I really like this sampler. It is a gentle reminder that we should stay focused but never go overboard. It would be perfect for a craft room or an office. The little bees are just too cute for words. I’m … Read More...
5 ways to use freezer paper in your sewing room
Freezer paper is often overlooked in the sewing room, but it’s a versatile tool that can make your sewing projects easier and more precise.
It’s a handy material that you can use in a variety of ways to enhance your … Read More...
Free pattern: Women’s hipster brief panties
Have you tried making your own underwear yet? If not, do it and I promise you’ll be hooked! My homemade undies are waaay more comfortable and a much higher quality than the cheap stuff you buy at the discount store. … Read More...
How to recycled junk mail and leaf flower art
I’ve posted about recycled paper flowers and crafts with junk mail but today’s project sent in by Elise featured at the blog Grow Creative has another fun element-real leaves with a touch of paint.
Love using natural materials … Read More...
Free pattern: Girl’s halter ruffle flower sundress
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern for her very pretty Halter Style Ruffle Flower Sundress. An oversized ruffled flower covers most of the halter bodice. The bodice is made from a stretch knit, and … Read More...
Quiet Books FREE Pattern Directory
Quiet books are all the rage these days and they are darling and great learning tools. Jocelyn of “The Quit Book Blog” got involved with quiet books at the end of 2011, not too long before her first daughter was … Read More...
Tips: Choosing the Right Black Ink Pad
There are so many different types of inks on the market, especially the color probably most often used, black. It’s hard to know sometimes what the best ink is for your the stamping technique you’re doing, are you embossing, coloring … Read More...
DiY tutorial: felt pom flowers
Stephanie of the etsy shop “steph loves ben” tutorial “DiY tutorial: felt pom flowers” is featured on “CAKE” where they have insiring details for happy occasion. Stephanie felt pom flowers certainly fit thier criteria. She has a lovely tutorial with … Read More...
Rustic Glam Bridal Shower Ideas
My bridal shower was a very informal celebration, but I’m in love with the rustic glam bridal shower from the Hostess with the Mostess blog. This beautiful celebration mixes rustic elements like burlap and wood with glamorous and girly touches … Read More...
What Knitting Looks Like in Stock Photography
Lots of websites use stock photography to jazz up their sites without having to pay a photographer, but there are a lot of problem pictures out there for people who are really in the know. And sometimes even for people … Read More...
Tutorial: Wood handle doily purse
Tamara from Etcetorize shows how she made this lace purse out of a giant doily. The doily she used was 36″ in diameter, which sounds like one that was used as a small table covering. The repurposed lace and the … Read More...
Mistakes and the State of the Industry
I’ve been meaning to write for a while about a post from Pam MacKenzie about mistakes in knitting books and the state of the industry as more people self-publish and sell individual patterns rather than traditional print books.
I haven’t … Read More...
World’s 20 Best DIY Birdbath Ideas
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Most of us love the sound of birds chirping in our yards, and what better way to invite them in than to have a beautiful birdbath
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What are birdbaths?
As the name suggests, birdbaths are like … Read More...
25 sewing projects you can make from fat quarters
I’m a sucker for fat quarters. For just a few dollars, you can take home a little slice of fabulous designer fabric. And another, and another, and another, till my basket is filled with these 18″ x 22″ treasures. But … Read More...
Make a Fairy House
Today is International Fairy Day so I thought it would be a great excuse to have the kids make their own miniature fairy house and garden. This is a great tutorial because most I have seen online are more geared … Read More...
Tutorial: Seat belt travel pillow
These long skinny travel pillows by Rachael from Imagine Gnats are made for road trips. Made from a soft cuddly fur, they attach to a seat belt so you can catch a few Z’s while remaining strapped in your seat. … Read More...
Studio Organization Inspiration
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Today on my blog, Punk Projects, I’m sharing pictures of my studio and handy ideas for storing craft supplies. I love reading about how others have their art studio set up and how they organize things. If you do too, … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Kitschy Houses Hot Pads
Jennifer Heynen shares a tutorial at Therm O Web blog showing how you can make her Kitschy House Hot Pads. They are so cute! You can give each one its own personality by changing up the fabrics and the shapes … Read More...
Tutorial: Watercolor Stamps with Markers
The Power Poppy stamps blog has a video tutorial showing you how to water coloring your stamped images using Distress Markers. What a pretty soft look!
-Heather
Crochet Some Rainbows
What tot wouldn’t love to get her hands on this adorable Rachael Doll? I think it’s totally cute. Beatrice Ryan offers a free pattern for this cutie as well as other free patterns and tips on her blog. You’ll … Read More...
