Kim Layton from “Everything ETSY” has us covered this summer with these felt magnets that our kids can make. This is a great project and they can use their imagination as to what they put on the magnets. This would … Read More...
Tutorial: Restyle a plain blazer to a military jacket
Mark Montano shows how you can restyle a plain blazer into a trendy military jacket. It’s just a matter of adding embellishments, so no complicated cutting or reshaping is required. In fact, the only actual sewing is when you attach … Read More...
8 DIY Tutorials To Make Your Own Fire Pit
Summer is just around the corner, and with it comes longer evenings and more time spent outside. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or simply enjoying a quiet night under the stars, an outdoor fire pit is the perfect addition … Read More...
Giveaway: Map Art Lab, Jill K Berry stencils, scissors, washi tape and more!
I love putting together craft book and supply giveaways and today’s is packed full of all sorts of goodies that co-ordinate nicely to make all sorts of mixed-media art and projects. Leave a comment in today’s post by April 16, … Read More...
Making Your Own Pouf Pillows
Pouf pillows are a big trend right now, and are slowly taking over both the crafting and decorating world. If you like the look of having some type of foot stool, but are kind of over the look of the … Read More...
Download a Free Party Planner
Unless you’re one of those weird people who is just naturally organized, party planning is a lot of work. To help you stay on track, I’ve found a great free printable that gives you space to jot down ideas for … Read More...
Tutorial: Slanted wrap wallet or wristlet
Marion from Made By Marion shares a tutorial over at Camelot Fabrics showing how to make her Slanted Wrap Wallet. The outside is a slanted pieced design. On the inside are a large zippered pocket and a couple of card-sized … Read More...
Giant Shape Sort
While working on shape recognition with younger kids, what do you use? Do you use workbooks, blocks, or stickers? Jenae, from I Can Teach My Child, went big with her idea for helping her kids sort shapes. She created fast … Read More...
How To Set Snaps In Leather
A few beginners have written in and asked me for a good tutorial on setting snaps. Here is a great tutorial bu JewelryTutorialHQ.com which shows you step by step how to set the snaps. How to set snaps in Leather.
Lavender and Cedar Striped Soap Video
You are going to love this video on how to make the above soap. The way it comes together is amazing,
Blooming Flower Cushion – Free pattern
You have to love this amazing colourful blooming cushion. The amount of work that goes into it is truly appreciated as each layer blooms from the cushion.
The color combinations used are beautiful.
For the pattern and a photo guide … Read More...
Project: Stamped Jewelry Pendant
Asia Kings is sharing a stunning piece of jewelry on her blog. She used rubber stamps to decorate a pendant bezel to make this necklace that anyone would love to show off and wear. Click here to visit her … Read More...
Free pattern: Easy pleated skirt
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for making this Easy Pleated Skirt. Its a simple lightweight skirt with pleats on the front and the back. The pleats provide the shaping at the hip and waist so there … Read More...
Video tutorial: Pincushion cottage
This soft fabric house is a cute place to store your pins and needles. Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a free video class at Babylock’s Sew at Home showing how you can make one. The simple house shape is … Read More...
Product Review- Embellish Your Story
Chalkboards, Magnets and Organizing are all super popular right now. I saw the “Embellish Your Story collection by Roeda” while at CHA and loved the products!
What is Embellish Your Story? “Embellish Your Story is a one-of-a-kind … Read More...
Tutorial | Mother’s Day Photo Cubes
These photo cubes are a delightful and thoughtful gift for Mother’s Day. They are quite simple to make, and best of all the cubes are made from packaging that you would usually toss. Check out Tara Dennis for all the … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Mother’s Day Card
Download and print this graphic Mother’s Day card for your mom compliments of Key Lime Digital. It comes with a matching printable envelope that is best for gifting by hand. The card and fold over slot envelope come in … Read More...
Tutorial | Hand Print Bouquet | Mother’s Day Gift
Make your Mom a lovely bouquet this Mother’s Day made up of hand (and foot) prints from the grandchildren! Or send this link to your spouse as a hint (wink wink). The kids will have a ton of fun putting … Read More...
Knitted Captain America BodySuit
This knitted Captain America costume by FanGirl Physics was unveiled at the recent Comic Book Convention. Part of CosPlay, this is a pretty awesome way to combine comics and craft!
She doesn’t have a pattern for it, but she has … Read More...
Technique: Cards Accented with Die Cuts and a Resit Technique
Designer Karolyn Loncon shares two wonderful card projects on the My Favorite Things blog. The first is a fantastic use of dies, she got wonderful texture and pattern by layering an intricately cut floral die cut out of white onto … Read More...