Mel from One Crafty Mummy shows how you can use your sewing machine to make unique stitched stationery. Use different colors of thread to stitch a colorful design on the paper. I like the look with just the thread on … Read More...
Easy Tailgating Ideas
Football season is upon us, and the “Boys of Fall” will soon be under the lights on Friday nights!
Local school and NFL fans alike will appreciate these football-themed ideas for your pregame tailgating. From football moms hosting a team … Read More...
How to make recycled golf ball sharks
Are you a fan of shark week or know someone who is? Well if making little sharks seems like a fun project pop on over to the link Mona sent in to the blog Craft Klatch to see the fun … Read More...
Burlap Bow Tie Frosting
Burlap is still a hot decorating item for parties and decorations around the house.
Joshua John Russell has used that inspiration and created his burlap version in frosting. Joshua shows you how to create the burlap effect and also has … Read More...
Cross Stitch Pattern Freebie: Look at the Stars
I feel like I kind of needed a little bit of love and pick me up this week. This free pattern from Domestic Deficit Disorder is just what the doctor ordered. It says the right thing without going overboard. The … Read More...
Tutorial: Sunprinted summer skirt
One thing the summer has in abundance is sun. Jane from Buzzmills shows how you can use the sun, some summer flowers, and a product called Inkodye to create a custom print skirt. Her tutorial is part of the Summer … Read More...
6 Video Tutorials For School-Themed Clay Charms
If you love making cute little miniature clay sculptures, these 6 videos from YouTube are something you need to check out. Each of them have detailed visual instructions for you to create your own version of these tiny pieces of … Read More...
How To Make A Colorful Bottle Fence
I am swooning over this fun and colorful fence idea. This would be a great piece of art to have in your yard, while adding a touch of privacy as well. It may take you a little time to find … Read More...
Freebie: Vintage Snow White
Snow White is my absolute favorite Disney character. I just love the movie and the animation is so rich and beautiful. I was excited when I stumbled upon Q is for Quilter’s vintage Snow White embroidery patterns. This is … Read More...
DIY Ric Rac Rose Ring
This beautiful chunky rose ring is made using Ric Rac. I love the color too! The Ribbon Retreat is am amazing site with some great tutorials. Now we have another excuse to save those scraps of ribbon. Full Ric Rac … Read More...
Halloween Skeleton Banner tutorial
Shellie Wilson of our sister blog “craft bits” has this cute “Halloween Skeleton Banner tutorial” for us to make, it is never too early to think Halloween! The retail stores have had their Halloween decorations out for a month. Shellie … Read More...
Tutorial: Stuffed animal backpack
Jessica from Running With Scissors made a special backpack for him to carry his favorite stuffed animal to school for Teddy Bear Day. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. It has a flat round bottom and webbing … Read More...
Back To School Tic-Tac Labels
Before you send your kids back to school, make up one or more of these personalized Tic-Tac mint packages to give to them as a nice surprise. Choose from 5 different designs that each offers their own cure for problems … Read More...
DIY: Dip-Dyed Treasure Bags
Rachel from Adventures in Making is sharing a tutorial for creating these awesome little Dip Dyed Treasure Bags!
Here’s what Rachel has to say about her project- “Do you collect little treasures throughout your day? I’m always on the lookout … Read More...
How To Press Flowers
Rachel, from The Crafted Life, is one of my favorite DIY bloggers. Her posts are always inspiring, and this one is no exception!
Rachel posted a tutorial showing her readers how to press flowers. The few times I’ve tried to … Read More...
Summer of Sketches 11 | Four Photos
Here’s another multi-photo sketch: enough space for 2 4×6 photos and 2 2×2 photos. A good layout for mixing regular prints with Instagram shots.
Follow our linked names to get more info and detail … Read More...
Tutorial: Cactus pincushion
Ingrid at Sewing Lab shares a tutorial showing how she made this cactus pincushion that I am absolutely in love with. The cactus is potted in a small ceramic planter, but the plant is actually made from fabric. A gathered … Read More...
Free pattern: Metallic thread gem zippered pouches
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern to make a gemstone zippered pouch. They’re made in a solid cotton in the shape of a gem, with metallic thread stitching to draw the lines and facets of the gem. … Read More...
Project with Printable Template: Travel Case Card Box
Do you know someone leaving on a trip, moving away or maybe heading off to collage? Send them off in style with this adorable 3D travel case card. The Whiff of Joy blog has instructions and a printable template pattern … Read More...
Winner: Where Women Create Quilters
I have a winner for my book giveaway. Via Random. org, the draw goes to Anne Marie, commentor #24. I adore her procrastination story, her wedding day no less. I will contact Anne Marie privately to let her know she … Read More...