Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can use bias tape to put a hem around a curved edge. The bias tape pulls the fabric to the back and covers up the raw edges, and the bias … Read More...
Tutorial: All about knit fabric types, weights, and amount of stretch
Tutorials and sewing patterns often talk about knit fabrics as if they are all the same. But there are lots of different types of knit fabric. But which is the right kind to use? Cheryl from Sew Can Do tells … Read More...
Die cut paint swatch bookmark
Paint samples can be such a fun recycled element to craft with. I thought I’d try die cutting one my favorite alphabet set by Leonie Pujol to make a bookmark.
Paint samples come in lots of different sizes and shapes … Read More...
Build a City with this Fun Printable Map Set
I think every child goes through a phase of being really interested in maps. At least they used to; I guess kids these days don’t always see maps that aren’t inside a phone.
But if you know a child who … Read More...
Video tutorial and pattern: Shibori dyed sundress
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews made this gorgeous sundress out of an old sheet! But before she sewed it up, she shibori dyed it with indigo to create the intricate blue dye design. She’s got a video … Read More...
Knit a Hair Turban to Wear after Shower or Swimming
Sometimes knitting in the summer doesn’t feel very practical. There are a limited number of things we can make and actually use this time of year, but that usually doesn’t stop us from making things, right?
My Poppet has a … Read More...
Crochet Butterfly Costume pattern
This free crochet pattern is by Mj’s off the hook designs. It is adorable and perfect little costume for any princess or prince. You can grab the free pattern by visiting her Crochet website.
Sewing Pattern: Beaded fringe t-shirt, plus a 4th of July printable
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how she made this cute beaded fringe t-shirt for her daughter. Red, white, and blue make it a perfect shirt for 4th of July picnics! She also includes a free printable … Read More...
Project: Forest Moose Card
If you know someone who loves camping and the great outdoors this fun moose card would be perfect for them. I love the Star Wars force/forest pun, so funny! Using new stamps and papers from SugarPea Designs and coloring with … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY fringe trim round beach towel
Have you seen the round beach towels that are popping up everywhere? They are so much fun! The shape is unexpected, plus they give a larger area to lounge. Because a standard beach towel doesn’t give you much room to … Read More...
How To Make Giant Pinwheels
How awesome are these giant pinwheels? Of course pinwheels this big wouldn’t work in a scrapbook, but you can use the idea to make small ones for embellishments. But if you want to have some fun outdoor decor for July … Read More...
Three Ways to Make Paper Rosette Fruit
Paper rosettes are hot! And since it’s summer, what better way to use them than to make fun paper fruit shapes? Follow these three tutorials and learn how to make paper rosette pineapples, paper rosette cherries, paper rosette strawberries and … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Basic knit fabric headband
I’m always looking for projects that use up the scraps of knit fabric that I have left over from making t-shirts. I don’t like just throwing the scraps away, but it’s a lot harder to justify the hoarding of knit … Read More...
Cross Stitch – Don’t Be Afraid to Change Colors
There’s a joke in the knitting world that designers will hear from people who love their patterns but have just one question: “Will it work if I knit it in blue instead of red?”
I don’t know if anyone has … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Zola zipper pen case
Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial and free pattern for making the cutest zipper pen case. She calls it the Zola Pen Case. It unzips and opens up to make a little tray that holds your pencils. Plus … Read More...
Stamped and colored inspirational quote clipboard
I love clipboards as an organizational tool. I think I started using them when I worked on set as it made taking notes and keeping track of scripts easy. I currently like them for use when I’m coloring on the … Read More...
Use Your Swatches to Make Fun Bowls
There are lots of projects out there for using yarn scraps, but not as many for using your swatches in useful ways.
I love this idea from Interweave to use swatches to make bowls. All you need is some … Read More...
Beach Themed Welcome Sign
Loving this beautiful beach themed welcome sign by Donna Herron. She says:
… Read More...When I think of summer, I immediately think of the sun and fun of being at the beach. I don’t live near the ocean, so I decided to
Sewing Pattern: Glow-in-the-dark stenciled shirt
Whether it’s stickers or jewelry or clothing, kids’ stuff is made more fun when it’s glow-in-the-dark! I still remember being a kid and turning off all the lights just to see what would happen with my glow-in-the-dark stickers. Alicia from … Read More...
Sweet Potato Taco Bowl
This sweet Potato Taco Bowl Is all laid out like a Rainbow of goodness and Nutrition. The only thing missing is the Taco itself. You could always have them on the side or go Carb free and leave them out … Read More...