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Christmas sweaters or Christmas jumpers have a bad reputation for being hideous, garish and silly, but of course we knitters know there are holiday sweaters that are downright adorable and worth the time it takes to knit them.
For example: … Read More...
My daughter is left-handed, and she had a bit of trouble when she was learning to write, because sometimes her hand would cover up the model of what she was supposed to be writing so she couldn’t see what to … Read More...
I saw the Mystique Yoked Pullover by Susan Mills in the Classic Elite newsletter recently and I knew I wanted to share it.
It’s a pretty design, a classic round-yoke cardigan, which is worked in one piece from the bottom … Read More...
Country Living magazine always has the cutest little free cross-stitch charts (you can see the whole bunch of them here) but I haven’t shared them for a while so I wanted to check on the newer patterns and I … Read More...
I’m always on the lookout for fun and new ways to use books in my house to decorate and create art with so when I spotted this pile of books covered in plaid paper I wanted to share the idea. … Read More...
Mary from Sew Much Love, Mary refashioned a plain denim jacket into a distressed hoodie jacket. The jacket in its original form wasn’t bad, it just wasn’t great. Her quick refashion brings it on trend for this season’s look. She’s … Read More...
These Christmas Baubles are so easy to make. They are the perfect kids craft project for classrooms and group activities. The key to making these is using a cardstock that is thin enough to cut out with Scissors. Use recycled … Read More...
Make your own jewelry for every outfit and occasion. Beads & Bubbly jewelry
making parties has started a new craze and women love it! Jewelry making does not have to be an individual craft or boring workshop. Beads & … Read More...
The feeling of smooth and silky skin is something we all love, but it takes a little bit of effort to achieve it. Body scrubs are an easy and effective way to exfoliate and hydrate your skin. Not only do … Read More...
Bath bombs are one of those most luxurious additions to your bath. Bath bombs are easy to make and you can make them in huge batches. It’s like soap, it is something everyone will use, which makes them great for … Read More...
This may well be the smallest quilt ever made! It’s certainly the smallest I have ever seen. It’s adorable. I am sure barbie would love it! You can read more about it here. Tiny Quilt
By randomly stamping and heat embossing snowflakes all over pale blue card stock and cutting it and popping it up over a stamped sentiment designer Jamie made this easy but lovely snowy card. She’s got a video tutorial over on … Read More...
These felt star ornaments would add a touch of fun – and color – to a Christmas tree! They’d also make cute tie-on embellishments for wrapped gifts. AppleGreen Cottage has a tutorial and free pattern for making them. Sew some … Read More...
In a few quick steps, you’ll be able to create a darling and useful resin coasters using your favorite photos! These make great gifts or stocking stuffers. You can even add a ribbon for hanging on the tree as ornaments, … Read More...
I remember a swap with other clayers years ago where we made our own interpretation of goddess pendants. Lots of talented clayers took part and we all ended up with a huge variety of little goddesses. Here’s a take on … Read More...
Scrapbook.com has put together a fascinating history of stamping along with photos of some amazing vintage stamps. From signet rings that were pressed into wax seals to wooden blocks to modern rubber and clear photo polymer, stamps have sure come … Read More...
Stuffed animals are always fun to give to kids, but we parents know that there’s only so much space to store all those stuffed animals. Caroline from Sew Can She has a solution. She sewed a bean bag chair that … Read More...
Leave a comment in today’s post by November 17, 2017 and you are in the running for this fun crochet book that … Read More...
Cold weather brings sniffles and runny noses. Be prepared by keeping a travel pack of tissue in your purse! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can sew a travel tissue holder with a button and … Read More...
Christmas is just around the corner. And you probably already have a remote idea of gifts for your daughter/grandaughter/friend/sister/niece/other. But you still need a few stocking stuffers. Never fear, I’ve got your back because here are Stocking Stuffers for … Read More...
