Geta shows us her skills with her latest quilt pattern, “Delicious Expectations”. With a finished size coming in at 30” x 34” along with raw edge applique and machine stitching, you can have this baby completed in no time.
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Free pattern: Knot Tote
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit has updated her Knot Tote pattern and has the new version up for download. She shared the original pattern 4 years ago, and it continues to be a favorite. The hobo style bag has has … Read More...
It’s a hack…blog hop!
Michael Miller is hosting, along with a happy stitch, a blog hop where sewists have taken a pattern and MM fabric and made something wonderful. Yep, a hack! Bloggers participating in this event include,
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50 Ideas to Add GOLD Into Your Wedding Decor
Gold is a very classic color, especially when it comes to wedding décor. Add a little or a lot, depending on the look you are going for, and you won’t go wrong either way. This post shows you 50 different … Read More...
Feature Friday: Pleasant St Studios
Today’s Feature Friday post is the wonderful Etsy shop named Pleasant St Studios. Shop owner Sarah has a great eye for fine, yet simple jewelry and does an amazing job and perfecting all of her creations to be the very … Read More...
Tutorial: 4th of July pocket tees
The 4th of July is a little over a week away, but there’s still time to whip up some cute patriotic t-shirts to wear. Melissa from Polkadot Chair shows how you can make these flag pocket tees and also a … Read More...
5 Tips on Writing an Artist Statement
Have you ever been asked to write and artist statement? I haven’t, but when asked to write something “about me” I totally forget who I am. It’s so hard!
Carmen from The Artcademy wrote up 5 tips for writing and … Read More...
Freebie | Speech Bubble Journal Cards
These cards would be great for recording the things your kids say, or a funny conversation with friends and family. The PDF file is in A4 format, but should also print out fine on letter sized sheets. Follow the link … Read More...
Tutorial: Garden Art
As I’ve mentioned before I’m a big fan of clay. Mostly, that’s polymer clay but I’ve played with a lot of other varieties of clays – ceramics, air dry, model magic, paper clay… all sorts of good stuff. This tutorial… Read More...
Make A-head Frozen Daiquiries
Here is a great idea that can made up to a month ahead of time! There is also a recipe for frozen margaritas too. You no longer need to be a slave to the blender while entertaining. The best thing … Read More...
Volcano Crispy Treats
I have not seen the new movie “Inside Out” yet, but apparently there is a short film included. Ashley from Cute as a Fox, saw it and was inspired to make these cute crispy treats to look like the characters … Read More...
How to make art that only comes out when it rains
I get simply giddy when I learn about a new product that allows you to create art in a new way. There is a paint that you can spray on concrete that will bring out the image you create when … Read More...
9 Deliciously Festive Goodies For Your Patriotic Celebration
The patriotic American holiday is fast approaching and if you are looking for some delicious, yet festive and fun treats to have for your celebration, this post is perfect. Take a look at these 9 ideas we found from blogs … Read More...
Coconut Oil Scalp Treatment
And if you do it with natural stuff, then it is even better!
Get this all natural recipe for scalp treatment here!
Free pattern: Oh so cute felt koala
Oh, this felt koala softie is giving me the signs. He is the cutest little softie!! Lia Griffith has a free pattern for making him. It’s all hand sewing (and a bit of glue). Blanket stitch to be exact. If … Read More...
30 Perfect Poolside Treats
When you’re planning a pool party, you want to serve food that’s light and refreshing. For your convenience, Diary of a Recipe Collector has prepared a roundup of 30 yummy treats that are perfect for any pool party. There’s yogurt … Read More...
A Whole Bunch of Charity Knitting News
I like to save up knitting related news for roundups every now and then, and I’ve collected a whole bunch of charity knitting news — which seems to be the main reason knitters are in the news, which is wonderful … Read More...
Fire Pit S’mores Cake
How cute! Looks like the perfect fire pit to roast the marshmallows on for s’mores. The best part, is the s’mores is baked into the cake. A great birthday cake for the camping enthusiast or s’mores lover. I would package … Read More...
The Secret To Perfect Bath Bombs
Bath Bombs are one of those DIY projects you start because it looks so easy. Whilst it is easy, it is not always as easy as it looks to get your bath bombs round. If you have ever wondered how … Read More...
OMG Which Color Goes With What?
Sometimes I write posts and think why am I writing this, surely everyone knows this stuff right? It’s not me being cocky, its me being naive. You see I grew up in a creative DIY household. During the week we … Read More...