Celebrate Every Day
Today I am going to let you know how to figure out if it is time to upgrade your site host. A client recently contacted me because their site was loading REALLY slow and generating script errors. After a little digging it was clear that they were in serious need of a hosting upgrade. The client had no idea that… Read More
What’s creepier skeleton wreaths and spooky Halloween decor or Facebook changes? Well, I updated my Facebook profile to the new Facebook Timeline. I love it. I think. *Update. You will only be able to see Timeline on my page if you have already switched over yourself… Here’s a few reasons I think you might like it too… The layout is gorgeous…. Read More
*Tutorial by Bessie @ Besserina for her win of the Knock-Off challenge* I created this version of Georgina Bedding from Anthropologie to fit a toddler bed. Sort of Anthropologie meets Posh Tots! Adjust the measurements if needed for your own personal use. Materials 1 white queen size sheet set (fitted sheet, flat sheet, 2 pillowcases) 4 4XL White Jersey T-Shirts… Read More
Craft your way into being the creepiest house on the block with this spooky skeleton Halloween wreath… There has been a lot of discussion around the house about whether Halloween should be fun (me) or creepy, scary, spooky. Creepy, scary and spooky is winning. Since last year’s Halloween wreath was made of feathers and glitter, it was pretty apparent a new, spookier wreath… Read More
Bloggers tend to concentrate on site traffic – it’s easy to quantify and report the number of visitors and page views received. However if you talk to the most successful bloggers, many will report that the interaction and loyal nature of their readers is far more important than traffic. Commenting is one of the number one ways bloggers can create… Read More
First off I have to apologize for being an idiot last week. I had my domain set up to auto re-register for me, but apparently it wasn’t so auto. Now I feel like an idiot for letting the blog expire for the day. Thank you all for putting up with me and being patient 🙂 Now, moving past my embarrassment…… Read More
Last week Heather posed a reader generated question on Crafterminds about commenting. The post generated a fair amount of discussion and really got me thinking about how to encourage readers to comment. Perhaps you’ve noticed that commenting is down? I have. There are a myriad of reasons blog commenting may be down – everything from the growing amount of media… Read More
There is quite a bit of buzz going around about easy ways to increase likes on your Facebook fan page. While I’m not going to get into the more sinister methods, and those who use them, I AM going to tell you a great way to increase them on your own – add an incentive. Back story: I’ve had downloads… Read More
I don’t know about you, but when I first learned about Google Analytics, I sort of became obsessed with my numbers and statistics. I was checking Analytics daily if not more frequently. All of the frenetic checking made me anxious about my blog’s growth, but it also taught me how to get the most out of the free tool. Today,… Read More
*Tutorial made by Randi @ Dukes and Duchesses for her win during the Upcycle challenge* I’m so pleased that the upcycled market bag was such a hit. Want to make your own? Here’s how. Find used t-shirts {about five} in a similar shade. I was fortunate to find a pile of old Scout troop shirts {thank you, Pack 77} that… Read More
*Made by Jill @ Made it on Monday for her win during the Sunshine challenge. You can see the matching Little Mister Suit tutorial here.* This little drop of sunshine for Round Six on SYTYC was inspired by a JCrew little girl dress (which, of course, is no longer available so I can’t show it to you) that cost $168…. Read More
*This tutorial was made by Kate @ See Kate Sew for her win during the Scraps Only challenge* For this project, you’re going to need a lot of different scraps, 50 of them. So just go over and PULL your scrap draw out. You can just throw them all over the floor for this one. And don’t weed out fabrics… Read More
*Project by Kim @ A Girl & A Glue Gun for the Ink challenge of Season 10* so ink had me stumped…i mean ink!? i had to come up with something or my husband was going to be getting a tattoo. so i made some printables…and used my printer INK to print them out…I shall call these…. and because i’m… Read More
*Project by Valerie @ Occasionally Crafty for the For the Boys challenge of season 14* If you are the mom of a boy, then it is likely that he is now or someday soon will be obsessed with Star Wars. If it hasn’t happened yet, prepare yourself–it most likely will. Even if you never show them the movies, somehow, they… Read More
*Tutorial by KoJo Designs for their win during the Hardware challenge* Our family loves maps. Everywhere we go, we collect a map. We use globes in all our decor and our girls would rather look at maps than have a bedtime story (seriously). For awhile now, there has been a huge blank space above our sofa in the living room…. Read More
*Tutorial by KoJo Designs for their win during the Recycled theme* Before we had kids, my husband and I would wander through boutiques and admire children’s toys. We were certain our someday playroom would house a toy chest filled with wooden toys, black apple dolls, handmade goodness and vintage finds- none of that plastic-y, character-y junk. Now that we have… Read More
*Project by Mandy @ SugarBee Craft Edition* I know that recycling has a lot to do with upcycling and repurposing, but when I hear the word “recycle” I think glass, paper, aluminum – you know, trash. And with Halloween coming up, the biggest trash will be all those candy wrappers laying around. Instead of throwing them out, make… Read More
*This tutorial is put together by Chica & Jo based on their winning project for our Costume theme* With Halloween fast approaching, it’s time once again to work on costumes. I learned last year while making Little Jo’s costume that fleece is a fantastic material to use on costumes, because it’s stretchy, warm, soft, forgiving, and doesn’t require hemming. I… Read More