Wen from What’s Mummy Up To? shows how to create a cute little memory game out of fabric scraps. The fabric pieces are easy for small hands to hold and will stand up to toddler play better than cardboard pieces. … Read More...
Sale: Shameless Self Promotion :)
Just wanted to pop in and share that I’m having a summer sale in my Etsy shop, P is for Paper. Use Coupon Code: 15PERCENTOFF at check out and receive 15% off your entire purchase until the end of … Read More...
How to upcycle linens with freezer paper stenciling
Get a Trial of Wildflower Knits’ New Course
Kennita Tully, the knitter behind Wildflower Knits is launching an e-course this fall and is giving interested people a free sneak peek at the offerings.
She says the course will focus on a particular knitting technique each month and will … Read More...
Cute Kitty in Vase of Flowers
This little kitty is exploring the flowers and you should be too. Get the free chart.
Frisky Scissors gift certificate winner
The winner of the giveaway for the $15 gift certificate from Frisky Scissors vintage pattern shop is…
Comment #13 from Sarah B, who said:
“Wow! So many beautiful things… hard to choose which one I’d have a go at. But … Read More...
Free Pattern: Sweater Babe’s Peplum Cardigan
This month’s free pattern from the Sweater Babe is a peplum cardigan worked from the top down with mock cables running down the front and used in belt loops that hold a ribbon belt in place.
The three-quarter sleeves are … Read More...
Tutorial: Painted tie-dye chevron pattern
Aunt Peaches used watercolor tie-dye paints and doodling to create the awesome print on this throw pillow, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. The watercolor tie-dye paints look like they’d be so much fun to play … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple Skirt for little girls
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff guest blogs in the Skirting the Issue charity sewing series at with a tutorial showing how to make her Simple Skirt out of a t-shirt. The little girl’s play skirt is made from two layers … Read More...
Tip: Coloring Detailed Stamp Images
These gorgeous but very detailed stamp images based on paintings from Thomas Kinkade can be a little daunting to color. Kristine Reynolds at the Spectrum Noir blog shares how she colors these stamps and the results are stunning. She also … Read More...
Rainbow Pesto Pizza
Aah, rainbow pizza for the sophisticates. Because there is pesto involved. And purple potatoes. So my kid would run for the hills. Make this gorgeous rainbow pizza HERE at Quick Dish.
Hosting a Rainbow party? Check out these Rainbow … Read More...
Homemade JellO Snacks
I never even thought to make my own fruit snacks. (Anyone familiar with toddlers may have seen them gobble down a bagful or two… wonder if you can make these Disney princess shaped? Those are my kid’s favorites.) Make homemade … Read More...
Watermelon Doughnuts
Watermelon cookies, cake, waffles, JellO shots… even a watermelon keg. But I think this may be the first time I’m posting on watermelon doughnuts. The summer fruit icon knows no bounds. Make watermelon doughnuts HERE at Sugar Swings!.
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CHA Trade Show
Tomorrow I’m driving down to Rosemont, IL, just outside of Chicago, to attend the Summer CHA (Craft and Hobby Association) trade show. I’ll be palling around with my friend Shalana, Craft Editor from Country Woman Magazine and plan to find … Read More...
Free Pattern: Seamus the Owl
It’s so fun to me to read blogs from the other side of the world. While we’re sweltering up here, they’re freezing down there. At least they’re freezing on Johannesburg, South Africa, where Linda of Natural Suburbia lives and knits. … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Chevron ombre dress
Jessica from Running With Scissors made this gorgeous ombre dress for her niece. The bodice is pieced in a chevron pattern from a gradient of gray fabrics. WOW! The skirt also gets the ombre treatment, though it’s dyed as a … Read More...
Tutorial: Pieced layered skirt for little girls
The Sewing Dork shows how to make this colorful, pieced layered skirt for little girls. The design is inspired by a similar skirt by Oilily. It’s made from three prints, plus a contrast bias binding so you can have mixing … Read More...
Tutorial: Zig zag stitches 3 ways
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You continues the sewing technique series on her blog with a post all about zig zag stitching. You can use the zig zag stitch for overcasting, stretch seams, or applique. She covers … Read More...
