Have you heard about Vickie Howell’s new yarn subscription service?
Called Yarn Yay, it’s a monthly subscription box that includes large (100 yards and up) samples of fun yarns, a knitting pattern you can use with some of the … Read More...
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Have you heard about Vickie Howell’s new yarn subscription service?
Called Yarn Yay, it’s a monthly subscription box that includes large (100 yards and up) samples of fun yarns, a knitting pattern you can use with some of the … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
I try not to bring my family fabric shopping with me. They generally appreciate that. So when we are traveling and I spy a fabric shop, I generally just pass it up. Justine from Sew Country Chick tells how she … Read More...
This jewelry making tutorial shows you how to use Wire Wrapping techniques to create these stud earrings. These handmade earrings look like roses delicately wrapped. For this tutorial, you will need wire wrapping jewelry wire and pliers.
These suckers or homemade lollipops are the perfect contribution to your Fourth of July celebration or 4th of july picnic. Wrap these up and hand them out amongst the class. The recipe is easy to follow and they are yummy … Read More...
Penny Black has recently released some gorgeous new dies that are perfect for adding detailed cuts to the edges of cards and they also make wonderful gate-fold/ wrap style cards too. Jill Foster has both a blog post and a … Read More...
Mother’s Day, for those who celebrate in May, is around the corner. This year use your scrapbooking and paper crafting skills and supplies to gift mom with something special that she will surely treasure. Here are 10 good places to … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
It’s super easy to make a bright and festive outdoor tablecloth for all your backyard barbecues. Cat from Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial showing how. It’s made from vinyl fabric which wipes clean easily, with colorful pom pom trim … Read More...
This cute crochet pattern is perfect for the coming warmer months and features a pretty stitch design called the Trinity Stitch. The free crochet pattern includes directions for 6 sizes from newborn to adult.
Janette Klausen is sharing tips for stamping and water coloring on Smooth Bristol paper using Hero Arts stamps and their liquid water colors. I love how she first heat embossed her stamped image in white, it make the water colors … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
These beautiful fabric flower cards are perfect for Mother’s Day! The 3-D fabric blooms make them stand out from any card you could purchase at the store. Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can make them, with three … Read More...
This little squirrel candle holder is just adorable and so elegant. If you like to dress up your Birthday cakes and cupcakes with pretty candle holders pop on over to the blog Emma Walsh Design for the tutorial on how … Read More...
Though Earth Day has already passed, it’s always a good time to honor the earth through crafting.
I love this knit earth pattern from Sara Hall, which is free on Ravelry.
It’s actually rather detailed, and you can make it … Read More...
Learn to make this mini weaving loom (with all the accompanying tools) for under $5! This is the perfect way to make use of any scrap yarn or wool felting that you have lying around to create a unique piece … Read More...
Are you thinking of a Summer Wedding? But don’t know what to do about the weather or if it will be too hot to wear that 50lb dress you have been saving up for? This wedding article my the Flying … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’ll admit that I have, at times in my life, been rather addicted to Tetris. I played a lot of it on the Nintendo back in the day, and I’ve been known to lose much precious productive time to the … Read More...
I’m always so excited each month to receive my Paper Pumpkin kit from Stampin’ Up. I love the projects the kits make but I’m also inspired to put my own spin on the products inside and enjoy making alternative ideas … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Curious how to create your own 2 toned “mermaid pillow”? Chelsea from GYCT has a simple and quick tutorial with great tips and tricks on how to sew on reversible sequin fabric. It’s not as difficult as you thought! Follow … Read More...
This is a really smart and practical idea for using greeting cards that you might never send. You can use plain printer paper, or even drawing paper to make these clever notebooks. Use them for to do lists, or turn … Read More...
One of the ways you can tell spring has sprung here – in my studio here – is that there are suddenly requests for sports clay things. In that spirit, here’s a video tutorial for soccer ball beads or charms. … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This apron top is perfect for little girls’ summertime wear! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a tutorial and free sewing pattern. Lightweight and open in the back, it’s great for playing outside on a hot day. … Read More...