Meghan from The Sewing Geek shows how you can make an ABC Alligator Game to play with a preschooler. The game teaches children to recognize the letters of the alphabet in a fun, active way. The parent calls a letter, … Read More...
Summer of Sketches | Three Photos
There’s enough space for three photos on this sketch.
Vernell used all three slots to show off some blooms
I did a spin off and only used a single photo.
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Freebie: Fun with Memory Wire
Have you ever worked with memory wire before? I will admit that I am a little leery about using it for projects. Metallic thread is bad enough! DMC USA offers up this tutorial and pattern for a Mini Embellished Cake … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork scarf with tiny pom pom trim
Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how to make this pretty patchwork edged with tiny pom pom trim. She cut her fabric pieces from stack of coordinating fat quarters (Emerson line by Dear Stella). For a less matched patchwork, … Read More...
Crochet A New Stitch
Have you discovered the site that sends you an email every day to teach you a new crochet stitch? I think it’s totally amazing! While I do not necessarily have time every single day to practice a new stitch, I … Read More...
Tutorial: Create a sewing space in your kitchen
I won’t lie. It’s nice having a dedicated room in my house for my sewing. But you don’t HAVE to have a whole room to have a sewing space. Adrienne from All Style and All Substance shows how she carved … Read More...
Tutorial: Keepsake t-shirt pillows with knotted corners
Whether it’s a favorite team, a hard run 5k, an awesome concert, most of us have a t-shirt – or two, or three, or more – that is special to us. Sew4Home shows how you can turn that shirt into … Read More...
Freebie: Printable Cupcake Topper
Make the transition back to school for the kids a little easier with cupcakes 🙂 Add this free downloadable apple cupcake topper from Claudine Hellmuth to top them off.
-Heather
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How to make a rock mat
Not a rock lobster. Anyone who get’s this joke, take a bow:) Do you collect rocks when out on walks or from vacations? I do. I currently keep them in jars and plastic bags. This idea for using them to … Read More...
Yarn Wrapped Letters for Fall
Sarah of “repeat crafter me” is sharing her idea and tutorial for her darling “Yarn Wrapped Letters”! I have been seeing these letters with decorative Felt characters around the Internet and you can make these in your choice of … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy beach towel swimsuit cover up
Summer may be nearing its end, but there are still plenty of pool days left! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make a simple swimsuit cover up from a beach towel. You might even be able to … Read More...
Throw a Frozen Party for Your Summer Baby
A Frozen party isn’t just for those born during the winter months! If you have a summer baby who is dying to celebrate with Elsa and Anna, The Daily Meal has a list of suggestions to help you adapt this … Read More...
Tutorial: Make kids leggings from an old top
Cintia from My Poppet shows how you can make kid leggings from one of your old long-sleeved t-shirts. The sleeves will become the legs, and a portion of the shirt body will be used for the waistband. If you keep … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a tummy control panel to a skirt
My interest is always sparked when I see the words “with tummy control” or “with slimming technology” on a tag in the clothing store. Me and my mama belly need some tummy control! But how much more awesome would it … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: House tooth fairy pillow with hidden pockets
Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial at Riley Blake Designs blog showing how to make this house tooth fairy pillow. There are two hidden pockets – a small pocket behind the door where your child can tuck … Read More...
Sewing inspiration: Pug backpack
Even my crazy cat lady self has to admit that this pug backpack is totally adorable. J Wo Sews is the creative sewist who made it, and she shares a blog post with all the details. It’s an adaptation of … Read More...
Project: Altered Plant Pot
Turn a plain old terracotta pot into a work of art using stamps, stencils and ink on tissue paper. Find complete directions over at A Vintage Journey.
-Heather
One and done mini quilt
Tonya of The Crafty Mummy kicks off the 12 Months of Mini Quilt event with this cheerful creation. Made from a single quilt block, she said her inspiration for the design came from one of her cross stitch patterns. Brilliant! … Read More...
Tutorial: Jasmine Flower Necklace
Delicate, summery flowers and little bobbles make this necklace a light and airy piece to whip up. The polymer clay flowers that are constructed could easily be any other colour, depending on your whim. Deep red roses, darker chain and … Read More...
Tutorial: Modern cut in sleeve blouse from a men’s shirt
Katja from Of Dreams and Seams shows how she created this fashion blouse out of a men’s button up shirt. The striking cut in sleeves are made from the shirt’s yoke. This clever refashion is mainly an exercise in cutting … Read More...