You can never have too many llama crafts, but these llama ears take it to the next level and allow you to be a llama on demand. This fun llama craft is easy to make with basic sewing skills and … Read More...
Crafty T-Shirt Design
Show the world you’re a crafty gal (or guy) with this fun Crafty T-shirt. The metallic gold heat transfer really stands out on the black shirt.
Visit the Silhouette blog for project directions.
-Heather
DIY Natural Cat Repellent
Tired of being frustrated with cats messing around your garden or home? Make a friendly but efficient DIY cat repellent in just a few minutes! This natural DIY cat repellent is made with a few simple, affordable ingredients and won’t … Read More...
How to make triangle shelves
There are so many things I love about this photo and project. I love the little round balls gathered at the bottom of the trinangle, the hearts on a string and the fact that you can put little goodies on … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing pintucks
Pintucks are narrow tucks taken in fabric, often found in shirts or bodices or around skirt hems. Sometimes they’re purely decorative, but they can also have practical uses like allowing for extending skirt length for growing children or creating a … Read More...
Check out These Amazing Floral Star Wars Cross Stitch Patterns
I’ve seen a lot of Star Wars themed crafts in my day, but I’m not sure I’ve seen any as fun as the floral Star Wars cross stitch patterns from Cross Stitch For You on etsy.
I first saw the … Read More...
Craft Room Tour
I love to see young people getting into crafting and especially guys. Simon Hurley is a talented young crafter who posts loads of amazing paper crafting tutorials and projects on his blog and Youtube. And his craft room is more … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Custom sewing machine cover
Sewing machines come in different shape and sizes, so why use a generic one-size-fits-all cover? Make one that’s sized just right for your machine! Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how. Her tutorial includes how to measure your machine and … Read More...
5 Minute Candle Holders
Are you looking for a quick and easy DIY project that will add a unique touch to your home decor? Look no further than this tutorial for creating tea light holders in just 5 minutes! Not only is this project … Read More...
Ink Smooshing Technique
Channin added some wonderful foliage to a large tree stamp using an ink smooshing technique. By placing Distress Ink and water on acetate she was able to control her color and placement for a great realistic look. This idea would … Read More...
These Pencil Alphabet Printables are Perfect for Bulletin Boards and More
Because we’re getting into the back-to-school spirit — and because I have a deep love for all things related to school supplies — I just had to share this great printable alphabet using pencils as the backdrop.
It’s a free … Read More...
Sewing pattern: 3-in-1 infinity bib
Cheryl from Sew Can Do offers a free downloadable pattern & tutorial for a stylish infinity baby bib that also can be used as a burp cloth and lovey blankie. Saves tons of space in the diaper bag with 1 … Read More...
Woodland Animals Baby Layout
This sweet fox face layout looks so much like a quilt it’s perfect for baby pictures. Denise pierced the die cut and stitched around it and added pretty pattern papers behind to get a great quilted look. I also love … Read More...
Be Brave Wall Hanging
With June being Pride month I decided I wanted to release my Be Brave Wall Hanging on the first Tuesday. It’s a simple design you could adapt to a bag if you’re so inclined but I love it as a … Read More...
Fun Printables for the New School Year
In a week, my daughter will be a third grader.
I don’t know whether I’m more shocked that she is almost nine or that the summer went by so fast.
If you want to up your crafty game with ease … Read More...
DIY Diamond Bracelet
This is a high-end DIY bracelet made of silver and rough diamond beads.
It is easy to do and cheap to make in 30 minutes. You can see the full tutorial on making your own diamond bead bracelet here.
Card Sketches and Color Inspiration
Feeling a little stampers block, stuck on how to start your next card? Each month Papertrey Ink posts card sketches and color combo inspirations to help jump start your creativity.
Click here to see their latest collection of inspiration.
-Heather… Read More...
Sewing pattern: Reusable kitchen clean up towels
Paper towels are certainly convenient for cleaning up a mess, but they’re not so great for the environment. But what if your paper towels weren’t paper, but fabric? Then you could wash and reuse them again and again. Melissa from … Read More...
A Fall Tree to Stitch, and a Tutorial on Making Your Own Patterns
This fall tree cross stitch pattern from Ugly Duckling House is so pretty. And there’s a good reason it has such detail: because it was designed from a photograph.
In addition to having a free download of the pattern (you … Read More...
Painted underpants on rocks
I had sooooo much fun writing the title of this post. I am continually amazed at the things creative people come up with. I mean, really, painted underpants on rocks. These will surely make my neighbors giggle when they spot … Read More...