My daughter has already started school but if you’re still looking forward to the end of summer, this cute bus themed countdown to school craft is a fun way to measure the days (you could also use it to count … Read More...
Tweed Baby Hat Knitting Pattern
This sweet knit hat is so easy to make, and it looks cool on both sides.
The tweed yarn is perfect for a little boy, but it’s great for a girl, too. You could also knit it in more of … Read More...
How to Embroidery Your Own Holiday Greeting Cards
Make this year’s holiday cards special by hand embroidery them. It is easy with this tutorial from DMC.
From supplies to tools needed, you will find out everything you need to know to make your cards. There are a … Read More...
Sewing Patterns For Men – 13 Patterns For The Gym
You may have noticed that in the past few weeks we have featured a few patterns for sewing patterns for men. After trying to find some patterns to make my teenage son some gym shorts, I realized there were very … Read More...
Coloring Stamps Using Stencils
If you don’t really enjoy coloring in your stamped images with markers or pencils these products from Altenew are for you. Their coordinating layering stencils allow you to use ink blending for quick and easy coloring in stamps with layers … Read More...
Out of This World Layout
Karlla used products from Simple Stories to create this wonderful Out of this World Layout. Lots of different sized stars cut from pattern papers are scattered across the background, which is a neutral grey so all the colors stand out. … Read More...
Simple Fabric Headband Sewing Tutorial
A simple fabric headband like this one is easy to sew, and you probably already have everything on hand to make one. Or a dozen, because these headbands are so quick and easy to make you’ll have a hard time … Read More...
Back to School Cross Stitch
This cute little back to school cross stitch pattern would be a great gift for the teacher in your life. Stitch it up and attach it to a card, or make it into a bookmark.
The pattern is 37 by … Read More...
Knit a Long Vest to Transition into Fall
Fall is my favorite season, and now is a great time to start knitting projects that are made for those transitional seasons of fall and spring. The Ravishing Vest by Joji Locatelli is a great option to knit and wear … Read More...
How to Square Up Fabric Yardage
We have all been there. We go to the quilt store, buy some fabric, get it home and get ready to cut. We fold it and then, bam, notice that it is not squared up. Sometimes a cut can be … Read More...
Sirdar Snuggle Baby Cardigan
This baby cardigan is super pretty and though listed as a girls cardigan it is more than acceptable to use it for any gender. This little cardigan would be pretty in white over a christening gown. You can download this … Read More...
The Little Gem Baby Blanket Knit Pattern
This pattern is super fun. What you’ll love is it’s easy to memorize and moves along quickly. Knit and purl stitches only, no fancy stitches here. Perfect downtime project. Grab your favorite beverage, a Netflix show, and cast on.
The … Read More...
Rainy Day Reading Card
As an avid reader I can’t wait to buy the new Page Turner stamp set from Hello Bluebird. Christy used this set for a sweet rainy day reading card with a girl and her cat hanging out at home in … Read More...
Boy and His Cat Circle Grid Layout
When in doubt go back to the basics. This wonderful layout from Suzanna uses a grid of circles for the main design but this is really anything but basic. With sewn circles, round photos and pattern paper circles there is … Read More...
Back To School Hand Embroidery Pattern
Celebrate back to school with this fun hand embroidery idea from Julie Measures. It is so cute and it looks just like a piece of paper with words on it.
The tutorial is easy to follow and has a … Read More...
11 DIY Blush Powders And Tints You Can Make At Home
Making your own makeup and beauty products has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. Not only does it allow you to have complete control over the ingredients you use, but it can also save you money … Read More...
Free Bunting Bag Crochet Pattern
I was recently asked what I thought about buntings, and whether Crochet buntings are still a thing new mothers use for their babies. I did a bit of research into this and came to the conclusion that they are indeed … Read More...
Create Your Own Pattern Paper for Cards
Looking at the background of these beautiful cards from Jaycee you’d think they were expensive printed pattern papers but he actually created them himself! Using layering stamps from Altenew for the flowers he also added hand drawn stems and splattered … Read More...
Shirred Sundress Sewing Tutorial
Nothing beats a sundress for a fun summer outfit! And Melly Sews shows how you can easily sew your own shirred sundress. The shirred bodice is made with elastic thread and is stretchy for an easy fit. Sewing the shirring … Read More...
Mountain Hike Layout
Noelle used a large heart shaped die with mountains and trees for the focal point of this colorful Mountain Hike layout. She painted the trees and added glitter paper to the “snow” on the hills, tucked the photo and a … Read More...