Combine pattern papers that are sanded, inked and cut into shapes along with strips of fabric and buttons layered onto chipboard for a pretty fall themed wall hanging. I love the rustic, primitive look of this project! K and Co. … Read More...
Free pattern: Rainbow Pieced Peplum for little girls
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin designed this peplum top for her daughter around a beautiful striped fabric. The colorful stripes were screaming to be pieced. The peplum is long enough to make it a tunic length top. She shares the … Read More...
How to make a Cute Santa Baby Maternity Christmas top
All I can say is, “awwwwe” this is so cute! If you or someone you know is crafting up a baby this Christmas season you must make this fun sweatshirt featuring the phrase “Santa Baby” and a glitter ornament strategically … Read More...
How to Roast a Thanksgiving Turkey
I remember the first time I roasted a turkey. I was so worried that I would forget to take the giblets in plastic out of the turkey and that it would be as dry as the turkey from National Lampoon’s … Read More...
Create an Ugly Christmas Sweater for Pentatonix
Ever since the Stevie Nicks shawl callout (did you see the winning design, by the way? Amazing.) I’ve been getting e-mails from TalentHouse, and I saw another fun one that I thought knitters might be interested in.
This one is … Read More...
Easy Kraft Paper Thanksgiving Table Runner
If you’re a fan of elegant yet low budget party ideas, you’ll love this Thanksgiving table runner idea from Dawn Nicole. She uses a roll of wide craft paper and a black fine point marker to create a personalized … Read More...
Tutorial: Modern Christmas Tissue Box Cover
Stephanie from Swoodson Says guest blogs at So Sew Easy with a tutorial for making her Modern Christmas Tissue Box Cover. I’m loving the mi of modern and retro elements! Simple triangle Christmas trees appliqued around the outside are definitely … Read More...
Should you shop on Thanksgiving?
Did you know that Costco doesn’t open on Thanksgiving day? To me, it seems like the right thing to do. Thanksgiving is all about family and spending time with your loved ones.
You can give shopping a break on at … Read More...
Portland Statues Get Knits for the Holidays
There’s a lot to love about Portland, Ore., not the least of which is the thriving fiber arts scene. Knitters and crocheters are making themselves known in a big way this holiday season with a revolving yarn bombing of the … Read More...
50 recipes from 50 states to celebrate Thanksgiving
Being in a country as big as United States, it is no surprise that there are multiple ways to celebrate Thanksgiving. A major part of the celebration, is of course, the food.
The New York Times has put together a … Read More...
Beautiful Christmas Centerpieces
The Christmas season is by far one of my favorite holidays to celebrate, and decorate for. I love the lights, the colors, the music, and the smells. I also love entertaining and the Holidays are the perfect time to gather … Read More...
Handmade Christmas Gifts – Winter Gardenia Ombre Candle
This winter delight is in shades of Ombre blue. Blue is always a little different at Christmas time but it does allow for the candle to be used well after the festive season is over. I love the deep blue … Read More...
Free Printable Hand-made Jewelry Tags
We don’t come across too many handmade gift tags that are aimed at Jewelry Making but these ones are kinda cute. I especially love the “This took forever but you’re worth it” gift card. The full printable can be downloaded … Read More...
Let Freedom Ring – Charity Purchase
I am not going to pretend to know much about this charity or there cause. But I do know this – If you buy this ring for $26 and $13 from every sale goes directly to help rescue people from … Read More...
12 Thanksgiving Crochet Patterns
You still have time to crochet your way into your families hearts with these adorable patterns for your table. Fiber Flux has gathered 12 patterns that will leave your friends and family truly thankful. Thanksgiving Crochet Patterns.
Looking to celebrate … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy math circle skirt
There is just about no easier skirt to make than a circle skirt. The circle naturally creates a shape that fits through the waist and upper hips, and then flares out with a beautiful fullness at the bottom – no … Read More...
Freebie: Gift Card Holder
Treat someone special this holiday season with a gift card to their favorite place to shop and you can add a special touch with a hand made gift card holder. The Joyful Daisy blog has a free gift card holder … Read More...
Kids Craft – Velcro Dart Board
Sometimes it is great just to make something that is fun to play with, like this easy-to-make velcro dart board (although, if you want to get technical, kids can work on gross motor skills and hand-eye coordination while playing it). … Read More...
Tutorial: Spool of thread Christmas ornament
Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shows how she made these lovely thread spool Christmas ornaments. The thread that wraps around them is made from twisted scraps of fabric. She used scraps of Liberty of London fabric, but you can use … Read More...
DIY Galaxy Clock
This year I was part of the 4th Annual Handmade Holidays Blog Hop on my own blog, Punk Projects. The hop gathered over 100 creative blogger friends in the craft industry to bring you a plethora of inspiring gift … Read More...