Katie from Punk Projects shows how she made an organizer for her sewing tools in an embroidery hoop. The hoop frames a set of fabric pockets so you can hang it on the wall. She gives dimensions to make one … Read More...
Tutorial: French seam pillowcase for a standard bed pillow
New pillowcases, especially in fun colors, sure can freshen up your bed linens. Louise Wackerman from I’m Feelin’ Crafty! shares a tutorial over at Go To Sew showing how to make a pillowcase for a standard bed pillow. She … Read More...
Tutorial: Versa Skirt, a skirt to wear three ways
Delia from Delia Creates shows how to make her Versa Skirt, a skirt that can be worn three ways – a maxi skirt, a high waisted skirt, or a strapless dress. All three are beautiful looks for summertime wear. Her … Read More...
Freebie: Fairies Digital Stamp
Until the end of July you can download this adorable digi stamp of fairies pulling on a girls pigtails over at Squigglefly.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps? Check out the digital stamps at Design Bundle
Tutorial | How to Make a Notebook Using Project Life Cards
Crystal at A Pumpkin & A Princess shows how you can use the Cinch binding machine to make cute notebooks using Project Life journaling cards. Decorate them to use for lists, journaling or scavenger hunts! Click here to see … Read More...
What Does A Mason Jar Have To Do With Crochet?
Believe it or not, I do use the computer to check out things other than crochet. I am a regular reader of jillee’s blog and often find some very useful ideas there. I read about this Mason jar conversion … Read More...
Etsy Shop of the Week – ChrisWDesigns
This week’s featured Etsy shop is ChrisWDesigns. ChrisWDesigns is one of the many shops on Etsy that don’t sell pre-made crafts, but patterns for helping you make your own gorgeous crafts. In this case, designer/creator Christine Welsh offers patterns … Read More...
DIY Hand-painted Mug Wedding Favors
Alicia Parsons shares a quick and easy tutorial for wedding favors your guests will love! These hand-painted mugs only require 2 supplies, and can be customized in a million different ways. Get the details at Polka Dot Bride… Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Tropical handstitched applique t-shirt
Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows how to add a tropical handstitched stitched applique to a plain t-shirt. She used a white shirt with heather gray shapes. Contrast handstitching adds a hint of color. She includes templates for the designs … Read More...
DIY Gilded Vintage Frame Jewelry Using Mod Podge Melts
Justine from Sew Country Chick, and her daughter Lily created these beautiful earrings and pendant using a new Mod Podge product called Mod Podge Melts
. This is a fun tutorial that will inspire you to think outside the box … Read More...
Cool idea: Use plastic bags to stuff an outdoor pillow
Do you have a pile of plastic grocery bags piling up at your house? In spite of my best efforts to reduce the number of bags I bring home from the store, they just keep multiplying. Staci from Crafty Staci… Read More...
Technique: Mixed Media Tags
Granola Spoons – Edible Spoons
1finecookie shares this great idea. Spoons that are edible! (Ok, so the whole spoon isn’t edible – but most of the parts are).
Your kids will thank you for it. These spoons are made of Granola (and I suspect, the … Read More...
Cookies with the flavor of Summer
Sue of MunchkinMunchies (try saying that three time) created these cookies for a friend.
The cookies are all adorable and each one is somehow related to summer fun.
Which one is your favorite?
Go get these summer cookie ideas at … Read More...
DIY – Milk Jug Igloo
If you haven’t already seen these Igloos all over the internet then what igloo have you been hiding in? You will need around 450+ milk bottles so you better start drinking the good stuff.
Squidoo has some great links … Read More...
10 Tutorials for First-time Candle Makers
Making candles can seem like a daunting task, especially if you’ve never done it before. However, with the right tools and guidance, anyone can create beautiful and unique candles that are perfect for home décor or as a personalized gift … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Sew a shirred maxi dress
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how you can make a shirred maxi dress for yourself. The elastic thread shirring makes the bodice stretchy so there’s no fussing to get a perfect fit. She used a knit … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew t-shirt skirt
Anne from WobiSobi shows how to make turn a large t-shirt into a skirt, with no sewing required. Instead of sewing, she cuts slits into the shirt and threads the ends of the sleeves through them. You’ll need to use … Read More...
Tutorial: Fold-up towel backpack
Jess from Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial over at Craftaholics Anonymous showing how to make a towel that folds up into a backpack. It’s made from a bath towel and a hand towel. The hand towel will become the backpack … Read More...
Raised Padded Stem Stitch Band
Elizabeth of Sew in Love has been working on a Stumpwork Dragonfly and in part of the process, she includes a tutorial for raised padded stem stitch band. In this case, she is using it to create the dragonfly’s … Read More...
