I’m a sucker for fabric flowers. There’s just about no wrong way to make them. You can use any color or print of fabric, and the smaller pieces, too. Cocojude shows how to make a cotton print and denim variation … Read More...
10 quilted baby bib tutorials
When it comes to creating handmade gifts for babies, bibs often get overlooked. However, bibs are a great project to get creative with because of their small size and endless possibilities for color combinations and patterns. By making a bib, … Read More...
Free pattern: 30-minute easy skirt
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for making this simple fitted skirt. Or, if you want a custom fit skirt, she also shows how you can draft your own pattern using your measurements. Whether you use the … Read More...
Knit a Luscious Lace Hat in Alpaca and Silk
Berroco has a new yarn, Andean Mist, that’s a blend of suri alpaca and mulberry silk. Just looking at it — not even touching it, which I’m sure is even better — makes you want to knit with it.… Read More...
Rubber Egg Experiment
I am always looking for fun ways to get the kids thinking about science. I am definitely going to add this to the list of science experiments to try very soon. Discover how to make the shell from an egg … Read More...
Tutorial: Rainbow tie-dye bustle sundress
Stephanie from The TipToe Fairy shares a tutorial for making this fabulous rainbow tie-dye bustle dress for little girls. The sundress is made from a stretch knit fabric. The skirt is pieced with rainbow stripes, with a ruffle bustle sewn … Read More...
Summer of Sketches 8 | In a Circle
Today’s sketch includes a background circle element to complement the square layout of the photos.
I used machine stitching to make my circle, and used s series of small photos.
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Vernell used a circle decorative … Read More...
Freebie: Online Papercrafting Idea Book
Echo Park Papers has a new on-line idea book filled with card ideas, scrapbooking layouts and altered projects to download for free, click here.
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Chart Your Crochet
Do you have a Disney fan in your life who would love to have a collection of their lovely Princesses? If so, you might want to check out Cuddleup-creations.com to see all their patterns including this one of the Disney … Read More...
Free pattern: Rock-a-Bye baby bib and burp cloth set
Shelly from Giggles and Beans and So Tweet Patterns shares a free pattern for her Rock-a-Bye Bundle. It’s one download that includes patterns for a small baby bib, a larger baby bib, a contoured burp cloth, and car seat strap … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric napkins for your child’s lunchbox
Our family uses cloth napkins whenever possible, and that includes in my daughter’s school lunches. Any cloth napkin will work for school lunches, but my daughter likes the ones that are special made just for her school lunches. Chelsey from … Read More...
Tutorial: Eyelet knit skirt
Anna from Plan B shows how you can make a pretty eyelet skirt like this one. She uses an eyelet stretch knit so the construction is easy. The waistband is a simple elastic casing – no zippers, no buttonholes required. … Read More...
Project: Birthday Cake Card
Nichol Magouirk has a video tutorial sharing how to make a yummy birthday cake card using coordinating stamps and die cuts from Mama Elephant. I love how she layered vellum over her stamped pattern paper, it give such a … Read More...
Freebie: Heart on a Chain
I absolutely love the idea of cross stitch on clothing. Stitching a design is a perfect way to add embellishments or repair that favorite outfit. DMC USA created this Heart on a Chain pattern that is just a perfect addition … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: DIY maternity body pillow
Maria Antoinette shares a tutorial showing how you can DIY a maternity body pillow. It’s much cheaper to make one than to buy one, and you can customize it to your height. The pillow is made in kind of a … Read More...
Giveaway: Fiskars Duck Edition Scissors and Craft Books
We have a great giveaway that features 2 pairs of Fiskars Duck Edition Scissors and copies of the books How to Make 100 Ribbon Embellishments: Trims, Rosettes, Sculptures, and Baubles for Fashion, Decor, and Crafts and The Book Art … Read More...
It’s a Crazy Stitch Along
Have you been just dying to stitch up something whimsical, silly or completely out there? Now is your chance! Craftster.org is hosting its monthly Hoopla Stitch Along. This month’s theme is: Whimsical, nonsense, free range stitching. Why not try your … Read More...
Easy Lego Party Menu Ideas
Kids love themed party food, but I think many parents struggle to figure out what to serve at a Lego-themed birthday party. Fortunately, Kojo Designs has several great suggestions. My personal favorite is the Lego sugar cookies, which are just … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – 15-minute kids bandanna shorts
Susan from Living With Punks shows how you can make these kids bandana shorts. They’re made from two bandanas – one for each leg. They’re quick to make. She says you can make a pair in just 15 minutes. The … Read More...
20 Unexpected Uses For Epsom Salt
When you see the words “Epsom Salts”, you may think of a nice relaxing day soaking in a nice hot bath. Or maybe you like to rest your tired toes in a tub of salts at the end of a … Read More...