It’s (mostly) spring here in the Northeastern United States and what that means is the skunks are out in full force. So it was great timing to read of an easy skunk remedy from The Essential Herbal. I’ll be … Read More...
DIY: Teeth Whitening
This is a new one to me…apparently swishing a high quality oil around in your mouth for twenty minutes a day can help with oral health and has the added side benefit of whiter teeth. Who knew? Katie, aka Wellness … Read More...
Pin of the Week: An Awesome Stitch Pattern Calculator
If you’re the kind of knitter who hates math — and I think that covers a lot of us! — you need to know about the Stitch Pattern Calculator from Laylock Knitwear Design.
This is a really simple, powerful concept. … Read More...
Chicken and Waffle Sushi
Now here’s a trend that’s been picking up speed of late: Turning everything into “sushi.” Making sushi chefs everywhere cringe, but making non-sushi eaters like me curious because this looks so cool, find chicken and waffle sushi HERE at Rock … Read More...
Tutorial: Layered knit skirt
Miranda from One Little Minute shows how to make layered knit skirt. Her project is part of Babylock’s National Serger Month. It has a simple band of stretch fabric for the waistband. (Sooo comfortable in hot weather!) The different directions … Read More...
Tutorial | Make a Scrap Paper Library
I love this clever idea from Amber at Damask Love for organizing cardstock scraps. She calls it her Scrap Paper Library and she made it from clear greeting card boxes. get all the details here.
Pretty Molded Sugar Gems Favors
Look how pretty these molded sugar gems are all dressed up, and they make such lovely favors. Find the recipe and packaging how-tos, along with the link to the labels HERE at My Own Ideas.
Show & Tell | Accordion Book from Flax & Twine
Anne Weil from Flax & Twine talks about this accordion book she made for holding mementos. This is a nice project that can be made as a gift for Mother’s Day. Click here to see more.
DIY Chalkboard Tutorial
Chalkboards are one of those craft crazes that just doesn’t seem to be easing up. Here is another great tutorial from charlottesvilleweddingblog on a decorative smaller frame which is perfect for party food labels and table numbers.
Vintage Schnibble parade starts today
Sherri of A Quilting Life kicked off a new Schnibble parade today. This time the theme is vintage. The pattern for this challenge is Hat Trick by Carrie Nelson. Go HERE to get further details.
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Video tutorial: Needle tatting lock stitch
TotusMel demonstrates how to do a lock stitch in needle tatting — a handy stitch to know if you need to create a textured cord with no stretch for a project such as a bookmark. Go to her blog post … Read More...
Free pattern: April showers mini quilt
We’ve heard the proverb, “April showers bring May flowers.” To celebrate April’s arrival, here’s a tiny quilt designed by Mari Martin for Connecting Threads. She combines piecing and fusible applique for the umbrellas. Go HERE to download the pattern… Read More...
Tutorial: Inside Out Bag with neon trim
This Inside Out Bag by The Purl Bee puts the seam allowances on the outside and turns them into a design element. The bag is made from a neutral linen, with the seams all finished in neon bias tape. They … Read More...
DIY Bride & Groom Card
Create a simple but chic handmade card for the bride and groom with a fun tutorial from The House that Lars Built!
Tutorial: Add a sleeve to a sleeveless shirt
Kristina Clements from Kristina J., and author of The Chic Girl’s Guide to a One-of-a-Kind Wardrobe, shows how you can add a gathered sleeve to a sleeveless top. You can use fabric that blends with the original top, … Read More...
Tutorial: Fractured Nine Patch quilt block
Linda of Linda’s Quiltmania made this block, along with eleven more, and sewed them into a quilted wall hanging. She used the Comma fabric line designed by Zen Chic for Moda. Of her Fractured Nine Patch design, she explained it … Read More...
Free quilt pattern to celebrate Spring
Tulips always make me think of Spring. This cheerful Amish Tulips quilt was designed by Janet Page-Kessler for Simplicity. Get the free pattern.
Image credit: Simplicity
Hopscotch Play Mat DIY by A Girl and a Glue Gun
kimbo hosts “A girl and A glue gun” and has this fun “Felt Activity Mat” and the kids can help make this wonderful projects. Kimbo always wanted to make something big with her hot glue and she came up with … Read More...
Project: Accordion Fold Book
I love the romantic look of this handmade accordion book, reminds me of Jane Austen! Alexandra from Art Scrap and More created this beautiful book using paper, stamps, fabric and a few embellishments. What a lovely way to display photos!… Read More...
DIY Safety Pin Bracelet
It fascinates me that something as basic as a safety-pin can set the stage for a trendy fashion accessory that is versatile enough to wear with almost any outfit. I now know what to do with my stash of safety … Read More...
