I was so surprised when I saw what the base of this headband holder is made of. I want to tell you but I think it’s better if you pop on over to the blog Rain on A Tin Roof … Read More...
Technique: Faux Tile Card
Here’s a neat technique for getting your stamped cards to look like ceramic tiles. Cut your stamped image into equal squares and cover the cardstock with clear embossing ink and clear embossing power, heat and repeat this a few times … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a shelf bra to a tank top
Rachel from Imagine Gnats shows how you can add a shelf bra when you make a tank top. She uses the Greenwood Tank pattern by Straight Stitch Designs, but this will work with any fitted tank top pattern.
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Free pattern: Candy Scraps quilt
Scrap quilt fan Corey, of Little Miss Shabby, shared pattern, Candy Scraps at Moda Bake Shop. Published in February 2014, this lovely design is new to me, and if not to you, bears repeating. Why? It’s the perfect pattern to … Read More...
Tutorial: Cape scarf wrap
This cape scarf has me dreaming of crisp mornings and cool evenings. That says a lot, because I really don’t like cold weather! Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make one. You can use any heavy weight … Read More...
DIY Photo Display Box
Natalie Wright shares the perfect way to relive those summer memories. Don’t keep them locked up in a scrapbook or worse, on your phone or hard drive. Try an off-the-page project using some of your favorite photos and a wooden … Read More...
DIY Faux Wood Grain Tags + Silhouette File
Learn how to make your very own faux wood grain tags using the Silhouette Curio. Aki takes you through all the steps from conception, to sketch to working with the file in the Silhouette machine. She shares tips for making … Read More...
DIY Cat in the City Bracelet
I was browsing for a great fall design and while this may not have been meant as such, the colour scheme and black cat motif make ME think Cool Halloween Project. The tutorial appears in Russian (English translation) … Read More...
Tutorial: Coffee sack boot shapers
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse made these boot shapers out of burlap coffee sacks and some silk fabric. They’re filled with batting with a sprinkle of lavender to keep things smelling pretty. Drawstring tops keep them closed. If you can’t … Read More...
17 Bacon-Wrapped Snacks
With football season here, the boys will want some bacon while watching the game. I know I would love some bacon anytime. Here is an oldie that was a goodie from last year.
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How To Make Garlic Bread with Fresh Herbs in Flower Pots
There is nothing like the smell of fresh baked bread wafting through the house. Anytime you have anything baking or cooking makes the house feel warm and cozy. These cute loaves are baked into flower pots. Yelena Strokin from Cooking … Read More...
Tutorial: How to draft a sleeve pattern
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can draft a sleeve pattern based on your measurements. The post is part of her series on using custom-drafted patterns to achieve better fit with printed patterns.
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DIY Cement Pacman Magnets
Using a silicon mold and some quick-drying cement, Naomi (from Plaster and Disaster) made these bright and funny Pac-Man magnets to put on her fridge! She says these were fast to make and fun to paint in bold colors and … Read More...
Giveaway- Furniture Hacks: and other creative updates for a unique and stylish home
Giveaway- Furniture Hacks: and other creative updates for a unique and stylish home
Leave a comment in today’s post by September 25, 2015 and you are in the running for a copy of this upcycler’s dream book filled with tons … Read More...
How to make a recycled tp tube card holder
Is there anything you can’t make with a tp tube? Well, I’m sure there is but this business card holder is a true surprise. I did a test and gift cards fit great as well in a flattened tube. With … Read More...
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer
Last time I showed a pumpkin spice non-dairy creamer, here is one with cream. Enjoy your pumpkin spice all year around and not just during the fall season. I wonder how this would be with hot chocolate? Do they make … Read More...
Preserving (Not Drying) Fall Leaves
The Fall season is absolutely beautiful. Many people love the warm and cozy colors that come along with Autumn, and if you are looking for some great ways to preserve the beauty that nature offers, you’ll want to read this … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage tea towel throw pillow
Vintage tea towels have the best graphics on them. But I never want to use them as actual towels because I don’t want them to get all stained and ruined. Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life shows how you … Read More...
15 Fantastic Halloween Party Games
I’m loving this roundup of 15 fantastic Halloween party games from Babble. My family’s Halloween party is a cherished annual tradition, but I’m always struggling to come up with suitable entertainment for the kids. The “Pop the Pumpkin” game in … Read More...
You Won’t Believe What She Has Embroided
This hand Embroidered Lamp shade is simply stunning. Thanks to Mr X Stitch I came across this wonderful artist Molly Muriel. You can read more about her on his blog post Stitchgasm.