Becky from U Create shows how you can make a drawstring backpack using bandanas. You’ll need four of them, plus some cording and some grommets. Get the how-to.
[photo from U Create]
Make Your Own Spin Drum
When my daughter was a little girl ,my sister in law bought one of these for her while on a trip to Mexico. I always thought they would be a fun craft, and now someone has done it!! You can … Read More...
Tutorial: Braided bandana headband
Jennifer Gordon shares a video tutorial showing how you can create a cute braided headband out of bandanas. The braided headband has a bit of elastic sewn into the bottom so it fits snug. If you don’t have bandanas, you … Read More...
Tutorial: Turn two tight tees into one drapey top
Meg from meggipeg shows how she turned two t-shirts that were too tight into one loose-fitting drapey top. One shirt becomes the main body piece, and the other turned into side insets with pockets. She includes a free pattern for … Read More...
Tutorial: Magnetic Book Marks
Sarah from ThINKG STAMPS created some adorable magnetic book marks using stamps and dies from My Favorite Things. These would perfect back to school gift for the kids! Find a how to tutorial video on her blog.
-Heather
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Knit List: Lion Brand Bonbons
This is one of those things that I started a long time ago and then I started freaking out about my book and decided I couldn’t knit anything else for a while so I abandoned the project and didn’t manage … Read More...
Fantasia Craft Contest – Dover Publications
I’m sure you’re familiar with Dover Publications–the folks responsible for all of those wonderful collections of royalty free images, unique coloring books, and affordable copies of classic novels? But did you know that they regularly host contests? The latest is Craft Fantasia, … Read More...
Free Pattern: Align Mitts
I’ve been a little mitt-obsessed lately. I think that’s because fingerless gloves are something I use all the time when it’s cold outside. And even when it’s not. My hands are cold a lot and I love to have a … Read More...
Winner of “Circular Knitting Workshop: Master Knitting in the Round”
Farmlady lucky number “32” is the winner of this giveaway “Circular Knitting Workshop: Master Knitting in the Round”. The winner was picked by http://www.random.org/ Congratulations Farmlady! Thanks to all of you that joined in this book giveaway and do enter … Read More...
It’s a Purl Man to Do Live Podcast on YouTube
I have to admit it’s been a while since I’ve listened to any knitting podcasts, but I remember liking It’s a Purl, Man, described by its creator, Guido Stein, as a show “about a guy form Boston with yarn … Read More...
Op Art Felted Totebag Free Knitting Pattern
How flattering is it when someone asks you where you purchased something you created and you can answer “I made it”! I found this stunning pattern on “Noble Knits” and it is free to download. Use all your favorite colors … Read More...
Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired tie neck sweater
Jennifer Brasher fromTwo Butterflies made this tie neck sweater, inspired by a similar sweater from Anthropologie. She used a thrifted sweater and some thrifted fabric, so her version cost just $5 to make. She shares a tutorial on her … Read More...
How to make a recycled sofa chicken tractor
I love when I get to see a fabulous recycled project and learn about something new. Such is the case today. I didn’t happen to know what a chicken tractor was but thanks to Bethany of the blog Craft Foxes … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Organ softies
Janine from Heidi in Lederhosen shares photos of her latest sewing project – a set of felt organs she’s making for a friend. Her friend is a teacher and will use these in the classroom. So far she’s made a … Read More...
Cookie Monster’s Cookie Recipe
Yes. Cookie Monster has his very own sugar cookie recipe. It was printed in the 1970s’ book, Big Bird’s Busy Book. (Interesting side note, my friend’s father is an artist who contributed to this and many other Sesame Street … Read More...
Product Review: Astrobrights Paper
I recently got the chance to play with several different types of papers from Astrobrights. Astrobrights is just that, bright and bold for a great pop of color on any paper crafting project. It comes in 23 different colors … Read More...
What is Hot on Etsy?
What’s hot on Etsy? Well, there’s lots of crochet there! I found some vendors who have some spectacular crochet offerings. Tell me what you like.
There’s this pretty crochet bracelet at Beach Plum Cottage
Then, there’s this interesting piece… Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | My Wish
Tutorial: Simple Kaleidoscope Canes
One of the coolest canes to make has definitely got to be a kaleidoscope cane. And there are more ways to make the parts that any sane person could figure out in a lifetime. The above is a simple, straightforward … Read More...
Wall Sconce Class from Helio Glass
Helios Glass in Austin, TX offers such cool classes as well as fun events and activities. Their panel wall sconce class is one and the Friday night glass swap is another. Go Helios!! The sconce class looks like a really … Read More...
