Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make a scalloped valance for your window. This would be especially pretty in a kitchen window, or perhaps in a little girl’s room. She also shows how to … Read More...
Tutorial: Cathedral Window pillow cover
Generous sewist Deby, of So Sew Easy, is giving back to the online community with a tutorial that shows how she made this Cathedral Window pillow cover (aka a cushion cover). What she finds so lovely using the Cathedral Window … Read More...
Tutorial: Pom pom pillows
Leesa from Makers Society shows how you can make this throw pillow with colorful pom poms at each corner. The big fluffy pom poms make me happy! The pillow is fast to sew up, and you probably remember how to … Read More...
Ice Luminaries
The temperatures will be dropping sooner than later and though a lot of us are not particularly thrilled with the idea, we can still keep in mind the beautiful crafts and projects we can make with the season. These ice … Read More...
DIY – Belt Wrap Bracelets
Before you hit those Black friday sales check out this tutorial. Next time your rummaging in the $1 bin and there is odds and ends of belts that are too small or too thin GRAB THEM. This tutorial was made … Read More...
Tutorial: Floor cushions with a French mattress edge
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making their French mattress edge floor cushions. They’re boxy floor cushions tufted in the middle with a big fabric covered button. The edges look like they might be piped, but they’re actually finished with a … Read More...
Make Thanksgiving Easier
Thanksgiving doesn’t need to be a pain for the host and her/his family. Yes, it’s all about going out of your way to be thankful to your loved ones, but does it have to involve bending over backwards to please … Read More...
Tutorial: French grain sack fabric basket
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make a fabric basket out of a French grain sack. Notice how it stands up straight – that’s because she adds structure to the inside with a piece of plastic. It … Read More...
Free pattern: Color blocked long sleeve raglan tee
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for this long sleeve raglan tee. Color blocking adds interest to the sleeve and shoulder area. The knit shirt is sure to become a wardrobe staple. Her free pattern comes … Read More...
8 Handmade Gift Ideas
In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it can be challenging to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. While store-bought presents are always an option, they can lack the personal touch that handmade gifts provide. … Read More...
Pinecone Crafts for Holiday Decorations
Pinecones can be found fairly easy if you live in or around a wooded area. However, if not, they are always in stock in the holiday section at a craft store this time of the year. If you have an … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt pom pom Christmas tree ornaments
Mel from One Crafty Mumma made these whimsical felt and pom pom Christmas tree ornaments. The pom poms create a fluffy tree shape on a felt background. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. You could also make … Read More...
Free pattern: Dachshund Tee for little girls
Autie from iCandy Handmade Her free pattern makes a little girls size 5/6 shirt. It’s a basic short sleeve t-shirt with a hem band to finish off the bottom edge. She calls it the Dachshund Tee, named after the cute … Read More...
DIY Watercolor resist thank you notes
Laurie, from Laurie’s Projects, sent in a link to her tutorial for creating this easy, yet beautiful watercolor thank you cards! I love the artsy look, it is definitely my style!
These are pretty easy to do as well, you … Read More...
Tutorial | Thankful Banner
Combine book pages, burlap cardstock and die-cut shapes into a rustic but pretty banner for Thanksgiving. Layer and stitch the various pieces to create this lovely garland that you can hang on a mantle or bookshelf.
Or even on … Read More...
Tutorial: 30-minute zippered pouch
Ama from Ohoh Blog shows how you can make a simple zippered pouch in just 30 minutes. These make great gifts, especially when filled with themed items. Fill them with tea bags for a tea lover, pencils for someone who … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt mini Christmas book ornaments, plus a free printable
Steph from The Silly Pearl shares a tutorial for making these mini Christmas book ornaments. The covers are made of felt, with cardstock titles and cardstock pages sewn into the inside. She includes a free printable for 5 books that … Read More...
Tutorial: How to sharpen a rotary cutter blade
Rotary blades are awful handy, but those blades can get expensive! And it never fails – I’m in the middle of a project when I realize my blade is dull and I have no replacements on hand (because they’re expensive). … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap ribbon gift tags
Melissa from Sweet Escape shows how you can use your smaller scraps of ribbons to make these festive gift tags. Obviously they’re nice for Christmas, but do them up in other colors and you’ll have all the tags you need … Read More...
Grandparent Gift Ideas
Finding the perfect gift for Grandparents can get a little tricky. They have most everything they need, and when asked what they could use or want, the response of “just your love” is usually given. Well, this great post gives … Read More...