Craft Projects

Linoleum Asphalt Mosaics – CRAFT Video Podcast

Linoleum asphalt mosaics, also called Toynbee Tiles, are artworks permanently embedded in pavement. In this video I’ll show you how to construct your own from inexpensive materials. You can get real linoleum (don’t use vinyl flooring) for this project by ordering free samples online. By cutting out a mosaic design in the linoleum and sandwiching […]

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Craft: Recipe – Easy Tres Leches Cake

If you’re looking to try a new dessert that’s not your usual sweet treat fare, try this recipe for a quick-and-easy Tres Leches cake. Now, we’re not claiming this is good for you (especially if you are lactose intolerant, come to think of it) but this is dessert we’re talking about. If you can’t be […]

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CRAFT Project: Tater-Stamped Kitchen Curtain

I’ve been wanting to try out potato printing for a while now–hadn’t done it since I was a kid–and I also needed some new kitchen curtains, so I decided to kill two birds with one stone and stamp up some new window coverings. This is an extremely quick and easy project you can whip up […]

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CRAFT Project: Customized 3-Ring Binders

It’s no secret that I love HeatnBond, it’s a must-have for appliqué projects and is perfect for all kinds of no-sew fabric applications. But a lot of people don’t realize you can use it with paper, too! I found these simple paper and fabric binders (made by Russell + Hazel) at a local shop here […]

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CRAFT Project: Needle & Thread Hoodie Revamp

CRAFT Project: Needle & Thread Hoodie Revamp

It seems like a large percentage of my female friends are either pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or dealing with new babies. It must be something in the water! Here’s a fun project you can make for your favorite little one, which is quick enough to whip up in an afternoon–and best of all, it’s […]

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