Yin from Pretty Quirky Pants shares a tutorial for making this tote with a zippered pocket on the outside. The tall tote is lined, with boxed corners and faux leather handles. The zippered pocket on the outside is a handy … Read More...
Free pattern: Cross My Heart dress
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for her Cross My Heart dress. It’s a fitted dress from a stretch knit fabric, with pleated panels draping from the shoulders and crossing over the bodice (thus the name of … Read More...
Fuzzy Monster Gift Bags Are Great for Any Occassion
If you know a child who loves monsters or an adult with a playful sense of humor, this gift bag decor project is a fun way to add interest to any present. All you need are pipe cleaners, wiggle eyes, … Read More...
Tutorial: Quick fix for a gaping neckline
It’s no fun discovering that your freshly made garment has a gaping neckline. All that work, to have a flaw front and center. But all is not lost! Justine from Sew Country Chick shares her quick fix for a gaping … Read More...
How To Make Your Own Metal Wrapped Barn Wood Arrow
I’ve mentioned before of how big of a trend the industrial look is right now, and this DIY project for a metal wrapped arrow made from barn wood fits right into that “industrial” category. If you still have some barn … Read More...
Tutorial: Tufted round patchwork floor cushion
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making this tufted round patchwork floor cushion. It’s easy to see the patchwork on the top in this photo, but the sides are also made from patchwork. The tufting accents the patchwork design. There’s also … Read More...
DIY Trend: Marbling
Have you noticed that lately one of the biggest trends in the DIY world is marbling? It seems to be everywhere these days. I like the look of it, but I have not gotten around to actually trying it on … Read More...
Tutorial: Using Clay in Dimensional Art
Kristi of Addicted2Decorating used a little polymer clay and a weathered piece of wood to make a piece of art. She crafted white flowers for her work. In the tutorial she talks about using spray paint and hot glue … Read More...
Project: Bird Feeder Card
There’s still snow on the ground here so I’m still feeding the birds but just like me I know they are ready for spring. Just like this little fat mouse, he’s so happy sleeping in the bird feeder after stuffing … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux leather and burlap coasters
Jessica from Mama in a Stitch shows how you can make these burlap and faux leather coasters. The faux leather is a waterproof, wipe clean surface to put under your drinking glass. And the burlap for the lower layer creates … Read More...
Tutorial: St. Patrick’s Day shamrock pillow
DIY Crush shows how you can make a simple St. Patrick’s Day throw pillow with a 3D shamrock embellishment. The shamrock is easily made from felt. You can make it as big or as small as you like. The pillow … Read More...
Organization – Emergency Folder
There always seems to be an Emergency happening somewhere in the world and usually we try to be prepared but are we really? As we batten down the hatches for a severe storm I came across this amazing Emergency organization … Read More...
Miu Miu Crochet Top Pattern
How amazing does this humble crochet vest look? Who would have thought it could be high fashion. Love the look and so will you with this totally free pattern from Trinkets In Bloom Free pattern here. I think I personally … Read More...
How To Get Rid Of Stains On Chopping Boards
You are probably going to kick yourself for this one, it’s so easy. Use lemon essential oil to strip the stains from your cheap plastic chopping boards. For the full tutorial on just how to do it check out here.… Read More...
Disco ball beaded Kumihimo bracelet
I know we are meant to dance like no one is watching but how about craft like no one is watching. Love this intricate beaded disco ball necklace. Full tutorial can be found at Dreamalittlebigger.com Cause you know you should … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew boho curtains from a scarf
Mark Montano shows how you can make turn a large scarf, plus a little fabric yardage, into a pair of gorgeous boho curtains. If your scarf has fringe, it’ll be even more fabulous. You can make it a no-sew project … Read More...
DIY- Dye your own Easter Eggs
If you’re looking for an easy tutorial for dying Easter eggs, Kylie shared this DIY Tutorial on the Handmade Kids blog. It is a fun Easter Craft to do with the kids. Kylie shares the steps she used to dye … Read More...
Tutorial: Fringe shoulder sweater
Daniela from Curly Made shows how you can use a bit of fringe and decorative ribbon to update a plain sweater. She creates little fringed embellishments for the shoulders. She shows how you can create your own fringe from crochet … Read More...
Tutorial: Giant book floor cushions
With these giant book floor cushions, you can literally snuggle up with a good book. Polly from Pieces by Polly designed them, and she shares a tutorial on her blog so you can make some too. I am loving these … Read More...
Go Girl Review – Wee Everywhere
I came across this post by Kara Crabb and just had to share it. I really wanted to call the blog post pis*&ng myself laughing but thought better of it as the profanity police will come out. But I am … Read More...