DIY Tutorials and Patterns – Page 699

Tutorial and Freebie: Address Book

September 2, 2010 by Francine Clouden

Join Monika Wright as she shows you how to create this address book with the Zutter Bind-it-All. She has also included a free download of the book pages. Click here to go to tutorial.

DIY: Sundae Bath Salts

September 2, 2010 by Jessica Dougherty

I was perusing Tip Junkie and came across these adorable Sundae Bath Salts. These would make great gifts or party favors!

God Save the Queen

September 1, 2010 by Minnie

God Save the Queen

Originally uploaded by Minnibird

I finally got around to making some tea towels (dish towels) using printed fabric from Spoonflower. It was easy and fun! You can find the steps on how to do so … Read More...

Short Treatise On Lace Knitting

September 1, 2010 by Terrye

Alice, over at Graceful Knitting gives a short photo essay on the essentials of Lace Knitting.

Cool! Alice rocks. She also has a free newsletter that goes into a lot more detail.

Click here for the link!

Do you have any old saucepans laying around? You know the ones, they are all scratched up and need to be replaced. Why not follow Jen’s lead from Tatertots and Jello and turn them into chic little bird houses? Too … Read More...

Moss Covered Monogram

September 1, 2010 by Amanda Formaro

Monograms are hot. For less than $5.00 Melissa over at Livvy Loo Hoo created this darling mossy monogram to display on her front door. It’s amazing what you can find at the dollar store!

See Melissa’s moss covered monogram at … Read More...

Tutorial: DIY printable fabric from household products

September 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Sarah Hanson from Dolly Donations and Dolls and Daydreams shows how to make our own printable fabric out of common household products you probably already have sitting in your kitchen cupboards. Her method creates fabric that can be printed with … Read More...

Sublime Stitching Sale!!!

September 1, 2010 by Denise Felton

Run over to Sublime Stitching and throw your paycheck at as many design sets as you can. They are half-price through September 10! Included are some artist series, such as the Tara McPherson designs shown here. Like these weren’t enough … Read More...

Free CQ design: Best wishes

September 1, 2010 by Denise Felton

Janet Stauffacher of Nostalgic NeedleART is sharing her design for this Best Wishes crazy-quilt block, which incorporates an antique postcard image from her personal collection. She says,

Print this block directly onto computer printer fabric with your inkjet printer, then

Tutorial: Satin stitch

September 1, 2010 by Denise Felton

Kim of big B shares her latest stitchy learning experience. See her satin stitch tute.

Edible Fingerpaint

September 1, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

Sigh. My toddler is so picky, she probably wouldn’t even eat something as fun and colorful as edible fingerpaint. Alas. She will happily paint, though. Find this clever idea HERE at Make and Takes.

[tags]fingerpaint, kids, yogurt[/tags]

DIY: Kathy’s Pomegranate Lime Cocoa Butter Lotion

September 1, 2010 by Jessica Dougherty

I came across a recipe for Kathy’s Pomegranate Lime Cocoa Butter Lotion on the Essential U Blog. The recipe is simple calling only for three ingredients.

Free pattern: 4 Season Crossover Top for little girls

August 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Prudent Baby shares a free pattern for a 4 Season Crossover Top for little girls. The loose, sleeveless top is good for warm summer weather, but it can also be easily adapted to winter weather by pairing it with a … Read More...