them up. Make Cadbury Cream egg, perfectly arranged, brownies HERE at In Katrina’s Kitchen.…

Felt Dinosaur Play mat and a Giant Felt board tutorial

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 12:58 PM PDT

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Citro has a great blog called "Fun at Home with Kids" and has two cute projects to share with us. First is a no-sew felt "Dinosaur Play mat" and it’s a great craft because anyone with a glue gun can make it.  The second is this "Giant Felt board" great for fun and learning. Citro always has the exciting projects …

Squirrel!

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 10:36 AM PDT

ecureil-grille-point-croix-gratuite-brigitte-dadauxSquirrels are really cute and make great stitching subjects. I have had a few close up experiences with them, like the time one got stuck in our “squirrel-proof” bird feeder, not once, but twice and I had to rescue him and I still like squirrels even though the second time I had to let the little fellow out he decided …

Kate Middleton Says She’s Taken up Knitting

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 10:02 AM PDT

kate middleton knittingA lot of moms-to-be start knitting (or start knitting again) while they are pregnant so they can make something special for their new little one. Apparently Kate Middleton is one of those people.

Yahoo UK reports that the Duchess of Cambridge told a 17-year-old fan at an event in Scotland that she’s taken up knitting but she’s “really bad.” Nonetheless, …

Quilt back is a beauty

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 07:43 AM PDT

back of gift quilt Quilty Pleasures

First of all, Debby of Quilty Pleasures gets my vote for the best quilt-related blog name. Besides that, she’s brilliant with a needle. This is the back of a quilt she just finished. It’s a wedding gift for a very lucky couple. Go HERE to see more. Spied on Wild Olive Quilts Pinterest board.

Image credit: Quilty Pleasures

Tutorial: High chair seat cover

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 07:15 AM PDT

highchair-001Liz from Cotton & Curls shares a tutorial for making a high seat chair cover.  Whether the original cover is worn out, stained, or just plain ugly, she shows how you can make a new one using the old seat cover as a pattern.  She used a laminated cotton so it’s easy to wipe clean.  Go to her tute.

[photo from …

Tutorial: Swimsuit coverup tunic

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 07:13 AM PDT

coverupSpring has finally arrived, and summer won’t be far behind.  Merrick from Merrick’s Art shows how you can make a new swimsuit coverup.  It’s long-sleeved and tunic length, and made from a lightweight knit fabric.  The design is inspired by a similar coverup by J. Crew.  Go to her blog for the tutorial.

[photo from Merrick's Art]…

Tutorial: Easy drawstring bag with a contrast cuff

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 06:58 AM PDT

drawstring-bag-patternSew It Love It shows how to make a drawstring bag with a contrast cuff around the top.  It’s a quick, easy project to sew up.  Go to her blog for the how-to.

[photo from Sew It Love It]…

Idea file: Lace collar vest refashion

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 06:53 AM PDT

brown embellished vest front detail 1Hanna from Pearls & Scissors shows the vest she updated with a thrifted lace collar.  I’m loving the contrast between the brown corduroy and the romantic lace collar.  Go to her blog to read more about her refashion.

[photo from Pearls & Scissors]…

Free pattern: Summer Chevrons Shirt for little girls

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 06:47 AM PDT

Summer Chevron TopMelanie from The Crafty Cupboard shares a free pattern for making her Summer Chevrons Shirt for a little girl.  The sleeveless top has a square neck and puff cap sleeves.  The pattern will make the shirt in a little girl size 3T.  If you need a different size, I’m sure you could adjust the pattern using a shirt that fits your child as a sizing guide.  …

Cherry Flower Cake

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 06:27 AM PDT

cherry.cakeAside from the whole cherry-flavored, delicious-sounding cake thing, I’m loving the flower decorations made from candy clay on this cake. Make the cake and decorations HERE at Better Homes and Gardens.…

Project: Flip Out Card

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 06:07 AM PDT

Project: Flip Out Card

Stephanie from The Stamps of Life is sharing videos from one of her recent classes for FREE , showing you how to use stamps, dies and pattern papers for a lovely flip out card. Click here to watch.

-Heather…

Freebie | Project Life Cards by American Crafts for HSN Blush & Jade

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 06:00 AM PDT

Free Project Life HSN Printable from Becky Higgins

Becky Higgins recently released two new Project Life editions on HSN: Blush & Jade. In collaboration with American Crafts she is offering this set of free printable journal cards that coordinate with the new editions. Click here to go to the download.…

An Oinker

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 05:57 AM PDT

crocheted pig hat

 

This is such an adorable hat for a baby.  If you’re a pig fan, this would be the hat for you!  Also, for my Arkansas relatives – all those Razorback-loving folks.

Jennifer has designed this free pattern and has some great instructions to make it easy for anyone to reproduce her results.  I really like it in red.…

Bean Bag Balls

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 05:14 AM PDT

beanbag1I have always wanted to know how to make these. There are so many fun games you can play with bean bag balls! Head over to Poole Party of 5 for the great tutorial!…

String Art

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 05:07 AM PDT

stringart1This is a great craft for you to do with your kids. The options and designs are endless! You can find the materials and instructions over at Sweetnicks.

Freebie | Printable Mason Jar Tags

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 05:00 AM PDT

Free Printable Mason jar tag from tly design

Download them here at tly design. Print them onto paper bags or cardstock, punch a hole and hang!…

Freebie | Project Life Journal Cards from Suzy Q Scraps

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 04:00 AM PDT

Free project Life Cards from Suzy Q Scraps

These free Project journal cards from Suzy Q Scraps come in 3×4 and 4×3 orientations as well as both US and UK spellings. Awesome! Click here to get the download.…

Snow Day Party Ideas

Posted: 05 Apr 2013 12:50 AM PDT

Winterwonderland by Birds party Here are some Quick Snow Day Party Ideas.

Food coloring in Squeezey bottles for snow art by ReallyQuite Lucky

Snow day Printables from Home School Creations.

Q-tip snow flake decorations from Babycentre.com

Snow Icecream recipe by Partiesandholidays

Snowman Donuts 

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