Stef from Girl. Inspired. shows how to make her layered ruffles skirt. The rows of ruffles peeking out from the front of the skirt is all kinds of girly pretty! It coordinates with her ruffled tank, which she recently … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s Sweetheart Dress
Shannon from luvinthemommyhood shows how to make her Sweetheart Dress. The little girl’s dress has a fitted bodice and full skirt, a silhouette that I never tire of seeing. But the standout feature is the heart-shaped cutout on the back. … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY chip holder for running shoes
Those of you who are fitness minded probably already know that you can get chips that track your running progress. (This was new to me!) You can buy special running shoes with a place to hold the chip, or you … Read More...
Tutorial: Embroidered letter canvases
Rachel of Lines Across shares a tutorial for an embroidery project with a distinctly modern flair. Stitching on small canvases, she reveals her initials in the negative space. And you don’t have to limit yourself to initials. This would be … Read More...
How to Make Blue Balls from Wool Roving
Several weeks ago I participated in a craft challenge where the company sent a box of various craft supplies and I was to make a project with them. Several other crafters had to do the same thing. Some of those … Read More...
Tutorial: Dior roses
Steph from 3 Hours Past shows how to make the Dior-style fabric roses that appear on this hat. They’d also make gorgeous embellishments for a dressy dress. They’re easy to make, requiring just a running stitch. Get the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Alter a dress pattern to create a gathered bodice
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she adapted her Every Little Thing little girl’s dress pattern to create a gathered bodice. It’s a lovely detail, and would work with any simple bodice pattern. … Read More...
Staining Wood With Rit Dye
Really? I’ll be honest here, I would have never considered staining wood using Rit Dye. I guess I’ve had it so ingrained in my head that Rit is for fabric that the thought never even occurred to me. But you … Read More...
DIY: 14 Cold Process Soap Recipes
Sometimes we all just need a push…and if you’ve been thinking about trying to make soap using the cold-process method, or you’re already soaping but in need of some inspiration, Bohemian Revolution has got you covered with fourteen CP soap … Read More...
Tutorial: Diamond Stack quilt block
Anna of Six White Horses made this 12.5″ diamond stack quilt block for the 4×5 Modern Quilt Bee where she is a participant. Of the block she says,
… Read More...I think it’s much easier to make than it looks, but you
Stitch a teacher thank-you
Here’s a brilliant idea for expressing your gratitude during Teacher Appreciation Week! Bethany of Finding Pins and Needles had her son Caleb write a thank-you message to his teacher. Then she reproduced it in embroidery and incorporated it into a … Read More...
DIY: One Sweet Bronzer
My 14 year old daughter is a huge, er, fan of Michelle Phan and suggested I share this video tip with you all as it’s both inexpensive and clever. In it, Michelle shows us how to use hot chocolate mix … Read More...
Free pattern: Tatted bookmark
The pattern for this pretty clover bookmark designed by Esther Leavitt is free from Craftown.com. Go to the post.
Candy Filled Tie Pots for Dad
This idea is so cute and simple to make the kiddos could help: Candy filled tie pots for Father’s Day. Find the how-tos HERE at Make It and Love It.
How To: Make a Felt Starfish
Natalie is a “Natural Kids” Team Member and created this darling Starfish tutorial with a pattern for us to recreate. Natalie was inspired by her own starfish photo and decided to make some Autumn Starfish out of orangey Wool Felt. … Read More...
Mary Poppins Tea Party
Oh Mary Poppins, how I love thee. One of my most favorite books/movies ever. My daughter adores her, too. Mary was the first character at Disney World to give her a hug, and we spent much of the next day … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a flounce down the front of a top
Katy from Sweet Verbena guest blogs in the Ruffles 2012 series at See Kate Sew with a tutorial showing how to add a flounce down the front of a top. She started with a discount store-bought tank, but there’s no … Read More...
Fun Paper Weaving Craft
Paper Weaving is a classic craft, that can still be fun for all ages even today! You can find a simple up to date tutorial over at Make and Takes.
Woven Milk Carton Coasters – Weaving with milk cartons … Read More...
Puppet Theater Tutorial
This puppet tutorial is such a great idea to increase your child’s imaginative play. I love that it is made out of those tri-folds that you would use for a school presentation. So simple! Visit katydiddys to get the full … Read More...
Concrete Tea Light Holder
As the weather warms up and summer approaches, many of us are eager to spend more time outdoors on our patios and in our gardens. And what better way to enhance the ambiance of your outdoor space than with some … Read More...