Make it Personal: Monogrammed Gifts for Family and Friends
There’s something charming about monograms. Personalization is practical and comforting to people, whether they be newlyweds, homeowners, or little girls and boys. It’s fun to see your name or...
View ArticleThe World is Your Oyster: 12 Precious Pearl Crafts
Just like lace and flowers, pearls add a dash of femininity to clothing, accessories, home decor, and more. But did you know that these delicate gemstones come from irritated mollusks? That’s right; if...
View ArticleCraft Your Own Zoo: 21 Animal Crafts
Ever since I woke up at 3 am to watch the royal wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton live on TV, I’ve been following their family more closely than a patriotic American probably should....
View ArticlePut a Ring on It: 5 DIY Ring Patterns
Can it be true? Hollywood’s Eternal Bachelor, Mr. George Clooney, is engaged? Shocking! Word on the street is that he put a gorgeous (and enormous) ring on his girlfriend’s finger a few days ago....
View ArticleMeet the Authors: “The Crafter’s Book of Clever Ideas”
One of the perks that comes with being the editor of a crafting website is that designers will send their latest projects and publications right to you. When a new book from F+W Media arrived in the...
View ArticleSeeing Spots: Ladybugs’ Picnic
Sesame Street has a history of teaching kids on the sly, and the song “The Ladybugs’ Picnic” is no exception. While children watched those cute bugs play games, tell jokes, and toast marshmallows, they...
View ArticleGet In Shape! Geometric Patterns for Summer
When I sat down to review Simply Modern Christmas: Fresh Quilting Patterns for the Holidays, I was expecting 80 pages of red and green quilts. Instead, I was greeted by page after page of sewing...
View ArticleCitrus Sweet: Build Your Color Confidence
Freshly cut grass, saltwater, and sunscreen are just a few of the scents of summer. Even better than the scents, though, are tastes. When I’m on the beach, I like to enjoy a tall glass of freshly...
View ArticleMore Tees, Pretty Please! DIY T Shirts for the Family
Get ready for summer fun by stocking your drawers with a seasonal essential: t shirts! T shirts are lightweight, so they will keep you cool during outdoor activities. Plus, any color or design looks...
View ArticleBeachside Buddies: Summer Crafts for Kids
Don’t you just love going to the aquarium? When I’m at an aquarium, I often fantasize about climbing into the tanks with those beautiful fish and adorable turtles. Luckily, there’s a less dangerous...
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