The blue square surrounds one of the 12 blocks that make up the quilt you see here. Designed by Judy Martin for her 1985 book, “Scrap Quilts”, it’s a favorite of Lindsey Rhodes, blogger at LRStitched. Lindsey increased the size … Read More...
Project: Paper Kleenex Holder Box
Know someone who is feeling poorly? Grab some pretty patterned cardstock and make them a cheerful tissue box holder. You can find directions over on The Heart Desires blog.
-Heather
Tutorial: Off the shoulder top from a thrift store blouse
Look what Jess from The Sewing Rabbit made from a thrift store blouse! She cut the top off and added shirring to make it an off the shoulder blouse. She shares a video on her blog showing how she did … Read More...
Essential Craft Show Tips for Beginner Makers
Are you working at your first craft fair this Summer? Well, first or 100th, these Essential Craft Show Tips for Beginner Makers by Kristen Rask on the CreativeLive blog could come in handy!
Each show can present new challenges and … Read More...
Free pattern: Springtime Patchwork Purse
Here’s a fun purse project for you to make this weekend! It’s the Springtime Patchwork Purse. Charise from Charise Creates shares it as a free pattern over at Sew Mama Sew. The purse measures 10 3/4 x 17″. There’s a … Read More...
Stylish Craft Room with a Vintage Twist
Head on over to take a tour of this beautiful craft room with a vintage twist. The room features heirloom items, bold colors and functional storage.
The main feature of the room is the large island for crafting and wrapping … Read More...
DIY Kitty Book Mark
Today I wanted to share with you this really, cute, easy and super cute DIY Kitty Book Marker made by Renee at Cute Simple Stuff. Not only is it cute but functional as well, you’ll never lose your book page … Read More...
Making Polymer Clay Mosaics
A customer in my shop asked my opinion on how she could tweak her garden mosaic with polymer clay pieces for interest. I haven’t made many mosaic type pieces so off I went researching. As it often happens, Sculpey.com had … Read More...
Free pattern: Starfish cuddle pillow
Angela from Handmade in the Heartland shares a free pattern for making this snuggly starfish pillow. Now, snuggly isn’t normally how I would describe a starfish, but this starfish pillow is made from Cuddle fabric so it’s all kinds of … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girls petticoat
Little girl’s dresses are so much prettier with a big poofy skirt. And the secret to a big poofy skirt is a petticoat underneath. They’re not so easy to find to buy in a store, but Totally Stitchin’ blogger Stephanie … Read More...
Watercolor and salt firework painting tutorial
I have been on the lookout for new and unusual painting techniques and this one is definitely on the “to-try” list. Pop on over to the blog Busy Mommy Media for the step by step tutorial on how to paint … Read More...
Campfire Cupcake
photo credit: Willowday
I’ve always wanted to go to Sweden and now I would like to go during their holiday called Valborg. How wonderful to see family and friends gathering around a bonfire in several neighborhoods to celebrate. I love … Read More...
10 scrapbusting patriotic sewing projects
I’m never at a loss for fabric scraps. The more I sew, the more scraps I have! Bite Sized Biggie has a great round-up of 4th of July sewing projects that make use of fabric scraps. Use your red, white, … Read More...
Recipe For Blue Velvet Cake
photo credit: Not Quite Nigella
Indulge in the captivating allure of this dark and mysterious cake that is bound to leave your guests utterly enchanted. Its enigmatic charm will have them swooning in delight, while the tantalizing flavors will leave … Read More...
Copycat Starbucks Double Chocolate Frappuccino Cupcakes
photo credit: Sugar Spun Run
I’m not a coffee fan, but this cupcake, looks really delicious! If you and your friends love Starbucks frappuccinos, then you will need to surprise them with these cupcakes. Sam at Sugar Spun Run shows … Read More...
Why You Should Wet Block Your Swatches
I’m guessing by now you know that you should knit swatches before embarking on large projects, especially garments that need to fit a particular person.
Not only is it important to know if you’re getting the same number of stitches … Read More...
Summertime Ideas the Whole Family Will Love
School is almost over for the year and kids everywhere are planning out their Summer vacation. Make sure you are a step ahead of them and ready for those times when the boredom sets in. These fun game ideas are … Read More...
DIY – Toilet Paper Tube Cat Family
How cute are these? Check out the full tutorial here. Toilet Roll Crafts Cat Family
To make a cardboard roll cat family play set of your own, you will need:
- 2 empty cardboard rolls
(paper towel size) OR 1 empty
(paper towel size) OR 1 emptyCross Stitched Frame For Under $1 – Learn How
Have you ever wanted to take your threads off canvas and outside the box? Wooden cross stitch is very popular and in high demand but the prices are high too. This tutorial shows you how to convert a $1 frame … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Fishnet Bikini Top
Don’t pay $100 of dollars for the latest “in style” of bikini’s when you can make your own. I mean who wants to pay hundreds of dollars for such a small amount of fabric right? You will need a plain … Read More...