Emily at Nap Time Creations shows how you can make a special reading pillow with pockets on it to hold a child’s favorite book (or two, or three). Now they’ll have everything they need to curl up with a good … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric scrap pieced drawstring bag
My fabric scraps seem to multiply faster than I can use them. But I love them all so much, I can’t throw any of them away! Pam from Threading My Way has a tutorial showing how you can sew your … Read More...
Frozen-Inspired Anti-Valentine’s Day Cross Stitch
I was searching for Valentine’s Day cross stitch patterns recently (and I’ll have some to share in the next few days, I promise) and this design made me laugh out loud.
If you’ve seen “Frozen,” you will recognize this sentiment … Read More...
Free pattern: Fleece Haku dragon scarf
I’ve never seen the movie Spirited Away
, but when I saw this Haku dragon
scarf I was in love. Cutest scarf EVER. Choly Knight shares a free pattern on her blog, Sew Desu Ne? One end of the scarf … Read More...
Giveaway: Norah Gaughan’s Knitted Cable Sourcebook
Congratulations, Alosim!
I have long been inspired by Norah Gaughan’s innovative knitwear designs and her approach to knitwear. She seems to come at things from a different direction, in a way that can make other knitters’ heads spin, but it … Read More...
How to make an easy and pretty cord keeper
It seems like my cords just keep multiplying. Every time I turn around there seems to be another one. This tutorial on how to make a cord keeper out of two clothes pins is just what I need. I also … Read More...
Winner-Crochet Style: Over 30 Trendy, Classic and Sporty Accessories for All Ages
Congratulations go out to Carla H. of Orem, Utah as she is the winner of Crochet Style: Over 30 Trendy, Classic and Sporty Accessories for All Ages
Temari Ball – Simple Swirls
This tutorial by Happy stitch is actually called “A star is Born” but its more about the swirls. A simple design that requires a lot of thinking for the layout. Temari Swirl Design.
If you are new to the Art … Read More...
DIY Greenery Arch
This amazing archway has been created using lush green foliage instead of expensive flowers. You are going to need a few supplies and a little patience to get the layered effect but you have to admit it looks stunning. Check … Read More...
20 Valentine’s Day Cookies
I love this Cookie round-up by Slickhousewives.com. I love to celebrate Valentine’s day with my kidlets. We have so much fun creating a theme with Hearts and Kisses. My kids really enjoy having heart shaped food, we have even … Read More...
Projects: 8 Different Gift Holders for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching you probably have candy or small gifts to give so why not put them in some adorable hand made gift holders. Jennifer McGuire has 8 different ideas for small gift holders like boxes, bags, gift … Read More...
Tutorial: Girls’ tulle sweatshirt dress
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn recreated the look of a cute sweatshirt tutu dress she saw, but for a fraction of the price of buying it. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it, starting with an expensive sweatshirt … Read More...
Tutorial: Card holder key rings
Making a quick trip to the grocery store just got cuter with these credit card holder key rings. Liz Johnson of sew4home shows you how to make one with a picture-by-picture tutorial. If you don’t have the featured Dritz Hardware … Read More...
Tutorial: Make and Mend fold up sewing kit
Art Gallery Fabrics shares a tutorial for this Make and Mend Sewing Kit. Inside the fold up fabric kit are pockets to hold notions, a large zippered pocket, and small squares to hold pins and needles – everything you need … Read More...
11 Tips to Organize With Pegboard
Pegboard is everywhere—and with good reason as it’s a flexible and customizable option for organizing a scrap room.
Here’s a great tutorial showing how you can set one up for yourself, with framing to boot.
You’ll also find resources for … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace up top refashion
Liz from Cotton & Curls shows how you can turn a V-neck blouse into a lace up top. You won’t need to add any grommets, either, so no need to go buy the grommets and grommet setting tools. Instead, she … Read More...
Tips for sewing for teens
When my daughter was little, I’d sew all kinds of things for her – dresses, jammies, even doll clothes. She loved it all because I made it for her. But as she moves into her teen years, that approval is … Read More...
Freebie: Valentine Monkey Digital Stamp
I think this is one of the prettiest monkey’s I’ve ever seen! You can download a black and white version of this sweet Valentine Monkey digi stamp over on the Dearie Doll Digi blog.
-Heather
Looking for more digital … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt Valentine love bugs kids can sew
These Valentine Love Bugs are simple enough for kids to make, and fun for them to play with! Trixi from Coloured Buttons shares a tutorial showing how you can make them. The felt love bugs are filled with rice so … Read More...
Super Organised Craft Room
A peek inside Stephanie Bryan’s super organized craft room with lots of organizational ideas for scrapbooking supplies like sequins, wood veneer, die cuts, paperclips, mini clothespins and more. See how she uses a variety of storage baskets, jars and … Read More...