Let them drink cake…
I must admit, I probably bake more, when I’m alone, so I can lick the batter from the bowl and whisks. I know evil!
Thanks to Elsie and Emma at A Beautiful Mess, I no longer … Read More...
Freebie: Springtime
Are the flowers blooming in your garden yet? I am so happy to see my Wisteria in full bloom. The birds have been a bit more vocal and letting me know that it’s time to get out and enjoy … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated bed skirt
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial showing how you can make your own pleated bed skirt. She created the one you see here after being unable to find a bed skirt suitable for her son’s bedroom. … Read More...
Tutorial: Sixty Minute Split Strip Quilt Top
Waited to the very last weekend to whip up a gift quilt for someone? Rachael Dorr comes to our rescue, with a tutorial for a quick project – using a split strip technique – which certainly does not look fast. … Read More...
Knit a Shirt with Feather and Fan Edging
As the days get warmer its time to think about summer knitting, and that often means short-sleeved or sleeveless tops and shells, as well as lace.
Feather and Fan is a classic stitch pattern that’s great for this time of … Read More...
Andrea’s 5 tips for prewashing fabric
The very very first step in any sewing project, at least ones making something that might one day see the inside of a washing machine, is to prewash your fabric. I know, no fun, right? But… you don’t want to … Read More...
DIY Bug House
Not sure why you would want to, except perhaps as a science project or a lazy afternoon kids project?
But here is a tutorial for how to make your own bug house!
It can be made from all recycled materials … Read More...
Love Bug Ladybugs Picture Holder
These little love bugs are too cute to resist and are easy to make using clay and paper clips. The creator, Pauline from Club Chica Circle, Crafted these along with the printable tags to use as a Mother’s Day … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a lovely summer skirt from a scarf
Sachiko from Tea Rose Home guest blogs at Brassy Apple, showing how you can refashion a large scarf into a summer skirt. You’ll need a larger scarf for this project. A scarf measuring 24? x 72? will make a skirt … Read More...
7 Teacher Appreciation Gifts Made From Glass
It is almost that time of the year when kids are out for their summer vacations and our beloved, hardworking teachers get a break. It’s important to show that special teacher in your life how much you love and appreciate … Read More...
Tea Cup Escort Cards & Favors
Mismatched tea cups with colorful tags create a stunning display for escort cards at a wedding! The tea cups double as wedding favors making this idea both practical and pretty! Get more details at Emmaline Bride. {Image by Irish … Read More...
Tutorial: Snuggly Bunny Baby Blanky
Shannon from Googiemomma shares a free pattern for making her Snuggly Baby Bunny Blanky. It’s a soft baby blanket made from minky and flannel, with a cute bunny softie attached. The bunny snuggle blanket would work equally well for boy … Read More...
Product Review: Project Life with Stampin’ Up
I’m really happy to be able to tell you about another brand new line of products from Stampin Up! It’s an exclusive partnership between Becky Higgins and Project Life with Stampin’ Up! The first collection called Everyday Adventures is available … Read More...
Mother’s Day Crochet
This lovely crocheted brooch would make a perfect gift for Mother’s Day. I am very impressed with the design, both in its appearance and its simplicity. It’s a great gift that you can work up with some yarn left over … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Mother’s Day Card with Matching Envelope
I love that Kendra from Key Lime Designs also designed a printable envelope to go with her free Mother’s Day card. Great idea! Plus, depending on how you fold the envelope you get two different designs. Click here to grab … Read More...
Freebie | Floral Mother’s Day Card
Download and print this floral Mother’s Day Card compliments of Kristi. The folded card is 5×7″ and it prints on a letter-sized page. Best printed out on white cardstock. Click here to get it.
Looking for more “Mother” themed embellishments, … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Mother
I chose Mother by pne123 because I loved the way circles were used in the design, and also because of the great photos.
She shares:
… Read More...Please note this page is very special to me. It symbolizes the many blessings, joys,
Tutorial: Baby boy faux vest onesie
Grey Luster Girl shows how she made this faux vest onesie for a handsome baby boy. It’s a store-bought onesie with a vest shape appliqued to the front. A bowtie is stitched to the neck. This would make an awesome … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Men’s basic t-shirt
Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns shares a free pattern for making a men’s basic t-shirt with a crew neck. She will also share a tutorial tomorrow showing how to make a V-neck variation. Her free pattern makes … Read More...
Inspiration: Sew Geeky does Star Wars
Sew Geeky celebrated May the 4th this year with a Star Wars theme. (As in “May the 4th be with you…”) The Sew Geeky girls each sewed up something fabulous inspired by the movies. Go to Max California to see … Read More...