Troy from Thriftanista in the City shows what she did with a pair of jeans that was too long for her. Instead of just rehemming them to the correct length, she cut the length off and create a gorgeous deep … Read More...
Quilt- Paper Piece a pussy cat
It’s brilliant how Charise, of Charise Creates, fussy cut the eyes of this cat with bluebirds. She finishes this sweet feline face with blue and red embroidery threads atop tiny pink hearts. Be still my heart. A talented quilter, she … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Easy no-sew choker t-shirt
With just a few easy cuts, you can turn a regular t-shirt into a trendy choker t-shirt. Laura from A Beautiful Mess shows how to do this easy DIY with no sewing required. It’s a quick way to update your … Read More...
Half painted sticks and rope napkin rings
A current trend right now that I am in love with is the half painted object. I have seen a lot of cool half painted rocks but these little stubby half painted sticks are so cute! Pop on over to … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt chrysanthemum
With all the felt flowers that Melissa from Melly Sews is making, I can feel that spring is just around the corner! Her latest tutorial is for making a felt chrysanthemum. The little loopy flower is so pretty! And be … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Kid sized messenger bag with a zip pocket
Little kids love carrying their stuff in their own bags! You can sew a kid-sized messenger bag using a free pattern from Emily at Nap Time Creations. The top is open (no flap) so it’s easy for them to get … Read More...
Knit a Super Simple Washcloth for Beginners
Washcloths are great projects for beginners — and knitters of all skill levels, really — because they give you a chance to try a stitch pattern or a new-to-you technique on a small scale.
They’re also small, portable and the … Read More...
The Easiest and Best Way To Cook Bacon
But the real question is “what is the easiest way to cook it?”. I always cook my bacon in a pan and I have to admit that I have never actually tried cooking Bacon in the oven. Check out this … Read More...
DIY String Art
String Art doesn’t need to be a “Dream” you can create your very own string art masterpieces with this step by step tutorial. I love the rainbow colors in this tutorial, it makes it look dreamy and magical. String Art … Read More...
Old Fashioned Rose Soap
This recipe is for an Old fashioned rose style soap. There is no activated charcoal or fancy stuff around this recipe. It’s amazing that it’s called old fashioned cause what does that make me then? I love a rose … Read More...
Tutorial: Rainbow St. Patrick’s Day Headband
Wear this cute rainbow St. Patrick’s Day headband and avoid all that nasty pinching business! Jessica from Cutesy Crafts shares a tutorial showing how you can make it. The headband is wrapped in a rainbow of ribbon and is finished … Read More...
Project: Blooming Tunnel Card
Learn how to use pattern paper and a flower shaped die cut to make a cool tunnel card. This card has so much depth, I love the 3D flower on the front! Kathy from Trimcraft has a step by step … Read More...
Make a Chess Board out of Legos
I’m a sucker for Lego projects. It’s fun to take these blocks to different places beyond the purchased kit or the basic things your kids might come up with to build on their own.
I’m blown away by this Lego … Read More...
Tutorial: Modern leather laptop sleeve
Rachel Teodoro shows how you can sew a modern leather laptop sleeve. Being made from leather, it looks sophisticated but the simple lines actually make this an easy project to sew. Sewing on leather does require extra care, but her … Read More...
How to Carve Your Own Custom Stamp
With a few simple print making tools you can start carving custom stamps, ensuring you have exactly what you want for your scrapbook pages. You’ll need:
- image template
- rubber carving block,
- linoleum carving set,
- a pencil,
- a craft knife and
Tutorial | Prize Ribbon Embellishments
Make these prize ribbon embellishments for your scrapbooking and mini album projects. You can change up the colors depending on the photos and papers you want to use! Everyone is a prize winner in some way right?
These come together … Read More...
Project: Stamped Mermaid Bookmark
Stamp up a pretty mermaid tag, perfect for using as a book mark. You’ll find a video tutorial from Heather Clay over on the Greeting Farm website.
-Heather
Tutorial: Cozy blanket that’s easy to make
Jill from Snugglebug University shows how you can sew a cozy blanket – and it’s not hard at all! Use a flannel for the top and a fleece, Minky or Cuddle fabric for backing. It’ll be so cozy to cuddle … Read More...
Tutorial: Snap mini-wallet
Susi from Loganberry Handmade shares a tutorial for making a simple mini-wallet with a snap closure. It’s a great project for using scraps of fabric! The edges are finished with bias tape. Use handmade bias tape from patterned fabric for … Read More...
Have You Seen These Amazing Knit Moths?
Thanks to Knit Hacker for sharing some pictures of the spectacular knit moths made by Max Alexander.
The level of detail on these is just beautiful and I can’t imagine how much time it must take to knit one.
This … Read More...