Now that Easter is over don’t put those bunny rabbit stamps away just yet. They are perfect for any spring time card, Mother’s Day and also great for saying congats on a new baby too. Like this adorable card from … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY monogram key fob from cork fabric
Have you played around with cork fabric yet? If not, you should! It’s all kinds of trendy right now, and it’s so easy to sew on! I’ve got a tutorial over at Bombshell Bling showing how you can use cork … Read More...
A Lovely Design to Stitch for Earth Day
Earth Day is coming up this month, and it’s always a good time to think about our impact on the planet and to be reminded that everything we do is either good or harmful to this fragile place where we … Read More...
Fun Pokemon Patterns to Knit
I was poking around in the stats for the site, because that’s a thing normal people do, and I noticed there have been a lot of searches lately for Poekmon knitting patterns.
So it seemed like a good time to … Read More...
Tutorial: Scissors case
It’s always tricky when I carry my sewing scissors with me to a sewing date or class. They don’t have a carrying case and the sharp point can be dangerous to other items in a bag, or even to the … Read More...
Father’s Day Printable – My Dad Questionnaire
This free Father’s day printable is the perfect little project for kids. This Father’s Day activity allows the child to answer questions about their Dad. Often resulting in funny and comical answers. Laminate it, or get the kids to decorate … Read More...
Glitter Dipper Mason Jars
Mason jar candle holders are a popular DIY project that are not only functional but also add a touch of rustic charm to any room. In this tutorial, we will show you how to add some sparkle to your mason … Read More...
Techniques: Multiple Ways to Use Distress Resist Sprays
Simon Hurley has a fantastic video showing many different ways to use Distress Resist Sprays
with stencils, stamping, die cutting and more with lots of helpful tips too. Visit his blog Inklipse and check out the video tutorial.
-Heather
DIY Clothespin Photo Garlands
Have some fun with a bit of scrapbooking off the page when you follow along with this DIY. These clothespin photo garlands are a fun alternative to a traditional way to display photos in your home, plus you’ll get to … Read More...
Tutorial: Spring embroidery hoop art
Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy created this pretty spring hoop art using the new Patterned Iron On material from Cricut , as well as some 3-d felt flowers. She’s got a tutorial showing how she made it. I’m loving the … Read More...
Learn to Print on Fabric
This is such a unique craft. Use Terial Magic to make your fabric “Printable” then print off the free monograms to make this gorgeous banner! Learn how to make it yourself here.
Learn Multiplication Facts While You Color
I have a dark secret: I never really learned my multiplication tables. I don’t know why, but multiplication was about the time I decided math was hard and I wasn’t going to be good at it no matter what I … Read More...
The March Mayhem Winner is an Awesome Sweater
Now that April is here we had the end of the NCAA basketball tournament and the end of March Mayhem, the knitting-related bracket that crowns a champion knitting pattern from the previous year.
The winner is Humulus by Isabell … Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycled denim herb garden
Turn an old pair of jeans into a handy vertical herb garden for the kitchen! Claire from Pillar Box Blue has a tutorial showing how. The little hanging pots are the perfect size for herb plants, and convenient to reach … Read More...
DIY Round Braid Leather Bracelets
Learn how to make a 4 strand round braid and create these braided leather cord bracelets. You can see the full DIY Jewelry tutorial here.
Stitch a Mom Tattoo Design
A long time ago I knit a bag with a mom tattoo design on the side. I kind of love that graphic design and I think it’s really fun for gifts for funky moms.
Don’t Eat the Paste has a … Read More...
Tutorial: Computer keyboard wrist support
I spend a lot of time working on my computer (or, if I’m being honest, scrolling through Facebook and browsing Pinterest for sewing ideas). All that time at the keyboard can hurt your wrists. Emily from Life Sew Savory shows … Read More...
Duck Float Donuts
OMG. The instructions are as funny and creative as the actual creations. hooplapalooza (AKA Lisa) has created these duck donuts that will make a splash at any kids (and some adults) parties.
Where does she get the ideas from?
Go … Read More...
Project: CD Suncatcher
I agree, Normal is Boring! I love this recycling idea of turning a CD into a suncatcher! Perfect for using an old scratched CD or does anyone have any old AOL CD’s still hanging around in a drawer some where? … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy 15-minute tote bag
This 15-minute tote bag by Alicia from Sew What Alicia makes a fun and quick afternoon sewing project! It would also be a great first sewing project, though a beginner would need more than 15 minutes to complete it. She’s … Read More...