Eeep! A Happy Cactus pincushion! Want one? You can make one. Go to Urban Threads‘ tutorial for the skinny on how to embroider and sew him.
Stitch fabric birds and birdhouses
Tracey Lipman emailed to let us know about her new class at Doll Street Dreamers. She says,
… Read More...Learn to make your own fabric birdhouse and birds in this great class with something for everyone. From steampunk to quilting and lots
Cross Stitch Wall Hanging
I love to cross-stitch. So much so that I have stacks of finished projects that I can’t afford to get framed and they end up languishing in the drawer or tucked away in the closet in a storage bin. If … Read More...
Tutorial | Paper Shoe from Sandy’s Space
Look at these Ferragamo inspired paper shoes! They were designed by Sandy Ang, who shares both the template and the step-by-step with you on her blog Sandy’s Space. They would make a sweet gift, or wonderful party decor. … Read More...
Colour de Verre Millifiori and Murrini Pendants
I wanted to do this post about a week and a half ago but got caught up in too many things. Then I went to Glass Craft and Bead Expo and saw these pendants in person and said, oh now … Read More...
“Save The Date” – Are they actually necessary?
Wikipedia says : A save the date is a notice stating the date of a significant event such as a wedding. It is typically sent to those likely to be interested or affected by the event and states the planned … Read More...
Tutorial: Blouson top with ruched sleeves
Tamara from Etcetorize shows how to make a blouson top with ruched shoulders. It’s a variation on a boxy top that she recently shared a tutorial for making. You can add one or both details to get a whole new … Read More...
Tutorial: Drapey scarf shrug
Anna from Plan B shows how to make a drapey shrug out of a large scarf. It’s a fast project, requiring only a couple of seams. If you don’t have a large enough scarf, you can also use two smaller … Read More...
Chainmaille Byzantine Weave Tutorial
Siobhan Keogh from Vovs Jewellelry shares with us her tutorial for making chainmaille bracelets. Siobhan explains that. “this is a well explained tutorial on how to make chainmaille bracelets using the Byzantine Weave. It uses clear photos and point … Read More...
Tutorial: Nautical tee with lace-up sleeves
The 30 Days 30 Tee-Shirts series continues at Clones n Clowns. Today, Aimee shows how to make lace-up sleeves. The grommets and canvas cord give it a nautical vibe perfect for summer! Go to her tute.
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Easy, No-Sew Mail and Play Mailbox tutorial
This easy, no-sew project is great for kids who love snail mail and wait for the mailman every day. Rachael of “Nothing if Not Intentional” along with her husband Nate designed and created this sweet mailbox for their children. They … Read More...
DIY Beaded Tube Bracelets
Looking for a quick and easy, yet delicate looking gift for family and friends? Maybe you want to make a new jewelry piece for an outfit. Aimee from Swell Mayde has a simple tutorial for making beaded tube bracelets. You … Read More...
Technique: Burlap Stamping
Sometimes you don’t need a stamp to stamp with. Barbara with Explore, Dream, Discover has a very clever stamping tool, she used burlap fabric to stamp with, how innovative! Using Gelatos color sticks on the burlap and a little water … Read More...
Saturday Morning in a Box – Make the Best of Everything
Looking for a fun gift for someone in your life? How about giving them a nostalgic Saturday morning in a box? Saturday Mornings are full of happy memories of sleeping in, eating fun cereals in front of the television, … Read More...
Tutorial: Fix a bra with a poking underwire
When the underwire pokes through the bottom of your bra, don’t pitch it. You can fix it instead! Laura from Make Life Lovely shows how. Go to her tute.
[photo from Make Life Lovely]
Toddler DIY Paper Bag Vase
My kids love using the Do-A-Dot Markers, and this project features them! Head over to Thrive 360 Living for the how to. These would make a great Grandparent’s Day gift or Mother’s Day gift!! Hint.. hint dads:)
ABC Alphabet Wall
One of the MANY things I love about being a mom is the ability to fill my children’s living spaces with art and inspiring things to look at. Since our 4th child has arrived, the creative artsy me has had … Read More...
Felt Dinosaur Play mat and a Giant Felt board tutorial
Citro has a great blog called “Fun at Home with Kids” and has two cute projects to share with us. First is a no-sew felt “Dinosaur Play mat” and it’s a great craft because anyone with a glue gun can … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy drawstring bag with a contrast cuff
Sew It Love It shows how to make a drawstring bag with a contrast cuff around the top. It’s a quick, easy project to sew up. Go to her blog for the how-to.
[photo from Sew It Love It]
Free pattern: Summer Chevrons Shirt for little girls
Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard shares a free pattern for making her Summer Chevrons Shirt for a little girl. The sleeveless top has a square neck and puff cap sleeves. The pattern will make the shirt in a little girl … Read More...