Well, I’m out of the Project Food Blog contest. My stop-motion marshmallow video didn’t make it past Round 7, so I never got to submit my pumpkin patch cake (prepared for Round 8, just in case). So I’m pawning … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Tooth fairy pillow
AnneMarie from Gen X Quilters shows how to make a tooth fairy pillow. The little pocket on the front keeps the tooth safe and snug until the tooth fairy can make the exchange. It’s also a perfect place to showcase … Read More...
Giveaway: Bernina goodies from We All Sew
We All Sew celebrates Thanksgiving with a giveaway of a Bernina goody bag. I love it when the words “Bernina” and “givewaway” appear in the same sentence! Go to We All Sew for details and to enter the giveaway. … Read More...
Video tutorial: Make a pair of leggings
Amy Karol from Angry Chicken shares a video tutorial showing how to make your own pair of leggings. You make the pattern from a pair of leggings you already own and that you know fit you. She made hers from … Read More...
Freebie: Thanksgiving Banner
This printable banner spells out Give Thanks and is available for downloading here. A tutorial on how to make the banner is included. Source: At Second Street Looking for Thanksgiving printables? Check these designs out on Etsy.
Party Monday: Hanukkah
Hanukkah starts in just nine days…
These party ideas are perfect for Hanukkah parties, Hanukkah dinners , meals an feasts. Tutorials and decorations are a little hard to find so we decided to create this roundup of the best ideas … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas Ornaments
Cindy Liebel created these ornaments using patterned papers and a scallop circle punch. The tutorial is posted on the LilyBee blog. Click here for the instructions.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check out these printable … Read More...
Project: Stamp Your Own Gift Wrap
Inkadinkado has some great ideas, instructions and tips on how to stamp your own gift wrap for the holidays. Find all the info by clicking here.
-Heather
VINTAGE FOR CHRISTMAS?? AND – WIN A BOOK!
I was sent a link to this handsome tie. It’s a vintage pattern but I think the tie would work well with more modern menswear. What do you think?
http://blog.bramcostpublications.com/2010/11/05/12-days-of-a-vintage-handmade-holiday.aspx
Here’s another vintage beauty from the same site. Reminds me … Read More...
Freebie: Doily Clip Art
You can download this doily clip art free from Martha Stewart Crafts. great for cards, scrapbooking and gift wrapping! Click here to go to the download. There is also a tutorial for making the cookie tins as shown.
Inspiration du Jour – Reunion Dinners
Reunion Dinners
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Tutorial: Sewing hooks, eyes, and snaps securely
Susan Khalje shares a tutorial at the Threads blog showing how to sew on hooks, eyes, and snaps
. The simple hand stiches look nice and attach the findings securely to the garment. Go to the tutorial.
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Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Ruffled fabric pomander ball
Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog showing how to use your scrap stash to make a ruffled fabric pomander ball, no sewing required. I love the way the colors and prints are all mish mashed … Read More...
6 Pretty Pinecone Projects
Pine Cones. Pinecones. ? However you see it, spell it, or type it, pinecones are a fabulous craft medium that can be formed into Christmas trees, bird feeders, wreaths, and tons more. Here are some pretty pinecone projects I was … Read More...
Free Printables for “Kids” Turkey Day Table Setting
Lily’s Laundry has graciously provided downloads for all of her printables to help make your children’s table amazing. She has a banner, invitations, place settings, cones and turkey cut outs. She can also personalize them if you email her for … Read More...
Christmas Tree Banner Craft Kit
Its not very often that I find great ‘kits’ for kids crafts online…( if you are hiding out there, let me know!) But this kit is adorable, and definitely a keeper. Visit Smart-Bottom Enterprises to order yours in time for … Read More...
Tutorial: Santa sack Advent calendar
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to make this hanging Advent calendar. Each day is marked with a little red velvet Santa sack. How cute!! The little sacks are quick and easy to sew – an important consideration making … Read More...
Ezine review: Fat Quartlery Fussy Cutting
Fussy Cut is the term for cutting out fabric to highlight a motif. It’s a hugely popular technique in sewing and quilting. Lucky for us, it’s the theme for the third issue of Fat Quarterly eZine out this month. Every … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: DIY Shuffle Band
Delia from Delia Creates guest blogs in kojodesigns’ Gifts for Guys series with a tutorial showing how to make a Shuffle band. This elastic band buckles around the arm and gives a handy place to hold your iPod Shuffle while … Read More...
Sewing Pattern : DIY Sleepsack for babies
Natasha from Samster Mommy created this sleepsack to help keep her baby warm at night during the winter months, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Get the how-to.
[photo from Samster Mommy]
Looking for more … Read More...