Isabel is sharing a fused bead pattern tutorial on her blog, Craftosaurus (I love that blog name!). I think it is a fun project that lets anyone be creative and make something really cool, no matter what their craft skill … Read More...
Felt iPad / tablet case
Alice is the creative mind behind “Whisketeers” and blogs out of Ljubljana, Slovenia. Follow her directions on creating this hold it all “Felt iPad / tablet case”. Alice has a very excellent tutorial and I thank her for sharing.
Tutorial: How to fix a twisted elastic waistband
One thing I don’t like about elastic casing waistbands is the tendency for the elastic to twist. Grrr…. Preethi from WIDI shares a fix for the ever annoying twisted elastic. First she tells how to get it untwisted, and then … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging hand towel
fat quarter Shop shares a tutorial on their blog, The Jolly Jabber, showing how you can make this hanging hand towel for your kitchen. The towel has a topper that can be buttoned around a stove handle or other horizontal … Read More...
Ice Cream and Popsicle Necklaces For Kids with Free Template
Melanie of “Artzy Creations” is sharing her “Ice Cream and Popsicle Necklaces” tutorial with us. She made them for kids, but I’ll bet that older teens would like them. Melanie is a Seattle wife and mom who loves crafting and … Read More...
Free Pattern: Hummingbird
I absolutely love Hummingbirds. We have several types that visit our house. Some even stick around throughout the entire year. They are amazing beautiful little birds that dash in and out for a little bit of nectar. It is such … Read More...
Free Pattern: Totes Awesome
I can’t help but to giggle every time I answer my friends with the expression, “totes.” I am instantly turned into a teenage girl and want to start talking about nail polish and boys. Chris Carey along with the … Read More...
50 Tasty Yet Healthy Party Food Recipes
If you’re trying to eat right, planning a party can be a bit of a challenge. But, Meatified has come to the rescue with a fabulous roundup of 50 Healthy Party Food Recipes for people who are eating paleo, primal, … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace trimmed pencil skirt
Lisa from Mabey She Made It shares a tutorial at The Ribbon Retreat showing how to make this gorgeous lace trimmed pencil skirt. Stripes of stretch lace trim embellish the simple pencil skirt made from a stretch knit. It’s a … Read More...
17 Amazingly Easy and Inexpensive Curb Appeal DIY’s
Upkeep on your home is a never-ending task. One of the most important things to stay on top of when it comes to the beauty of your home is it’s initial curb appeal. It is the first impression that people … Read More...
Tutorial: Summery Bandana Bunting
Crafts Unleashed shows how you can make this Summery Bandana Bunting. Flags made from the points of bandanas are sewn to a length of pom pom trim. It’s quick and easy to make, and would be a cute decoration for … Read More...
DIY – Tooling Metal Color Cuff
This metal cuff is made using a soft pliable metal called Tooling Metal. It is a great medium to work with as it can be indented to create amazing texture to your pieces. For the full tutorial and info on … Read More...
Share Your Charity Projects for a Chance to Win Yarn
I told you earlier this month about Caron’s new yarn United
, which is a made in the United States yarn (though made of imported fibers), a small portion of the sale price of which goes to the Children of … Read More...
How to Make a Duck Tape Pencil Case
This is such a fashionable pencil case, it is hard to believe it is so simple to make. Follow along with this step-by-step tutorial shared by Sarah, from While They Share, and you can make one too. All you need … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Garden Apron from fat quarters
This pretty apron is made from 5fat quarters, plus a 1/2 yard of fabric for the top (bib) and lining. Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how to make it. It was designed to make the most efficient use … Read More...
Summer of Sketches 4 | All About Me
Here is sketch number 4!
This is a good sketch for using portraits to highlight someone special! Both Vernell and I happened to use it for All About Me pages.
Francine
Follow our linked names to get … Read More...
6 Tutorials For Washi Tape Jewelry
Washi Tape
is a staple among crafters, and you most likely have more than enough in your stash. It’s a very versatile product and can be used for so many different craft projects, not just scrapbooking and paper projects. Today … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew duck tape mustache pillow
Amy from Joyful Daisy shows how to make a duck tape mustache pillow, no sewing required. It’s stuffed just like a pillow, but the “fabric” is made from strips of duck tape. She designed the pillow as a present for … Read More...
Technique: Reflection Stamping
Visit Gina K Designs and learn how to do a reflection stamping technique, this works so well with images in water. Click here for a how to video tutorial.
-Heather
Alex Veroneli: sexy or sexist?
Alex Veroneli – who represents the U.S. division of Aurifil Threads – claims to be the bad boy of the sewing/quilting world. Abby of While She Naps shares her thoughts on Alex’s online behavior. If you only have time … Read More...