Looking for a quick and easy project to add some fall feeling to your decor? Check out Ode to Inspiration‘s No Sew, No Glue Pumpkin. Rustic burlap leaves and a pretty button help dress up the covered styrofoam … Read More...
Pattern and tutorial: Felt angel
If you’re ready to get rolling with holiday stitching, Laura of Bugs and Fishes by Lupin has got your back. First up: A pattern and tutorial for a felt-applique angel ornament. Oh, the embellishment possibilities! See Laura’s post.
DIY: Lip-Plumping Lip Gloss
Ok, this is a fun idea…rather than paying for pricey “lip plumping” glosses, make your own. Lindsay at Delighted Momma shows us how, and it’s really really easy. It turns out cinnamon is your friend! Get the details here.
Exploring the Options in Colorwork
Deciding which colors go together in your color knitting projects is a really personal choice and a skill that can only be honed through practice. But the good folk at the Knit Picks blog (specifically, Kerin) wanted to explore some … Read More...
Tutorial: Johnny Depp-inspired little boy’s vest
Did you see the Johnny Depp inspired outfit that Heidi from Elegance & Elephants entered into last week’s Project Run and Play challenge? It turned out to be the winning look for the week, and now Heidi shares a tutorial … Read More...
Creepy Candy Bars
See? Eyes! I said it all last year to the point of annoying everyone, I’m sure, but just add eyes to make something creepy. (Or oddly, cute, in some cases.) The eyes have it. Easy peasy, instant Halloween. Make candy … Read More...
Tutorial: Stamping on Fabric
Rachel at Imagine Gnats has a tutorial for stamping on fabric using your own carved stamps, check it out here.
-Heather
Felt Flower Lapel Pin – Pink Stripey Socks
No, it’s not another cute hair clip tutorial, although I suppose it could be. Pink Stripey Socks used bobby pins as the base for sweet felt flower lapel pins. I don’t get to post on menswear very often, so … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruched sleeves
Stephanie from The Petite Sewist shows how to add a bit of ruching to a sleeve. It’s an easy addition when you’re making a top, and it adds a nice detail to a plain sleeve. Go to her tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Travel toothbrush and toothpaste case
Anna from Noodlehead uses a hand towel and some bias tape to create a travel case for a toothbrush and toothpaste. She’s written up a tutorial showing how to make one. Get the tute.
[photo from Noodlehead]
Felt Bunting for Halloween Tutorial
Ramya the host of “ArtPlatter” has discovered her blog has become an important part of her life. She is now experimenting with different crafts, whatever she interests her and what she feels her readers would find useful. Today she is … Read More...
Grocery Store Theme Birthday Party
I LOVE throwing birthday parties for my children. I truly enjoy coming up with fun activities based upon the unique ideas and themes they come up with each year. But I have to admit that I have never thrown a … Read More...
Homemade Veterinarian Kit
One of my favorite sites to go to for inspiration on Handmade gifts, especially for kids who love imagination and make believe is Make the Best of Everything! .
Her newest gift is a Homemade Veterinarian Kit, and its wonderful. … Read More...
DIY: Whipped Body Butter
The seasons are changing, and that means dry skin…no matter what part of the world you’re in. Jojo’s Crafty Love walks us through the process to make a yummy whipped boyd butter that will keep your skin hydrated no matter … Read More...
Pretty Painted Acorns
Amy shares a fun autumn tutorial for making these pretty acorns to decorate your mantle or entryway! A great project for fall or just anytime. After all, who doesn’t love acorns?? Get the tutorial here at Mod Podge Rocks! — … Read More...
Halloween Candy Wrapper Templates
I know, I know. I’ve seen plenty of candy bars-dressed-up-in-paper-for Halloween, but I’m especially fond of these. It just makes sense that ghosts, Dracula and bats would sneakily hide their candy. Find the templates to make candy wrappers HERE at … Read More...
Sewing-Inspired Treats
Sew? Bake? Do it all? While I’m naturally inept at sewing, I do appreciate the wonderful inspiration that comes from needle and thread, especially when translated into sugar. Find a round-up of sewing-inspired treats (some of which have graced this … Read More...
Teal Treats for Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Beautiful color for yummy treats for a wonderful cause. These teal sweets are in honor of September’s Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. For more information visit WhyTeal.org, brought to us by Sugarkissed.net , where you’ll find the recipe for brownies … Read More...
Freebie: Fibers & Fabric infographic
Heather from Feather’s Flights shares an infographic that explains the most common types of fabric. She breaks it down by fiber content and woven vs. nonwoven. It’s part of her Sewing 101 series. Go to her blog post to download … Read More...
Free project: Grey and Orange quilt
This would be a quick throw to make for autumn decor, just perfect for snuggling with some hot cider in hand. The dark grey solid is the perfect foil for the orange as it’s seasonal without emphasizing the ubiquitous orange … Read More...