This tutorial from Prudent Baby for making a nap mat is highly detailed and includes some great tips for adding bias tape and managing a sewing project that gets bulky at times. The mat includes a fleece blanket and pillow, and rolls up for easy transportation. It’s a great back-to-school project for preschoolers, and a […]
I’m digging this simple free Solar Dress pattern. There’s some great drawstring/strap detailing in the back and the simplicity of the sundress is a great way to use some crazy fabric (left) or fun embellishments like patch pockets (right). Plus, the pattern itself is so darn cute it’s worth checking out just for that! It’s […]
Gotham Books has generously given us three copies of Ken Denmead’s wonderful Geek Dad: Awesomely Geeky Projects and Activities for Dads and Kids to Share. We think this is a perfect giveaway for our MAKEcation theme. To be eligible, all you have to do is tell us what geeky projects you’re doing with your kids […]
By Nikol Lohr Not just for the school-bound, this cute felt caddy is also at home in your office (on the side of your filing cabinet), kitchen (fridge), or on any metal door. You can also easily adapt this caddy for a specific purpose: bed frame caddy for dorm room or camp (pockets for book, […]
Back to School season is in full swing, and these school lunch mats from Regina of Creative Kismet are a great addition to any kid’s lunchbox. See how to whip up a whole batch over on her blog.
Since we already entered into some weird weather front of Lego postings today, I figured I’d complete the conditions for a perfect storm. Here’s an amazing 1/8 scale Bugatti Veyron, with a working seven-speed transmission transmission (that includes reverse), brakes, independent suspension system, retractable roof and rear spoiler, and it’s remote controlled — all made […]
Check out this great tutorial on how to craft a gnome from Myrtle and Eunice. The step-by-step photos are incredibly detailed and the final result is so jolly! These gnomes have a real solidity to them that gets your fingers itching to play with them amongst the leaves in the garden. This would be so […]
