Is this the biggest ‘Sock Monkey’ you’ve ever seen?? I have always thought the Sock Monkey was one of the cutest stuffed animals – back when I only knew about the ‘real’ sewn ones made from actual socks. Since … Read More...
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by jd wolfe
Is this the biggest ‘Sock Monkey’ you’ve ever seen?? I have always thought the Sock Monkey was one of the cutest stuffed animals – back when I only knew about the ‘real’ sewn ones made from actual socks. Since … Read More...
by Linda Lanese
My B-Day was back in January and I asked for bird feeders and houses and I would love this precious “Hummingbirds Nest” for Easter! Donni of “The Magic Onions” is mom to two children and blogs out of Southern California. … Read More...
by Linda Lanese
This cute bunny is a quick craft for Easter and requires a small amount of materials. Use it as a decoration or even to fill an Easter basket for the kids. This tutorial and pattern came from a German sister … Read More...
I love stamps that have coordinating dies, it makes crafting your projects so much faster and easier! Flourishes has some wonderful stamps with matching dies from Spellbinders , The Out to Impress blog uses them to make an adorable decorated … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Preethi from WIDI shows her favorite method for gathering fabric, which uses three rows of basting stitches. Two rows of basting stitches are in the seam allowance, and the third is just on the other side of the seam line. … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Deanna from Sew McCool shows how to make a vintage fabric rose. She starts with a tube of fabric, wrapping and folding it around a knot in the middle to make the little fabric rose. She shows it put together … Read More...
by Vikram Goyal
Welcome to this roundup of 13 hidden laundry room ideas presented to you by theatticmag. Are you tired of your laundry appliances and daily washing taking up valuable space in your home? Look no further, as we’ve got you covered … Read More...
by Vikram Goyal
.. the easy way with inspiration from this idea from a few years ago. Now that spring is here, it is time to get out of the house and start actually implementing these ideas to get into the backyard. Get … Read More...
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If you are having a party, then you may want to make some of these basketball-themed calzones. She Knows has created these calzones with store bought products and a cake pop pan… Read More...
This earring tutorial comes from a very unusual source. Can you guess? It involves cutting paper and card stock? Create these delicate feathers using lightweight chipboard. For a modern look use fluro colors to make your outfit pop! Tutorial Here
If you are in the creative loop then you will know all about this latest disappointment by Target. They recently posted a room design idea which looks beyond familiar. I don’t think there is any doubt that this design … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial for making this little boy’s suspender onesie with an attached bow tie. Cuteness overload! She shows two versions of the attached suspenders – one with the faux suspenders stitched all … Read More...
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by Pam Pedersen
This pattern has two things that I absolutely love…pink and a fancy dress! The outfit just screams SPRING to me! You can download the pattern for free at Cross Stitching.com. You do have to register for an account, but it … Read More...
This colorful kite is not great fun for the kids to make and play with, it also makes a wonderful spring decoration. Follow along with these directions, shared by Brigette at Life Lesson Plans, and discover how easy it … Read More...
by Pam Pedersen
I remember growing up in the 80’s and feeling so fancy by owning a monogram sweater. I wore that sweater out! It looks like the monogram is making a comeback. Everywhere I turn, I see monograms and initials. I love … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Liz from Cotton & Curls shows how you can make this awesome maxi wrap dress. It fits snug through the bodice and hip, but has a looser fit through the long straight skirt. You’ll need a knit dress that fits … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Mandi from Making Nice in the Midwest shares a tutorial at A Beautiful Mess showing how to make this super cute pennant pillow. It’s a long skinny triangle pillow, shaped just like the pennants celebrating a sports team. She put … Read More...
Would you like to be able to add a digital stamp to a fabric project? The Lavinia Stamps blog will show you how to print a digital stamp onto cotton and using fusible bond adhere it to your project, what … Read More...
A cute trinket for weddings or showers, this bride and groom keychain set uses simple cut out shapes and just the two colours: perfect for making a little stack for your special event.