Wow, check these out- you can make a wearable version of Cinderella’s glass slippers with unexpected materials. Mark Montano posted these on his blog and I had to share them with you! I think these would be perfect to make … Read More...
Tip: Masking off Stencils
If you have a large pattern stencil you can mask off sections of it and make your own shapes and designs. Just like Amy from Stamp -N- Paradise did. Using a low tack tape like blue painters tap is a … Read More...
Wedding plans include a quilt
Engaged. That’s the news Megan of Canoe Ridge Creations shared with her readers today. And, as part of the celebration, she’s making her first Double Wedding Ring quilt. This fall the knot is tied, so I think her color choices … Read More...
DIY Galaxy Lights
Katie from Running with a Glue Gun guest posted on my blog, Punk Projects with a fabulous tutorial. I’m hoping that your not getting tried of the galaxy trend yet because I still love it, and I love these galaxy … Read More...
Tutorial: Mini Scrap Quilt
Amy of Diary of a Quilter made this mini quilt from leftover scraps from other sewing and quilting projects. Measuring a mere 15″ square, not only is this thrifty, but it will sew up fast too. She shares on her … Read More...
Tutorial: Shirred fabric layered waistband
Denise from DIY Crush shares a tutorial for making a pretty shirred fabric layered waistband. The waistband is shirred before it’s applied to the dress. A ruffle at the bottom of the waistband gives it a layered look. She shows … Read More...
20 Crafts You Will Not Believe Are Made From Items At The Dollar Store
We all love to craft, that’s why we love this site. However, we also love to be able to save a little money while perusing our hobbies, and this post from the blog Little Red Window shows us 20 crafts … Read More...
Beautiful Display Ideas To Sell Your Jewelry
Do you like to sell your handmade jewelry at craft shows? A boutique or craft show can be a great way to get the word out of your business name and also to get a lot of sales all … Read More...
DIY: Paper Heart Cards with Flower Seeds Inside
Alison from Adventures in Making is such a talented crafter, and is always posting good ideas! This time she shares how to make your own handmade paper cards, with flower seeds inside. So when you plant the paper flowers will … Read More...
An inexpensive but effective fabric marking tool
Fabric marking pens are expensive, y’all. At least the ones you find on the notions wall at the fabric store. Lauren from Pattern Workshop and Baste and Gather shares her fabric marking pen find. They’re inexpensive, widely available, and come … Read More...
5 Crafts That Could Lead To Surgery
Let’s set aside the obvious things that end in trips to the emergency room.
Hands cut whilst glass cutting for Lead lighting or other crafts.
Fingers caught in vices whilst clamping jewellery pieces or wood tables together.
Burns to hands, … Read More...
Free Design – Sweet Home
Allie Oops Shares this free “Sweet Home” Design. The little poem or saying on this one is very cute and rather different. The picture is a little dark but the pattern will brighten your day.
Technique: Summer Beach Scene Card
Theresa will teach you how to make a summer sky for a beach scene card by sponging ink directly onto cardstock and stamping over top with silhouette stamps. She’ll even show you how to add shadows with your markers. Click … Read More...
How To Make Glittered Lanterns
Looking for an amazing craft that is easy but makes a big impact? These beautiful lanterns can be easily found in any party store, and with a simple coat of glitter, you can customize and transform the look of those … Read More...
Free Sewing Tutorial: Leather tote with tassel
Boxwood Avenue shows how you can make a leather (or faux leather) tote with a matching tassel. The lines are simple but elegant, a bag you can carry for a long time without it going out of style. You can … Read More...
Tutorial: How to draft facings for a sewing pattern
A facing is an easy way to finish a neck or arm hole, especially a neck line with unusual shaping or tight curves. If your sewing pattern doesn’t have facings, perhaps because the bodice is lined or the edges are … Read More...
Goin’ on a Color Hunt
This can be an almost instant activity for the entire family. Brittney , from The Poe Farm, decided she wanted to do a fun activity every Monday with her second born and that is what inspired her to come up … Read More...
Paper Peony Tutorial
Ashley, from Ash and Crafts, shared this tutorial on how to make peonies out of crepe paper. These are so gorgeous, aren’t they? They would make a fabulous gift for a friend or a loved one.
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Free pattern: Boys boxer briefs
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for making boys boxer briefs. They’ve got a close fit so they won’t ride up when putting pants on. They’re quick to make – she was able to knock six pairs … Read More...
How to create Easy Painted Luggage
No matter if you are traveling or using it for stylish storage, you can update your luggage with a few steps using this tutorial from Amy at Delineate your Dwelling.
She restyles a vintage suitcase with a bit of paint. … Read More...