To create our DIY paint-dyed banner, They used a wax resist form of fabric dying, known as batiking. To make a batik, selected areas of the cloth are blocked out by brushing hot wax over them, and the cloth … Read More...
Project: Cats on a Fence Card
I love these cute kitties peeking over a fence! You can find a video tutorial over on the Gerda Steiner Stamps blog on how to cut and combine several cat face stamps with wood grain pattern paper for this sweet … Read More...
Tutorial: Make fabric bowl covers from fat quarters
Skip the plastic wrap! Patti from Hearth & Vine (formerly Garden Matters) shows how you can sew fabric bowl covers. Each one takes just a fat quarter and some elastic. They’ll fit over the tops of your bowls and help … Read More...
How to Frame a Stretched Canvas Painting
Have you ever wanted to have a canvas framed, but wanted a less expensive alternative to professional framing? Donna Herron shared a tutorial on how to easily frame a piece of artwork on canvas using wood lattice and just a … Read More...
DIY Drop Down Worktable
How to make a cool, space-saving drop down table. This folds up neatly against the wall when not in use, plus there’s a clever built-in way to hide the legs. Get the free how-to video and free plans, and make … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Cards for Kids to Make
Share the luck with these homemade St. Patrick’s Day Cards. These are fun for kids to make! You won;t believe the clever and fun supply used to paint the shamrocks.
Gather up cardstock, paints, markers and glue, then head over … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace up sweatshirt
Julia from Bunny Baubles shows how you can add a trendy lace up detail to a plain sweatshirt. You can use a regular ol’ crew neck sweatshirt like you find at the discount store. She shows how to add the … Read More...
Have You Tried Helical Stripes?
I have lately been showing off a lot of the gaps in my knitting knowledge, and here’s another one: I’ve never knit helical stripes.
This is a technique for knitting stripes in the round in which you basically move the … Read More...
Giveaway- Sew4Home Bags and Totes
Giveaway- Sew4Home Bags and Totes
Leave a comment in today’s post by March 16, 2017 and you are in the running for this awesome bag and tote making book.
Open to U.S. residents only please.
Create cool carryalls–no pattern required!… Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Upcycled jeans dog bone toy
Claire from Pillar Box Blue shows how you can make this upcycled denim dog bone toy. The denim from old jeans makes a sturdy toy, and look at how cool that faded denim looks! It’s a great project for jeans … Read More...
Shamrocks with Three or Four Leaves? Have it Your Way
I think of shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day as needing to have three leaves like the plant shamrock does.
But some people like to associate four-leaved clover with the holiday as well. Luck of the Irish and all that.
No … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy fabric Easter basket
Looking for a beautiful and functional sewing project this Easter? This fabric basket tutorial from Simple Simon & Co. is just what you need! Whether you’re prepping for the holiday or simply want a cute organizer, this easy-to-make basket is … Read More...
Easter Mason Jar Bunny
This tutorial shows you how to decorate a mason jar into a cute adorable bunny. Perfect for little treats and as a kids craft idea to celebrate Easter this year!
For this project I created my Bunny in a non … Read More...
Easter Chart For You To Download Now
This bunch of Easter bunnies certainly look like they are having fun. Maybe even an Easter Party. Just right click to save the image for the chart.
Adorable Chunky Easter Bunny Pattern
There’s no denying that Easter is a time for celebrating and having fun, and what better way to celebrate than by crocheting your very own Easter bunny? This adorable crochet bunny pattern is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Easter Nail Wraps
Moody 30th Party Inspiration
Tell me this doesn’t sound amazing: eating dinner by candlelight, feasting on a gilded cake and sipping on Blackberry Whiskey Smashes. It’s an amazing way to ring in a a new decade for photographer and birthday girl Anna Wu Photography. … Read More...
Pink Raspberry White Hot Chocolate
I don’t care how busy you are you have to stop and take a moment to try this Milkshake. My children love a hot milk in the mornings, I am sure with this one on the menu they are going … Read More...
Spring Tuilp Door Wreath
Spring is just around the corner, Haha I say that in Winter too, just to get myself out of bed. There is one thing that always makes me smile and that is a bunch of colored flowers. I think the … Read More...
Tutorial: Hem a circle skirt with bias tape
Circle skirts are quick and easy sew – until you get to the hem. Trying to turn a curved edge up in a smooth line is difficult, a double fold hem nearly impossible. Luckily, there’s an easier way. Lisa from … Read More...