Jessica from Running With Scissors shows how to adapt her Simple Blouse pattern to give it a quilted look. The “quilting” is actually just lines of stitching so there’s no bulk added. She also shows how to use bias tape … Read More...
Tutorial: Quick update for white polka dot fabric
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows an easy to get a new look from a denim printed with white polka dots. She colors in the polka dots with fabric markers to make it a multi-colored polka dot pattern. She did … Read More...
Pop’s New Look
Do you know a guy who typically wears bow ties? Christopher Kimball from Cook’s Illustrated. The late Senator Paul Simon from Illinois. Any guy in a tux…… No one in my life wears a bow tie, but I really … Read More...
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Tutorial: Ice or roller skate bag
Kelley from Casa Crafty shares a tutorial at Hideous! Dreadful! Stinky! showing how to make a skate tote to carry your skates to and from the rink. The outside of the bag is made from a laminated cotton, with a … Read More...
Free pattern: Circle skirt for an 18″ doll
When is a bucket hat pattern not a bucket hat pattern? When it becomes a pattern for a doll skirt! Oliver + S shows how you can adapt their free bucket hat pattern to make it a circle skirt that … Read More...
Lion Brand Unveils Wonders of the Yarn World at CHA
This weekend was a big one for crafty trade shows, with The National NeedleArts Association having its winter show and the Craft Hobby Association hosting what’s billed as the world’s largest crafting show. These shows are an opportunity for manufacturers … Read More...
DIY Lace Gift Boxes
You can easily DIY these charming lace gift boxes with instructions and a free printable from Anna Skye of downloadandprint.com via Hostess with the Mostess. {Edited} Please note that if you are looking for the template to download be … Read More...
General Stash-Busting Project Ideas
Over the next week or so I’m going to be sharing a lot of different specific patterns that would be good for stash busting, but first I wanted to offer some general considerations for using bits of stash in projects … Read More...
Freebie: Birthday Downloads
The Paper Craft Connections blog has 5 fabulous free birthday phrases to download, click here to get them.
-Heather
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63 Valentines Heart Crafts pattern & tutorials
Over on Favecrafts there are “63 Valentines Heart Crafts” in one place! Valentine’s Day is the best day to show someone that you really care. Make Valentines heart crafts! Get some ideas for Valentine crafts to make for your significant … Read More...
Mini Football Sub
We don’t have football parties, but the family will sit down together to watch the game. Of course, we have the essential snacks and food to enjoy the game and commercials. This year I’ll do more than wings and pizza … Read More...
DIY – Neon Nail Polish Necklace
Neon is all the rage right now but for how long? Investing in a piece of jewelry be it your DIY time or money could be costly. This tutorial re-purposes outdated rhinestone jewelry into some fresh and new. This … Read More...
Tutorial: Leather oyster knife carrying case
Alida from Alida Makes shows how she made this leather carrying case for her husband’s new set of oyster knives. The roll-up case has pockets inside to hold 4 oyster knives. It rolls up and ties shut. The leather is … Read More...
Tutorial: Knit heart dress for little girls
Alexia from Lexi Made shares a tutorial over at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to make the cutest little girl’s dress. It’s an A-line dress from knit fabric with three-quarter sleeves and an oversized heart reverse appliqued at the hem. … Read More...
Tutorial: Moby style wrap carrier
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shares a pair of tutorials showing how to make a Moby style baby wrap carrier. Her first tutorial how to make the basic wrap out of knit fabric. She follows it with a guest tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial: Heart tree Valentine throw pillow
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how to make this heart tree throw pillow to decorate for Valentines’ Day. She includes a pattern for the tree shape and the heart leaves. The heart tree is easily made using fusible webbing. … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY Foam Stamps
Can find the right stamp for your project? Make your own simple shaped stamped from foam, the In La La Land blog has all the details. I love the trendy arrows and chevron she made!
-Heather
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In Getting Started With Scrapbooking
Phyllis Matthews helps you to create your very first scrapbook. She outlines the beginning steps you need to take, then carries you through completing your first page, and eventually a … Read More...
