This post was sent in by Nina and it features a tutorial on how to make a faux tin “Moroccan” style mirror. The blog needs to be translated and I’m not sure the translation of the name is right but … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt candle and vase holder centerpiece
This felt centerpiece holds a collection of taper candles and small flower vases. You can wrap it around to make an arrangement that is pleasing. Johanna Rundel shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make one. It looks … Read More...
Storage-Smart Ideas For an Organized Garage
With Spring just around the corner, we will all be getting outdoors a little more often, and spending a lot more time in our yards and gardens. Take a minute before the warmer days arrive to organize your garage space … Read More...
How to Make Yarn Out of a T-Shirt
I noticed recently that a lot of people were viewing my T-shirt yarn bag pattern over at About, so this is an appropriate tutorial to post right about now.
Making T-shirt yarn is actually pretty easy (though time consuming, … Read More...
Easter Soap Roundup
These adorable Easter soaps are so easy to make and a great alternative to Chocolate gifts. (I like chocolate so happy to get it) The peeps one has to be the simplest as the molds are so easily obtainable in … Read More...
5 Pounds of Selvege = A Beautiful Rug
For this amazingly tactile rug you are going to need selvage, around 5 pounds of it actually. Find out how to make this rug and where to get the selvage from by hopping on over to Mama In a Stitch.… Read More...
Project: Stamped Mixed Media Canvas
Over on the Paper Artsy blog you can learn several different techniques for making a fun stamped art canvas. Like using a stamp to create a stencil and painting a stamped image on a book page. Click here for complete … Read More...
Free pattern: Chiffon Cardigan
Kathleen from Grosgrain shares a free pattern for her Chiffon Cardigan. The sheer fabric makes a pretty layer over a tank or short-sleeved tee. I’m loving the pom pom trim she used to finish the edges! She doesn’t state a … Read More...
Crayon Pointillism for Kids
Using melted crayons is a great way to teach kids about pointillism. Not sure what pointillism is? Merrian-Webster defines it as “the theory or practice in art of applying small strokes or dots of color to a surface so that … Read More...
DIY Flowerbox Made From Paint Stir Sticks
If you love the look of old wooden crates, but can’t seem to find any within your price range, then this DIY tutorial is for you! With a handful of paint stir sticks from your local hardware store, some staples … Read More...
7 Tutorials For Simply Adorable Scrapbooking Embellishments
Having the perfect embellishment for your project can add just the right finishing touch. With these 7 tutorials you can make any of these cute little details to your pages or cards in no time at all. Take a … Read More...
Free pattern: Two-tone knotted pillow cover
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern for making these two-tone knotted pillows. The corners are shaped so you can tie them into knots. Using a different fabric on the front and the back creates a cool two-tone … Read More...
Help for a tangled bobbin mess
Sewing is a wonderful hobby that can bring peace and joy to your life. Whether you’re working on a quilt, a dress, or a simple project, the feeling of accomplishment when you see the finished product is unparalleled. However, sometimes … Read More...
DIY Handpainted Marble Wall Box
Marbling is super trendy right now! I think it’s pretty neat, although I am more of a fan of woodgrain. 😉 Still, I love this project. Amy from Delineate your Dwelling posted the tutorial for this marble wall box.
Amy … Read More...
Freebie| St. Patrick’s Day Printables
Now that you have your invites sorted, move on to your St. Patrick’s Day party planning with this set of free printables from Craftaholics Anonymous. Make sure everyone is pinch proof by providing lots of green snacks, Courtney … Read More...
Freebie | Printable St. Patrick’s Day Invite
Throw a St. Patrick’s Day bash this year and use these free printable invitations from Elegance & Enchantment to let everyone know. You get two 5×7 invites to a letter sized sheet, and the PDF is editable, so you can … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Cash Budget Envelopes + Cut File
Tired of plain and boring cash envelopes? Make your own customized and pretty cash envelopes to stay on top of your budget planning! The free printable and cut file from Thinking Closet are wallet sized. Make them in any color … Read More...
Tutorial + pattern: Mug hot pad
These hot pads are so cute they deserve a spot on mine and your to-do-list. To make them, Crafty Staci started with assorted cotton prints, quilt batting and Insul-Bright. Cutting each into a mug shape, she then stacked and sewed … Read More...
Woven Hula Hoop Hand Knitted Rug
This is a finger knitting project that will help you create a rug that is clever in concept and breathtaking in its finished look!
Flax and Twine, as part of her finger knitting projects, shows you how to create this … Read More...
Tutorial: Canvas bag upgrade with sturdier and prettier straps
Sara from Radiant Home Studio shows how you can upgrade a simple canvas bag by giving it wider, sturdier, and prettier straps. She also makes it reversible – BONUS! The cotton prints on the straps are a pretty contrast with … Read More...