We spend a lot of time thinking about the gift but what about the first impression? That moment someone sees the wrapped box for the first time. Take the time to make this years gift wrapping just that little bit … Read More...
Best Remedies For Migraines
I have suffered from migraines for as long as I can remember and here is a list of the top 6 At home DIY remedies. I think I have tried them all at some point. The problem i find … Read More...
Crochet Countdown Calender
This calender is adorable and the free pattern also includes a small Christmas themed ornament pattern added each week to hang off the buttons. You can grab the full list of Ornaments straight away as this was a weekly project … Read More...
Paper Daisies Party Backdrop
You can finish off this party backdrop for under $10, then throw in splashes of yellow party supplies and you have yourself one very pretty and dainting party. This party would be bright and cheerful for any age group. Daisy … Read More...
Freebie: Printable ‘prewashed’ labels to show which fabrics are ready to use
If I’m sewing clothing, or anything else that will get washed, I always always always prewash my fabric before sewing it. In a perfect world, I’d prewash all of my fabric before it went into the stash, but this is … Read More...
Project: Snowman Pop Up Card
Learn how to make a snowy scene pop up card with some adorable snowman stamps and dies from Gerda Steiner Designs. Pop on over to their blog for a video tutorial.
-Heather
Free pattern: Oslo Craft Bag
Whether you knit or sew or scrapbook, or do any other type of craft, this tote bag is perfect for your supplies! And Sara from Sew Sweetness has a free sewing pattern for you to make it when you sign … Read More...
Decorate With Printable 3D Christmas Trees
These modern Christmas trees are simple to make – just print, cut, and glue. I love the graphic style of these, and if you’re looking for a minimalist way to start decorating these are just perfect!
Get the printable Christmas … Read More...
Free Trimcraft Printable Christmas Papers & Tags
It’s time to get cute and Christmassy with a free paper download! This magical collection of pretty penguins, sparkles, Christmas trees and snowflakes will add a wonderful look to your festive projects.
… Read More...Download the papers, and follow the instructions
Poppies from Polymer
This tutorial, linked to from a Russian blog, is all pictures but explains fairly clearly how to build a great, detailed poppy. It looks like the tutorial is using cold porcelain and paints to colour it. You, obviously, can … Read More...
Week 1: Sugarplum Table Runner QAL
Jewel tones for holiday decor, yes please. Faith of Fresh Lemons did a guest post today at We All Sew to kick off her Sugarplum Table Runner Quilt Along (QAL). Solids against a white ground give the quilt blocks a … Read More...
Tutorial: Cherry pie pot holder
At our house, it’s not Thanksgiving without pies for dessert! Laura from A Beautiful Mess shares a tutorial for making a cherry pie pot holder that is totally adorable with it’s lattice top and scalloped edge! Instead of buying insulated … Read More...
Rub and Color Craft Kit
You know how much I LOVE no mess projects….well…my daughter received Rub and Color as a gift from her Great Grandmother and we both love it. There are blank pages for you to do your own thing on, but it … Read More...
Technique: Coloring Stamped Images with Colored Pencils on Kraft Paper
Add a vibrant pop of color to your stamped images when you heat emboss with white on Kraft colored cardstock and color them in with bright colored pencils. Nichol Spohr from Mama Elephant will show you how to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy pleated zipper pouch
Cindy from Skip To My Lou shows how you can sew this easy pleated zipper pouch. It can be used for a makeup pouch, a pencil pouch, and more. It makes a great Christmas gift, especially if it’s gifted filled … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy pom pom chair back covers
Changing the look of a straight back is as easy as slipping a cover on the back! And Abby from Sew Much Ado shows how you can make these chair back covers with pom pom trim. Choose a pretty fabric … Read More...
Cross-Stitch Poppies for Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day is celebrated around the world on Nov. 11 to remember the end of hostilities in World War I (in America we have Veteran’s Day, which serves the wider purpose of honoring veterans of all conflicts).
The classic symbol … Read More...
How to make faux raw cotton branches
Raw cotton is so pretty but I can’t say I would find it out in nature here in SoCal so this tutorial sent in by Borei is just what I need to go along with the pine branches, acorns and … Read More...
How To Make Homemade Freezer Garlic Bread
One of my biggest problems cooking during the holidays, is timing. I always seem to forget an item or it isn’t ready in time for the meal. At Christmas, we always have a lasagna and I always forget the bread. … Read More...
Thanksgiving Pilgrim Hat
This Thanksgiving tutorial shows you how to make a Pilgrims hat for a table decoration. You can flip it over and create a candy box also.