Amy fromPeek-a-Boo Pattern Shop shares a free pattern for her Ultimate Catch-All Bib. It has a pocket at the bottom to catch bits of food that don’t quite make it into baby’s mouth. The pocket has a wide mouth … Read More...
Nest of Yarn – Gift Topper
I am going to show my daughter this project and see if I get my Mother’s Day gift wrapped with this stunning nest topper. I did a posting on Tracey of “Helana and Ali” showing you their “Feather Toppers” if … Read More...
Project: Stamped Mini Cards
Find a video tutorial for making these adorable stamped mini cards over at the Siehled with a Kiss blog.
-Heather
Knit a Lightweight Shawl for Spring
It’s getting warmer — and hopefully will stay that way this time! — but it’s still helpful to have a little bit of knitting to throw over your shoulders when the wind picks up or you’re in a place where … Read More...
How to make a zipper bracelet and recycled sugar bowl gift container
Zippers have been one of my all time favorite crafting materials and I love to make jewelry so I thought I’d make one and add some dangles to the pull. I even made a dangle for this zipper bracelet with … Read More...
10 Fingerless Glove Knitting Patterns
Around Christmastime last year I published a little roundup of fingerless glove knitting patterns, but of course at that time of year I was focused on warmth (and quick knitting). Now that spring is in the air it’s time … Read More...
Craft in America: Industry
Psst. The next episode of Craft In America: Industry features some of the quilters of Gee’s Bend. Don’t miss Lisa Butterworth’s interview with the creator of Craft In America Television series, Carol Sauvion coming out May 2, 2014.
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Freebie: Spring is a Puff of Wind
Spring is a puff of wind. How wonderful is this saying? It makes me smile. Instead of thinking of seeds and pollen blowing around, wreaking havoc, I can think of this saying and know that new flowers and plants … Read More...
Free pattern: Strapless maxi beach dress
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shows how to make her Beach Dress. It’s a strapless maxi-dress that would make a great cover-up for beach days or trips to the swimming pool. You can make it without a pattern, using … Read More...
Doodle Stitch Along
I LOVE stitch alongs! They are so much fun. It is great to see how different everyone interprets an idea. Hugs are Fun, along with Craftster are hosting a Doodle Stitch Along… Read More...
Avocado Walking Taco
Guess this hasn’t made it to my neck of the woods. I’ve never seen the walking taco at any of the fairs that I have been to. But I really dig this idea!
Kristen at Dine and Dish shows us … Read More...
25 Home Organization Tips Roundup
Are you tired of feeling like your home is in constant disarray? Do you find yourself constantly searching for misplaced items or struggling to keep things organized? Look no further than this collection of DIY home organization tips!
One great … Read More...
Tutorial: Relaxed Roman shade and London shade
Amy from Joyful Daisy shares a tutorial showing how to make a relaxed Roman shade and a London shade. A relaxed Roman shade pleats up on the sides when you pull the string to raise the shade, but has a … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s big bow t-shirt
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how you can make this easy big bow t-shirt for a little girl. The big bow is soo cute and soo girly! It’s a quick, easy sewing project if you use a purchased t-shirt, … Read More...
Paper Bag Frog Puppet
National Frog Month, observed in the month of April, is almost over, so why not celebrate the end of this month by making an adorable frog puppet. Follow the suggestions Amanda shares and you can create a one-of-a-kind play thing … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Fruitful Apron
Susan from Living With Punks designed her Fruitful Apron for the modern cook. It’s a half apron with a wide waistband and an easy Velcro closure in the back. Pockets across the front will hold a smart phone and small … Read More...
Tutorial: Painted No Sew Market Tote
Cathy from Trinkets in Bloom shares a tutorial at I Love To Create showing how to make her Painted No Sew Market Tote. The bag is made from a t-shirt, with no sewing required. Fabric markers and a tie-dye kit … Read More...
Project: Botanical Journal Page
Find directions on the Sizzix blog for making this beautiful mixed media journal page by Anna-Karin. The background was done using die cuts, paints, sprays and stamps, I love the depth and dimension it gives! These ideas would transfer well … Read More...
Crochet A Sure Sign Of Spring
It’s a sure sign of Spring when I see lots of new flower patterns. This one is so cute! I love the little lady bug chilling on that bright flower. Wouldn’t this make a pretty brooch? Of course you could … Read More...
Tips for Beginning Memory Keepers from Ali Edwwards
If you’re beginning your journey of memory keeping, you will definitely want to read these tips from Ali Edwards. She really breaks it down to what is essential for scrapbooking and other forms of documenting your memories. This is … Read More...