If, like me, your home is a bit on the small side and makes you feel a little bit claustrophobic, then there are some clever interior decorating tricks you can use to make it appear that much larger.
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Clever use of Halloween panels for quilt
Make an interesting seasonal quilt. Riel of The Q and the U did (top in progress) by fussy cutting 6 Halloween fabric panels, then sewing them together in a Kaleidoscope design. Also called a One Block Wonder, if you are not familiar with this technique, … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a kids hooded towel
I think it’s a universal law of childhood that hooded towels are the BEST for wrapping up in after a bath. Heather from What Does She Do All Day? shows how you can make a hooded towel. You’ll start with … Read More...
Tutorial: Mary Darling collar
An from Straight Grain shows how you can make her Mary Darling collar for a blouse or dress. It’s like a Peter Pan collar, but with three scallops instead of two. It has a lovely vintage look that would be … Read More...
Free pattern: Rabbit hand puppet
RaeAnna from Sewing Mama RaeAnna shares a free pattern at The Sewing Rabbit for making this super cute rabbit hand puppet. Minky fur makes an especially soft and cuddly rabbit body, but you could also use fleece or felt. Your … Read More...
Learn What’s Up with Your Favorite Indies in One Place
I love supporting independent yarn makers, dyers and designers, but sometimes it can be difficult to keep up with all the different sites you’d need to visit (or mailing lists you’d need to be on) in order to keep up … Read More...
Fall Scarecrow Ornament Craft Tutorial
Mona of Craft Klatch has the most amazing craft videos and has a YouTube channels filled with crafts to keep you busy for months. I found her “Fall Scarecrow Ornament” and I think her little Scarecrow is adorable and ready … Read More...
Tutorial: Gathered and tasseled scarf
Ama from Ohoh Blog shows how you can make this gathered tassel scarf. The gathers and the tassels add a rich texture to the scarf that seems fitting for a transition into cooler weather. You can start with a purchased … Read More...
Make it: A Snowman Kit and Making a Scarecrow Tutorials
This is such a clever idea for people that live in areas that get snow or make a Styrofoam snowman to decorate. Calli of “Make it Do” is about turning lemons into lemonade. Calli has a tutorial for her “Snowman … Read More...
How to make a recycled Tooth Fairy box
Well it’s been a long time since the tooth fairy visited my house. When I had my 1 wisdom tooth pulled I saved it to decorate at Halloween with, don’t you? Well if your little one is in tooth falling … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage handkerchief valance
Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a project that will add vintage charm to your window treatments. She created colorful valances out of vintage handkerchiefs. This would be particularly cute in a kitchen or dining space or sunroom. Or how about … Read More...
A cake contest with a twist: ThreadCakes
Have you heard of ThreadCakes? No? How about Threadless? Yes? That is the custom T-Shirt design company where you can make your own designs come to life on T-Shirts? If not, then check them out here.
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Home Sweet Home Stitch Along
I can’t believe it is September already! Where did the summer go? A new month means a new stitch along on Craftster.org. This month’s theme is Home Sweet Home. Below are the details:
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Stop paying so much for those famous cleaning products.
I have this thing about cleaning. It drives me crazy to see dust and gunk built up around the home, and I try to stay on top of the daily house chores as best as possible. However, the daily routine … Read More...
Dollar Store Revamp – Jewelry Organizer
This Jewelry organizer has been created using glassware from the Dollar store or discount store. Using painters tape and some spray paint you can create this elegant look. These would make wonderful gifts and in case you didn’t realize it … Read More...
Apple Cider Vinegar For Weightloss and More
Well I have finally decided to give Apple Cider Vinegar a try. I have been researching it heaps and you can see this great article here at eatingbirdfood.com. But My reason for taking it is not weight-loss (sure that … Read More...
Budget-Friendly Bed and Bath Bridal Shower Ideas
Amber from Parties, Crafts, and Holidays a bed & bath-themed bridal shower that’s doable even if you’re on a super-tight budget. Unique DIY decorations (as well as items you already own repurposed as decorations) and food ideas abound in this … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric felt board alphabet
Help your preschooler learn her letters with this oversized fabric alphabet. They’re back with felt so they’ll stick to a felt or flannel board. Becky from U Create shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs showing how you can … Read More...
Tissue Paper Apple
This craft project is perfect for a back-to-school project, an autumn decoration, or both! Stacey, from Glued to My Crafts explains how to make an apple using a paper plate and red tissue paper pieces. I love that it is … Read More...
DIY Colorful Wall Art
Morena from Fairfield World shared this tutorial on her blog for this easy art! I think it’s pretty darn cute.
The only supplies you need are Oly*Fun Fabric, Stretched Canvas, a Die Cutting Machine and Die, a paint brush and … Read More...