This is one of the easiest tutorials to make ribbon cane I’ve seen. Thanks to Pinterest and Corinabeads.com for bringing it to us. When I learned how to make a ribbon cane it involved a lot more steps that were more labor intensive than this way. Stack up some dots that are flattened as you […]
Free pattern: Ultimate Pool Bag
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shares a free pattern for making her Ultimate Pool Bag. It’s kind of like the Swiss army knife of pool bags, really. It has a detachable clear vinyl wet bag to hold wet suits or flip flops. Towel loops on the outside of the bag are a convenient way to […]
Deborah Norville to Host Knit and Crochet Now!
The yarn craft show “Knit and Crochet Now!” is getting a new host. Deborah Norville, television personality, face of a yarn line with Premier Yarns and all around crafty lady will be taking the helm of the show for its next season, according to a post on the show’s Facebook page. Welcome, Deborah Norville We […]
How to make a tea pot pin cushion and supply holder
I’ve seen a lot of things converted into a pin cushion but never one that could be hidden in such a fun way. Pop on over to the blog Sadie Seasongoods for her great tutorial on how to make a recycled tea pot pin cushion and sewing supply storage container. Now on to finding a […]
Are these sewing mistakes making your clothes look homemade?
I prefer my sewing projects, particularly clothes, look handmade rather than homemade. The words are similar, but to me there’s a big difference. When it’s handmade it’s unique and thoughtfully constructed, whereas homemade tends to look a little sloppy or off in one way or another. It’s all in the details, and Katrina from Katrina […]
Learn How to Make Adorable BBQ Grill Cupcakes
BBQ grills and cupcakes aren’t two things you’d normally associate with each other, but I think these candy topped cupcakes from Two Busy Blondes are simply adorable. She uses gummy bears and other candies to create sweet little replicas of burgers, steaks, and kabobs cooking on a BBQ grill. This would be the perfect dessert […]
Pink Bubble Gum Ice Cream Cone Pigs
This little piggie is too cute! I think we are definitely seeing the end of the plain ice cream cone. I can imagine how cute these would be at a farm themed party for the kids. My parents love pigs, I bet they would get a kick out seeing these served to them. Beth from […]
25 Amazing Last Minute DIY Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Looking for some great and easy last minute Father’s Day gift ideas that look like you’ve put a little thought and effort into the gift-giving process? These 25 ideas from the blog Lil’ Luna are not only cute, but require little effort in the crafting side of things, yet they look like you’ve put a […]
Eaten By A Shark Crochet Pattern – Is It Poor Taste?
This eaten by a shark crochet pattern is a spin off from the Mermaid Tail Pattern. The mermaid tail pattern has literally been swamping the Internet. This tutorial is aimed at boys but I can’t help but wonder if it is in poor taste? No I don’t mean the boy tastes bad to the shark. […]
Tip: Combining Digital Stamps
Do you have several digital stamps that you’d like to combine together into one scene? You don’t have to print, cut and layer them you can do it all on your computer. The Some Odd Girl stamp blog has directions for layering your digis into one image using the Silhouette Studio Designer software and this […]
8 Bright and Fun Cross Stitch Patterns For Summer
If you are looking for a fun little pick-me-up project for Summer, one of these 8 patterns may be just what you are needing to get your cross-stitch needle going again. They are all so bright and cheery and guaranteed to bring a little fun into your crafting day. Which is your favorite? This week, […]
Free pattern: Twirly rainbow skirt for little girls
Oh, I am so in love with this skirt! I couldn’t wait to share it with you…. Jess at Craftiness Is Not Optional shares a free pattern for making a rainbow skirt that little girls will love to twirl. She created the skirt for her daughter to wear at her rainbow unicorn themed birthday party. (Seriously, […]
Easy and Cute Bangle Bracelets Made From Popsicle Sticks
It’s the Summertime and if you have kids in your home you know that these warm Summer days usually come along with eating popsicles. This great DIY is a nice way to reuse those popsicle sticks and/or some fresh new sticks you may have in your home. Take a minute to read through this tutorial […]
Free pattern: A Tisket, A Tasket Quilt
Cool fresh colors against a white ground make this quilt shine. Download the free pattern, and you get instructions for three sizes – Table Runner, Crib, and Lap. This is offered as part of Fat Quarter Shop’s Classic and Vintage Quilt Series. I missed this one when it first came out, but it bears repeating. Click the link below to get […]
DIY No-Sew Rope Coil Basket
Sara from Alice and Lois shared this basket on her blog and I love it! It’s a handmade rope basket that doesn’t involve any sewing! I’ve seen some before, but they always used a sewing machine to stitch the rope together so this is a bit different. Sara says: “I have been swooning over all […]
Free pattern: Sewing machine sewing machine
Maria from Deshilachado created this adorable little sewing machine softie. The knobs are made from buttons, and there’s even a little piece of fabric being sewn. But my favorite part is the way she used a straight pin to make the needle and the thread take-up on the top of the machine. She shares a […]
Video | Organize Your Project Life Page Protectors
If you do Project Life or any other form of pocket scrapbooking, you probably have quite the collection of different sizes and styles of plastic page protectors. Terri from Create Scrapbooks shares her system for keeping track of her protectors so that she knows what she has and can easily find the right protector for […]
Watch Brad Pearson Makes Silver Glass Shards
I found this video on Pinterest of Brad Pearson making silver glass chards that can be used for decorating other glass projects. In the video he’s using COE 104 glass, but you could do it with COE90 or 96 too. I enjoy watching other torch workers to see how their techniques vary. Brad makes gorgeous […]
Ice Cream Cone Puppies
After you make this cute ice cream cone puppy, the kids may never want to eat a plain ice cream cone again. All you need is some additional treats such as Nutter Butter Cookies, candies, Nilla Wafers, Candy eyes and an edible writing pen. These would be cute in a bowl too. The adults can […]
Tutorial: Kids’ drawstring backpack
Stef from Girl. Inspired. shares a tutorial for making a kid-sized backpack to carry to the beach or, in a couple of months, to school. You could also size it up for bigger kids to carry. Her method uses double-sided fused fabric so the inside looks nice without having to sew a separate lining. The […]