Ann from On Sutton Place shows how you can make this tie top throw pillow cover. The ties at the top make the closure for the cover. She uses twill tape but you could also use ribbon. It would make … Read More...
DIY Paper Apple Blossom Branches
Lia Griffith creates the most gorgeous paper blooms, and generously shares her instructions for them on her blog. These apple blossom branches would be so beautiful for centerpieces or garlands at a bridal shower or wedding. Get all the … Read More...
Felted Cat Cave Tutorial
Does your mom love her Cat? If the answer is yes; then you should make her one of these adorable “Cat Caves” from “Lisa’s felted art”! She decided that cats like to sleep on top of bookcases and shelves so … Read More...
How to embroider a plastic flower pot
I simply love finding new surfaces to stitch on and that is just what Maria sent in. Check out the blog Infinity Blend for a a great tutorial on how to stitch on a plastic flower pot. I can’t … Read More...
Stunning String Bowl
Tutsplus.com used to be a site for tutorials on programming. No more. They have now branched into making tutorials for crafts.
And one beautiful craft tutorial is the one on making a gorgeous string bowl for your home, that … Read More...
Video tutorial: Clean finish lined bodice with no hand sewing
Believe it or not, you can create a lined sleeveless bodice with no raw edges and a clean finish on the neck and arm holes, without having to resort to any hand sewing. Colette Patterns shares a video tutorial on … Read More...
5 Minute DIY: No-Sew Decorative Pillow Cover
The tutorial comes from “Creature Comforts! The design and lifestyle blog”! If you have some dated pillows on hand try this “No-Sew Decorative Pillow Cover” and add some sparkle to any room. The founder and editor-in-chief, Ez Pudewa has been … Read More...
Tutorial | Mixed Media Scrapbook Page Background
Ashley Calder at Things That Shine made this mixed media background for her scrapbook page using old book pages, gesso, watercolor crayons and other scrapbooking supplies. In her video tutorial she shows you how she created this background, which … Read More...
Easy DIY mother’s day gift wraps + free printable
MELISSA of “Melissa Camara Wilkins” has the most adorable felt “mother’s day gift wrap” for you and the kids to make. She has complete instructions for us to follow and these are so sweet. Thanks Melissa for sharing this sweet … Read More...
Mother’s Day Gifts clothespin refrigerator magnets clips
These are the cutest gifts for mom created by preschooler. You get complete instructions and a supply list. I love the clothespin holding the little boys pictures. Get your tutorial for this “clothespin refrigerator magnets clip” from “kleas” and I … Read More...
Freebie and Project: DVD Envelope
The Joyful Daisy blog has a tutorial and free pattern to download for a DVD sized envelope. This would also be great for square shaped cards!
-Heather
Garage Ceiling Storage Idea Instructions
I have been, for quite some time, looking for the instructions to this ceiling storage idea that I have seen countless times on Pinterest. And today is the day that I can safely say I have found the perfect instructions … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make fabric yo-yos using a yo-yo making tool
Deanna from Sew McCool shows how you can sew gathered fabric yo-yos using a special yo-yo making tool. The tool she uses is the same one I use to make my own fabric yo-yos. Fabric yo-yos are my go-to take … Read More...
Earth Cake with Candy Rock Core
Happy Earth Day!
Beth at Hungry Happenings created this awesome earth cake with candy rocks inside. I’m not sure I will try to make this, but it is definitely an edible work of art perfect for Earth Day.
If you … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt Key Fobs
Karin of “Leigh Laurel Studios” has this fun and easy-to-make “Felt Key Fobs” that make terrific teacher’s gifts, Mother’s Day presents and stocking stuffers. Karin Jordan blogs out of New Hampshire and is a wife and mother of two children. … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a man’s vest
Melissa from EcoArmoire shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to sew a man’s vest. I’m loving the seersucker she used on the one she made! A classic vest like this can dress up a button up shirt … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric storage baskets with rope handles
Crystal from Stitched By Crystal shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It showing how to make fabric storage baskets with rope handles. at the sides make it easy to tote them where you need. Use them to organize … Read More...
Project: Teacher Note Pad
Thank a teacher! Turn a clear picture frame into a cute stamped sticky note pad holder, it’s a perfect teacher gift. Find detailed directions over on the Inking Aloud blog.
-Heather
Show & Tell | Mixed Media Cards
SimSim at Buttons and Paint shares some mixed media cards she recently made that would be lovely to send to friends for Spring or for Mother’s Day. She explained her inspirations and the techniques she used. Click here to see … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew teacher appreciation banner
Eighteen25 shows how you can make this fun teacher appreciation banner, no sewing required. The flags are made from craft felt and assembled with fabric glue. The letters are easily made from heat transfer vinyl. You could also make this … Read More...