There’s breakfast in bed, flowers, some lippy and sometimes even powertools bought by dad and dressed up as a ‘gift’ for mum…. This year, the Queensland Symphony Orchestra has made Mother’s Day super easy with the Happy Mother’s Day Concert, … Read More...
May the Fourth be with You Cross Stitch Pattern
Happy Star Wars Day! Today, May 4th is a day to celebrate Luke, Darth and those crazy droids. Do you have a Star Wars fan in your life? Why not stitch this awesome Darth Vader cross stitch from Dork Stitch. … Read More...
Freebie: Love Some Bunny
I have been a longtime fan of The Bee’s Knees and when I found out that she had started stitching again, I squealed with delight! I absolutely love her style! There is something so calming in her quirky little … Read More...
Spring “Peeps” Embroidery Hoop Art Tutorial
This is too adorable! “Spring “Peeps” Embroidery Hoop Art” from Beverly of “flamingo toes” and peeps replace friends or buddies 🙂 She has a nice pictorial showing you how to embroider and create the peeps. Thanks so much for sharing … Read More...
Tips: Ink Sprays
Ink sprays are super hot and trendy right now! There are many different types and brands on the market, it’s hard to know which ones to try. The Ellen Hutson blog has a break down of many of the popular … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Twinkle Star Tooth Fairy Pillow
Amy from Nana Company shares a tutorial at eHow for making her Twinkle Star Tooth Fairy Pillow. It’s a star shaped pillow with a loop at the top so you can hang it from a door knob or bed post. … Read More...
Tutorial: Boxy color blocked top, three ways
The Purl Bee shows how sophisticated a simple boxy top can be. In fact, they show it three ways, using color blocking, arm length, and waist ties to create variations on the look. Made from a woven cotton, it’s lightweight … Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered keychain pouch with credit card pockets
Heidi from Fabric Mutt shows how to make this zippered key pouch. The small zippered pouch can attach to a keychain so you’ve always got it when you need it. It’s just big enough to hold your small essentials but … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY cardboard box play sewing machine
Cassie from Little Red Window shows how you can make this play sewing machine out of a cardboard box. Seriously! This is SOOO cute!! She created the cardboard play sewing machine for her young son, who was showing interest in … Read More...
DIY Belted Chairs
Who would have thought a thrift shop visit could re-decorate your home in such a quirky way that people will be talking and “copying” your style all over the internet. You could make this with a relatives old belts for … Read More...
DIY Hot Air Balloon Decorations
I see a new trend sneeking up on the crafting world – Hot Air Balloons. These adorable little balloons are made with a little snip and sticky tape here and there. Check out the blog for the full tutorial. These … Read More...
Pretty Paper Flower Centerpiece
Believe it or not, for as stunning as these flowers look, they are easy to make and a great gift ideas for kids to make and give for Mother’s Day. The flower is simply a spiral cut piece of paper … Read More...
Tutorial: Twisted pleat skirt
Ana from Stepalica shares a tutorial at Lolita Patterns showing how to make this dramatic twisted pleat skirt. Instead of traditional vertical pleats, this skirt has pleats set at an angle. It can go dressy or professional or casual depending … Read More...
Project: Stamped and Die Cut Tags
I love this idea! The Power Poppy blog has a wonderful idea for taking a large stamped image and using die cuts to “cut” it into smaller tag shapes.
-Heather
Tutorial: Mother’s Day Carnations
Maybe your Mom likes miniatures – I know a few moms who do! This little miniature flower in a vase can be done by the lil folks or the grownups. You could add a little sign for “Mom” on the … Read More...
Magic Wand Tutorial
Give your mom one of these “Magic Wand” for Mother’s Day and put a note on it telling her to have a magical Day! You can easily make this project following the excellent tutorial from Shannon of “Rhythm & Rhyme”! … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage tea towel skirt for little girls
A vintage tea towel makes the cutest panels for a little girl’s skirt. Autie from iCandy Handmade shows how you can make one. The funky colors and bold images from the vintage linens are perfect for a little girl’s skirt! … Read More...
Some more tricks to make Spring Cleaning easier
Spring cleaning is a time-honored tradition, a chance to refresh and renew your home after a long, cold winter. But let’s be honest, it can also be a daunting task, especially if you’re not sure where to start or how … Read More...
Cocoa Krispies Treat Graduation Cap
Have any graduation parties to attend?
Here is a cute treat that you can make for the graduate! Beth from Hungry Happenings created this graduation cap for her niece’s graduation party. She, as always, is kind of enough to share … Read More...
Tutorial: Cross Stitch in a Jar
No need to look any further for the perfect Mother’s day present for your wonderful mom. The Electric Darlings created this awesome tutorial for Cross Stitch in a Jar. I love this idea and think it would be a … Read More...