Inventing involves finding technological solutions to real-world problems. Inventors understand the importance of inventing to society because they creatively think of ways to improve the lives of others. Explore the world of inventing through this new merit badge, and discover your inner inventiveness. That’s the intro to the guidelines for new Invention merit badge offered […]
How adorable is this fleece baby Princess Leia hat? Cheryl of Sew Can Do made this “hairdo hat” for her daughter to wear to a Star Wars birthday party. She doesn’t have a tutorial, but the inspiration and photographs are a great starting point for anyone wanting to give it a go. Related: Princess Leia […]
I’ve been a huge fan of typemakers House Industries ever since, well since I was a graphic designer, which was a long time ago. I not only love their font families, mainly “atomic age” retro-modern designs, but a lot of the swag and type-inspired products they increasingly design and sell. Case in point are the […]
Apparently, today is National Macaroni Day. I had no idea, but I’m glad that Cindy at Skip to My Lou knew and that she posted this fun tutorial for coloring dried pasta to use in crafts. I used to love stringing up dried pasta necklaces as a kid, but our method of smothering them in […]
Boattail Racer via Chris. A masterpiece of aesthetic form and function inspired by the slippery lines of early 20th century low-drag coachwork — designs formulated by the science of aerodynamics, yet strikingly gorgeous. It’s not just a looker though – the Boattail Racer is handmade from materials that time cannot easily erode. The wooden bodywork […]
We’re almost to the mid-point of our summer here, and we are already starting to run low on ideas for inexpensive, fun kid projects to try. I love this DIY harmonica from Maya*Made, and can’t wait to try it with my kiddos. With a little blowing, they make a satisfying sound that can change pitch […]
I love this brilliant reuse project from Regina of Creative Kismet. She turns pillowcases in to stylish pajama shorts for her kids, utilizing the pre-made hem to cut down on sewing time.
