If the corners of your sewing projects always seem to end up rounded or squared when turned right side out, check out this tip! Damjana from Apple Green Cottage shows her method for clipping corners. Her simple trick gets those … Read More...
Project: Happy Crocodile Card
How happy is this cute Croc? Using stamps, stencils and dies Eloise created this fun crocodile card. Visit her blog for her video tutorial.
-Heather
9 Ways to Store 12×12 Scrapbook Paper
Here are nine great ways to store scrapbook paper – you’ll love the helpful tools for organizing your paper in this post! You’ll find a range of storage solutions: from the portable to some made for larger spaces. Take a … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Magnolia summer swing dress
June is Sundressing month at Melly Sews. She’s got a whole month of summer dress tutorials lined up for us! Kimberly from Straight Stitch Designs kicks things off with a fun swing dress. Named the Magnolia dress, it has a … Read More...
Sewing Pattern:Trendy split back t-shirt refashion
Mary from Sew Much Love, Mary shows a cute t-shirt hack for summer. She splits the back and adds lace to the sides to give a boxy shirt a looser, swingier shape. It’s an easy refashion and totally on trend … Read More...
Best fabrics for sewing clothing
When you choose fabrics to sew your own clothes, you need to pay attention to more than just the color or print. Even more important are how the fabric behaves. Is it drapey or does it have body? Is it … Read More...
Ragdoll Style Crochet Patterns
Ragdoll crochet patterns are becoming increasingly popular in the crochet community, as more and more crafters discover the fun and versatility of these adorable dolls. These dolls are characterized by their flat, stuffed bodies, and often come with an unfilled … Read More...
Chocolate And Banana Pancakes – Gluten & Dairy Free
Firstly, let me start off by telling you I have a current addiction to fresh figs. I don’t know what the deal is, someone gave me some of their overpriced Cafe Granola because they didn’t like them, and one thing … Read More...
Tips: Easy Bow for Cards
I know lots of people have trouble tying perfect bows for cards, it’s just not as easy as tying your shoes. If you’re bow challenged Gina K is here to help you with some tips for how to make easy … Read More...
How To Fold An Origami Wallet
This origami wallet is a fantastic and unique way to present cash and/or gift cards, making it a thoughtful and creative gift. It’s not just about the gift inside – the wallet itself becomes a memorable part of the present, … Read More...
Tutorial: Repurpose embroidery motifs from damaged vintage linens
Go to an estate sale or antique mall, and you’re likely to find at least one little collection of vintage embroidered linens. If they’re in good shape, they make beautiful accents for a vintage inspired decor. But there will also … Read More...
Pincushion Clay Owls
I love projects that use in their mixed media. Polymer clay makes great, quick holders – bodies, containers, little shapes – in a prototyping sort of way. This pincushion owl is a perfect example. The body is a simple piece, … Read More...
Project: Make Your Own Epoxy Stickers
Sandy Allnock will show you how to make your own fun glossy epoxy looking stickers using stamps with clear Glossy Accents and adhesive sheets. Visit her blog for all the details.
-Heather
More Simple Stitching for Dads and Grandpas
If you want to stitch a super simple card or gift tag for a father or grandfather in your life, check out these little charts designed by Lorraine Clarke that I found at CyberStitchers.
The Dad cross stitch is shown … Read More...
Tutorial: Money clip wallet
This money clip wallet would make a great handmade Father’s Day gift! Art Gallery Fabrics shares a tutorial at Bernina’s We All Sew showing how you can make one. It has a magnetic clip to hold paper money, plus … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing knits without a serger
I bought a serger years ago because I wanted to sew on knits. Turns out, I could have done that without buying a serger. (I still looooove my serger though, so no regrets…) Cheryl from Sew Can Do has a … Read More...
Funky Faux Stained Glass Door
Add a little or a lot, of color to your living space with this Faux stained glass doorway. The color really brightens up the room and adds an interesting color piece. This is a sliding door so I guess you … Read More...
Corn Fritters For Dinner Anyone?
These Corn Fritters look amazing! A lovely neighbor would always bring corn fritters to every party, it was here signature dish. She has since moved a way and I am desperate for a replacement recipe. I am going to give … Read More...
Project: Mermaid Card with Distress Oxide Inks
Amy Rysavy used Distress Ink in 3 different way on this adorable mermaid card. I love her colorful hair and how Amy flicked water over the ink to remove some color for a cool extra distressed look. Check out her … Read More...
Tutorial: Reusable Swiffer pads
I love my Swiffer – until I run through a whole box of disposable Swiffer pads and realize just how wasteful it is. Crafting a Green World shows how you can sew a reusable pad for your Swiffer so you … Read More...