Not every Super Bowl party has to be super in size. If you’re hosting a get-together to watch the big game with just a few close friends or relatives, you can scale down the quantity but scale up the quality … Read More...
Free Sewing project: Vintage 1950s hostess apron
You can make a 1950s style hostess apron out of just 1 yard of fabric. Catherine from Frisky Scissors shares a free vintage project sheet at the Pattern Patter blog for making one. You could make this an all-vintage project … Read More...
9 Crafts For Your 18″ American Girl Dolls
If you have a little girl in your home, you have probably heard of the popularity of the 18″ American Girl Dolls
. There are so many to choose from that you can have them look almost exactly like your … Read More...
Cool DIY Craft Room Tables
I have currently been in the market for finding the perfect craft table, namely a sewing table, and it has not been an easy task. I have searched high and low for something that would work well for me and … Read More...
Some Great Reasons to Knit Socks — What Are Yours?
I’m a little obsessed with knit socks right now. It’s winter, and they are the best thing ever for keeping your feet cozy.
But I also just want to knit a bunch of socks. I have a pair on the … Read More...
DIY Leather and Lace Bracelet
This leather and lace bracelet is a true contrast of materials. It also sound’s kinda kinky kinda 50 shades of grey but that could just be me. I think this is a great bracelet and a even better use of … Read More...
DIY Valentine’s Day Nails
Are you tired of spending a small fortune on salon manicures for Valentine’s Day? Do you want to add a personal touch to your holiday look without breaking the bank? If so, then DIY Valentine’s Day nails might be the … Read More...
Free Patterns – Quick Crochet Projects
Whether you just need a little project to finish in between a big WIP or you need a quick handmade gift. This round-up of 17 quick crochet projects is a great collection created by Daisy Cottage Designs. The coasters and … Read More...
Free pattern: Poncho shirt
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit has just added another project to my must-sew list. It’s her Poncho Shirt, a long drapey top that’s perfect paired with leggings or skinnies. She shares the free pattern and a tutorial showing how to … Read More...
Winner of the DIY Crush giveaway
The winner of our giveaway of 5 free downloads from DIY Crush is…
Superstitches, who said, “Loved the quilt patterns by Cloth Parcel-especially the seaside cottage one.”
Congratulations, Superstitches! Have fun with your free downloads! And I agree, the Seaside … Read More...
Kids Craft – Fingerprint Heart Ornaments
This is an adorable craft that would make a great gift for parents or grandparents! Jen, from The Mad House, explains how easy it is to make these heart-shaped ornaments. She also shares a recipe for making white clay using … Read More...
Project: Matching Gift Box and Card
The Scrap of Life blog has directions and dimensions for making this sweet blue bird themed gift bag made out of cardstock and pattern papers along with a pretty matching gift card. Change up the pattern papers to fit any … Read More...
Tutorial: Abstract painted pillow covers
Elsie from A Beautiful Mess shows how you can make abstract painted pillow covers like these. They’ll add a fresh pop of color to your home décor. This tutorial shows how to make the cool abstract painted designs, and links … Read More...
Tutorial: Sunshine applique diaper stacker
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making a hanging diaper stacker with a cute sunshine applique. The sunshine motif works equally well for boys or girls, as does the gray and white and yellow color scheme they made theirs up in. … Read More...
12 Ideas to Organize Your Scrap Room This Weekend
I’ve been scrapping for over 10 years and I’m still working on getting my scrap room/office just the way I want it. it’s a work in progress! But I’m determined to get to a stable place in 2015. I started … Read More...
DIY Pretty Paper Posies
Kathy from Just Crafty Enough is taking the Iron Craft challenge (more info on that here.) and this month the challenge was to make something related to 4th anniversary gifts, flowers, fruit or appliances. So she created these lovely … Read More...
Tutorial: Underwater Paradise
Fun undersea decor for your shelf or a little dish or a window sill. These pieces are all in white which is still a super stylish option. You could do this in very pale beach shades as well to mix … Read More...
chocolate Dipped Sugar Cookies
The sugar cookie makes its way on every holiday table. So why not make these heart shaped cookies for Valentine’s Day. You could even make them for Groundhogs Day to celebrate your happiness for a shorter winter or longer winter. … Read More...
Project: Valentine Home Décor Canvas
All you need is love! Whip up a quick canvas project to decorate your home or give as a gift this Valentine’s Day using pattern paper, die cuts and a photo. Find out more over on the Echo Park Paper … Read More...
Tutorial: Pattern weight pincushions
Karin from Leigh Laurel Studios shows how you can make a set of pattern weights that double as pincushions. The walnut shell (lizard litter) filling gives them weight and will also hold your pins. The ones she made are made … Read More...