Continuing along with the cane theme… Amatista generously shares a tutorial on her Flickr photostream to make a flower cane similar to this one. She has a website to see more of her lovely work as well.
Check out this … Read More...
Video tutorial: Hong Kong finish for seam allowances and hems
Professor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing how to make a Hong Kong finish for your seam allowances and for a hem. Go to their video to see how it’s done.
[photo from Professor Pincushion]
Tutorial: Sock stick horse
Angie from The Country Chic Cottage shows how you can DIY a stick horse toy. The horse’s face is actually made from a thick sock, embellished with button eyes and felt ears and a yarn mane. Go to her blog … Read More...
Olive Oil Candles
Learn how to make candles simply with wicks and the olive oil you likely have around the house. Check out the tutorial from Allison at Dream a Little Bigger.
Tutorial: Tattered Paper Flower Accent
Danielle at Fat Cat Stamper is sharing how to make a cool tattered flower embellishment from pattern paper, die cuts and ink stains. Click here for her how to.
-Heather
Heat Embossed Alphabet Rocks
Approximately 10 years ago, I made our wedding invitations and heat embossed every single one. I loved using that embossing heat tool
! This is the perfect craft to pull it out of storage or pick one up! They are … Read More...
Cadbury Cream Egg Brownies
Still have some leftover Easter candy in the basket? Seriously? Stiiiillll? Well, if there are any Cadbury cream eggs in there, here’s a yummy way to use them up. Make Cadbury Cream egg, perfectly arranged, brownies HERE at In Katrina’s … Read More...
Kate Middleton Says She’s Taken up Knitting
A lot of moms-to-be start knitting (or start knitting again) while they are pregnant so they can make something special for their new little one. Apparently Kate Middleton is one of those people.
Yahoo UK reports that the Duchess of … Read More...
Tutorial: High chair seat cover
Liz from Cotton & Curls shares a tutorial for making a high seat chair cover. Whether the original cover is worn out, stained, or just plain ugly, she shows how you can make a new one using the old seat … Read More...
Free Sewing Tutorial: Swimsuit coverup tunic
Spring has finally arrived, and summer won’t be far behind. Merrick from Merrick’s Art shows how you can make a new swimsuit coverup. It’s long-sleeved and tunic length, and made from a lightweight knit fabric. The design is inspired by … Read More...
Idea file: Lace collar vest refashion
Hanna from Pearls & Scissors shows the vest she updated with a thrifted lace collar. I’m loving the contrast between the brown corduroy and the romantic lace collar. Go to her blog to read more about her refashion.
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Freebie | Project Life Cards by American Crafts for HSN Blush & Jade
Becky Higgins recently released two new Project Life editions on HSN: Blush & Jade. In collaboration with American Crafts she is offering this set of free printable journal cards that coordinate with the new editions. Click here to go to … Read More...
An Oinker
This is such an adorable hat for a baby. If you’re a pig fan, this would be the hat for you! Also, for my Arkansas relatives – all those Razorback-loving folks.
Jennifer has designed this free pattern and has … Read More...
Kids Craft – Valentine Heart String Art
This is a great craft for you to do with your kids. The options and designs are endless! You can find the materials and … Read More...
Freebie | Project Life Journal Cards from Suzy Q Scraps
These free Project journal cards from Suzy Q Scraps come in 3×4 and 4×3 orientations as well as both US and UK spellings. Awesome! Click here to get the download.
Looking for supplies for journaling? Check these Art, Junk and … Read More...
Snow Day Party Ideas
Winterwonderland by Birds party Here are some Quick Snow Day Party Ideas.
Food coloring in Squeezey bottles for snow art by ReallyQuite Lucky
Snow day Printables from Home School Creations.
Q-tip snow flake decorations from Babycentre.com
Snow Icecream recipe by … Read More...
Review: Why I kicked my Rowenta to the curb
I have to admit, I was not thrilled about receiving a Panasonic iron
to review. After all, I own a Rowenta
. Even so, I dutifully set up a sewing day with my daughter to try it out. We planned … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s Pixie Dust Dress with handkerchief hem
Amy from Nap Time Crafters and Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop shares a tutorial for making her Pixie Dust Dress for little girls. It has a buttoned crossover bodice, a wide sash, and a layered skirt with a handkerchief hem. Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Tuxedo stripe leggings
Miranda from One Little Minute shows how to adapt a basic leggings pattern to give them a tuxedo stripe down the sides. The stripe is pieced into the leggings (as opposed to just being stitched down on top). Go to … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Boden-inspred upcycled t-shirt shorts
Cherie from I Am Mama, Hear Me Roar upcycled a striped t-shirt into a new pair of shorts for her little boy. The look is inspired by some knit shorts she saw in a Mini-Boden catalog. They’re quick and easy … Read More...