I don’t know why I didn’t give this one away sooner, but You Can Knit That by Amy Herzog is a book I would want if I were starting out with sweater and garment knitting, and … Read More...
Tutorial: Inserting an invisible zipper
Invisible zippers are magical notions. You just sew them in and they disappear into the seam allowance of your fabrics. Aside from the zipper pull, they’re practically invisible. They’re not hard to install, but you do need to follow a … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled burlap bunny table runner
Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shows how you can make this ruffled burlap table runner. Lace trim down the sides and rows of ruffles at the ends make a beautiful contrast with the rustic texture of the burlap. With bunny … Read More...
How to Make a Travel Scrapbook Layout
Are your travel photos piling up? Get them documented in a scrapbook by following this tutorial over at Hobby Craft. Even if you don;t have the exact supplies they used, this will still inspire you to get the stories of … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Hexie pincushion
I find hexies satisfying to make, but I’m not so good at sewing them all together to make a large project like a quilt. I need a smaller projects for my hexies, like this hexie pincushion by Swoodson Says. She … Read More...
Tutorial: Oilcloth diaper clutch and changing mat
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew an oilcloth diaper clutch and changing mat. The oilcloth makes them waterproof. The slick surface also wipes clean easily, another important feature when talking about diaper changes.
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Project: Night Time Sky Journal Page
Over on the Unity Stamps blog you can learn how to make a stunning mixed media journal page with night time sky scene using gouache. Add some stamped images or die cuts to finish off the look. Click here to … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Charm square bunny treat bags
Sew these adorable bunny treat bags from charm squares! Caroline from Sew Can She shares a tutorial and a free pattern for making them. Each bag uses 4 5″ squares of fabric, with very little waste. Make them from your … Read More...
Should You have a Blog for Your Creative Business?
If you have an Etsy shop or another type of creative business, do you also have a blog? Or have you thought about starting one? Carmen from Carmen Whitehead Designs shares 5 reasons why creative business owners should blog.
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Download: Manga Geisha Girl Digital Stamp
The Imagination International Academy is sharing this adorable Manga Style Geisha Girl digital stamp to download for free. Click here to get her.
-Heather
Finding the right marker for colouring skin can be exceptionally hard, with 36 different skin color … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby diaper and wipes travel pouch
Nina from Nina Makes shows how you can sew a baby diaper and wipes travel pouch. It’s small enough to fit in your purse, but still has room for a baby diaper (or two) and a pack of wipes – … Read More...
Giveaway Reminder: Paper Pumpkin Kit
There’s still time to enter to win the February Paper Pumpkin kit. Click here to visit the original post to enter to win.
-Heather
Tutorial and pattern: Girls tunic dress and nightgown
Sew a tunic dress or nightgown for your little girl using this free pattern from Emily at Nap Time Creations. The front bodice is gathered at the shoulder seam. Make it short as a tunic or longer as a dress … Read More...
If you see a seam ripper | Printable
Parents of young children who sew will laugh out loud as they learn Susan’s of Crafter Hours reason for creating this printable. But really anyone who sews can appreciate the sentiment. Myself included.
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Handmade Etsy – Shoe Sticker
Something Blue – based on the traditional rhyme stands for purity, love and fidelity. These I Do Shoe Stickers are a unique idea for the something blue for bride to be! A modern day take on a time honoured wedding … Read More...
Soap Making Video – Cinabun Soap
Free pattern Freedom Scarf
You won’t believe how easy this chain scarf is! It’s yet another way to use Ruffle Yarn like Sashay, Pirouette or Starbella. Be sure to check out my YouTube Tutorial Video on how to make this in the next section!
DIY His + Her Face Planters
If you’re impatiently waiting for Spring to arrive, Bring the outside in with this tutorial on how to create simple craft His + Her DIY Face Planters. Amy from Delineate Your Dwelling made these fabulous planters using a Silhouette die … Read More...
Project: Masculine Shirt and Tie Card
Tie one on! 🙂 This clever shirt shaped card is perfect for a masculine birthday card or Father’s Day. Torico shares a link to the original template she used plus how she designed her tie. Visit her blog for all … Read More...
Tutorial: Boxy zip pouch
Svetlana from Sotak Handmade shows how you can make a boxy zip pouch. Contrast fabric pieced around the zipper is a fun detail that makes these bags stand out. The boxy bags are perfect for cosmetics or shave kits. They’re … Read More...