Whilst this looks kinda cool I can already hear my screams of “help” as I become entangled in either a doorway, the washing or my child’s hair. But that’s kinda the klutz that I am. I love Studs and pearls … Read More...
Sew4Home shows how you can make a set of placemats and coordinating napkins, pretty to dress up your holiday table. The ticking they used creates a candy cane stripe around the placemat, and also gives them a homespun old-timey feel.… Read More...
Free pattern: Little boys holiday vest
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern for making a little boys holiday vest. It can be worn casual (shown here), or dressed up for a more formal look. It has a couple of welt … Read More...
107 Ways To Use Coconut Oil Every Day
Have you heard all of the hype over coconut oil lately? It seems to be the new miracle product claiming to do so many different things that its almost too good to be true. Well, if you have yet to … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Kate Spade Inspired Glitter Watch
Create this amazing Kate Spade inspired glitter watch with some glue and glitter (obviously). This watch is made using a heavy chunky glitter but you could use a fine glitter too. A Fine glitter would create a more subtle delicate … Read More...
Giant Craft Stick Snowflakes
If you are looking for a great project older kids will enjoy, check out this tutorial shared by Monica on Crafty Nest. Not only will the kids have fun making these over-sized snowflakes, they will also be learning how to … Read More...
DIY Fabric Photo Newsletter Ornaments
Amy from Delineate Your Dwelling shared these handmade ornaments. Using fabric, Amy created these “newsletter” ornaments. She partnered with Spoonflower to make design the photo fabric and then stitched them into these fun tree / triangle shapes. I love that … Read More...
Tutorial: Knit Trinket Box
Well, faux knit I mean. The polymer clay version. Donna Herron uses an extruder to cover a tin and make a pretty trinket box. This would be the perfect holiday gift for your knitting or crochet enthusiast friend. Cover … Read More...
Tutorial: Playing card holder
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how you can make this playing card holder. She designed it for her 4 year old niece, who has a hard time holding a hand full of playing cards where she can see them but … Read More...
Gift Wrapping Ideas
Wrapping your holiday packages are an important part of gift giving, and adds an extra special touch of love to the gift being given. This year, spend an extra few minutes not only on the gift inside, but on the … Read More...
Homemade Christmas Gift – Glitter Bathroom Organizer
Time is fast approaching and you are still looking for that perfect gift that doesn’t cost an arm or a leg? Well pick up some plastic trays from the dollar store, some glitter (or other fun) Scrapbooking or wrapping paper … Read More...
Tutorial: Maze quilt top
Remona of The Stitching Scientist delighted in making this quilt sporting a colorful maze. So much so, she’s keeping it for herself. Made from a charm pack set against white, this top is not only a good design choice for … Read More...
Tutorial: Tee- Shirt quilt
We all keep t-shirts because they are connected to activities we want to remember. But what happens when they get ragged or too small? They take up room. You can reclaim your drawer space and still keep those memories alive by making a t-shirt … Read More...
Ideas For Displaying Your Christmas Cards
How often do you get Christmas cards and just simply not know what to do with them? I know I have that problem. They start to come in, and the stack starts to grow and soon enough, the Holiday season … Read More...
A Wrapping Paper That’s Extra Special
Handmade gifts are amazing and you know what makes them even better? Handmade Wrapping paper. Wrap.me allows you to upload a photo and print off paper (from 4.99) and whilst we love their designs we couldn’t help but be inspired … Read More...
6 Christmas Decorations Made From Sheet Music
You can add a certain touch of elegance to your decor, and these 6 decorations would be a wonderful addition to your Christmas decorating. Take a look through our list and see if there are any that you like. There … Read More...
Oversized Outdoor Ornaments
Trying to find a unique and beautiful piece of outdoor decor to tie into your Holiday theme is not an easy task. With the changing weather it can be hard to find something to withstand the changing elements. However, this … Read More...
Tutorial: Keepsake photo pillow
Chelsea of GYCT Designs guest blogs at Sew McCool showing how you can turn a treasured photo into a keepsake pillow. You won’t need special printable fabric for this – she shows how to print on to regular ol’ muslin … Read More...
Tutorial: Plaid and lace infinity scarf
Bev from Flamingo Toes guest blogs at U Create with a tutorial showing how you can make this beautiful lace and plaid flannel infinity scarf. I’m loving the combination of the lace and the plaid flannel! The lace evokes the … Read More...
Project: Reindeer Candy Bag
How cute is this little Reindeer treat bag?! Shannon from Enchanted Lady Bug Creations combined different die cut shapes, added some inked highlights and an adorable red glitter nose for these cuties, find out more over on her blog. … Read More...