| New Projects February 10th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net Thought you all might like to see the quick project I did tonight. It's from the classic Valentine's party book -Valentine School Parties . . . What Do I Do?. I didn't look at the directions again before I dug out my glue gun and got to work, but it is so simple that I really recommend it for a cute Valentine gift. This is just a bunch of hot gluing so it's not a project for the little ones. The kids can make the tags, instead of the (gasp!) store-bought ones I used. I bought store valentines for my son for two reasons 1- he loves Sesame Street and there they were at the discount store, and 2) as my back-up plan. 
Supplies: - 2 Leftover Candy Canes for each heart
- 1 Conversation Heart Candy for each heart
- 1 Tag (or store-bought valentine that folds and comes with a cute sticker)
- Glue gun and hot glue (low-temp is fine)
- Arrange the candy canes facing each other in a heart shape on a paper plate or other surface that can get hot-glue on it
- Squirt a blob of glue where the canes meet at the top and bottom. The glue should mostly go in-between for better holding strength.
- Apply a small amount of hot glue to the back of a heart candy and add to middle top of heart
- Let cool and attach tag.
That's all! Happy Valentine's Day Tags: free, valentines
Posted in Valentine's Day Crafts | No Comments » February 10th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
Once you make a few of these pretty Faux Quilted Christmas Ball Ornaments, you'll be wanting to make them for every holiday using seasonal fabrics! They're fun to make while watching tv or while waiting at an extracurricular activity or watching the snow fall all day today... Added to Christmas Crafts Tags: ball, christmas, free, ornament
Posted in Christmas Crafts | No Comments » February 9th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net The world of Digital Scrapbooking has just exploded in the last year and I've been dipping my toe into it here and there. With all the digital photos on my computer, scrapping on the computer is the next step. It's fast, fun, and there are thousands of free and low-cost scrapbooking digital kits. Digital kits are great because you can use them again and again, change them, resize them, etc, etc. And did I mention there are many, many free ones online?? Everyday, digital scrapbook designers release freebie kits, papers, embellishments, alphas, fonts, templates, and quick pages. They vary in quality, quantity, and theme. Some are just for fun and some are a sample to entice you to buy the full kit (which works, believe you me!). I've quickly become a little addicted to browsing the designer's blogs and online stores. It's a blast and I'm learning more and more digital scrapbooking techniques, too. So, I've decided to share my new little hobby with you in my newest blog - Daily Digital Scrapbooking Freebies. Almost everyday, I post my favorite freebies with links so you can download them, too. And check often, some freebies are available for just a limited time. Hope you like it! Tags: digital, free, Scrapbooking
Posted in Computer Crafts, Newsletter, Scrapbooking | No Comments » February 9th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
Just a quick scrapbooking note today. I love how these two layouts use blending to create a striking image. 
layout 1
layout 2
Tags: scrapbook
Posted in Scrapbooking | No Comments » February 8th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
With the wintry weather we're still getting here on the East Coast, an Infinity Scarf is looking like an excellent idea! Many people are selling variations of an Infinity or Eternity Scarf online. Here's two of my favorites 
Teal Infinity Scarf with Red Rose Flower
Sweet Eternity Scarf in Sage Green
I like this simple free knitting pattern for this versatile scarf, cowl, hood, what-have-you. 
