Hetty is an interior architect/industrial designer based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and hosts “Light Blue Grey”! She hacked an ” IKEA Frosta stool with felt as an upholstered pad” for her friend Rena, using circles of felt as an upholstered … Read More...
Tutorial: Snail softie
Narelle from Cook Clean Craft shows how to make this cute snail softie! I love his polka dot shell! She designed him to give as a birthday gift to her daughter’s friend, who was having a snail-themed birthday party. He’s … Read More...
Felt flowers-easy layered flower tutorial
Jess of “Craftiness is Not Optional” has a lovely variety of felt flowers with tutorials. She made tutorials for some and says “they’re simple and so quick and fun to make. Use them for headbands, hair clips or pins. … Read More...
Freebie: Dear Jane
I have stitched some serious cross stitch before but nothing as labor intensive as this piece entitled Dear Jane from Martine Rigeada at aufildemartine.fr. The free pattern is available for download in five parts. … Read More...
Project: Stamped Cake Decorations
Stamping and cake? Yes, please! Decorate a cake for any occasion using stamps. The Lawn Fawn stamps blog has a video tutorial showing how to make these adorable stamped dinosaur decoration.
-Heather
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Freebie: Fiesta Gato
Yes, I know Cinco de Mayo is long gone, but Fiesta Gato doesn’t need a holiday to get his maracas shaking. He loves celebrating birthdays, anniversaries and even Mondays. He just likes to dance! Mollie at Wild Olive is … Read More...
Kimisha Kids Shoe Pattern
Have you ever wanted to sew your own shoes? This video shows how to sew kids Mary Jane Leather shoes with just two needles and wayx thread! Pretty cool, huh?
Watch the video here- Kimisha Kids Shoe Pattern by … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy maxi dress from a jersey knit sheet
Lisa from Mabey She Made It shares a tutorial showing how she made this maxi dress out of a jersey knit sheet. Knit sheets are a great source of inexpensive yardage, especially if you can find them on sale. If … Read More...
DIY Sun Burst Mirror
This sunburst mirror provides a HUGE impact for only $12 through the use of thumbtacks, a foam floral ring, and wood shims.
This project would have taken Melissa some time I would think – but hey, the end result is … Read More...
Recycled jewelry by Hang Ups
If you like buying jewelry made out of recycled elements you should check out this cool site that makes all sorts of jewelry out of all sorts of things. Oh and did I mention how pretty they are? Pop on … Read More...
Tutorial: Make an exercise headband in 10 minutes
Amanda from Kitschy Coo shows how can make an exercise headband in just 10 minutes. The wide stretchy headband will keep your hair out of your face while running or playing sports. It’s takes only a few seams to make … Read More...
Bacon Flag Pizza
It’s hard to believe Memorial Day is a week away! Where has this month gone?
This one is for my bacon lovers!
Bev Cooks posted this flag made from bacon, potatoes and Pillsbury pizza crust
. You can find the … Read More...
And the winner is……..
Congrats Teresa Gilpin! You’ve won the premiere issue of Willow and Sage magazine! Please respond to the e-mail I’ve sent you.
Thanks to all who entered!
-Heather
Make an Animal Circus Train
Today is Circus Day — the anniversary of Ringling Brother’s first circus which opened in 1884 in Baraboo, Wisconsin. This circus train craft, made by Merrilee and her kids, is a perfect project for today!
All you need to make … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: How to shorten a cuffed sleeve
Nicole from Liola Patterns shows how you can shorten a cuffed sleeve, like you find on a men’s dress shirt. Her method keeps all of the cuff and placket details intact by shortening from the shoulder. This is a particularly … Read More...
DIY Will You Be My Bridesmaid
Are you looking for a fun and cute way to ask a friend to be your bridesmaid? Look no further than this adorable tutorial shared over at Something Turquoise! Inexpensive Tiny Books from Printstagram tucked into a pretty package … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Mint + Glittery Gold
Mint paired with sparkly gold is one of my favorite color combos! The Perfect Palette shares this happy color couple in an elegant and romantic inspiration board found here.
7 Candles For Your Memorial Day Celebration
Memorial Day is a solemn occasion that serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by brave men and women who have fought for our country’s freedoms. It is a time to honor their service and sacrifice, to remember … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap fabric and ribbon dog leash
Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a tutorial at The Ribbon Retreat showing how to make a pretty dog leash out of scraps of fabric and ribbon. The scraps will get pieced together, so you can use even your shorter ribbon … Read More...
Project: Silverware Pocket for a Picnic
Using a small paper bag, some washi tape and a stamp add a really fun element to your next picnic with a fun silverware pocket. Find all the details over on the Some Odd Girl stamps blog.
-Heathe