Updated 9/2024 to remove broken links. One of the most popular mandala posts on this website is the DIY Mandala Tutorials that I shared with you all in February of 2015. As a result, I knew we needed more! While those mandala tutorials are still amazing, there are also some other really great tutorials that […]

  Oh my wow these are just the cutest things since sliced bread! I originally saw this doll tutorial on Pinterest but I had to share it with you here! These little dolls would make a beautiful addition to any little girl’s room. The fabric would be what makes the ‘feel’ of the bunting change. […]

Journal cover tutorials aren’t hard to come by. But a good one with that oh so helpful tip on how to fix one that didn’t turn out just right is magic! Rachel leads you through step by step to complete these snazzy composition book covers over at StitchedInColor. Her tutorial is well put together and […]

The Ollivander’s Apprentice Wand Tutorial leads you through making these adorable wands that any little Harry Potter fan would love to have! “The wand chooses the wizard, Mr. Potter. It’s not always clear why. But I think it is clear, that you will do great things.“— Ollivander to Harry Potter And these wands chose me! […]

These melted crayon canvas images are all over the internet these days. They have been for some time but with Pinterest it seems the images flow so much more easily these days! The only two ingredients for this smashing artwork is crayons and canvas. It’s easy enough for a little one to be a part […]

This is probably the easiest tutorial I’ve ever seen AND it uses my favorite glue! It’s also one of those that make you go, duh! Head on over to ilovetocreate.com and check out this adorable Nuts & Bolts Frame that could EASILY be made from recycled materials only and a complete craft for just the kids […]

What a great idea! Going to add this to our art time and see if Kaitlynn can complete one! View Origami Bracelet Tutorial Here    ijourney1018 {@} gmail {dot} com meandmyinkpen {@} gmail {dot} com About Me : Buy Me Coffee! : Get My Badge! My Projects : My Artwork Digital Bullet Journal Install Instructions […]

I can’t wait to do this with Kaitlynn! She will be so excited! View Sharpie Tie Dye Tutorial Here    ijourney1018 {@} gmail {dot} com meandmyinkpen {@} gmail {dot} com About Me : Buy Me Coffee! : Get My Badge! My Projects : My Artwork Digital Bullet Journal Install Instructions My Shop On Etsy My […]

In the middle of renovating our new house and my attention is drawn to these DIY tips that save me money and make my little one happy! I’m seeing the closet doors getting painted in chalk paint! View DIY Chalkboard Paint Any Color Tutorial Here    ijourney1018 {@} gmail {dot} com meandmyinkpen {@} gmail {dot} […]

Okay well there’s not MUCH of a tutorial but of course there isn’t much of one needed! Marten just describes the things used  to make the above and many more little robots. Either way I suggest looking at them all and getting left with your jaw hanging open! By the way there’s a link right […]

This is just amazing and I can’t wait to make one for Kaitlynn! It’s essentially free and she’ll have a blast playing with it! View Jellyfish In A Bottle Tutorial Here    ijourney1018 {@} gmail {dot} com meandmyinkpen {@} gmail {dot} com About Me : Buy Me Coffee! : Get My Badge! My Projects : […]

Urban Threads is my all time favorite site! They have cool and unusual embroidery patterns that are available for machine embroidery OR hand embroidery. Since I’m a hand stitcher, this makes me very happy to have such awesome patterns to choose from. Something else they offer is free patterns and free tutorials for various items. […]

I don’t have multiple kids, but with a little modification this could be scaled down for just one too! View Tutorial Here    ijourney1018 {@} gmail {dot} com meandmyinkpen {@} gmail {dot} com About Me : Buy Me Coffee! : Get My Badge! My Projects : My Artwork Digital Bullet Journal Install Instructions My Shop […]

Heather’s DIY Baby Growth Chart at WhipperBerry.Com is an amazing idea! Kaitlynn is getting one as soon as I make a trip to WalMart for another spool of webbing! View Tutorial Here    ijourney1018 {@} gmail {dot} com meandmyinkpen {@} gmail {dot} com About Me : Buy Me Coffee! : Get My Badge! My Projects […]

What a clever idea! This is a wonderful way to put the power into your child’s hand and show them how to face fears.. it’s all about the tools. PrettyPrudent.Com really get kudos for this adorable idea! View Tutorial Here    ijourney1018 {@} gmail {dot} com meandmyinkpen {@} gmail {dot} com About Me : Buy […]