Darts allow you to shape a garment by pinching out excess fabric. Though a sewing pattern might have the darts coming in from the side, you can easily adjust the pattern to have the darts coming in from the shoulder. … Read More...
Fun Father’s Day Craft
This is a fun project for kiddies of all ages. Use dad’s show to create the first print (to keep it secret from dad) and then the child’s foot inside of it. This would be cute with a hand print … Read More...
More DIY Shibori Cushions
I know it was only a few weeks ago that I shared some Shibori cushion tutorials but I came across this one and had to share it too. I love the different patterns in dark Indigo colors in these creations. … Read More...
Easy Soft Dough Pretzels
We fell in love with Pretzels whilst travelling around France last Christmas. A yummy pretzel with hot melted cheese of mustard was like a spoonful of heaven entering my mouth! The Kids loved them TOO! Pretzels became our night time … Read More...
Tip: 5 Different Techniques for Foiling
Adding foil to your cards adds a wonderful metallic shine. There are many different technique you can use to add foiling like adhesive sheets and transfer medium, some ideas require a foiling or laminating machine but some don’t. Nina-Marie has … Read More...
Tutorial: Velour envelope clutch purse
I never realize just how casual my bags tend to be – until a night when I want to dress up, and then I realize that I don’t have any bags fancy enough to wear out for the night. Valerie … Read More...
5+ Ideas and Inspirations for Scrapbooking
This post over at Simon Says Stamp highlights ideas from five different kinds of scrapbook pages, but I’m sure you’ll find lots more than just five things that you can use on your pages. Whether you … Read More...
20 Scrapbook Paper Storage Ideas
Paper. The most loved supply of scrapbookers. We all probably have too much Scrapbook paper , am I right? If you struggle to keep your paper organized then head over to The Scrap Shoppe for a round up of 20 … Read More...
How to make a collaged heart with die cut Mod Podge window clings
Did you know you can make your own window cling material with Mod Podge and die cutting them into all sorts of fun shapes? Well, you can and it is so easy.
I used all sorts of colorants with the … Read More...
Card Making Technique: Stamping With Stencils
There are so many things you can do with stencils but did you know you can also stamp with them? This clever idea comes from Jess over on Hero Arts. She inked up her stencils with Distress Ink , spritzed … Read More...
Tutorial: Pretty fabric covered flower pots
Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows how you can make the prettiest fabric covered flower pots. All you need is a pot, some fabric you love, and some Mod Podge
. These would make wonderful teacher gifts! … Read More...
How to Use Rocks on the Science Table
The other day my daughter told me one of the things she missed about having centers like they had in kindergarten was the science center. She said it was her favorite place (mostly because only one child was allowed there … Read More...
Time for Short-Sleeved Sweater Knitting
To be honest I was just working on a long-sleeved wool sweater the other day, because being cold knows no season for me, but for people who are a little better at regulating their temperature, some short-sleeved knit garments might … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Curve top cosmetic bag
This color block zip pouch is a pretty way to store your cosmetics! It has graceful lines, with a gently curved top and a boxed bottom. Inside, a row of pockets will keep your smaller items from getting lost in … Read More...
How to make a paper star fidget spinner
I just learned about fidget spinners this past weekend. I get the concept having your hands occupied while listening can be really helpful, doodling was what often kept my hands busy while listening. This fidget spinner is based on an … Read More...
Dear Mom Embroidered Letter Pattern
For this tutorial you will need basic sewing machine skills and embroidery skills including back-stitch and french knots. This Dear Mom Letter is adorable and could be altered to suit whomever you were giving it to. It would be really … Read More...
DIY Lush Dupes – Angel On Bare Skin
Angels on bare skin by LUSH, has to be one of the most popular products in their store. It also has to be one of the easiest ones to try and DIY at home. Here is the full recipe and … Read More...
Dainty White Belt
This dainty white belt is the perfect match for a Summer dress or vintage outfit. The tutorial is easy to follow and can be made in any color to suit your dress or outfit. Dainty Crochet Belt.
Tutorial and pattern: Animal Buddy Blanket for kids
These Buddy Blankets are adorable and would make the sweetest gift for a young child! Sew4Home has a tutorial and free pattern so you can make one! The blanket is super snuggly made from Cuddle fabric, and the animal head … Read More...
Technique: Ink Smooshing Card
Ink Smooshing is a quick and easy technique that gives a big punch of color. Using ink pads, water and a piece of plastic you can get this cool water color splashed effect. Visit the MASKerade blog where Ardyth has … Read More...