Clare has these stunning “Nautical Knot Bracelets” posted on blog ETSY with an amazing pictorial that makes it easy for us to follow and make these fun summertime Bracelets. This project is very doable even if you’re not an … Read More...
Cross Stitch Freebie: Puppy Picnic
This adorable pixie and puppy having a picnic is making me long for a sunny day in the park with my pups. Who wouldn’t want a puppy picnic? Frimousse created this darling pattern and it can be downloaded on her … Read More...
Inspiration/Freebie: Coloring Books
How many of you use coloring pages and books for embroidery patterns? There are so many options out there that you could find a pattern for every day, every season and every person in your life. Here are a few … Read More...
How to make a piano art cell phone case
I am declaring cell phone cases as the “canvas” of the 21st century. I have seen so many cute and crazy cell phone cases. Over at the link sent in by Renee to the blog Cute Simple Stuff there is … Read More...
Birthday Celebrations in the Garden of Eden
This Garden of Eden themed birthday party by Claudia Cortez of iCandy parties featured on Kara’s Party Ideas is one of the most unique party ideas I’ve seen in quite some time. Assuming your guests share your family’s religious beliefs, … Read More...
Conductive Yarn Used for Cool Gadget Interactions
We all love our gadgets, but there’s something kind of cold and impersonal about using them. Touching a screen or flipping a switch isn’t very soul-satisfying, but as knitters we know that connecting with yarn is.
Those two things — … Read More...
New DDNP quilt block tute
Don’t miss this latest post at A Few Scraps. Christina shares what she calls improved instructions for creating a double disappearing nine patch quilt block. This fun technique will give your finished quilt top a complicated look without the fuss. … Read More...
It’s Skirting the Issue 2014 at Simple Simon & Company
Skirting the Issue 2014 is underway right now at Simple Simon & Company. It’s a month-long series of girls’ skirt tutorials to encourage sewists to make a handmade skirt to give to a girl in foster care. There are guest … Read More...
10 DIY light fixtures
Lighting is one of the most important elements in any room. It can change the mood, create ambiance, and even make a space feel larger or smaller. Unfortunately, lighting fixtures can be quite expensive, especially if you’re looking for something … Read More...
A Fun Summer Craft, Perfect For Your Summer Drink
There are few things that remind you of summer more than a bright, beautiful watermelon. It just screams “Summer”, so why not pair it with your favorite summer drink? These adorable watermelon drink coasters are simple to make, but very … Read More...
Tutorial: Fold over messenger bag
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a tutorial for making this cool fold over messenger bag. She used different fabrics for the front and the back, so she can change the look just by flipping it around (and flipping the … Read More...
Soy Candle Tutorial and Free Printables
This Soy candle tutorial comes with free printable labels. The jars are rustic and practical. These simple labels give them a wholesome homemade feel. Perfect for gifts or wedding favors. Full Tutorial
Top 10 Summer Beauty Products
If you are looking for the top 10 summer beauty products this season then check out this little list. What is your favorite go to Summer product? Do you use the same thing year after year or are you open … Read More...
Squirt Gun Painting
This is a fast and easy outdoor project the kids will love to do. Melissa, from Fire Flies and Mudpies, explains how she helped fight a little bit of summer boredom by letting her boys paint watercolor masterpieces using a … Read More...
DIY Thumb Drive Holder
I have a bad habit of storing my thumb drives in a drawer or just laying next to my computer where they get buried and I can never find them. I totally need this Tumb Drive Holder Frame that … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make pillowcase dresses and tops
Making a pillowcase dress (or top) for a child is a quick, gratifying project. You can sit down and sew up one of these dresses in just an afternoon, and they don’t require advanced sewing skills or fitting. Amy from … Read More...
Free pattern: Felt Christmas tree, plus a printable for miniature felt ornaments
It’s Christmas in July at So Sew Easy! Deby shares a free pattern for making this felt Christmas tree, as well as a free printable for making a set of miniature felt ornaments to decorate it. The 3-d Christmas tree … Read More...
Project: Metal Cuff Bracelet using Dies
Dies aren’t just for paper, find out how to turn a plain metal cuff bracelet into a stunning wearable piece of art using die templates from Spellbinders I love the feather motif, so hot and trendy right now!
-Heather
Tailored Crochet Bracelets – All Buttoned Up
Do you have a stash of cool buttons? If so, you might not have enough of any one button to finish off a garment. But, with this cool idea from Donatella, you can make fantastic use of those buttons. In … Read More...
Tutorial | Double Stamping Technique With Acrylic Inks
Check out this fantastic video from Jennifer Priest detailing a double stamping technique using Clearsnap Izink acrylic inks. I’d love to try this! That effect would work really well on scrapbook layouts too.
