Amy from Friends Stitched Together guest blogs at Sew McCool with a tutorial showing how to make her Notebook Paper Zipper Pouch. The pencil pouch sewn to look like a sheet of notebook paper is perfect for back-to-school! Grommets down … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a simple knit waistband
Probably the easiest way to make a waistband is the knit waistband. There’s no elastic, no zipper, no button required. All you need is a band of stretchy knit fabric. The soft stretch of the fabric makes this a comfortable … Read More...
Make Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats for Halloween
If you’re thinking of having a Halloween-themed party and are looking for some cute, sweet snacks to add to your menu, then head over to the Cincy Shopper page and check out this idea for pumpkin-shaped Rice Krispie
Treats. This … Read More...
Mini Caramel Apples
Caramel apples are yummy, but very messy! Plus, they can be kind of hard to eat! These mini caramel apples save the day!
What a great treat to make with the kids! Plus, it is easy for them to eat … Read More...
Technique: Coloring Blue Hair for a Fantasy Themed Card
Sometimes you might have a stamp of a fairy, mermaid, witch or other fantasy girl and you don’t want her to have “normal” colored hair so why not try coloring her hair blue for a really unique look. Yani at … Read More...
Floating Head Hanging Ghosts Tutorial
These Floating Head Hanging Ghosts are the coolest 🙂 A FACE ONLY A MOTHER COULD LOVE and it looks a little creepy; but it is for a Halloween ghost. Ashley of “Simply Designing” shows you just how to make these … Read More...
Free pattern: Little Felt Fox
Bernadette from Daisies and Dresses shares a free pattern at The Sewing Rabbit for making her Little Felt Fox. He is so sweet all curled up and taking a nap! He’s hand stitched together from felt. You can take this … Read More...
Knitty Deep Fall ’14 is Here
I always have to smile at the names of collections. It’s not even officially fall yet and the Deep Fall issue of Knitty just went live. But if you want to knit things to wear when it’s truly fall and … Read More...
Your kids can learn to crave Broccoli. Here is how..
If there is one vegetable that is loathed in our household, it is the humble broccoli. I am not sure what it is about this vegetable, but our kids hate it and don’t want to touch it. I believe that … Read More...
Josh Bennett Profiled in New York Times
I don’t really know what to say about this piece about knitwear designer Josh Bennett in the New York Times. I almost feel like it’s just men knitting season (exhibit A: the actually really nice story in the Wall … Read More...
Tutorial: Fold-up A-frame organizer
This A-frame organizer is pure genius! Marni from Haberdashery Fun created it and she shares a tutorial so you can make one, too. It keeps your cosmetics organized but also within easy reach because it stands up. But when you … Read More...
Sharpie Makeovers
Who knew a permanent marker could have so many possibilities? With tips and ideas of things from furniture updates to updating your wardrobe and even home décor, this post is one that has endless potential. See which of these 34 … Read More...
Suffering From Irritated Earring Holes?
My earring holes have caused me irritation since I had them pierced nearly 15 years ago. It doesn’t seem to matter the quality of the earrings I wear they just get irritated and I end up pulling them out half … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Gypsy Inspired Barefoot Shoes
I am carrying on the Gypsy theme from Wednesday’s post Style Me Quick – Bohemian Gypsy. These barefoot sandal patterns are perfect for beach Gypsy’s. They are also great for keeping in the car should you child get in without … Read More...
Easy Fabric Covered Hangers DIY
Heather of “The Sewing Loft” came up with this pretty idea for her daughter’s closet. You can really glam up your closets and use up all those old wire hangers. These Fabric Covered Hangers would make a fun house warming … Read More...
15 Free Bridal Printables
Make it easy to throw a fabulous bridal shower or bachelorette party with a round-up of 15 free printables curated by Southbound Bride! With fun freebies like invitations, banners, coasters, recipe cards, games, and many more, you’ll be sure to … Read More...
Kandinsky Trees Art Project
Jen, from Draw the Line At, is an art teacher who made this project with her students while learning about Wassily Kandinsky. To make these amazing trees, they started out painting a sky using blue and purple tempera paint … Read More...
Free pattern: Little girls fur vest
Jess from Gracious Threads shares a free pattern for making this little girls fur vest. It’s the perfect extra layer for fall weather. For casual days, layer it over a t-shirt. It can also go dressy if you layer it … Read More...
Cheryl Fall Interview and Giveaway
I am so excited that I had a chance to interview Cheryl Fall and review her newest book, Simply Samplers
. The book is a wonderful mix of projects and tutorials for the beginner and advanced stitcher. The directions are … Read More...
Calendar of Monthly Holidays – Plan Your Craft Blogging Out!
As bloggers, etsy shop owners and indie artists we have to plan around the holidays sometimes. Stephanie shared this post on her blog, Swooden Says. She made a list of major or fun holidays throughout the year.
What is it? … Read More...