Lily of Block-A-Day celebrates finishing a 6 years in the making quilt by taking it outside and shooting it from all directions. Don’t miss her lovely napping quilt photo shoot. Enjoy!
The History of S’mores
Something other than bacon is a hit! There were many questions as to what a s’mores actually was. Basically it is two graham crackers with a roasted marshmallow(typically done over a fire) and a piece of chocolate in between.
How … Read More...
Row by Row in progress
Get your summer quilting on Row by Row. You’ll travel to participating quilt shops in your area (1250 stores total so hopefully one will be close to where you live) and pick up a unique free pattern for a single … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple fabric coasters
Miss Make shows how you can make a set of simple fabric coasters. The basic square shape shows off a cool fabric print. Felt or batting inside will help absorb moisture from your glass. A set of charm squares of … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled jeans backpack
Amy from Joyful Daisy shows how to make this awesome recycled jeans backpack. It’s made from a patchwork of fabric scraps and pieces cut from old jeans. Jeans pockets become pockets on the outside, as well as in the inside, … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy child’s bandana apron
Susan from Living With Punks shares a tutorial over at Momtastic showing how you can make this quick and cute bandana
apron for a child. To make it, you’ll need one bandana and a length of ribbon for the waistband. … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing a tube of fabric around a flat circle
If you make a duffel bag, or a bolster pillow, or a round bottom drawstring bag, you’ll need to sew a tube of fabric around a flat circle. It’s not difficult, but it can be frustrating if you don’t know … Read More...
How to Make a God’s Eye
Jaime & Jacinda of “prudent baby” this DIY projects that took on the southwest theme is this large and eye-catching God’s Eye that Jacinda made for over patio bench. Her cost was $3.98 for the two wooden dowels. Select colors … Read More...
Nautical Knot Bracelets Tutorial
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