Hand Embroidery: Beginner Mini Tulip Tutorial by Kayla of Knotty Dickens.
Beginner Hand Embroidered Tulip Steps:
1. Make 2 straight stitches right on top of each other.
2. Make a straight stitch to the left connecting at the bottom.… Read More...
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Hand Embroidery: Beginner Mini Tulip Tutorial by Kayla of Knotty Dickens.
Beginner Hand Embroidered Tulip Steps:
1. Make 2 straight stitches right on top of each other.
2. Make a straight stitch to the left connecting at the bottom.… Read More...
This Embroidery tutorial shows you how to refashion a plain shirt into something a little extra special. You can follow along with this pattern or create a stitch or flower you are already capable of embroidery. These little pocket embroidery … Read More...
I’m back with another look at the new annual catalog from Stampin’ Up. If you missed my first post click here to check it out. Inside you’ll find lots and lots of clear and rubber mounted stamp sets, many … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew a hanging pocket organizer. Hang it from a door, or on the wall, or even from the back of your car seat. You can make as many pockets as you … Read More...
Using an adorable collection of papers and embellishments from Doodlebug Traci created this sweet Kitty Cat Mini Album. I love the clear acrylic cover and the ribbons she added to her rings. She sharing all her album pages over on … Read More...
It’s an easy way to rescue stained clothing, and a great way for kids to express their creativity. Full tutorial with video and pictures shows an easy method that turns a stain into a style statement. This is such a … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can sew a tote from wax canvas. The durability of wax canvas makes it a great choice to use for tote bags and other utility bags. Her bag features two colors of … Read More...
Roni Johnson uses Yupo paper in a new and creative way to make this lovely Fern Green card.
She’s sharing step by step directions over on the Imagine Crafts blog.
-Heather
Stampington and Company’s Bella Grace Magazine has 10 things you should remember to take photos of this summer. From vacation to gardening to food and festivals there’s so much to get out and do and shoot.
by Sarah White
I’ll admit I haven’t watched any but the first Toy Story movie (and my daughter was so creeped out by the misfit toys that crawled around on legs she has no interest in watching more) but I know a lot … Read More...
by Sarah White
If only I had time and yarn enough to knit all the summery tops I love, I would never have to wear storebought clothes.
Another great one I just found is the Daybreak Tee from Knifty Knittings. It’s worked in … Read More...
This pot holder tutorial by Sew Can She, actually shows you how to make the block from scratch but we are mixing it up and suggesting that you actually use an Orphan of UFO block to complete this pot holder. … Read More...
Summer is a great time to create beach and ocean themed cards. Vicky created 3 awesome Nautical themed cards using a subscription box kit from Pink and Main. I think the wood grain pattern and wooden shapes go perfectly with … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
A dolman shirt like this one is great for summer time! Loose and breezy, it’s perfect for when the temperature (and the humidity) goes up. Sew, Jahit has a tutorial showing how you can sew a dolman top for a … Read More...
The Fourth of July is just around the corner and scrappy rag flags are all over social media. Most are very vintage in feel and color palette, which is just not my style. I wanted to create a bright … Read More...
I have spent the day complaining to my tweens about their lack of ability to help around the house. To be honest I don’t need them to help me with the chores, I just need them to pick up … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you’ve recently found yourself scouring through blankets and crochet patterns on the internet, stop. The search is over. This Heart Graphgan crochet baby blanket is a dream.
This pattern is fun and exciting. You’ll get to learn the … Read More...
Nice unique swing chairs that you can make at home using these simple DIY tips. These chairs fit right into a modern decor or a BOHO bohemian styled home. You can see the full tutorial here.
This easy DIY watermelon soap recipe is perfect for summer and incorporates not only a fun watermelon color theme, but also shimmering cosmetic glitter!
by Sarah White
In Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary, designer Dora Ohrenstein does what no crochet author has done before: She offers detailed instructions for how to create 125 stitch patterns, plus she explains how to increase and decrease each stitch pattern … Read More...