This bag is a cross-body purse that features details from the Hogwarts acceptance letter. Worked in one piece and seamed together at the sides, the bag is crocheted in the color of parchment paper with details such as the wax seal for the closure. Add a long strap to finish and be ready to wear this functional crochet piece…
This craft tutorial shows you how to make an octopus without having to sew it. It is made using socks from Dollar Tree. What you need 2 pairs of striped socks- Dollar Tree 1 bag of rice- Dollar Tree Scissors for cutting fabric (makes it easier) 2 Ziploc plastic bags (sandwich size) Hair ties- Dollar Tree (you could use…
This craft tutorial shows you how to make a country-themed doll wreath using items from the Dollar Tree store or a similar discount store. What you need wire cutters, cable ties, craft sticks Dollar Tree silk fan child’s sun hat child’s pair of socks, white lace ribbon, 2 stems of flowers faux hair or wool Instructions Start by…
This craft tutorial shows you how to make a quick wreath. What you need Dollar Tree 10 Minute Daffodil Wreath Supplies: Grapevine Wreath (I got mine at joanns with a coupon) Dollar Tree Daffodils (3) Dollar Tree Dripping Blossoms yellow (2) Wire cutters Instructions Instructions: Start by using your wire cutters to cut all of the flowers…
This DIY tutorial shows you how to make a dog bed or cat bed using fleece and no sewing skills required. What you need Scissors 5 Packs 100 Count Cotton Balls or toy filling 2 Fleece Baby Blankets You can also buy these from the Dollar Stores Instructions This easy-to-make dog bed is made using fleece that is tied…
Can you believe Series 7 of our favourite sewing show is finished already? What will we do with our Wednesday nights, now?! So if you loved episode 10 of The Great British Sewing Bee 2021 as much as we did – and aren’t feeling quite ready to say goodbye to it for another year – let’s dive straight into…
Love is Love! Rainbows are the iconic symbol of the LGBTQ+ community. Show your support and celebrate Pride Month this June, by making a bold and beautiful rainbow friendship bracelet, with our tutorial created by the fabulous Momtaz Begum-Hossain. You Will Need: How to Make A Rainbow Friendship Bracelet Step 1: Start by cutting 170cm of each colour of…
Geometric pots are right on trend this season, and look fantastic housing a plant or a succulent. Why not try making one of our stylish geometric flower pots yourself? Check out Penelope Quinn’s step-by-step tutorial below, and try the tricks she’s learnt along the way to ensure your achieve project perfection! You Will Need: How To Make Geometric Flower…
Live a life more bright and beautiful, with this easy-to-make rainbow wreath, created by the fabulous Momtaz Begum-Hossain. With just a handful of supplies and a little creative ingenuity, you can craft a beautiful home decor piece that’s bound to bring a little cheer to any corner of your home! You Will Need: How to Make A Rainbow Wreath:…
Here’s a fantastic way to occupy the kids and help develop those all important dexterity skills. This DIY magnetic fishing game is easy to make with just a handful of supplies, and a small number of patterns plus a big selection of colourful felts can provide you with plenty of fun sea creatures to catch and play with! You…
Today we are so excited to be sharing a little sneak peek into the newest book from our friend Jean Van’t Hul of The Artful Parent: Invitation to Draw! Chock full of creative drawing prompts, your kids will not be able to keep their hands off of it. Help children draw and think more creatively by inspiring them with…
Once, a beautiful yellow butterfly died and landed near my husband’s car. He brought the fellow home, put him in a plastic bag, and he has been sitting on a shelf ever since. I still haven’t figured out what we’re going to do with him, but he is too beautiful to toss! I have always been a big fan…
Chances are high that you’ve got an assortment of mismatched balloons hiding away in your craft or party supply cupboard. Don’t let them collect dust any longer and put them to good use with these fun crafts and activities from the blog archives! And if you still have some balloons leftover, take a look through some of the DIY…
Over the past few months, I’ve shared a few baby-friendly painting projects using variations of putting paint into a plastic bag along with a cardboard shape. Your little one gets to mush the paint around without any mess and you get really fun keepsakes out of it! Today’s technique is definitely messier but just as fun since we’ll be…
It’s finally summer and strawberry season is here! I haven’t picked up any local berries quite yet but it is on my to-do list this weekend. Nothing beats them! Until then, I thought it would be a nice way to celebrate summer with these simple DIY bud vases. There are so many wildflowers popping up these days that I…
At this time of year, it is understandably busy at the North Pole. Fortunately, Santa is surrounded by a group of friends that help make the chaos joyful! We have a new collection of Christmas appliques. These are the North Pole Pals. Today we are sharing the Elf Applique Pattern. Other patterns in the group include a Reindeer, Mrs….
Today we are sharing our Reindeer Applique Pattern, the second in our North Pole Pals series. I happen to think he is just a cutie, and I’d be pleased as punch, or perhaps eggnog, to call him a pal! The Reindeer Applique Pattern is appliqued to a 6 inch square but can be enlarged or reduced to meet your…
Baby, it’s cold outside! Normally that is something you just hear in the northern states, but today it seems to be cold all over the country! Going with that old adage… If life gives you lemons, make lemonade… if Mother Nature gives us cold, make snowflakes! Although playing outside is not an option today with temperatures well below 0…
In three days we went from -17 degrees F to 48 degrees F. Despite this “warm” weather after the polar vortex, we know we are no where near the end of winter. So, we are still delighted to work on more winter projects. Fairy and Pixie spent the night on Saturday, and they helped me with this project. The…
Where does the time go? I cannot believe how long it’s been since Michelle and I have shared a post, but life and other obligations sometimes get their talons in you and relentlessly pull! Today, however, it feels so Autumn outside and inside… a pumpkin candle is flickering in the fall air that is gently wafting through the open…
