Curly Pops shows how she refashioned a basic maxi tank dress. She shortens it and gives it a vintage-inspired look with a contrasting Peter Pan collar, belt, and pockets. Go to her blog to see how to do it.… Read More...
Tutorial: Standard buttonholes on an embroidery machine, plus a freebie
If you have an embroidery machine, Eileen’s Machine Embroidery suggests using it to make buttonholes on your garment. She cites the better control over length and placement as the number one reason to do this. There’s also the fact that … Read More...
Tutorial: Striped polo dress refashion
Susan from Second Chances by Susan lucked out when she found a men’s size 4x polo shirt at a thrift store. She was able to turn it into this awesome striped dress. Check out the way she plays with stripes … Read More...
Tutorial: Smocked baby romper
Delia from Delia Creates shows how to make a baby romper with elastic thread shirring/smocking at the top. The stretchy top and tie straps give flexibility in fit. She gives measurements to make one in a size 12-18 months, but … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Placemat bibs
Dana from MADE joings the Vintage May blog series (hosted by Craftiness is Optional and Skirt as Top) with a tutorial showing how to make baby bibs out of quilted fabric placemats. The large size and the quilted layers provide … Read More...
Glittery Cupcake Toppers
I’m pretty sure I need to make some kind of glitter-covered topper for every cake and cupcake I make from now to eternity, because I love these. Cupcake toppers, non-toxic glue and disco dust. So smart! Find the how-tos HERE … Read More...
Freebie: Nerdy Girl Digital Stamp
Nerdy is the definitely new sexy!! Penny Blossoms has this cute sexy/nerdy girl digi stamp to download for free. Hurry and grab her, she’s only free for a limited time!
-Heather
Finding the right marker for colouring skin can be … Read More...
Stiletto Heel Cupcakes
These are edible. No, really. All edible. And yet, I’d kind of like to wear them. Make amazing stiletto heel cupcakes HERE at Make me my Cake.
Show & Tell | Project Life Mini Toolbox
Tyra at CraftSwag shares how she used a wooden cutlery box to organize her tools and supplies for Project Life. I guess I know what I’ll be hunting for at the flea market soon! Click here to read all … Read More...
Show & Tell | Washi Tape Card/Note/Photo Holder
Saaleha at Soul & Paper shows us the little folder style box that she made using a template designed by Damask Love. You can use it to hold cards, notes or photos. I love how she decorated the cover … Read More...
Show & Tell | Butterfly Friendship Cards
DeDe at Designed Decor shares this idea for making friendship cards for new friends. You’ll love what she tucked inside each card! Click here to see more.
Did you know Butterflies are deep and powerful representations of life. Many cultures … Read More...
Esty Shop of the Week – Nemki
This week’s featured Etsy shop is Nemki. Nemki is based out of England and sells illustrated accessories. What does that cover? Everything from baby bibs to coffee mugs to iPhone cases. Nemki artist Namie claims most of her inspiration … Read More...
Party Idea – Doc Mcstuffins
Doc McStuffins is one of the latest Disney crazes swooping across backyard parties.
These images from “CatchMyParty” are adorable and the candy floss “stuffing” could be used for other themes too.
Check out these free printables we featured earlier in … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: T-shirt maxi dress a tween will love
Melissa Mortenson from Fourteen May and Polka Dot Chair shows how to make a maxi dress. My tween-age daughter would love this!! And it looks to be a quick & easy sew, too. The bodice and sleeves are a basic … Read More...
Felt fan necklace inspired by Anthropologie DIY
This Felt necklace is from “copy-craft” she likes to show off the things that she discovers and makes. This is a great way to use up your felt scraps and have a stunning piece of jewelry.
Tutorial: Giraffe fleece coat or costume
Cheryl from The Green Hedgehog and Sew Can Do shows how she created this giraffe hoodie for her son. It’s a basic hoodie pattern (Simplicity 5632) made out of a giraffe print fleece, and with ears and a tail added … Read More...
Tips: Using the Genius Die Cut Platform
Claudine’s Art Corner has a product review for the new Genius Platforms, this system for die cutting machines is magnetic so your thin metal dies will stay in place and not move around! For more tips on how to use … Read More...
Hobbit House
I have mentioned before what a fan of The Hobbit I am. I love all the Tolkein books and must admit that I love all the movies that are based on them from the Rankin Bass ones to the more … Read More...
Tulip Marshmallow Pops
So pretty for spring, and I love any chance to use cupcake wrappers. Make chocolate marshmallow tulip pops HERE at the Layer Cake Shop blog.
Classic collage craft
This so brought me back to my teenage days. I used to make collages with words from magazines. Back then it mas just collage, now it’s scrapbooking/mixed media/art journaling…there are all sorts of names for it. But hey if too … Read More...
