My daughter sat entranced by the video showing the how-tos for crafting the origami portion of these adorable froggy pops with cake pop crowns. The frogs double as talking puppets, too (watch the video, you’ll see what I mean). Find … Read More...
Tutorial: Laminated strawberry placemats
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how to create a set of strawberry-shaped placemets. They’re made from laminated cotton so they wipe clean easily. Check out the dimensional leaves at the top – it’s actually a matching napkin slipped through … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric bow
Abby from i — create guest blogs at Pink Lemonade with a tutorial showing how to make a fabric bow. They make the cutest hair accessories! You could also use them to embellish sweaters, bags, or even shoes. And because … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled collar for a peasant shirt or dress
Jess from Bits for Baby and Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how to add a ruffle to the collar of a peasant dress or blouse. This is such a cute addition! Because the neckline already has an elastic casing, the … Read More...
Red, White and Blue Candy Corn (for Bastille Day?)
And keeping the Bastille Day theme going… I’m loving this homemade candy corn in any colors you want. Sure it was made for the 4th of July, but I’m co-opting them for Bastille Day. Learn to make homemade candy corn … Read More...
Make a Mosaic Wall Hanging
Have you ever wanted to create a mosaic but just weren’t sure how or where to start? Mosaics are a lot of fun and are very forgiving when it comes to be precise. In fact, the less precise you are, … Read More...
How to recycle a packing envelope into a super pretty one and make a gift card envelope
Over at the blog My Life Under The Bus Patty shared an easy tutorial on how to recycled a packing envelope into a pretty one with book pages a stamping. I bet we would all love to get something in … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Maxi dress from a vintage sheet
Last week I shared a link to a gorgeous maxi dress that Jessica from Running With Scissors made from a yellow vintage sheet with a border print around the hem. She got such positive comments on it that she wrote … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Cool vest from old jeans
Magdalena from ClouDesign shows the cool vest thast she made from the bottoms of a couple of pairs of jeans. (She used the denim left over after she cut them off to make shorts.) The vest is cute enough left … Read More...
Tutorial: Luau halter dress for little girls
Sharon fromSweet Pea and Pumkins shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Luau Dress for little girls, inspired by a much smaller-scaled halter dress made for American Girl dolls. The top is made from … Read More...
Freebie: Nautical Clip Art
Click here to download some free nautical themed clip art from Dover Publications.
-Heather
Looking for more Nautical-themed papers, stamps and embellishments? Check these out on Scrapbook.com
French-themed Cookie Basket (for Bastille Day)
I get so caught up in the hype about the 4th of July here in the States, I dare not forget the next red, white and blue holiday: Bastille Day. Check out this amazing French-themed cookie basket created by Bundles … Read More...
Humpty Dumpty Sat on a…. S’more?
It seems s’mores would be less structurally sound than a wall, especially s’mores balanced on a stick, but Humpty Dumpty isn’t known for wise choices about his own safety, I suppose, and these are horribly clever. Make Humpty Dumpty sittin’ … Read More...
Review: Saltimbanco by Cirque Du Soleil
The current version of Saltimbanco, the oldest show from the Cirque Du Soleil stable, is currently touring Australia. This show is everything that you expect from Cirque Du Soleil’s shows. Acrobats, colors, drama, comedy, and of course, a sense … Read More...
Miniature Dollhouse Candle Tutorial
If you’re into dollhouse miniatures, try making one of these adorable crystal candle holders.
It’s an affordable and unique way to add originality to your dollhouse. I went through a stage where I collected vintage dollhouses and the furniture can … Read More...
Book review: Fresh Fabric Treats
I received a review copy of the book Fresh Fabric Treats: Sixteen Yummy Projects
to Sew from Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes and More from C&T Publishing | StashBooks.
Things I love about the book: The concept. The book showcases the … Read More...
Gorgeous!!
This is the newest pattern from Sweater Babe, due to be released this fall. And she’s having a giveaway!
Go here to enter, and also to see more pics of this beautiful design!
Tutorial: Plenty of Pockets Tote
Sew4Home has the how-to for making their Plenty of Pockets Tote. The trim little tote bag has a long cross-body strap for easy carrying, and rows of pockets on the outside for easy access to keys, phone, sunglasses, etc. Get … Read More...
Tutorial: Tablet or reader cover
Pat Bravo shares a free downloadable PDF tutorial for making a soft cover for your tablet or reader. The top flap is held in place with a strip of fabric. Get the PDF tutorial.
[photo from Pat Bravo]
Tutorial: Grocery Bag Stuff Sack
Erin from Dog Under My Desk shares a tutorial at Sew, Mama, Sew! for making her Grocery Bag Stuff Sack. Fill it with plastic grocery sacks and keep it in your car, and you’ll always have a trash bag or … Read More...