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...
Project: Everyday Life Card
Using embossing folders, stamping , die cutting felt and more this lovely card from Sizzix has lots of cool ideas. Visit their blog for step by step directions.
-Heather
Free Pattern: Babushka
Cupcake Cutie creates the cutest patterns. This adorable Babushka is no exception. I love the color combination of pink and red and the flowers are perfect for the spring season. If … Read More...