Tina Zinck has a tutorial for using circle dies to create a fun Front Flap Fold card with an image or a sentiment is inside the card behind an open window. Visit her blog The Serene Stamper for project directions.… Read More...
I’ll Bet You’ll Love This Alpaca Cross Stitch Pattern
As a knitter, I have rather a weakness for fiber-bearing animals of all sorts, but I have a particular soft spot for alpacas and llamas and am so happy they are on trend right now.
This sweet alpaca cross stitch … Read More...
Yet Another Top for Spring I Really Want to Knit
Lately I have been stalking around on Ravelry for summery tops and garments for spring, never mind that I’m deep in a knitting project I’d really like to finish while the weather is still right for me to wear it.… Read More...
Recycled Pizza box easel
Over at the blog Growing a Green Family there is an interesting discussion about a new pizza box that is reusable. I think this is great as pizza boxes can really add up in the recycle bin. But if you … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Beach swimsuit cover-up
Summer is nearly here, and if you’re lucky that means a trip to the beach! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can sew a beachy swim suit cover up. You can make one in any … Read More...
DIY Confetti Candles
These DIY Confetti candles add a little touch os “special” to your tapered candles. The tutorial is super easy as she uses Foil Tape to create the confetti. These would make stylish Wedding favors for your guests too. You can … Read More...
6 Different Stencil Techniques for Cards with Stencil Revolution
I recently had the chance to try out some great stencils from a shop called Stencil Revolution. Using stencils on cards and other paper crafts has been gaining popularity for a while now. It’s really not surprising since there … Read More...
Tutorial: Modern patchwork upholstery fabric throw pillow
I think all of us have at least one upholstery sample book stashed in our sewing spaces. The small bits of fabric are intriguing but it can also be hard to figure out what to make from them. Chris from … Read More...
Your Most Creative Crafts Rooms | Martha Stewart
Take a stroll through this slide show of creative craft rooms by crafters just like you. Martha Stewart asked readers to submit photos of their craft rooms, and they really delivered! I bet you’ll be inspired by seeing how real … Read More...
Tutorial: Retro pillow with criss cross fabric bows
Bev from Flamingo Toes used some of the new Sunnyside Ave by Amy Smart (Diary of a Quilter) to make the cutest retro pillow, and she’s got a tutorial showing how to make it. The fabric criss crosses … Read More...
5 Emergency kits to make using an Altoids tin
Do you like to be prepared outdoors or in the city when a bit of first aid, sewing or light is needed? Well, over at One Good Thing there are 5 emergency kits listed that all fir in a recycled … Read More...
New Knitting Subscription Box Service by Vickie Howell
Have you heard about Vickie Howell’s new yarn subscription service?
Called Yarn Yay, it’s a monthly subscription box that includes large (100 yards and up) samples of fun yarns, a knitting pattern you can use with some of the … Read More...
LA fabric district shopping trip with family
I try not to bring my family fabric shopping with me. They generally appreciate that. So when we are traveling and I spy a fabric shop, I generally just pass it up. Justine from Sew Country Chick tells how she … Read More...
DIY Fourth Of July Lollipop Suckers
These suckers or homemade lollipops are the perfect contribution to your Fourth of July celebration or 4th of july picnic. Wrap these up and hand them out amongst the class. The recipe is easy to follow and they are yummy … Read More...
DIY Wire Wrapped Rose Jewelry
This jewelry making tutorial shows you how to use Wire Wrapping techniques to create these stud earrings. These handmade earrings look like roses delicately wrapped. For this tutorial, you will need wire wrapping jewelry wire and pliers.
Card Making – Gate Fold and Wrap Cards with New Penny Black Dies
Penny Black has recently released some gorgeous new dies that are perfect for adding detailed cuts to the edges of cards and they also make wonderful gate-fold/ wrap style cards too. Jill Foster has both a blog post and a … Read More...
10 Paper Craft and Memory Keeping Ideas for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day, for those who celebrate in May, is around the corner. This year use your scrapbooking and paper crafting skills and supplies to gift mom with something special that she will surely treasure. Here are 10 good places to … Read More...
Tutorial: Outdoor tablecloth with pom poms
It’s super easy to make a bright and festive outdoor tablecloth for all your backyard barbecues. Cat from Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial showing how. It’s made from vinyl fabric which wipes clean easily, with colorful pom pom trim … Read More...
Free Trinity Stitch Hat Crochet Pattern
This cute crochet pattern is perfect for the coming warmer months and features a pretty stitch design called the Trinity Stitch. The free crochet pattern includes directions for 6 sizes from newborn to adult.
How to Stamp and Water Color on Bristol Paper
Janette Klausen is sharing tips for stamping and water coloring on Smooth Bristol paper using Hero Arts stamps and their liquid water colors. I love how she first heat embossed her stamped image in white, it make the water colors … Read More...