I was a little distracted yesterday by Knitty’s fundraising efforts (which in less than a day met their first goal of $7,000 an issue, which will pay for a raise for designers) that I failed to mention it was also … Read More...
This Easy Duct Tape Garland Is Perfect for Last-Minute Parties
If you’re planning a last-minute party and don’t have time to shop for decorations, here’s a handy trick you’ll love. Make your own customized garland using duct tape. The tutorial from Charming Zebra suggests using gold duct tape for a … Read More...
Tutorial: The Most Quick and Easy Girls Skirt
Sara from Made By Sara shows how to make what she calls “The Most Quick and Easy Girls Skirt”. It’s a simple gathered skirt with an elastic casing waistband. It’s a great project for a new sewist to tackle. Or, … Read More...
Winner: Recycled Hexi Quilts book
Congrats go out to Jeri N. of Corpus Christi, TX as she is the winner of the book Recycled Hexie Quilts: Using Vintage Hexagons in Today’s Quilts.
Giveaway: Knitting Without Needles: A Stylish Introduction to Finger and Arm Knitting
Enter to win a copy of the new book:
Knitting Without Needles: A Stylish Introduction to Finger and Arm Knitting
by
Anne Weil
Leave a comment in today’s post by September 12, 2015 and you will be entered to win … Read More...
9 Ways To Use Zucchini In Your Baked Goods
Zucchini is a classic late Summer-Early Fall vegetable. If you love growing this green squash, and seem to have oodles and oodles of it popping up in your garden, you may want to consider using it in your baked goods. … Read More...
Have you been using these products the “wrong” way?
We agree that some of these ideas may be a little out there, but whether or not you think it’s what the product was actually made for, we all have to agree that they really do work. Take a look … Read More...
Free pattern: Zoey Dress
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for her Zoey Dress. It’s modern and easy to wear, a loose fit A-line dress with flared short sleeves. Her free pattern comes in women’s sizes 4-22.
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Attention Geeks Plastic Canvas Robot Key Chains
This Robot key chain is the perfect little plastic canvas project. It’s adorably and quick to make up. Perfect for the Geek in your life. Turn them into key chains, bag tags, zipper pulls or even Earrings. Free Robot Plastic … Read More...
Kids DIY Ceramic Hand Dish
These Mid Century ceramic hand dishes are adorable. They are perfect for cultural lessons including Diwali The Indian Festival of Lights. These would be great little gifts for parents or teachers too. Ceramic Hand Prints.
You can purchase white air … Read More...
Style me Quick – 15 Twisted Braid Hairstyles
You might not believe it but I can’t braid. Yes I can plait but when it comes to adding it strands of hair as you go, I totally fail. It’s as if my brain can’t process that little extra step. … Read More...
Free Pattern – Blue Whale Baby Booties
I love the colors used to make these adorable little Baby booties. Such a cute and handsome style for a little boy. The pattern is easy to follow and can be found for free over at Crobypatterns.com.
If you are … Read More...
Giveaway: A Muse Studio Hoilday Stamp Set
This week A Muse Studio has released their brand new holiday catalog full of wonderful stamp sets, dies and accessories for Fall, Halloween, Christmas and Winter. And to help celebrate they are generously giving away one of the adorable … Read More...
Tutorial: Spring meadow quilt
Kirsty of Bonjour Quilts celebrates the start of Spring (Australia) with this fresh quilt she calls “Meadow”. Commenter Betty van Os had this reaction to it,
… Read More...Beautiful sweeping meadow full of flowers in spring; I can almost smell them from
Tutorial: Fabric basket or tote with angled handles
These fabric baskets are so pretty! The tutorial for making them is at Sew4Home. The handles are stitched down the outside of the bag at an angle, creating a cool design element. Finished dimensions are 8″ wide x 7½” high … Read More...
Geometric Necklace Tutorial
If you love the geometric look in jewelry, then this is a tutorial you will not want to miss! You actually may be surprised at what materials you use to make it as well. Take a minute to read the … Read More...
What do you think of Adult Coloring Books?
Hey guys, Happy September!
Adult coloring books have become a popular trend in recent years, and it’s hard to miss their presence in bookstores and online retailers. As someone who has tried a few of these books myself, I have … Read More...
Tutorial: Boho silk scarf pumpkins
My fabric stash includes quite a few silk scarves. I pick them up at yard sales and thrift stores because, silk and pretty and cheap. Aunt Peaches shows how you can use your silk scarf stash to create the coolest … Read More...
50 Free Ocean Themed Graphics
… Read More...I have 50 favorite free ocean themed graphics for you today! Boats, sea creatures, bathing beauties, and shells are a few of the pretty images you’ll find n this round up over at The Graphic Fairy. If you headed to
Polymer Clay Tutorial: Fish Canes
Here’s a whimsical tutorial from KalinkaPolinka for fish canes. The tutorial is written in Russian but an English translation is included which is great because the best part are the hints and tips. The pictures are great and self explanatory … Read More...