I love the colorful background for this beautiful fairy card! Sadia will show you how she inked over a heat embossed stamped image to make this pretty background. Find directions over on her blog.
-Heather
Tutorial: Recycled denim fringed chevron pillow
Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations shares a tutorial for making this fun chevron fringed pillow from recycled denim. Different shades of denim create colored stripes, and the strips of denim are all left raw so the threads start to ravel … Read More...
At-Home Coding Camp, No Computer Required
We hear so much about how important it is for kids to know how to code, or at least to understand the way computer code works. Even for kids who won’t go into computer programming as a career, the world … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY beach umbrella bag
Hanging out on the beach all day is like a little slice of heaven. But you know what’s not fun? Hauling all that stuff down to the beach for the day! Lisa from Cucicucicoo shows how you can sew a … Read More...
How to make 4th of July poppers
Are you collecting up ideas for celebrating the 4th of July? If so these poppers would be a fun addition to the festivities. And if you don’t already save your tp tubes for crafting start now and you’ll have enough … Read More...
Wooden Gypsy Bracelet
Do you have a huge collection of colorful wooden beads? Well then, you have found the perfect tutorial! Follow this tutorial to make this colorful wooden beaded gypsy bracelet.
Printable Wall Art – Floral Wreath Letters
I love this floral wreath printable Initial and guess what? All 26 Letters are available FREE to download and print. The pretty wreath and gold initial designs that are perfect for a gift, or even your own home decor or … Read More...
Get a Little Nordic Knitting in Your Life
I’m sending this one to Patty.
This time of year might seem a little silly for knitting hats, mittens, gloves and socks in the Nordic tradition, but hear me out. These projects tend to be kind of small, so they’re … Read More...
Tutorial: Best method for clipping corners in your sewing
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...