Disney from Ruffles and Stuff shows how she made a slipcover for a worn out ottoman. It’s a simple cover that fits over the ottoman, easily removed for washing or to flip it the other way. ‘Cause it’s reversible, too! … Read More...
Video tutorial: Geometric cut out dress back
Sylvia at Dare to DIY shares a video tutorial showing how she created a geometric cut out back on a dress she bought. If you want to do this, you’ll need a dress that doesn’t have a zipper down the … Read More...
Freebie: House Digital Stamp
The Alley Way has this cute house digi stamp to download free, click here to grab it.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps? Check out the digital stamps at Design Bundle
How to Make a Funky Felt Crow (a video tutorial) and pattern
Candace Jedrowicz is a contributor on “Fave Crafts” and has created many tutorials for them. Her video is on “Cool2Craft Videos” and she used the pattern from “Myrtle and Eunice” and you can download it! All you need to assemble … Read More...
Free pattern: Little girl’s knot dress
Lindsay from The Cottage Mama shares a free pattern for making a little girl’s knot dress. The pattern is the same one as her Summer Picnic Dress, though adapted to give it adjustable knotted straps. Her free pattern comes … Read More...
Apple Pie Cocktail
On my to do list: Become a master cocktail mixer. Also, learn to garden and become fluent in French. Guess I better get busy. Because a hot apple pie cocktail sounds delicious. Oh, I’ll also be a master of the … Read More...
Tutorial: Ombre alphabet tote bag
Guess what Jennifer Perkins used to create this alphabet ombre design on a tote bag? Spray fabric paints and foam alphabet stickers! Yes!! How cute would this be on a pair of kid’s skinnies! Go to the I Love To … Read More...
Tip: Clouds with Copics
The sun is shining, the clouds are out so it’s the perfect time to incorporate that into your stamping! Tracy’s Stamping Corner will show you how to make pretty fluffy clouds with Copic Markers.
-Heather
Vintage Chipped Teacup Candles
Just a Smidgen converted some chipped old tea cups into lovely candles in just a few easy steps. See how she did it here.
“Grilled Cheese” Dessert
This yummy strawberry, cream cheese frosting and pound cake, toasted-to-perfection, dessert looks just like a grilled cheese sandwich and has the same benefits: Ease of eating without a knife and fork. … Read More...
Plastic Easter Eggs Turned Candy-Filled Cookie Sombreros
You know those piles of plastic Easter eggs you still having sitting around? (I’m looking at my pile right now.) Keep them around for Cinco de Mayo. Check out this oh-so-smart idea to turn them into candy-filled sombrero cookie hats. … Read More...
Literary Tree Houses – Natural State Treehouses
Tree houses are a beautiful childhood tradition that encourages kids to get outside, imagine, and explore. But Natural State Treehouses takes that to a new level, merging a love of books with a love of outdoor play space to create … Read More...
Tutorial: Folded paper boat vinyl clutch purse
Aimee from Clones n Clowns shows how to make a vinyl purse that looks like the paper boats you used to fold as a child. I love this!!! The design was inspired by a Moschino bag she spied on a … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple felt gadget sleeve
Lana Red shows how to make a simple felt pouch for a hard drive, phone, or any other small gadget that might need protecting. The sewing is super simple. An extra layer of felt gives it a pop of color … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s overalls dress
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a tutorial over at The Ribbon Retreat showing how to make a little girl’s dress out of a pair of outgrown overalls. Go to her tutorial.
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Free pattern: Little girl panties
Mama Nene from Serger Pepper has a free pattern for making little girl panties. She uses fabric from old knit clothing, with fold-over elastic to bind the edges. Her pattern will fit a child 4-5 years old. If you need … Read More...
Love This Look!
Sara over at Creative Jewish Mom has created another winning pattern for us. It is smashing looking – better IMO as a table topper than as a rug – and she even gives us her own free pattern to … Read More...
Project: Stamped Barrette
This lovely hair barrette looks like porcelain but it’s actual stamped shrink plastic! Amazing! Visit The Bright Side of Life for directions on making one of these to wear yourself.
-Heather
Princess Party – Glitter Lace Crowns
If your planning a Princess party then be sure to add this tutorial for DIY Glitter lace Crowns to your activity lists. These dainty crowns are perfect for a princess party and a great alternative to store bought plastic … Read More...
Beads of Courage at The Mandrel
This is such short notice but for those of you bead makers in the Southern California area there will be bead making a plenty over at The Mandrel in Torrance for Beads of Courage. The event is from 11-3 … Read More...