Sometimes it’s okay to care only about appearances. Like when you’re making a pair of pants and you want the look of a zipper fly, but there’s really no need for one. Instead of spending the time to make a … Read More...
Make Your Own Rosary Bead
Looking for a jewelry making project to do this weekend? Why not gather supplies to make this beautiful Rosary Bead. I like how the designer used wire and pearl beads. It is a refreshing change from the wooden rosary beads … Read More...
Washi Tape Bangle Tutorial
Who likes bangles? I do! In this tutorial Kadie shows how easy it is to make a trendy bangle using washi tape! I like how the bracelet looks like it is covered in fabric, but it isn’t! Read all about … Read More...
Free pattern: Girl’s Everyday Raglan Dress
Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a pattern and tutorial for making her Everyday Raglan Dress for a girl. The dress is based on a raglan sleeve t-shirt, with the hem exteded and flared to make it an A-line dress. The … Read More...
how to make a no sew recycled fabric heart decoration
Got fabric scraps? Who doesn’t? Really? Well here is a cute project that looks like one of those for the end of the day or to keep little hands busy. Pop on over to the blog Hope And Glory for … Read More...
DIY Pom Pom Shoe Clips
Pretty chiffon pom poms add a lovely accent to your wedding shoes, and they are a breeze to make with this tutorial from Bridal Musings! Chiffon is available in a variety of colors, so it’s easy to customize this … Read More...
Tutorial: Image Transfers for Your Doodles
Amy of This Heart of Mine sent me the link to her image transfer tutorial. As far as image transfers go, this one is basic. The approach, however, is both sweet and perfect. She uses a simple contact transfer … Read More...
Tutorial: Pocket tote with leather trim
This tote by Bev from Flamingo Toes is awesome! It’s roomy with plenty of pockets. (I love me a boxy bag!) And made from home dec weight fabric, it’s a sturdy bag, too. And it’s stylish. Check out the leather … Read More...
Back to Schoolgirl Pattern
Sew Lovely Embroidery posted the free pattern this embroidery is based on recently – it is lovely and I didn’t want you to miss out on it! It is a back-to-school design and while most kids are back in school … Read More...
End Table Makeover
This is a very thrifty and modern revamp of a side table by Sarah from whiletheysnooze.blogspot.com.
And all it took was some paint! I also love the fact that she has pictures of her kids doing all the hard work … Read More...
Repurposed Card Catalog
Taking a year to make this repurposed card catalog is surely the longest DIY project in history?
But who cares – when the end result is so useful!
The original card catalog was cut in half and then repurposed, primed … Read More...
Halloween Felt Owl Vases; Tutorial
Trish and Bonnie are the girls behind “Uncommon Designs” and they are sister-in-laws, wives and mothers. They love sewing; decorating for holidays, planning and decorating for parties, home decor. They really have some great Halloween tutorials for us and the … Read More...
Savory Sandwich Cake Recipe
Perfect for an afternoon tea party – or for the holidays – this sandwich cake recipe taken from an old 1959 book ticks all the boxes for being creative and wholesome.
It is called Smörgåstårta aka Swedish Sandwich Cake and … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY armchair slipcover
Got an ugly armchair? Justine at Sew Country Chick shows how you can make a slipcover to make it pretty again. As an added bonus, you can remove the slipcover when it needs a good laundering. (Definitely a plus when … Read More...
DIY Paper Feather Wedding Lamps
Making these glamorous feather lampshades only requires 6 steps, but they will add stylish impact to your wedding decor! Get the tutorial and all the details at Confetti Day Dreams.
Tutorial: Allie Skirt, a drop waist gathered skirt
Allison from Freshly Completed shows how to make her Allie skirt, a drop waist gathered skirt made from knit fabric. I love this skirt! That’s because, being a pear shaped girl, I can tell you that this style of skirt … Read More...
DIY Chevron Table Runner
Nothing says modern wedding like a bold, graphic chevron! Alyssa of Belle Journee Events stitched up this stylish runner for a wedding tablescape and shared the tutorial at Apple Brides. The beauty of a project like this is that … Read More...
Rabbit goes another direction for quilt borders
Rachael of Rachael Rabbit has a unique way to frame her blocks & quilts. Instead of sides, then top+bottom, she goes top+side+bottom+side. Did y’all get that? She demos her technique on her blog post. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial | Birthday Card With A Surprise
I love this cute handmade birthday card by Eleanna. Not only will you learn how to make the adorable embellishment on the front, but there is a special surprise when the card is opened! Click here to see more.
DIY Denim Cocktail Ring
There are numerous tutorials for upcycling your old blue jeans into trendy accessories, whether it be potholders or purses. This tutorial introduces a new use for denim, jewelry! In this tutorial you will learn how to create a trendy Blue … Read More...