Simple Knitting Infinity Scarf Pattern
Crochet patterns are a bit scarcer though everyone is intrigued with this elaborate Crochet Infinity Scarf 
Paradores Infinity Scarf
Tags: Crochet, free, handmade, infinity scarf, knitting, scarf
Posted in Crochet, Handmade Mondays, Knitting and Crochet | No Comments » February 7th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
Add your own photos to this sweet Valentine's Day Printable Box and voila - instant adorable gift. Added to Valentine's Day Crafts and Computer Crafts
Tags: box, computer, printable, valentines
Posted in Computer Crafts, Valentine's Day Crafts | No Comments » February 4th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
I've been looking for a simple take-along needle project and found this happy little chart today - A is for Apple cross stitch. It's so perfect because apples are one of my son's favorite foods! Added to Needlecrafts Tags: apples, chart, cross stitch, free, needle
Posted in Needlework | No Comments » February 3rd, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net
Take inspiration from this blogger who begins her Christmas cards really, really early. This card is designed to hold several photos or printed text, I think. Anyway, super detailed tutorial. Added to Christmas Crafts. Tags: card, christmas, free
Posted in Christmas Crafts, Paper Crafts | No Comments » February 3rd, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
Wow - these Photo Bobbleheads look great and use some basic craft items. Excellent to make for a birthday party. Great for older kids and boys, too. Added to Kids Crafts Tags: birthday, bobble-heads, free, kids
Posted in Birthday Party, Kids Crafts | 1 Comment » February 3rd, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
Here's a quickie cutie gift. Most moms could use a few pacifier clips. Perfect for a quick hello or on top of a gift for a new mom! Added to Sewing and Baby Crafts Tags: baby, pacifier, Sewing
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February 2nd, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net Tags: printable, Sewing, Stamping, valentine, valentines
Posted in Valentine's Day Crafts | 1 Comment » February 2nd, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net
Upcycled Scrabble Tile Adjustable Ring RETRO CIRCLES OLIVE is snazzy and easy to wear adjustable. Nice job!
Here's a simple version that you can make yourself - 
How to make a scrabble tile ring uses elastic instead of the nice sterling silver plated ring from the seller on Etsy, but, hey, you may already have that at home. Added to Jewelry-Making Tags: handmade, jewelry, tile
Posted in Beading and Jewelry-making, Handmade Mondays | No Comments » January 27th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
If you grew up playing Super Mario Bros, here is knitting nirvana - the Mario Sweater Vest Pattern. So super-cool original and so generous to give the pattern away free. Enjoy! Added to Knitting Patterns Tags: knitting, vest, video game
Posted in Knitting and Crochet | No Comments » January 27th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net
Follow this detailed pattern to make precious Beaded Christmas Angel Charms. Wonderful for Christmas but also nice for a special gift anytime. Added to Christmas Crafts and Beading. Tags: Angel, beading, charm, christmas
Posted in Beading and Jewelry-making, Christmas Crafts | Comments Off January 26th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
My little boy loves trains (and cars!) so we took him to a train show recently. He was thrilled, and I found out what slot-car racing is... I'm ready to scrap this memorable day and found this adorable kit at Two Peas in a Bucket. I searched on "train," and this one came right up after I clicked digital. They also had a ton of paper scrapbooking train items that I was so tempted by! This kit is perfect and I'll use it alot because it's not too babyish and has a nice selection of good embellishments.
And here's my happy little layout - 
Tags: scrapbook, train
Posted in Scrapbooking | No Comments » January 25th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net
Craft Trend Alert! Have you seen those adorable card-table playhouses? Made of fabric and full of charming details, I wish I had one of these growing up! Here's a selection from an Etsy seller:     
Click on the photos to see these amazing playhouses! But, if you'd like to try this for your kids, read on. I've found several tutorials, handy hints and inspiration playhouses - 
Made of felt and with a doggy door, apples to pick and more. 
Card-table playhouses don't have to be cute cottages...
Another one for the boys, and no sewing required!
And a playhouse doesn't have to be a house...
Great directions on this cutie!
Fit for a princess and her dolls...
Aren't you inspired? Me, too! I'll add these beauties to a new section on the Sewing page! Tags: playhouse, Sewing
Posted in Handmade Mondays, Sewing | No Comments » January 25th, 2010 by Wendy at AllCrafts.net 
Easy sewing and then spending some time with your glue gun will net you this wonderful Gathered Fabric Roses Valentine Heart Wreath. Or, with about the same sewing, you can get another look for your Valentine's Day décor - 
This Burlap Heart Wreath is nice without being too over-the-top. Added both projects to Valentine's Day Crafts Tags: heart, Sewing, valentines, wreath
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