One of the first things I bought when we moved to Scotland was a hot glue gun. It's one of those crafty things that everyone needs even if you don't immediately know it. I don't use mine all the time, but I can't imagine being without it. I've never gotten too crazy with what I use my glue gun for, but I was totally inspired after reading Angie and Carolina's new book. I'm pretty tickled with how my Fifteen Minute Hot Glue Button Brooch turned out! Supplies: hot glue gun glue ... Read More
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Felt Pumpkin Elbow Patch
Pumpkin season is my favourite. I wish it could be pumpkin season all year long and it's rare that I manage to not start pulling out my pumpkin decorations before September. Because we're still living the temporary lifestyle and Scotland doesn't go nearly as pumpkin crazy as I would like, I need to make my own pumpkin everything. With a basic sweater and some wool roving, you can make a super cute Felt Pumpkin Elbow Patch to celebrate the season wherever you are. Supplies: sweater (I ... Read More
Harry Potter Sorting Hat House Colors Hair Clip
I can't go too long without making some sort of Harry Potter craft, so of course I joined in with Marissa's yearly Harry Potter extravaganza. It's so fun to have friends who share the Harry Potter love and have super creative ideas. My girls recently discovered that they can be sorted by Alexa (Madeline had already been sorted into Hufflepuff on Pottermore) and they're all in different houses. They had been asking me for something to show off each of their house colors, so I made them each a ... Read More
Trendy Peekaboo Earrings
I'm fully embracing how much I love creating peekaboo crafts. They're an easy way to use up scraps of fabric and the possibilities are endless. I've gotten addicted to making this style of lightweight earrings--they're super fun with the faux leather and pop of colour from the fabric and they're so lightweight that you barely notice you're wearing them (until someone compliments you, that is!). I'm loving these Trendy Peekaboo Earrings--they're perfect no matter the season! This post first ... Read More
DIY Beer Caddy
I'm excited to have my friend and virtual assistant guest posting today. I've known Andrea for years and used to go on regular shopping sprees in her Etsy shop. When she announced her new venture as a virtual assistant, I knew she was the person for me! She's sharing a fun DIY Beer Caddy with us today. It makes a great gift, but I want one for myself! Hey guys! I'm Andrea - virtual assistant ninja, and previous Etsy shop owner! The husband and I have a friend who just purchased a new ... Read More
Burlap and Felt Coasters
It's a funny thing that I pretty much ignored burlap as a craft supply until the Cricut Maker made it so easy to work with. It's honestly still not my favourite, but I'm getting more comfortable with it and it's something I no longer mind being "forced" to use. I didn't even groan when I saw that this month's Craft Lightning prompt was burlap--I'm really happy with how my Burlap and Felt Coasters turned out. This post contains affiliate links. Supplies: Cricut Maker felt ... Read More