Crafting a Handmade Home
Learn how easy it is to clean a cast iron skillet or cookware. Use these cleaning tips to overcome your cast iron cookware intimidation. Childhood Memories Like a lot of people, my first memory of cooking with cast iron came from my childhood. I can still vividly remember my mom making cornbread in a cast iron skillet. I was actually quite amazed and puzzled. I
Learn how to use the new Offset feature in Cricut Design Space to create shadow effect on text and images for print then cut stickers & more! I recently shared that there were some changes and updates coming to Cricut Design Space. One of the announced updates is the Offset feature and it’s now available! However, there are a couple of important things you should
Get the latest Cricut Design Space updates and learn all about the changes to Cricut Design Space. Bookmark this page for future reference! It seems that things are always changing. That statement holds true to Cricut Design Space as well. Here I’ll try my best to keep you updated with the latest Cricut updates, especially with how they relate to Cricut Design Space. Be sure
How do you know if the Cricut Maker is the right cutting machine for you? Learn all about the functionality and cost to help you decide if the Cricut Maker is right for you! Download the Cricut Buying Guide I created this 16 page e-book that you can download for free. It contains all the information that is contained in the original blog post in
Learn how easy it is to combine two or more projects in Cricut Design Space into one project; super useful with the Cricut Mug Press designs! With the release of the NEW Cricut Mug Press machine, it got me to wondering how to use some of my existing projects that I’ve saved in Cricut Design Space with the Cricut Mug Designs. Is there a way
Customize coffee mugs with Cricut Mug Press and get professional looking results! Plus dishwasher safe, no-peeling and perfect results! Cricut just announced today that it will be releasing a brand new machine – the Cricut Mug Press beginning March 11, 2011! It’s actually another type of heat press machine that was created specifically for use with mugs. But, not just any mug will do! If
Download this free set of 10 Rae Dunn inspired spring SVG files for use with your Cricut or Silhouette cutting machines. Whether you use these fun Rae Dunn inspired spring SVG files to create modern customized mugs, pillow covers, kitchen towels, t-shirts, or even onesies, they’re sure to add a whimsical touch of spring to your morning cup of coffee, home décor, apparel or handmade
Learn how to crochet textured stitch dishcloth! This pattern creates lots of texture – perfect for dishcloths, washcloths or hand towels! This blog post originally appeared April 14, 2017 and has been updated February 22, 2021 to include new photos and updated instructions. I have been crocheting for as long as I can remember. It’s one of the first crafts I ever learned how to
Learn how to crochet the Crunchy Stitch Dishcloth using the crunchy stitch. Crocheted dishcloths are easy to make and make for thoughtful handmade gifts! This blog post originally appeared May 1, 2017 and was updated February 22, 2021 to include updated photos and instructions. Learn how to crochet Crunchy Stitch Dishcloth! Like I shared before, I have been crocheting for as long as I can
In the essential sewing supplies list we will cover all the basic sewing supplies needed to get you off to a good start as you learn to sew. Are you thinking about learning to sew? Or maybe a little overwhelmed with where to even begin? Then this sewing basics series is just for you, my friend. You see, sewing doesn’t have to be intimidating or
With these 25 DIY Heart Sachets to make for Valentine’s Day ideas, you’re sure to find a heart sachet to sew, crochet, knit or no-sew to make for your Valentine! No Valentine’s Day would be complete without hearts. Heart cupcakes, heart Valentines, heart printables, heart-shaped boxes of chocolate or this collection of 25 DIY heart sachets. One of the top 10 blog posts on Ideas
Use this free project file for Cricut Design Space to create fabric heart cutout cards with envelopes – perfect for Valentine’s Day! I was browsing online one day when I stumbled across some adorable little Valentine’s Day cards that had these cute little cutout hearts. Behind the heart cutouts was red fabric. When I saw these cards, I had an aha moment. “Hey, I bet
