The My Favorite Things stamps blog has a video tutorial showing how to make this totally adorable diaper tag, perfect to tie onto a baby gift.
-Heathet
Folksy Crochet
I just discovered a site called Folksy. Am I behind the times? After only a brief perusal of the site, I found this stunning purse made from mitered squares. The pattern sells for three pounds and is the design of … Read More...
Tutorial | DIY Washi Tape Envelope
Inspiration du Jour | I Got You Babe
I chose to feature I Got You Babe by citygirl22 (Stephanie) because I could totally feel the wedding day emotion in the photo. Can’t you?
Tidbits about Stephanie
How long have you been scrapping? I have been scrapbooking since 2003. … Read More...
Tutorial: Tie Dye Pattern Clay
I was thinking: ooh free form tie dye for clay. Some variant of a cane. But this video tutorial actually ended up more of a cute clay clothing pattern for figures – in this case little clay hippies. One thing … Read More...
Tutorial: How to sew buttons by hand
Deanna from Sew McCool shows how to sew buttons by hand. The method she shows is one she learned from a 4-H sewing judge. It’s used for sewing on buttons that don’t have a shank, and will keep the button … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Footed baby pants
Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a free pattern for making these footed baby pants. The knit pants have feet sewn into the bottom so there’s no trying to keep socks on wriggly baby feet. Her free pattern will fit a … Read More...
Tutorial: Quick and easy hot pads
Nicole from Modern Handcraft shows how to make a set of hot pads. It’s an easy, 1-hour project. The round hot pads are 7″ in diameter. They’re made from two layers of quilting cotton, with cotton batting between to protect … Read More...
Tutorial: Super simple maxi dress
Alexia from Lexi Made shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to make this super simple maxi dress. It’s made entirely from rectangles of fabric, with gathers at the waist and bodice top. A ruffle across the top … Read More...
Hand Printed Table Runner DIY
Elsie and Emma of “a beautiful mess” created this simple, tribal-inspired table runner for Emma’s home. Their DIY for “Hand Printed Table Runner” looks easy to make and the look is neat! They have an excellent picture filled tutorial. Thanks … Read More...
Project: Octopus Card with Stamps and Sprays
How awesome is this new clear stamp from Some Odd Girl called Mr. Octopus?! Visit their blog for loads of cute samples using him along with a video tutorial showing how to make this fun card using ink sprays. (Scroll … Read More...
Freebie: Love Never Fails Cross Stitch Pattern
Oh man! Has it been a stressful couple of days! Let me tell you! Mama is worn out! Just when I want to throw in the towel, I get a little sign from the universe….Love Never Fails. I stop for … Read More...
Tutorial: Raised Needlelace Strawberry (Stumpwork)
Every time I see some form of stumpwork I am blown away. I just can not wrap my head around how it works. Elizabeth at Sew in Love must have heard my cries for help because she created an easy … Read More...
Embroidered Felt Button Basket Pillow Top
The pattern and instructions for this pretty “Felt Button Basket Pillow Top” came from “craft ideas” and this would make such a lovely addition to your spring décor. There is a downloadable pattern with supply list.
Free pattern: Tricia easy summer dress
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for her Tricia dress. She named the dress after her mother, and offers the free pattern as a Mother’s Day tribute to her. It’s a beautiful summer dress, with just … Read More...
21 Cooking tips that will help you
Like most click-bait articles, this is as bad as they get. And if you have been on the Internet for at least a year, you have probably seen most of them. Even then, it is worthwhile to see all these … Read More...
Strawberry Shortcake Tiramisu
Since it has been a very disappointing spring here, I’m really looking forward to summer. One of my favorite things to start summer off is strawberry picking.
This strawberry shortcake tiramisu from Grandbaby Cakes will be one of the first … Read More...
Party Ideas – Captain America
This Captain America Party is probably just as much for the big boys as it is for the little ones. With some my grown up food choices this party would be fit for a 40 year old as well as … Read More...
DIY Mother’s Day Gifts
This round up by CraftFoxes is perfect for inspiration. If you’re a sewer or just a general creative soul then these ideas are sure to inspire you. I Love the wreath as it is bright full of color but somehow … Read More...
Free Knitting Patterns for String Bags
I love a good market bag (and even have a pattern for one using lace rib over at About). They’re the perfect thing to tote groceries in throughout the year, but they’re particularly great during farmer’s market season because you … Read More...