Do you know what day it is today? May 4th is not just another day for some people. It can be known as a day of celebration for those avid fans of a galaxy far, far away. If you know … Read More...
Spring Cleaning Tips and Checklists
Now that we are into the month of May, we are technically closer to Summer than Spring. However, if you still have not tackled some of your Spring cleaning projects, then you will want to check out this post from … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Cover a t-shirt neckline seam with twill tape
Lauren from Pattern Workshop and Baste and Gather shows how you can cover a t-shirt neckline seam with twill tape. It creates a cleaner finish and sits more comfortably against the skin. If you use colored or patterned twill tape, … Read More...
Free Pattern – Crochet Stool Cover
If you can crochet strips then you can make this amazing stool cover. The crochet strips and weaved in and out to create a cane finish to your cover. The Full tutorial can be found here.
Tea Cup Cards
When I stumbled onto this homemade tea cup card, the first thing I thought of was what a great Mother’s Day card it would make! It is easy to make these cards and I just know they will be a … Read More...
And the Winner is………..
Karey! Congrats, you’ve won this months Stampin Up Paper Pumpkin Card Kit giveaway, please respond to the e-mail I’ve sent you.
And if you didn’t win, please check back in a few weeks for the next monthly Paper Pumpkin kit … Read More...
Freebie: Gnome Digital Stamp
I love garden gnomes, I have several around my yard. The Dearie Dolls blog has this sweet girl holding a gnome digital stamp to download for free, you can get a color version or black and white to color yourself, … Read More...
Tutorial: Watercolor on fabric
Cami from Tidbits shows how you can achieve a dreamy, washed color effect by watercoloring on fabric. The process looks like it would be so much fun! She used her painted fabric to make a set of throw pillows. I … Read More...
Making Your Own Crystals For A Crystal Ball Jewelry Pendant
Have you ever tried making you own faux crystals? It’s a lot easier than you would probably think, and can be done with items you most likely have in your home. Take a look at this tutorial from Mark Montano … Read More...
Money Rose Tutorial
Are you looking for a good alternative to using fresh flowers at your wedding? Making money roses may be an interesting twist to try. Take the money you would have spent on fresh flowers and make a money rose bouquet. … Read More...
Tutorial: Glitter stencil tie-front shirt
Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can make this tie-front t-shirt with a sparkly anchor design on it. It’s an easy no-sew project. The shirt is made from a plain t-shirt, with just some easy cuts to give it the … Read More...
Who’s Got Talent? A Global Artisan Showcase 2015
Today I wanted to let you know about a new blog series on the blog post DIY Crush called ‘Global Artisan Showcase’! Very talented designers of all kinds of crafting areas will get featured once they get discovered.
… Read More...Denise says:
Bubblegum Bouquet
How cute is this? Very cute party favor for little kids, teens and adults. Who doesn’t like to blow bubbles with their gum? I also have a nasty habit of snapping my gum after I blow bubbles. Ooops! After looking … Read More...
Project: Journal Card
Small single sided cards are perfect for journaling, scrapbooking, to use as artist trading cards or project life books. Tammy Tutterow has directions for making this pretty card using embossing, ink pads, stamping , embellishments and more. Visit her blog … Read More...
Tutorial: Thread belt loops made on your sewing machine
When you purchase a dress that comes with a belt, there will often be little thread belt loops at the sides of the waist to keep the belt from sliding. Deby from So Sew Easy shows how you can make … Read More...
Free pattern: Girls button shoulder top
This girls boxy top has an interesting button tab detail at the shoulders. Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a free pattern for making it. The fit is loose, just what you need for casual spring and summer outfits. Her … Read More...
Enter ‘Songs of Freedom – Celebrating Democracy’ contest
Together, Ballaarat Quilters Inc., and the Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (M.A.D.E) launch a national quilters’ challenge for 2015.
The news release says,
… Read More...The theme of the 2015 challenge is – ‘Songs of Freedom – Celebrating Democracy’. This
Dandelion and Lemon Biscuits
Dandelions means so many different things to different people. For kids, they are the flowers that you bring to mom or turn into bracelets and crowns. They turn into wishes as it begins to seed. Some adults like to eat … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew up a simple fabric box
Vicky from Mad for Fabric shows how you can sew up a simple fabric box. She is using the one she made to store a collection of fat quarters. Fabric box to store fabric – how perfect is that! … Read More...
Cat Bed Projects You Can Make Yourself
Do you have a special little kitty in your home that you feel deserves their own special spot to rest their head? Check out this post from The Cottage Market and see some great DIY projects for making a cat … Read More...