Jane from Buzzmills shows how to make a soft flannel blanket trimmed out with pom pom. I think pom pom trim makes everything happy, especially when it’s brightly colored pom poms like the ones she used. Love!! Go to Buzzmills … Read More...
Allergy Proofing your home
It might still be cold, but Spring is coming and you may need these tips and tricks to allergy proof your home.
Some of these are very basic – and downright common sense, but hey we all need to be … Read More...
Destatsh for a Good Cause: Knitting for Charity
If you have yarn that you like but there’s just too much of it for you to knit it all for yourself and those friends and family members who who be grateful (because, let’s face it, not everyone in our … Read More...
Using letterpress drawers to organize your stuff
Need more ideas for organizing your stuff and life? Well, let’s just start with your stuff. The life can take care of itself.
Randi Dukes has 12 (no – not just 1) ideas to organize your stuff into a unique … Read More...
Knit Heart Mittens for the Whole Family
I’ve been on the lookout for projects with hearts and a Valentine’s theme — and there will be more later — and I wanted to share this cute idea from Red Heart.
The Family Heart Mittens are just simple stockinette … Read More...
Valentine Cream Wafers
Cute and super easy to make!
I love simple and easy recipes that can be whipped up last minute. Betty Crocker shows us how to make them. The cookie and the filling has 4 ingredients and they are staples in … Read More...
Party Ideas – Superbowl Pizza Night
Are you ready for the biggest sports event of the year? That’s right, the Superbowl is almost here! Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or just in it for the parties and food, the Superbowl is an exciting time of … Read More...
Vintage Seating Chart + Romantic Wedding Inspiration
This beautiful wedding featured at Confetti Day Dreams is brimming over with so many romantic details! I love the seating chart shown above, created from doilies and ribbon, but there are many sweet touches that make this wedding special. Be … Read More...
Hearts and Birds for Valentines
Stacey at Fearn Abbey Needleworks has posted a sweet Valentine freebie and shows it on two different ground fabrics in her blog. It is shown here on the black fabric. It looks beautiful on either choice – although it looks … Read More...
Tutorial: Heart shaped pockets
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how to make a heart shaped pocket like the one she put on a dress she made for her niece. Details like this make cute accents for Valentine Day wear and for year round. … Read More...
How to make a Valentine heart bookmark
With Valentine’s Day on the horizon I bet you are like me and looking for fun little craft projects to whip up for all the little “loves” in your life. Pop on over to the blog Just Crafty Enough to … Read More...
Tutorial: Valentine chair back pocket
Andy from A Bright Corner shares a tutorial at the Therm O Web blog showing how you can make a fabric pocket. You can decorate it with hearts and make it a Valentine pocket to hang on the back of … Read More...
Project: Valentine Mixed Media Canvas Art
Add some paint, stencils and stamping onto a small canvas for a lovely mini Valentine collage. Find more info over at the Stamping and Company site.
-Heather
Tutorial: Install a centered zipper
If the thought of installing a zipper sends a cold wave of fear through you – or if (less dramatically) you find that avoid sewing projects that require installing a zipper, Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. . has a … Read More...
Tutorial: Love Note Valentine Bunting
Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial at Lil Luna showing how you can make her Love Note Valentine Bunting. It’s made up of 14 fabric envelopes strung together to make a pretty banner to hang. The envelopes have button … Read More...
Winner | Getting Started With Scrapbooking e-Book
We have a winner! I used random.org to do the draw
Number 6 is Sue Moore!
Congrats! Please check your e-mail for instructions on how to collect your prize.
Thanks to everyone for entering. If you’d like to purchase the … Read More...
Silhouette Tips & Tricks from Dream A little Bigger
Allison from Dream a Little Bigger shares some tips and tricks about the Silhouette Cameo that she has picked up along the way. From making sure your blade settings are correct, tips for saving on papers, and keeping your blades … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Happy Hearts Day
Tutorial: Side seam vent
Lynnette from Running With Scissors shows how you can make a side vent for a long top or tunic. The They show it as a variation of their Simple Blouse Pattern, turning the basic blouse into hip length tunic. You … Read More...
Free pattern: Pencil skirt peplum dress
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a free pattern for making a pencil skirt peplum dress. It’s a classic look that you can sew up fairly easily using knit fabric. Her free pattern comes in two sizes – women’s size … Read More...