Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial for making this zip up wallet. It has plenty of pockets on the inside to hold everything that needs keeping up with. Small pockets hold credit cards or ID, and a large … Read More...
Project: Latch Card
This lovely card was designed by Dina Kowal for Splitcoast Stampers. The small circle on the card is a latch that holds the front flap of the card closed. Find detailed directions, an alternative project and a video tutorial for … Read More...
Tutorial: Continuous Prairie Points
Some tutorials are so good they are worth revisiting. Madame Samm revisits one done by guest blogger Penny of sewtakeahike. She shared her easy technique of making continuous prairie points. This is a traditional way to finish a quilt, and … Read More...
A 2 Minute Twisted Bracelet – Perfect For Kids or Adults!
Are you trying to find some fun craft projects that you and your kids can enjoy together? This twisted bracelet tutorial is perfect for both adults and kids of all ages. Tweens and teens can handle this one on their … Read More...
Make Your Own Wine Box (great for a wedding or Father’s Day gift!)
I’m sure you know exactly what I mean when I say that there is nothing quite like receiving a gift that is hand made. The time and thought that goes into a homemade gift gives it that extra special touch … Read More...
Tutorial: How to print layered PDF sewing patterns
More and more multi-size PDF sewing patterns are offering a layered option that allows you to print only the sizes you need. No more trying to figure which line to follow when cutting it out! Hallelujah! Deb from So Sew … Read More...
DIY Simple Paper Flowers
Are you looking for an easy craft to entertain your kiddos? Rachel and Alison are always posting good ideas on their blog, Adventures in Making. They have got a fun tutorial on how to make the Simplest Paper Flowers ever.… Read More...
Tips for tangle-free hand sewing
Nothing is more frustrating when hand sewing as your thread getting all knotted and tangled. Now you’ve got to stop and either pick out the tangle or worse, find a way to end the thread and just cut it out … Read More...
Free Pattern: Scrunch Top for little girls
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shares a free pattern at Fabric Worm for making her little girls’ Scrunch Top. It’s a short sleeve A-line knit top. Elastic shirring at just above the waist scrunches it in and gives it … Read More...
A Kid Can Make This Pom-Pom Rug
Honestly, how adorable and easy is this Pom-Pom rug?
All you need are some pom-poms, an actual rug and a glue gun. And voila! You have yourself a beautifully decorated rug.
Of course, you need to be careful with kids … Read More...
Project: Alter a Bottle with Stamping
Transform a plain bottle into a work of art in just a few steps. Paint the bottle with acrylic paint then stamp and color images all over white tissue paper, cover the bottle with the stamped tissue and then seal. … Read More...
Shadow Box Shrines DIY
The fabulous Mark Montano shares how to make funky shadow box shrines with recycled cardboard and dollar store frames. I think this would be a fun idea for Father’s Day if you switch out the photo, to maybe one of … Read More...
Monster Party Mini Cushion Cross Stitch Kit
Get the party started with this Monster themed mini cushion cross-stitch kit which includes all that you need to invite Dracula, Frankenstein’s monster, a werewolf and a mummy!
This is such a cool kit (but sadly, not free).
Get it … Read More...
Simple Cacti Embroidery Box
Amy from Delineate your Dwelling is sharing a how to create a Simple Cacti Embroidery Box. Cacti are really trendy right now and I think this box is super cute.
Amy says: “I actually shared that I learned how to … Read More...
The Most Adorable Baby Lamb Crochet Hat
A sweet and fuzzy baby lamb hat for your little ones! This free pattern is via Repeat Crafter Me here while the photo above is by Stephanie.
Stephanie says:
… Read More...The pattern itself works up very quickly, and the bobble stitches
Natural Sunscreen Using Tea For Summer
Summer is here! Yay!
But it also means lots and lots of sunscreen for those endless outdoor summer days!
So it’s a little bit of relief to realize that you can make sunscreen at home using Tea (and of course … Read More...
DIY Miniature Shoes
Since the last post was about handbags here are some beautiful, detailed miniature shoes to go with it. The detail involved in these beats the little extra fashion doll shoes I would make my daughter as she lost hers. Make … Read More...
Free Printable – Handmade Labels
Protect and present your hand made work with these free printable bag toppers bu Lynn B. Each Topper has a fancy pair of scissors on and comes in assorted colors. Perfect for adding the finishing touch to your work or … Read More...
DIY Cookie Stand using a Pirouline Tin
I post a recycled Pirouline tin craft every month on my own blog, Punk Projects. This month I decided to combine a pirouline tin with a glass dish that I picked up at the thrift store to create a small, … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy Gift Box
Turn a piece of cardstock and some pattern paper into a wonderful gift box. The Some Odd Girl stamps blog has cutting, scoring and folding directions for making this quick and easy box. Add some stamped images to the front … Read More...