Monica from Deliberately Domestic shows how to make a simple clutch purse with a snap closure. Finished dimensions are approximately 11″ x 5″. She used a vinyl for the outside of hers, but you could use any type of fabric. … Read More...
Fabric Alphabet
I love sewing and quilting and, over the years, have collected a lot of scrap fabric. I thought perhaps some of you might have a hefty fabric collection so I thought I would share this great project you can make … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing small softie pieces
Part of what makes tiny pieces difficult to sew, especially ones with tight curves, is that there’s not much fabric to hold on to while you’re guiding them under the needle. Abby Glassenberg from While She Naps, and author … Read More...
Project Ideas: Valentine Hearts Cards
Now that the holidays are over it’s time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day! Punch or die cut some hearts and add a stamped sentiment for a quick but cute card, the Pine is Here blog has a couple ideas … Read More...
DIY – No Lye Soap Whip
This whipped soap recipe comes from SavyNaturalista who whipped up a batch of hardened liquid soap to create this light and fluffy whipped cream soap. For this recipe you need soap, coconut oil and glycerin. All the ingredients are easy … Read More...
25 Low Fat Snacks Recipes
Happy New Year! May your year be filled with good health, prosperity and creative eating. Did you make a New Year’s Resolution? I try not to set myself up for failure. I have a real hard time with new habits! … Read More...
Printable – Set Your 2014 Goals
This free printable can either be FUN or SERIOUS the choice is yours. Simply download and print it off to create a fun conversational piece with friends or stick it to your Motivation board to keep you on track and … Read More...
Simple Tips For Glass Paints
Have you ever looked at your old glassware and wondered how you could give them a new lease on life? Well, look no further than Madiganmade.com for inspiration. In her post, Madigan shares tips and tricks for painting crystal glasses … Read More...
Now That Your Crochet Gifts Have Been Given….Are There Still Strings Attached?
Now that you have given away your many wonderful crocheted projects, how do you feel about your gifts? Are they still yours? Do they now belong completely to the recipient to do with as s/he pleases? Do your feelings get … Read More...
NYC Knitters: Check Out Vogue Knitting Live!
If you’re a knitter in the New York area you might want to consider paying a visit to Vogue Knitting Live when it opens its doors at the New York Marriott Marquis from Jan. 17 to 19. This star-studded event … Read More...
DIY – Starburst Wrapper Necklace
This necklace is made from leftover starburst wrappers. It’s fun, frugal and funky! You could swap this for pretty much any candy wrapper. Just remember if you eat the candy for a DIY project the calories don’t count. (Wishful thinking) … Read More...
How to make a snowman in a jar playdough kit
I am starting to think that snowmen are this year’s theme. Here is another super cute snowman craft project perfect for kid gifts. Pop on over to blog The Connections We Share for the tutorial on how to make a … Read More...
Tutorial: Let out a hem to lengthen a garment
Lynette from Running With Scissors shows you to use hem tape to let out the hem of a garment. The hem tape will turn the raw edge to the bag, allowing you to eke every bit of length you can … Read More...
Tutorial: Book-sized needle book
Monica Solorio-Snow from Happy Zombie is over at the Liberty Craft Blog with a tutorial showing how you can make a pretty needle book for your needles and pins. Her method of construction leaves no raw edges and requires no … Read More...
41 Valentine’s Day Crafts: Valentine’s Day Cards, Gifts, and More free eBook
Are you planning your Valentine’s Day crafts? FaveCraft has a cool FREE eBook out that you can download plus watch their video giving a sneak preview of what is inside. There are some fun and charming projects for everyone. … Read More...
An Adventurous Crocheter
I feel compelled to give a shout out to a fairly new crocheter who seems fearless in attempting new projects and even better at making the adaptations she finds suitable. I certainly admire beautiful crochet work done by anyone. … Read More...
Tutorial: Double zippered throw pillow
Head over to Sew4Home to see how to make this double zippered throw pillow. It features an exposed zipper on the front and the back of the pillow. Both zippers are functional, but the one on the front unzips to … Read More...
Multi Needle Machine Embroidery
If you are intimidated by multi needle machine embroidery, then you need to head on over to Eileen’s Machine Embroidery blog to join in the conversation about that topic. Once you have mastered regular machine embroidery apparently the next step … Read More...
How to make recycled Christmas tree ornaments
When you take your Christmas tree down why not recycle it and make ornaments for next year. Pop on over to the blog While Wearing Heals to see how to make recycled Christmas tree silhouette ornaments. I bet these … Read More...
Last Minute DIY New Year’s Eve Plates
Tick tock, tick tock time is running out to plan for the New Year’s Eve Party. If you have some glass plates on hand then you are all set to create these simple but adorable party plates. If you do … Read More...