July is Skirting the Issue at Simple Simon & Co. It’s a month-long series encouraging sewists to sew up skirts to donate to children in foster care. You can read more about Skirting the Issue here. And because it’s … Read More...
Garage Organization Tip: Use the underside of your benches to store screws in jars!
Those pesky screws! There is never one when you need to find one the right size or of the right thread!
So this idea from the now defunct chezlarsson.com blog got me really interested. It’s so simple in execution and … Read More...
16 Simple DIY Backyard Projects You Can Complete In One Weekend
We all like a good DIY project now and then, but we may not always have the time to do all of the projects we want to do. If you are like most, you need to look for ideas that … Read More...
Celebrate Ultra Alpaca with a Mystery Knitalong
Berroco’s awesome Ultra Alpaca yarn is 10 years old, and Berroco has started a mystery blanket knitalong to help celebrate.
The project recently kicked off on the Berroco blog with a log cabin inspired block.
You can check out the … Read More...
Retro Pinup Girl Headband
Everything old is new again right? Well this pattern is new but the look is old; well retro really. How amazing are this ladies green/hazel eyes?
The pattern is straightforward and easy to follow. It is perfect for beginners: Retro … Read More...
Ice Cream Sundae Brick
What a fun way to serve ice cream. Of course if you have a picky ice cream eater, then you may want to stick to serving ice cream separately. When this was made it was for the 4th of July, … Read More...
Host a “You’re One in a Melon” Watermelon-Themed Party
Watermelon is one of my favorite summer foods, so it’s not surprising that I think this “You’re One in a Melon” watermelon-themed party is absolutely adorable. My favorite parts are the modern pink and red watermelon cutouts used to make … Read More...
Tip: Custom Card Borders
You can make your own cool custom borders for your cards and scrapbook pages using rubber stamps and punches. Laurie Wilson is sharing a video tutorial over on Capture the Moment showing you how. I also love her tip of … Read More...
How to make a Stegosaurus Dinosaur
I have a whole drawer full of styrofoam balls and I never seem to have a fun project to do with them… and then I ran across this amazing dinosaur! Sharon, from Crafts ‘n Coffee, created this Stegosaurus using a … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY shade screen for your porch or patio
A shade panel like this one can filter harsh sunlight, making your porch or patio more livable during all parts of the day. Sew4Home shows how you can make one. Make some decorative pillows or cover cushions in the same … Read More...
Rustic Pink Wedding Inspiration
Burlap and baby’s breath is still a big hit when it comes to wedding planning, and if you love the look, but want to keep it elegant and classy, adding a blush or light pink to the mix will be … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a bag from outgrown pants
Nothing like a child’s growth spurt to create piles of too-small clothes. Gathered Threads shows how you can turn a pair of outgrown pants into a cute new bag. You’re only using the top portion of the pants so this … Read More...
Simple Patterned Glass Vase
Create added interest this summer for your flower display by adding your favorite scrapbook paper to a glass vase! Amy from Delineate your Dwelling shared the tutorial for making this gorgeous glass vase and she makes it look so easy … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a Hole Pendant
Angelique put a tutorial online a bit ago for a dramatic pendant made of “holes” or, in this case, circles and holes. A combination of clever cutting and baking on a curved surface creates a great lentil pendant. For added … Read More...
Tutorial: Jeans too short? Turn them into a jean skirt
Back-to-school sales are starting soon, so that means it’s time to assess your kids’ wardrobe to see what still fits and what needs passing on. Not all clothes that are too small need to be donated, though. If your daughter … Read More...
TUTORIAL: MAKE A POM-POM WALL HANGING
Lisa Tilse of “we-are-scout” is a Sydney-based designer, crafter and maker. Her former blog, the red thread had a loyal global following. Step back into the 70s with Lisa and create this beautiful pom-pom wall hanging. She said that this … Read More...
Free pattern: Mod circle cape wrap
The Pattern Pattern Etsy team shares a vintage project sheet on their blog for making this wrap-around cape. It’s made as a circle, with holes cut in for the arms. If you make it from a heavy fabric it would … Read More...
Strawberry Sunburst Cocktail
I love strawberry lemonade and this one has a little kick to it. There is a recipe for strawberry lemonade after the cocktail or you can buy some at the store. I’m thinking another way to use up those fresh … Read More...
Casting Call for DIY Show
HEY DIYer’s!Have you ever wanted to be on TV? I wanted to let you guys know about a fantastic opportunity! JS Casting is working on a new show and is looking for a new talent for a major cable design … Read More...
How to make a hot glue and rhinestone mask
It can be so fun to use something unexpected like hot glue
at the base material and not just to stick stuff together. Pop on over to the blog Klaire De Lys for the video tutorial on how to make … Read More...