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When my two-year-old son decides he wants to go somewhere he picks up my purse, puts it over his shoulder, and heads for the door. As cute as that is, Daddy thought a cool boyish bag should be made for him as soon as possible! So I came up with this messenger bag that’s toddler sized. It also makes a nice smaller sized bag for an adult. For my son’s, I used pirate, treasure map...
Everyone seems to have a favorite social media site, whether that’s Twitter, Facebook or the more recent Pinterest. What Flickr offers bloggers and the handmade crowd is pretty unique, though other sites touch on aspects of its usefulness. Let’s look at some effective ways to use Flickr to network, share your crafts and find inspiration! A Photo Community Flickr stores photos, but it’s good for so much more. It’s essentially a community of people...
Bombs Away! Heather from Whipperberry blogs this tutorial for summer sponge bombs at A Little Tipsy, and shares her family’s tradition of staying cool in the sweltering summer heat. Dressed Up: Make a vintage-chic Happy Birthday banner with this tutorial from Lisa! It’s part of a series, so scroll down the page when you get there for 10 more tutorials. Soothing Salve: I know this looks delicious, but just don’t eat it. Learn how...
*** This giveaway is now closed. Make sure to check out all the current handmade giveaways around the web in our Giveaway Roundup! *** Would you like to win an Accuquilt GO! Baby fabric cutter and three dies of your choice?! Yes, we thought so. Accuquilt is generously giving away a new-in-box portable fabric cutter and 3 dies to one Craft Buds reader! (Read our review of the GO! Baby here.) To enter: 1....
Wearing an apron always makes me feel like I’m getting ready to do something special. As an added bonus, I can look extra cute and protect my clothes all at the same time! I’ve found the following apron patterns for both kids and adults that look like they’d make cooking or gardening even more fun. Maureen Cracknell Handmade shares this beautiful apron. She used 5 coordinating fabrics and the final result is so flirty and colorful! Making it...