Jen Hadfield has a pretty little project making a mini scrapbook out of one sheet of 12″x 12″ scrapbook paper. In addition to photos add stickers, stamped image and embellishments to finish it off. Visit her blog, Tatertots & Jello … Read More...
Tutorial: Double welt pocket with flap using the butterfly method
Mayra from So Sew Easy shows how you can make a double welt pocket with a flap, like you often see on jackets and coats, using the butterfly method. The butterfly method works well for both thick and thin fabrics.… Read More...
Books and an Apple for Teacher
As you might have noticed from posts earlier this week, I’m not ready for school to be starting up again yet (though we still have a couple of weeks where I live). Still, it’s hard to deny that season is … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy knit circle skirt
A knit circle skirt makes a pretty addition to your wardrobe, and it also happens to be easy to sew. Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy shows how to do it. It takes just a couple off seams and a hem. … Read More...
DIY Faux Bois Vase
For this tutorial you will need a Faux Bois Tool
which you can pick up in a Craft store or online. This DIY home project uses a glass vase but you could create the same design on an old vase … Read More...
No Bake Pumpkin Coconut Pie
You don’t have to wait till Halloween to start devouring Pumpkins. This No Bake Pumpkin pie
is sure to have your taste buds watering. Check out the full recipe for this No Bake pie over at Babble.com.
Tip: Make Your Own Pattern Paper with Stencils
Debbi Adams created her own wonderful pattern paper with inks and stencils. The papers are so pretty they don’t need much more then a stamped sentiment added to turn them into beautiful cards. Visit her blog Doodles in My Sketch … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a running band phone pocket
Courtney from A Little Craft In Your Day shows how you can sew a running band phone pocket. It’s made from a stretch athletic fabric so it’s comfortable to wear during your workout. A zipper will keep your phone, keys, … Read More...
The Beginner’s Guide to Modern Calligraphy
I’ve fallen in love with modern calligraphy, so of course I have to share that love with you! This is a great skill for any scrapbooker or paper crafter to have as it can be used for so many things! … Read More...
Project: Slider Treat Card
This adorable slider card pulls out to move the image, reveal a hidden message and a hidden treat, a small piece of chocolate. You can find complete step by step photo directions for make this fun card (along with other … Read More...
Tutorial: Mix n match throw pillows in 5 variations
Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how to make throw pillows in 5 pretty variations. The designs are inspired by the mix & match styles of pillows found at their grandmother’s house, made from the extra bits of fabric and … Read More...
Great collection of recycled plastic animal craft
Do you have a stash of little plastic animals that your kids are done playing with it? Or do you buy them yourself because they are so darn cute? Well either way over at the blog Totnens there is a … Read More...
Knit a Lace Shawl with Scalloped Edging
I love a project with a good story, and I have to say, after this story, I feel a deeper kinship with Sandra from the Feminine Touch Designs.
She was cleaning up in her craft room and found an unfinished … Read More...
Tutorial: Stacked fabric pumpkins
It may still be hot outside, but it’ll be fall before you know it. Click over to Therm O Web to see how to make these stacked fabric pumpkins for a perfect fall decor piece! Make the pumpkins from different … Read More...
DIY Floral Crown
This fabulous tutorial was created as a submission to the free craft magazines that are available to download on the blog. The DIY floral crown is a really simple tutorial to follow and you could easily make one in less … Read More...
DIY Weighted No Sew Mermaid Sensory Pillow
This weighted lap pad or pillow is perfect for Children or adults with sensory issues. Weighted blankets and lap pads have become very popular this year as the knowledge of how useful they are has spread across the internet. We … Read More...
How To Make Mustache Wax
Mustache Wax is – Mustache wax is a stiff wax applied to a mustache as a grooming aid to hold the hairs in place, especially at the ends or hair that hangs over. The required product strength (or stiffness) is … Read More...
Four Corners Quilt For Beginners
This quilt is perfect for beginners as it uses straight lines and strips of fabric. It is perfect for using up scraps too. You can grab the full tutorial and pattern over at Quirkygranolagirl. (love that name)
Design Challenge: Craft Stick Trebuchet
There are so many fun things you can do with craft sticks, and giving your kids design challenges and a stack of sticks and other supplies is a great way to get them thinking, engineering and making hypotheses.
I love … Read More...
Product Review: 12 x 12 Fab File Paper Organizer
The X Large 12″ x 12″ Fab File paper organizer from Totally Tiffany is perfect for storing and organizing your large pattern papers and cardstocks. Made from sturdy clear plastic it has a flap closure with a handle, two … Read More...