This is Thanksgiving weekend in Canada and, as in the US, we traditionally eat turkey. I thought it would be fitting to have the polymer clay version as well so here’s a simple video tutorial to make a great turkey … Read More...
Tutorial: Folded Star Pumpkin hoop
Terri of A Creative Princess shares how she made this fun autumn decor. She used a folded star technique and fabric with pumpkins and several shades of orange. She adds this is a great stash burning project. Visit her blog … Read More...
Halloween Pumpkin Patch Kitty tutorial and pattern
What a darling little “Pumpkin Patch Felt Kitty” over at “styrofoam crafts”! There is a supply list and downloadable pattern. This kitty looks like there’s a frisky little feline hiding in the pumpkin patch. This fun felt and foam design … Read More...
Tutorial: Neat Finish Window Pouch with no raw edges
Niki from Roonie Ranching shows how to make her Neat Finish Window Pouch with no raw edges showing. It’s a zippered pouch with a clear window on the front so you can see what’s inside. She constructs it so there … Read More...
Binding: Your 1st Quilt tutorial series
If you’ve wondered how to pick out the right binding for a quilt, head on over to Sarah Quilts where she shares some of her secrets. In addition, she walks you through her method of sewing it on combining machine … Read More...
How to make branch candle holders
I love sets of things and especially the simplicity of just changing the size of something a bit but keeping the same material. You too? Pop on over to the blog With A Blast to see how to make a … Read More...
Eye of Newt
Oh Halloween. It makes the best of mums come up with the worst of candy ideas (in a how-cool-are-these way).
These eye of newt candies are so gross that I have trouble looking at them – yet they are so … Read More...
DIY Facial – Pumpkin & Yogurt
Do you have a little extra pumpkin pulp lying around? Don’t throw it unless you intend to throw it onto your face. This delicious Yogurt and Pumpkin Facial is from Michelle Pino spa manager at Skana an upscale spa located … Read More...
Halloween Temporary Tattoos: Holly & Company
If you’re looking to add a little Halloween spirit to your day, then a temporary tattoo is a perfect way to go. Holly of Holly & Company used the Silhouette Tattoo paper to create these adorable Halloween themed temporary tattoos… Read More...
Quick Parties – Summer Tables
I love that these table setting ideas ooze Summer but what I love more is that they are so quick to put together. We all know sometimes “Simple” just works and this is definitely one of those times. Outdoor picnics … Read More...
Googly Eye Trick-or-Treat Tote Bag for Halloween
I found this cute tote “Googly Eye Trick-or-Treat Tote Bag” on BH&G and I think it is so cute and something you and your kids can make together. They have complete instructions and a supply list.
Fall Felt Series: Felt and Suede Clutch Tutorial
Shannon and Jen of “eat-sleep-make” hopes everyone has enjoyed all of their projects from the Fall Felt Series this year! They had fun getting creative with felt and coming up with some new ideas for fall outside of the typical … Read More...
Tutorial: Draft Buster to keep cold air out
Drafty windows and doors are a major source of heat loss in your house. Sew4Home shows how you can sew a Draft Buster to stop the cool air from seeping in under your door. It’s a quick project you can … Read More...
Inspiration: Pattern Paper Gift Wrap
Don’t have any wrapping paper to wrap up a gift? No problem, run to your pattern paper stash and use some pretty scrapbooking paper to wrap it up. Here’s a pretty Fall example from May Flaum.
-Heather
Outdoor Halloween Decoration: Flying Bat Wreath tutorial
This awesome fun “Flying Bat Wreath” Halloween project is on HGTV’s web site with a complete tutorial. Easily craft this sculptural Halloween wreath that resembles bats taking flight with craft foam, floral wire, felt and yarn.
Deby tells why, when, and how to press your seams
Did you know that an iron is one of your most important sewing tools? Pressing seams is often the difference between a project that looks “right” and one that looks “homemade”. Deby from Sew So Easy devotes a blog post … Read More...
Project: Stamped Pumpkin Card
Find a video tutorial over on the Gina K. blog showing how to color this stunning pumpkin card.
-Heather
Tutorial | Recycled DIY Pocket Notebook
Make yourself a cute and handy pocket notebook using stuff you have lying around. Vanessa at Cafe Craftea shows you how she made hers using cereal boxes, notebook paper and a hair elastic. Plus a neat tip for covering … Read More...
Make a Fall Leaf Pillow in Minutes! Tutorial
Amy is mama of four, wife to her high-school sweetheart, and creative enthusiast; hosts “Positively Splendid” has this “Fall Leaf Pillow” Tutorial to bring the colors of the season into your home. Amy wanted to share this super quick and … Read More...
Fall Felt Series: Hooded Dragon Cape Tutorial
Day 3: From “East Sleep Make” has this great Pictorial tutorial for us and it is a hooded dragon cape. Jennifer’s son hates to wear costumes, so she made him a cape with a hood instead! The felt is … Read More...