I’m seeing lots of wintery ideas pop up for Christmas in July as many stamp companies are already beginning to release this years holiday stamps.
Make a pretty snowflake card with a clear front by stamping on acetate sheets, the… Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew drawstring sweatshirt skirt
Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can create this cool drawstring sweatshirt skirt, with no sewing required. All you need to make it are a large sweatshirt big enough to fit comfortably around your hips, a scrap of t-shirt knit … Read More...
Felt Rose Tree & Fabric Artichokes tutorials
Melanie is a wife and mom and hosts “Bliss Bloom Blog” filled with lovely ideas. I really did not want to leave her blog because she has the most amazing tutorial and I will share two with you. Her “[Make] … Read More...
How to make a booze bottle bird feeder
Oh how I love alliteration and this project! Pop on over to the link Tricia sent in to the blog Upcycled Stuff where there is a tutorial on how to make recycled bottles and plates into a bird feeder.… Read More...
Celebrate Baby’s First Birthday with Fantastic Mr. Fox
Baby’s first birthday deserves a special party theme and a party based on a favorite Roald Dahl book/movie is fun for guests of all ages. Holly from Spifftacular recently planned an adorable Fantastic Mr. Fox party for her son Lars, … Read More...
Tutorial: Layered fabric hankies or napkins
Abi from Creating Paper Dreams shows how you can make these lovely layered fabric squares you can use as napkins, handkerchief, or half triangle bunting. The bottom layer is a solid white (or other color), with a pretty print as … Read More...
Tutorial: Padded travel laptop case
Rebecca from Our Busy Little Bunch guest blogs at Bear Creek Quilting Company, showing how to make a padded bag to carry your laptop. This bag is built for travel! It has long straps so you can carry it on … Read More...
PLA DIY: Fox Cardigan tutorial
Sam lives in Utah and her sister Liz lives in Pennsylvania and they co-host “The Pretty Life Anonymous”! Liz has a very cute and fun tutorial their “Fox Cardigan”! I saw cute patches on ETSY, so look there. They used: … Read More...
Lace Candle Holder
This candle holder is delicate and romantic at the same time. It is created using wall paper paste and a lace doily. It would be great if you could up-cycle some of Grandma’s old doily’s into something like this. Full … Read More...
Tutorial: Collapsible play tent
There is no end to the adventures kids can have with a simple tent. Crystal from Stitched by Crystal shares a tutorial over at Make It and Love It showing how you can make this collapsible play tent for kids. … Read More...
Knit a Simple Silk Scarf Using Dropped Stitches
Kara over at Petals to Picots had been holding on to a ball of Lion Brand Collection Silk Yarn, waiting for the prefect project to come around. When she learned about making elongated stitches by wrapping the yarn an extra … Read More...
Wild Flower Art
This project is a great way to get everyone outside exploring and being creative. Go for a walk to find wild flowers and then use the ideas presented by Becky on Fakin’ It for using them to create a work … Read More...
8 Recipes For A Delicious Lip Balm
When it comes to personal care products, it’s always a good idea to opt for natural and organic options whenever possible. This is especially true for lip balm, as our lips are incredibly delicate and can easily become dry, chapped, … Read More...
20 Ways To Use Gold Leaf
Gold is the epitome of glamour and everyone is totally obsessed with it right now! WhimseyBox rounded up 20 awesome glided DIY’s that will add a touch of elegance to the everyday.
Get the roundup here- 20 Awesome Ways To … Read More...
Outdoor Chandelier Made From Mason Jars
Maybe you’re not a big fan of thrifting. The good thing about this craft is that this little project can be made with either new mason jars, or a set of some you have laying around your house. Just get … Read More...
Project: Stamped Book Mark
Keep your place in a book with a cool stamped book mark. Renee Zarate used stamping resist techniques and stencils to make this fun place holder.
-Heather
Book Review – 100 Colorful Ripple Stitches
The only ripple stitches I ever truly loved fell into the category of round ripple – until I met this book! I have never seen so many cool ripple patterns as author Leonie Morgan has gathered here. The title tells … Read More...
Capture Your Summer in a Mini-Album
Lisa Truesdell aka Gluestick Girl, shares how she is documenting her summer using pocket pages in a mini-album. She goes through her method for selecting supplies and her approach for capturing summer. This looks like a stress free way … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted fabric basket
This pretty basket would make a great gift, wouldn’t it? Jenny of Elefantz started with some of her binding remnants from earlier projects and whipped this up. She takes you step-by-step how to make it.
Week 4: Best Fabric Shop Storefront
Cool Cottons is my nominee for this week’s best fabric shop storefront. Rooted in the Craftsman style, I’m digging the rust boarding and teal trim. The uncluttered signage and natural wood door finish the inviting look.
Image credit: Cool Cottons