I’m building a library of color swatches using Dharma Trading’s fiber reactive dyes. Each sample is created using only one dye color on a 100% cotton handkerchief. Fabric is pre-soaked in soda ash water. Then fabric is crumpled, placed in a cup, ice added, then dye sprinkled on top. In dye lingo, that’s SOS (soda […]
Ice Dye Instructions
Greetings! If you’ve found this page, you have likely received one of my free ice dye sample kits (or you’re a bot). I first learned about ice dye from Craftcation in 2019. I didn’t actually get into the class because it was too popular, but I saw it in the parking lot and was inspired. […]
Leaf Heart Pendants
Tired of all the red and pink Valentines Day crafts? Who says hearts have to be red! Here’s a cute and simple craft project that captures the spirit of the day and would make a great gift for teachers, grandparents, etc. What you’ll need: A thick tree branch (you’ll want something at least 1.5″ in […]
Super Simple No-Sew Pumpkins
The apples are red, the breeze is crisp and cool; Fall is in the air! And, nothing seems to represent this season better than the humble pumpkin. Often found in shades of vibrant orange, these delightful gourds embrace all that is Autumn. I’ve always loved decorating with pumpkins. I am especially delighted when I find […]
Spooky Pumpkin Scene
Fall has arrived in full force, and with it all the celebrations of the season. Perhaps more than any other seasonal festival, Halloween creates a mood. I love this holiday for the wealth of creative opportunities it generates. I also enjoy challenging myself to create Halloween decorations that are creepy, without being “gross”. In my […]
Rolled Paper Bowl
It started from a young age, my infatuation with magazine subscriptions. First it was Highlights for Kids, then Seventeen Magazine, Glamour and now it’s lifestyle and crafting publications. The titles have changed over time, but the obsession hasn’t. Also, this love of the printed page has caused magazines to pile up for years. I love […]
Simple Scrabble Magnets
Sometimes it seems like I see a lot of one particular item when I’m out making my rounds of the local thrift stores. It’s usually something completely random, like big Barbie heads, or wooden toy cars. I love second hand shops, and the wealth of possibilities they hold! On my last thrifting adventure, I noticed […]