Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a free pattern for making these footed baby pants. The knit pants have feet sewn into the bottom so there’s no trying to keep socks on wriggly baby feet. Her free pattern will fit a … Read More...
Hand Printed Table Runner DIY
Elsie and Emma of “a beautiful mess” created this simple, tribal-inspired table runner for Emma’s home. Their DIY for “Hand Printed Table Runner” looks easy to make and the look is neat! They have an excellent picture filled tutorial. Thanks … Read More...
Project: Octopus Card with Stamps and Sprays
How awesome is this new clear stamp from Some Odd Girl called Mr. Octopus?! Visit their blog for loads of cute samples using him along with a video tutorial showing how to make this fun card using ink sprays. (Scroll … Read More...
Embroidered Felt Button Basket Pillow Top
The pattern and instructions for this pretty “Felt Button Basket Pillow Top” came from “craft ideas” and this would make such a lovely addition to your spring décor. There is a downloadable pattern with supply list.
21 Cooking tips that will help you
Like most click-bait articles, this is as bad as they get. And if you have been on the Internet for at least a year, you have probably seen most of them. Even then, it is worthwhile to see all these … Read More...
DIY Mother’s Day Gifts
This round up by CraftFoxes is perfect for inspiration. If you’re a sewer or just a general creative soul then these ideas are sure to inspire you. I Love the wreath as it is bright full of color but somehow … Read More...
Party Ideas – Captain America
This Captain America Party is probably just as much for the big boys as it is for the little ones. With some my grown up food choices this party would be fit for a 40 year old as well as … Read More...
Tutorial: Stamped Clay
Clay goes so well with all sorts of other tools including stamps, inks, paints and powders and it’s fun to see what crafters from other mediums do with them and clay. Chrystel pulls out a little of her stash of … Read More...
Tutorial: Envelope style diaper or nappy pouch
Wen from What’s Mummy Up To shows how to make an envelope-style diaper pouch. She’s made it big enough to hold three toddler-sized diapers and a flat pack of wipes. It’s fully lined and has a boxed bottom. If you’ve … Read More...
Tutorial: Drawstring jewelry pouch and mat
Palak from Make It Handmade shows how you can make a beautiful drawstring pouch to hold your jewelry or small cosmetics. When opened, it flattens out to make a round mat to hold your pretties or make-up while getting ready. … Read More...
Tutorial: “Read in Style” wood and fabric bookmarks
You can “read in style” with these cute fabric and wood bookmarks. Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial showing how to make them. A painted wood cutout – the glasses that she used are A-DORABLE!! – makes the top … Read More...
Heart lace t-shirt Tutorial (Mom’s Day easy)
Create this stylish t-shirt “Heart lace t-shirt Tutorial” for yourself or someone you love like mom. All it takes is a little lace and a lot of heart. This comes from Michaels and you can shop online now 🙂 With … Read More...
DIY Knock off Pottery Barn Kids Flower Garland
Jodi of “Meaningful Mama” is a wife and Mother of Three. Jodi’s idea is a Knock Off from “DIY Pottery Barn Kids Flower Garland”! Her daughter’s birthday party was coming and she wanted a spring party. Jodi came across this … Read More...
Cake Batter Milkshakes
Let them drink cake…
I must admit, I probably bake more, when I’m alone, so I can lick the batter from the bowl and whisks. I know evil!
Thanks to Elsie and Emma at A Beautiful Mess, I no longer … Read More...
Tutorial: Sixty Minute Split Strip Quilt Top
Waited to the very last weekend to whip up a gift quilt for someone? Rachael Dorr comes to our rescue, with a tutorial for a quick project – using a split strip technique – which certainly does not look fast. … Read More...
Andrea’s 5 tips for prewashing fabric
The very very first step in any sewing project, at least ones making something that might one day see the inside of a washing machine, is to prewash your fabric. I know, no fun, right? But… you don’t want to … Read More...
Wool Pincushions Tutorial
BH&G has this pretty “Wool Pincushions Tutorial” for Mother’s Day gift giving. They have a pattern and instruction on how to make it. Try your hand at these three quick-to-make pincushion projects.
Textured String Bracelets Tutorial
These Tutorial come from Martha Stewart suggesting leftover string from crafts projects to make textured bracelets. Enjoy!
5 Creative ways to utilize small interiors
Do you live in a small apartment or a cozy home with limited space? If so, you know how challenging it can be to create a functional and stylish living space. But don’t worry, we have compiled a list of … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a layered sheer inset to a bodice
Bernadette from daisies and dresses shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to add a layered sheer inset to a bodice. This is such a pretty detail! The lace layered over the bodice fabric gives the look of … Read More...