I received a copy of the book Craft Fail
by Heather Mann from Workman publishing and so today I’m sharing review + a fun little interview with the Author!
First, here’s a little bit about CraftFail from the publisher’s website: … Read More...
Project: Elegant Embossed Christmas Card
This elegant Christmas tree card from Yana Smakula is simply stunning! On her blog she shares a video tutorial teaching you how to emboss with gold embossing powder on black paper and add a sentiment using a bright white ink … Read More...
Tutorial: Jack ‘o lantern embroidery hoop art
Jennifer Jangles shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make this cute jack ‘o lantern embroidery hoop art. The hoop creates his round shape, with a bit of fabric at the top for the stem. Add … Read More...
Show & Tell | Halloween Card
Melissa Samuels shares a card she made for Halloween using a variety of die-cuts from the Steampunk Spells collection by Graphic 45. You can use any tags and shapes you have to achieve a similar layered look.
Are … Read More...
Tutorial | Embroidered Pumpkin Card
Make this beautiful embroidered pumpkin, then use it on a card or scrapbook page. Check out the tutorial at Pane, Amor eet Creativa (use Google Translate for some help). Great for Halloween and Fall!
Looking for more fonts? Check these … Read More...
Freebie |Dream Lit Digital Papers
Free digital prints inspired by Paris? Yes, please! This gorgeous collection comes from Nash at Craft a Doodle Doo. Watercolors, macarons and the Eiffel tower? I can’t believe this luscious set is free! Nash suggests
You can use these to… Read More...
Tutorial: Halloween Scary Clay Tree
While I work primarily with polymer clay – oven bake or low firing plastic clays – I do also play with air dry clays, both earth and paper based, as well as high fire stoneware clay. And occasionally with fondant. … Read More...
Tutorial: Hook and ring curtain panels
Sew4Home shows how to make hook and ring curtain panels. The construction is made simple with the curtain hooks – no casings, no grommets, no ring tape required. The metal hooks slide into your fabric panel to hang it from … Read More...
Ghost Biscuits with Cream Cheese
Finding healthier options to all the candy and desserts for this holiday season is easier than you think.
Here you will find a recipe for biscuits that are frosted with cream cheese and have raisins for eyes. The kids won’t … Read More...
Tutorial: One simple project makes a gift for everyone on your list
Is this a pincushion? A sachet? A bean bag? A paperweight? Turns out this stuffed felt and fabric square can be all of that and more. That’s why Amy of Badskirt says it’s the one gift you can make for … Read More...
Tutorial: FrankenZombie trick or treat Halloween bag
Louise from I’m Feelin’ Crafty shows how you can make a FrankenZombie trick or treat bag. I’m loving his crooked teeth and crazy zombie eyes!! The outside of the bag with the creepy FrankenZombie face is made from felt, and … Read More...
Peanut Butter and Banana Mummy Wrap
It’s a wrap! Mummy wrap that is!
Here is a cute snack or meal for your kids to enjoy for the Halloween holiday. All you need is a tortilla, peanut butter or other spread, banana and fake eye balls. This … Read More...
7 tips for sewing knits on your sewing machine
Sergers make easy work of sewing knits, but they’re not required. In fact, you can sew knits on your regular ol’ sewing machine without much difficulty. Addie from Addie K. shares 7 tips for sewing knits on a regular sewing … Read More...
Tutorial: Add sleeves to any kids pattern
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how you can draft a basic sleeve to fit any sleeveless bodice pattern. Now a favorite summer dress pattern can also be a go-to colder weather dress. This works best with girls sizes because … Read More...
Get in the Holiday Spirit with the Yarnspirations Holiday Look Book
OK, I’ve been saying for weeks now that I’m not ready to think about Christmas.
And I’m really not.
But I’ve also been working on a Christmas-related knitting project for CraftBits (which I will share with you just as soon … Read More...
Free Pattern – Lace Makeup Pouch
This adorable makeup pouch is made from this free pattern but featured on Anabelia’s blog post. The colors Anabelia uses are delicate and the combinations really work together. These pouches would be ideal for handmade Christmas gifts for friends … Read More...
DIY – Macrame Loop Bracelet
Here is another amazing Macrame Jewelry piece. This creation uses a button and loop as the fastener. It’s a great technique to use as it can be used with many different Macrame projects. Full Macrame Bracelet tutorial can be found … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple gathered collar to make three costumes
LiZ and Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. show how versatile a simple gathered collar can be when making a costume. This one simple accessory can be adapted to make 3 different costumes. They show it as a clown collar, … Read More...
Make Your Own Burlap Pottery Barn Inspired Banner
This Pottery Barn inspired banner from Brendid is the perfect rustic addition to your Halloween decor – or you could use her wonderful tutorial to make a banner for a birthday party or other special occasion. The letters are stenciled … Read More...
7 Fall Inspired Mason Jar Crafts
Mason jars
are not just for bottling and canning anymore. By simply adding some paint or little embellishments, you can have a beautiful vase, centerpiece, candy jar or about anything else you could imagine. These 7 mason jar ideas are … Read More...