This is a fantastic way to add a little touch of Handmade to a store bought cardigan or sweater. I know my children wouldn’t mind getting a little bit of this kinda embellishment on their typical mass produced high street … Read More...
Cross-Stitch Basics: How to Clean Cross Stitch
Despite our best efforts while we are working on a project, our cross-stitched objects sometimes get a little dirty.
Prevention can help a lot: always wash your hands before you stitch, don’t eat and stitch (or drink colored/sugary liquids), store … Read More...
Tips for tackling your mending pile
I’m sure there’s someone out there that enjoys mending, but most of us do not. For me, mending is a task, a job that needs to be done, while sewing is something I do because I want to. But enjoy … Read More...
Project: Stamped Polar Bear Muslin Gift Bag
Need a gift bag for a friend who has a winter birthday? Grab some fun winter themed stamps and make a cute muslin gift bag. You can find stamping and coloring tips for this project over on the Terial Arts … Read More...
Tutorial: Marbled magnetic pin dish
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how you can make a pretty marbled pin dish to keep your pins handy while you’re sewing. The dish is magnetic to attract and hold the pins, while keeping them to grab when you need … Read More...
Craft & Sewing Room Storage and Organization
Take a tour of this impressively organized craft room. Lots of the ideas used here are easily copied or adapted to suit your needs. Find ideas for storage furniture as well as organizational solutions for paper, ribbon, buttons, washi tape… Read More...
How to make a picture frame without cutting
This is a great idea that I bet would work in lots of cases to add a frame to a flat piece of art. Pop on over to Designer trapped in a lawyers body blog find out this ingenious re-use … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy reversible doll skirt
ConnieD shows how you can make a simple reversible skirt for a doll. It’s easy to make and sure to delight your child. She makes them for the printable Doll Fabric doll by See Kate Sew, but you can easily … Read More...
Cookie Charms for Your Valentine
Valentine’s Day is coming up. Maybe you’re thinking about making something sweet? Or something charming? This jam filled cookie charm fills the bill. Sort of. In a completely faux sort of way. It’s adorable and low cal. PuddingFishCakes – love … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew Valentine pom pom pillow
See how to make a Valentine pom pom pillow, with no sewing required! Jennifer from The Craft Patch shares a tutorial at Crafts Unleashed. There’s no sewing because she starts with a purchased pillow cover. They’re easy to sew, so … Read More...
Tutorial: 3-D felt flower hoop art
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can make pretty felt flower embroidery hoop art that will brighten up any gray winter day. The fluffy bloom is made from felt circles with an embroidered stem and appliqued leaf. She … Read More...
Unpoppable Bubbles are a Fun Science Lesson
We’ve made what were supposed to be super strong bubbles before, but nothing quite like this un-poppable bubble.
Hip Homeschool Moms has a video from Labracadabra that shows how to make and play with bubbles that aren’t literally unpoppable but … Read More...
Have You Met Sam Barsky? If Not, You Should
I was introduced to Sam Barsky, in the virtual sense, through a knitting group on Facebook.
Like many of us, Sam has a knitting-related obsession. His is sweater knitting.
In particular, knitting pictoral sweaters of landmarks or with a particular … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Balloon Backdrop
If you’re planning a wedding or Valentine’s Day party, this balloon backdrop is the perfect decor piece to add some fun and flair to your event. Not only is it visually stunning, but it’s also versatile enough to be used … Read More...
Flower Power Detox Mask – DIY
With all natural ingredients, it is great at gently exfoliating your skin and removing impurities. With minimal ingredients and a glass jar you could not only be making this for your own use you could be gifting it to friends … Read More...
Tutorial: Tartan poncho with faux fur lining
Looking for a warm but stylish wrap to wear out in the cold weather? Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can make a faux fur lined tartan poncho. Wear it belted or … Read More...
Free Class | Automate Your Photo Organization
If you are wondering what to do with all of the photos you have stored on your phone then this masterclass is for you!
Steph Clay will show you how to use Google Photos, a FREE and powerful tool, to … Read More...
Tip: Winter Themed Valentine Card
Since for many of us it’s still cold during Valentine’s Day why not get a little more use from your winter stamps by using them on Valentine cards? Like this adorable bundled up bear card from designer Yana Smakula, she’s … Read More...
Free online quilting course
Calling all quilting newbies. If making a quilt is on your bucket list, Rashida of No 3 Quilt Studio has you covered. As a thank you to the online quilting community, who nurtured her sewist’s soul, she’s offering a series … Read More...
Tutorial: Sashiko denim patchwork clutch
This patchwork clutch by Lindsey Crafter combines raw edge denim and sashiko stitching to create a richly textured surface. She shares a tutorial showing how she made it! She uses purchased jean patches for the patchwork accents, but you could … Read More...