I always keep my eyes out for doilies 
when I’m at the thrift store as I love decorating with doilies. I have used them as cafe curtains by simply clipping them to a rod with curtain clips. But this art … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Super easy jersey knit maxi dress
A lightweight jersey knit maxi dress is super easy to make if you follow this tutorial by Kirstin at Kojodesigns. Add a belt to complete the look and define your waist. It’s made using simple straight seams, and because jersey … Read More...
Free Pattern – Lions, Tigers and Bears! Me Oh My
My daughter is reading The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe right now and even though she is 7 I think she would love this Lion blanket.
Actually who am I kidding, I could snuggle up with this it’s so … Read More...
Floral Cross Stich Chart
This free chart is provided by DMC Creative and is perfect timing for Mother’s Day. Floral Basket Free Chart.
Review and Giveaway: Stampin’ Up April Paper Pumpkin Kit
If you’re looking for paper crafting inspiration Paper Pumpkin is here to inspire you and bring creativity to your door each and every month. Paper Pumpkin is a subscription kit brought to you by the folks at Stampin’ Up. … Read More...
Salt Dough Flower Fingerprints
When I found this project posted on the Meaningful Mama blog, my first thought was that it would make a fun Mother’s Day gift! The colorful flowers pictured here are made using salt dough that is formed into a flower … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux leather bucket bag
Colleen at Pretty Prudent shows how you can make a faux leather bucket bag that’s pretty awesome. It’s lined in a contrasting cotton. A cord threaded through grommets around the top of the bag loosely cinches it in. If you … Read More...
Free pattern: Classic baby dress
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern to make this classic baby dress. It has a lined sleeveless bodice and a gathered skirt. You can make this pretty in any style of fabric print – … Read More...
Book Review- Rebecca Ringquist’s Embroidery Workshops
Hey guys, today I wanted to let you know about a fun new embroidery book that came out this month! From Rebecca Ringquist, comes a book with a modern approach to a traditional craft—embroidery.
First, Here’s a little about the … Read More...
Free Mother’s Day Manners Printable
If your Mother’s Day plans include hosting any sort of brunch or picnic, jazz up your silverware holders with this cute “Mom Manners” printable from Shaken Together. With classic bits of Mom wisdom like “Use your inside voice” and … Read More...
Tutorial: Angled color block tote
Marni from Haberdashery Fun shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew showing how you can make this angled color block tote. The asymmetrical color blocking from solids gives it modern styling. It’s a versatile bag, good for errand running or … Read More...
How to make recycled plastic bottle twists
Aren’t these pretty? I can’t wait to try this tutorial on how to make recycled plastic bottle twists featured at WikiHow. I bet they would look so cool in a vase? Or maybe make chandelier dangles? Hmmmm so many possibilities. … Read More...
How to make a pretty beaded key organizer
It is a great idea to make the items that need to stay out and easily accessible pretty. I love this idea for using beads to hang all the keys you need. Pop on over to the blog Johannarundel, My … Read More...
Stitch for the Stocking and a Chance to Win $5,000
You might remember last year when I told you about the effort at Yarnspirations to knit the world’s largest Christmas stocking — which is really individual squares measuring 3 feet across — in support of the Children of Fallen Patriots … Read More...
9 Recipes To Make Your Own Cosmetics
Making your own cosmetics at home can be a fun and rewarding experience. Not only do you have complete control over the ingredients, but it can also be a cost-effective way to maintain your beauty regimen. Many store-bought cosmetics contain … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a cropped halter top from an old t-shirt
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how you can refashion a t-shirt into this summer-ready cropped halter. The cropped halter gives a fresh new look to a boxy tee that has cool graphics but no shaping. If you don’t already … Read More...
Giveaway: Huge Huggable Mochimochi
Congratulations to Anne!
Sometimes I get jealous of crocheters because it’s seemingly so much easier to make dolls and characters and food and all sorts of really interesting creations out of crochet than it is out of knitting. Maybe that’s … Read More...
Counting Hands Math Activity
If you plan on working on math skills with the kids, I suggest checking out these counting hands created by Deirdre, from JDaniel4’s Mom. You can use these to help show kids how to count on their fingers, along with … Read More...
Tip: Using Sequins on Your Cards
Sequins are a really trendy embellishment in paper crafting right now. The Some Odd Girl stamps blog has three ways to add sequins to your stamped cards, use them randomly, in a shaker card or behind die cut out shapes … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage sewing basket liner
Mary Beth from RetroMonkeys shares a vintage project at the Pattern Patter blog for making a sewing basket liner. The liner turns a covered basket into a vintage style sewing basket. It has pockets all the way around to organize … Read More...