This napkin ring tutorial from Merriment Design is fabric scrap-happy and recyclicioius. The base of the napkin ring is a section cut from a thick cardboard tube (e.g., Saran Wrap tube). The fabric covers can easily be cut from you scrap…
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12 Warm Winter Hats to Sew for Kids
Being outside in the cold is no fun when your ears are cold! Keep winter outdoor play fun (and warm) with cute hats the kids can wear to keep warm. We’ve collected up 12 warm winter hats to sew for … Read More...
40+ Hot Pads You Can Sew For The Kitchen
This list of sewing patterns and sewing tutorials is for Hot pads for the kitchen. Hot pads are great for anyone who is starting out sewing or has limited time to sew.
Hot pads, also known as trivets or pot … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt stove kitchen play mat
Kids love play kitchens, but they’re expensive and they can take up a lot of room. If you don’t want to spend the money or you live in a small space, or you just want a play kitchen that you … Read More...
Freebie & Tutorial | DIY Tie Father’s Day Decorations
These freebies and tutorials from Merriment Design, will have you and the kids crafting up some fun decorations for Fathe’rs Day. Use the template to create napkin rings, buntings and a Father’s Day card all with a colorful tie theme.… Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew football onesie
Kathy from Merriment Design shows how you can make this football onesie, with no sewing required. All you need is a brown onesie, some ribbon, and some fusible webbing. So cute! And perfect for Superbowl parties!
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Felt leaf napkin rings and place cards for Thanksgiving
Kathy of “Merriment Design” has simple & clever craft ideas for us like her “Felt leaf napkin rings and place cards” that are so professional looking. Kathy has a pattern for the leaves in several formats PSD, power point and … Read More...
Tutorial: Kids’ watercolor paint box Halloween costume
Kathy from Merriment Design shares a tutorial at DIY Network showing how you can make this watercolor paint box Halloween costume for a kid. The costume includes a paint box jumper, a beret, and a giant paintbrush. It’s an easy … Read More...
Tutorial: Trick or treat bag with a Velcro spider web
Merriment Design shows how to make a trick or treat bag with a Velcro spider web embellishment. It’s a sturdy tote bag, fully lined, with boxed corners. The bottom has a plastic (or cardboard) insert to help it hold its … Read More...
Homemade Teabags with Heart Cookies
I’m no stranger to the homemade tea bag. Or to cookie tea bags. But these handsewn teabags tied to heart cookies… that’s everything all in one in tea n’ cookie perfection. Not to mention the practical side effect … Read More...
How to make recycled plastic packaging plant markers
Thanks to Kathy of the blog Merriment Design for sending in a link to her post where she features a great tutorial on how to make recycled packaging plant markers.
Looking for more garden marker ideas? Check these out … Read More...
Tutorial: Gathering fabric to create ruffles
Kathy from Merriment Design guest blogs at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to gather fabric to create ruffles. Her method is the same one I have used for years. Get the tute.
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Valentine’s Day Felt Heart Pocket Bracelet & Mini-Purse for Kids
What a cute project for any girl for a Valentine’s Day treat! Kathy of Merriment Design created these darling little purses for toddlers and tweens “Hearts is the theme of two easy Valentine’s Day gifts perfect for spoiling the … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby burp cloths with loops for toys and pacifiers
Head over to Merriment Design to find out how to make this burp cloth that also helps keep toys and paci’s off of the floor and right where you need them. The fabric strip stitched down the middle makes it … Read More...
Free pattern: Sunshine and Rainbow costume for babies
Merriment Design shares a free pattern for making this super sweet Sunshine and Rainbow costume for babies. It’s sized for a baby approximately 1 year old, but it could be adjusted up or down as needed. Get the free pattern… Read More...
Tutorial: Play blanket with pockets, tags, and loops
Kathy from Merriment Design shares a tutorial for making this travel play blanket for the wee ones in your house. This one blanket can provide hours of entertainment with no loose pieces to lose. Ribbon tags stick out from the … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a thread catcher pincushion
Kathy from Merriment Design shows how to make a handy thread catcher pincushion that you can hang off the side of your sewing table. Brilliant! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Merriment Design]
[via Prudent Baby]
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Tutorial: Napkin rings from cardboard tubes and fabric scraps
This napkin ring tutorial from Merriment Design is fabric scrap-happy and recyclicioius. The base of the napkin ring is a section cut from a thick cardboard tube (e.g., Saran Wrap tube). The fabric covers can easily be cut from you … Read More...
35 Christmas Gnomes To Crochet
The holiday season is a time of joy, merriment, and, for many, a return to cherished traditions. Among these traditions is the art of crafting, where imagination and skill unite to create heartfelt and memorable decorations. As the days grow … Read More...
11+ Handmade Card Ideas with Sewing and Stitching plus Freebies
Imagine the joy of receiving a handmade card adorned with intricate sewing and stitching details. As you explore the 11+ creative ideas presented by Heather Holbrook, you’ll uncover a treasure trove of inspiration to elevate your card-making skills. The added … Read More...