This “Owl Gift Card Holder” would make the coolest graduation gift card holder. This project is from Kat of “Just Crafty Enough”! There is a tutorial and you can download the Owl Template. Kat made it for the Christmas tree, … Read More...
Green Juice – 5 Things You Didn’t Know
Our readers are becoming more and more aware of what should be going on to your body but have you ever thought about what’s going in to your body? Green Juice if you have never heard or Green Smoothies, Green … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap Bucket Basket
Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a tutorial for making these Scrap Bucket Baskets. The lining is a solid piece of fabric, but the outside is pieced from all those small bits of fabric filling up your scrap bin. Heavy … Read More...
Toothy Tutorial – a freebie!
Marie of “Heartfelt Handmade” lives is the UK and is sharing her “Toothy Tutorial” with a pattern and visual instructions. Marie has two girls and they want everything made in pink 🙂 The tooth fairy will be thrilled to put … Read More...
Tutorial: Super easy 2-minute lace headband
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make her 2-minute lace headband. She uses wide stretch lace trim, so it’s just a matter of cutting it to length and making one short seam. Super fast, super easy, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s paper bag bubble skirt
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how to make a little girl’s bubble skirt with a paper bag style waistband. This is such a pretty skirt for spring! The bubble skirt is made by doubling up the fabric, so there’s … Read More...
Egg Carton Sheep Craft
Sheep are usually a sign of spring along with something that is associated with Easter, which makes this the perfect project for this time of year. While I suppose you can cut up egg carton cups and glue them together … Read More...
Tutorial: Eiffel Tower bath mitt
Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how to make this bath mitt appliqued with an Eiffel Tower. It would make a nice (and useful) accent for your bathroom décor. Or, make one to give a gift packaged up pretty … Read More...
Tutorial: Painterly Pendant and Earrings
This project describes how to make a “painterly” effect. If abstract isn’t your thing consider using the smudging technique to draw a specific pattern. You can use tools to do the painting – knitting needle ends, paintbrush ends and ball … Read More...
Cross Stitch Pattern Round Up
Looking for DMC Threads Check out DMC’s websiteLooking for more Valentine’s Day Cross stitch patterns and charts? Check these out on Etsy.
- Brave bird of awareness from DMC.com
- Beach biscornu from
How to make a recycled shoe box jewelry organizer
We all buy shoes and most of us have jewelry. This idea sent in by Parvathi of the blog Alternate Creations is a great way to store bangle bracelets and hoop earrings. Pop on over to see the easy shoe … Read More...
DIY camera strap tutorial
Beate of “Beate Hemsborg” lives in Telemark, Norway and is a teacher, wife and mother of two children. Beate made the most stunning “Camera Strap” and it is so clever. You could have straps for every outfit. Beate has a … Read More...
Tutorial: Slipcover for an IKEA Poang chair and ottoman
IKEA’s Poang chair is super comfy to sit in, and it’s also affordable. The downside is that it’s only available in a handful of colors. Danielle from Stickelberry has a solution, though. She shares a tutorial showing how you can … Read More...
Tutorial: Linen and Lace Tote
Teresa from Dandelion Drift shows how to make her Linen and Leather Tote. This is such a pretty bag for spring! The outside of the bag is made from linen, color blocked with leather at the bottom. She added a … Read More...
Tutorial: Fill My Pockets party bunting
This Fill My Pockets bunting by Nesta from Ella & Nesta’s Little Room is a pretty party decoration, but it’s also a fun way to gift a small treat. Each flag in the bunting is also a pocket that can … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Lop-eared sock bunny softie
Craft Passion shares a free pattern for making this lop-eared sock bunny. Those long bunny ears are soooo cute!! He’d be a sweet addition to an Easter basket. Or, make one as a special gift for a child’s birthday. Go … Read More...
DIY Daisy Hat
This Daisy hat is adorable (Yes I truly do use that word too much). If you have a flair for style with a dash of quirky than this is the Summer project for you. Pick up a inexpensive straw hat … Read More...
Party Favor – Gum Ball Necklace
This gum ball necklace is a fantastic alternative to a traditional lolly favor bag. Obviously it is suitable for older children due to choking hazards. The colors are amazing and it’s still got the sugary fun to it that most … Read More...
Pattern Round Up
Pretend Play – Doctor Day Activities
Did you know that March 30th is National Doctor Day? I know many people don’t necessarily enjoy visiting their doctor, but no one can really deny how important a doctors work is.
In honor of this special day, why … Read More...