Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop and Nap Time Crafters shows how to make a set of bumpers for a crib. Instead of making it one long piece, she breaks into 6 separate panels. They have a fun chevron pattern on … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled bolero sweater refashion
Trish from Two Peas in a Pod refashioned a couple of sweaters into this cute ruffled bolero for her daughter. One sweater became the body of the bolero, and the other was used to make contrast ruffles. She shares a … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a blind hem on your sewing machine
A blind hem creates an almost invisible hem on a skirt or trouser legs. Katy from No Big Dill shows how you can create a blind hem on your sewing machine. Most sewing machines come with the blind hem foot … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s Lolita style dress
Kataryna from Chibi Designs and Sew Chibi tells how she made the dress that is part of her daughter’s Gothic Lolita Witch costume. It’s a modification of a basic peasant dress pattern. Her how-to tells how to make the modifications … Read More...
Burlap Fall Napkin Rings
Use polymer clay and burlap to create this pretty addition to your Thanksgiving tablescape. The holidays wouldn’t be complete without a beautiful table setting! See it at Crafts unleashed here — Fall napkin rings idea.
Project: Halloween Candle
Use pattern papers, ribbons and stamps to make a fun and easy Halloween candle. It’s a perfect addition for the middle of a party table! Find directions over on the Gel-a-tins stamps blog.
-Heather
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Clever Crocheted Accessories
Are you a fan of Brett Bara? Have you seen her as the host of Knit and Crochet Now! on TV? I love that show! Now, she’s gathered 25 quick projects into one book for all of us to have … Read More...
Tutorial: A Halloween Skull
Take a peek at the IPCA’s site and Leila Bidler’s send off to Halloween – here’s one of the tutorial links: Clay Skulls
Free project: Tear-able quilt
Michelle from Design Camp PDX tells me she’s on a mission to demystify sewing with wool, claiming it’s not as difficult as many think. In that vein, she created this quilt from 8 wool fat quarters she received from … Read More...
Glam Bat Halloween Necklace
There’s nothing creepy about this bat necklace designed by Create Your Style Team, Austria. Learn how to make your own just in time for Halloween at CreateYourStyle.com!
Editor’s note: I clicked “What do you need” and the download link was … Read More...
Tutorial: Give a plain sweatshirt a slimmer fit and a wider neck
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows how she refashioned a plain crewneck sweatshirt to make it look less utilitarian. She widened the neckline and added a contrast band. She also added contrast cuffs on the sleeves and narrowed the fit. … Read More...
Project: Halloween Spider Candy Bag Card
This little spider has got his bag and is all ready to go trick or treating! Creep on over to the Ellen Hudson blog for directions for making this cute card!
-Heather
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Dancing Reindeer
This dancing chap is cute as can be and will make a nice little ornament for the holidays and while I know it is barely Halloween, the winter holidays will be here before you know it! Free from JB CrossStitch. … Read More...
How to make a ghost treat bucket
Over at the blog Ribbons and Bows Oh My! there is a fun tutorial on how to make a recycled bucket ghost treat pail.
Supplies:
- Paint can or another bucket container
- White paper or paint
- White tulle
- Hot glue gun
Tutorial: Child’s costume half cape
Kataryna from Chibi Designs and Sew Chibi shows how she make a child’s half cape. It’s a versatile accessory for Halloween costumes, whether your child is dressing as a super hero, a princess, or even Little Riding Hood. The one … Read More...
Tutorial: Face Mat game
This Face Mat that Caroline from Salsa Pie made has been a huge hit with her kids. It’s like a cross between a Mr. Potato Head and a felt board. How could it NOT be fun? They can add hair, … Read More...
Spider Mason Jar Votives
Formal Fringe re-purposed some cute spider cupcake holders and small mason jars to create simple, festive votive holders. See more photos here.
Freebie: Halloween Witches Boots Cupcake Topper
Looks like this witch took a dive into a yummy cupcake! These toppers are so cute and fun. Download the free witches boot pattern over on the A Muse Studio blog.
-Heather
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Tutorial: Peplum shirt refashioned from a button up shirt
Liz from Cotton & Curls shows how she refashioned a men’s button up shirt into a peplum shirt for herself. She gives it a slimmer fit through the top and sleeves, but uses the full width of the shirt at … Read More...
Halloween Week at write.click.scrapbook
Last week over at write.click.scrapbook it was all about Halloween!Follow the links below to tons of ideas from the team.
1. Home Decor
2. More decor, treat ideas and, earrings?
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