I love creating special things out of items you might discard. Even more than that, I love making meaningful gifts to give at the holidays, for parties, and even graduations. I created this easy “bonus” gift to add to a … Read More...
‘Heart’ applique and embroidery mug-mat and coasters
I’ve made this lovely fabric mug-mat (place-mat) and coaster set to use in my sewing room. The theme was dear to my heart in these times so my embroidery text HOPE, FAITH, LOVE is relevant. I give a detailed tutorial … Read More...
“Certain Assets” of Bluprint Acquired by TN Marketing
Since I brought you the news in May that online craft learning membership site Bluprint (formerly Craftsy) was going to close “over the next few months,” I felt like I needed to share the next chapter as well.
The front … Read More...
How to sew a custom kids play cape
Over at A Beautiful Mess you can see how to create a custom superhero cape for kids to wear. Capes are always fun for kids, but even more so when you can customize them. A cape is easy to sew … Read More...
Felt Llama Free Sewing Pattern
Llamas are all the rage! Sew a quick felt llama with this free pattern from Felt With Love Deisgns. It takes just a few colors of felt and some easy hand stitches, so it’s a good project for a beginner. … Read More...
Acne Heat Mask
Make your own acne heat mask in this simple recipe.
Take a small dish towel or washcloth 
Sprinkle the optional ingredients on top, or fold them into the towel. See the full… Read More...
Alternative Die Ideas
I love seeing the creativity of others who can turn a stamp, punch or die into something completely different. Ardyth designed this bee and shark card using a rocket ship die from Ellen Hutson, how clever is that!? And for … Read More...
Get kids sewing with Sew a Softie in July!
If you’ve never made a softie before, now’s a good time to jump right in. That’s because it’s Sew a Softie Month! Trixi at Coloured Buttons blog created Sew a Softie Month to encourage folks, both kids and adults, to … Read More...
10 Summer Scrapbook Sketches
Ready to start working on some summer scrapbook pages? Scrapbooks and Cards Today has 10 brand new Summer Scrapbook Sketches to help get you started. There’s ideas for 8 1/2 x 11 and 12 x 12 pages as well as … Read More...
DIY 4th of July Favors
I made these easy 4th of July favors in less than 10 minutes and for less than $1 each. These favors would be great to make in bulk as party favors for your 4th of July party or get-together. They’re … Read More...
Racerback Tank T-shirt Free Sewing Pattern
This racerback tank t-shirt pattern is very functional because you can use any double jersey fabric and make it. It is not meant to be tight on your belly and is higher at the front than the back. A box … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Girls Peasant Blouse
Peasant tops are a staple in every girls wardrobe along with peasant dresses! Such easy sewing patterns for beginners and look simply adorable on little ones. Jump over to the blog for this free peasant blouse pattern for girls!
Easy Printable Fourth of July Scavenger Hunt
Odds are good you might not be having the Fourth of July celebrations that you normally would this year. We always have a cookout and shoot fireworks in the backyard, and we will probably still do that, but without all … Read More...
How to make a red, white and blue ribbon flag wand for 4th of July
Right now I really wish magic wands worked. And if they did this red, white, and blue one would be the one I would want to be waving. Even if it is simply symbolic I am going to make a … Read More...
Best collection of bookmarks and book decor accessories ever!
I might have made up “book decor accessories” but what would you call this fun addition of decorative grass to the tops of a bunch of books? The blades of grass aren’t bookmarks but boy are they cool and I … Read More...
6 Pet Free Coloring Pages
Our pets are part of our family and these wonderful coloring page reflect how much we love and appreciate them. Dover Publications has 6 different pet pages you can download, print and color and best of all they are all … Read More...
Printable Tropical Paper Leaves
This PDF packed FULL of tropical leaf templates will create stunning paper crafting projects and are perfect for summer, beach and travel scrapbook pages. You can cut them out by hand or use your electric die cutting machine. And best … Read More...
A Great Summer Sock Knitting Pattern
Since I have been home so much this summer I haven’t been wearing a lot of socks, but I do love short socks to wear around the house this time of year.
The Dambisa Socks from Bigger than Life Knits … Read More...
Pineapple Cross Stitch Pattern for Summer
I actually don’t know when pineapple season is, but pineapples are a fruit that reminds me of summer and tropical locations we all wish we were able to visit right now.
Stitching this pineapple cross stitch pattern from a Feathered … Read More...
Stitch 10 creative denim projects from recycled jeans!
You can have fun and save money too when you stitch these terrific projects from denim. Tips for sewing with denim are included. Projects include mother/daughter aprons, a stuffed bunny buddy, a pocket tissue cover, a caddy catchall for storing … Read More...