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...
Sewing Pattern: Easy to make t-shirt skirt
LiZ from Simple Simon and Company shows how easy it is to make a girl’s gathered skirt out of a t-shirt. Like, so easy you’ll have a hard time making just one. Which is fine, because the simple knit skirt … Read More...
Tutorial: Buttoned hanging towel
Heather from Quilts Actually guest blogs at Fort Worth Fabric Studio with a tutorial showing how to make a hanging kitchen towel. The fabric topper buttons around an oven handle (or other horizontal handle) so your towel is always at … Read More...
Pinterest Inspired Projects; A rainbow of hearts
Grietjie of Joyful Mama took Pinterest ideas and made her adorable Felt hearts that she placed in different glass jars on her windowsill for Valentine’s Day. The instructions for these are pretty straightforward and then she explains about sewing them … Read More...
Wool People Winter 2015
The latest collection from Brooklyn Tweed was recently released, and if you’re into knitting cozy sweaters and other projects full of texture, you need to check it out.
Norah Gaughan fans will also want to pay the lookbook a visit… Read More...
Mini Pot Pie
I’m ready for the big game this weekend and beyond ready for the weekend after Blizzard Juno. The fact that there is another storm tomorrow puts a small damper on the weekend. Does anyone want some snow? Thanks to Jess … Read More...