The easiest way to shorten a pair of jeans is to just roll up a little cuff, no cutting, no sewing. It’s a quick fix and gives a laid-back, casual flavor. But sometimes the amount you need to take off … Read More...
Olympic Medal Treats
Quick, easy, and made from just Oreos and fruit by the foot
. That’s it! This would be great for a last minute treat to celebrate the Olympics. Find the how-tos HERE at Mirabelle Creations.
Thrifty Wedding Features Gorgeous Knit Dress
I don’t know if you’ve gotten married recently (it’s been 10 years for me!) or if you’ve taken part in any sort of wedding planning recently, but weddings are expensive. Couples and their parents are going all out for that … Read More...
Lily’s Dishcloth Extravaganza Continues
I’ve been in and out all week with my daughter home from school, so I missed sharing this with you earlier, but the free dishcloth pattern of the week from Lily’s 8 Weeks of Summer Dishcloth Extravaganza is now available.… Read More...
Free Pattern: Double Knit Potholder
I recently got into double knitting, where you make two stockinette surfaces at once in two different colors, and while I’ve been meaning to make a double knit potholder for a while, I haven’t quite gotten to it yet (the … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: 5-Minute Bandana Headband
Jessica from Sunny Tuesday shares a tutorial at Positively Splendid showing how to make her 5-Minute Bandana Headband. They look like they’re just been folded up and tied around your head, but they’re actually sewn into shape. It’s super simple … Read More...
Finding Clay Animals
It’s a little specific but I went hunting sculpted animals that were not too cartoony. I have nothing against cartoon and cute figures but was looking for the more realistic:
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| Kudu Antelope by cyanowl | Chipmunk by trolltracks |
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| Palomino Filly by |
Tutorial: Patchwork Conversation Bag
This patchwork Conversation Bag by Sarah from Sew Sweetness is all kinds of awesome. The boxy retro shape, the colors, the patchwork. I love everything about it! Are you loving it, too? She shares a tutorial on her blog for … Read More...
How to make a popsicle garland
Art Journaling Class | The Big 10
Katie of Punk Projects will be holding this 10 day mini class all about Art Journaling. Sign up for $10 to get 10 prompts for 10 days from August 1st to 10th. Click here for more information.
Looking for … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Welcome Little One
Start your holiday handmade with Elizabeth
Elizabeth of Don’t Call Me Betsy kicked off Christmas in July festivities this week, starting with this Mariner’s Star pillow. Before it’s over she’ll have nine different bloggers sharing tutorials for decor and gift items. The pillow front is a … Read More...
Tutorial: Laminated cotton beach tote in two sizes
Lila Tueller shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a beach tote out of laminated cotton. She includes two sizes: a small one (20″ wide x 14″ tall x 6″ deep), and a large one (26″ wide … Read More...
Mini-tute: Bowties and Blooms quilt block
Lindsay of CraftFoxes shares how to create this quilt block saying it’s perfect for beginners who might fear triangles. Called Bowties and Blooms, John Q. Adams designed it for the book, Fat Quarterly Shape Workshop for Quilters. Get … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Medina Mini Kaftan swimsuit cover-up
You can find a free pattern for making the chic Media Mini Kaftan by HotPatterns over at Fabric.com. It’s a swimsuit cover-up with a contrast around the shaped neckline and at the hem and sleeve bands. A drawstring waist gives … Read More...
Tutorial: Rainbow ruffle skirt for little girls
Jodi from Meaningful Mama put rainbows and ruffles together in a skirt for her young daughter’s birthday, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. She started with a thrifted knit skirt, and added the tiered of gathered … Read More...
Make a Pinterest Board for a Chance to Win Sunstruck Needles
Yesterday I told you about Knit Pick’s new Sunstruck needles, and the reception to them has been so great that Knit Picks has launched a Pinterest contest so a few lucky people can win some of the needles.
To … Read More...
Your Knitting Life Ceases Publication
Your Knitting Life, the two-year-old knitting magazine formerly known as Knitting Today, has announced that it will cease publication with the June/July 2012 issue, which is on newsstands now. Editor-in-chief Theresa Gonzalez, who has been with the magazine from … Read More...
Circle of Flowers
This lovely circle of flowers will be so pretty whatever color(s) you decide to stitch it up in. Choose a variegated floss set for an even different look. Get the free chart.
Sheep(ish) Makes the Move to Bernat
I don’t know how much you know — or care to know! — about the business side of the yarn world, but last year the yarn company Caron was acquired by Spinrite, the company behind Patons, Bernat and Lily (which … Read More...