Karen from Sew Many Ways shows how you can make a set of chalkboard fabric napkin rings, no sewing required. The chalkboard fabric can be written on and erased again and again and again. Write a person’s name to indicate … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a simple duffel bag
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how you can sew a simple duffel bag. It’s a sturdy bag, made from a home dec fabric and webbing for straps. Her dimensions will create a good-sized bag, 20″ long. She made it … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple slip case for a reader or tablet
Charm Stitch shares a tutorial showing how to make a slip case for a Kindle, tablet, or other small electronic. It’s a simple fabric pouch with a large pocket across the front and a button and elastic closure at the … Read More...
Review: Stampin’ Up!
I’m so excited to bring you some projects made with products from the new Stampin’ Up! Occasions mini catalog
! This new catalog is chocked full of new stamps in wood and clear mount options, pretty Designer pattern … Read More...
There’s a Wocket in my Pocket Activities
I love this activity that can be done in conjunction with reading There’s a Wocket in my Pocket
by Dr. Seuss. Follow the directions shared by Jillian, from A mom With A Lesson Plan, and you can make a … Read More...
Tasty Treats in Miniature
Oh some of my favourite treats done up in teeny tiny no-cal versions. The little pears in particular have such a pretty syrup effect. For the clay version, I’d use liquid Kato and alcohol inks making sure to hit it … Read More...
DIY for: felt flower clips
Pilgrim of “draw pilgrim” Has a tutorial and downloadable pattern for the flower. Think of wearing these beauties on St, Patrick’s Day. You can change out you shoes year round. Put one on a purse or hat and brighten … Read More...
Free template: What Does a Fox Say? applique
Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a free template for this fun fox applique. She gives him a speech bubble so you can tell everyone what you think the fox says. It’s an easy project since his face is made almost … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew fabric Mardi Gras masks
Michele from The Scrap Shoppe shares a tutorial at SNAP! Creativity showing how to make festive Mardi Gras masks out of fabric and felt, with no sewing required. After you’ve got the basic masks put together, you can embellish them … Read More...
Felt Flower Tiaras (Children’s Craft Activity)
“The Girl Inspired” hosted by Stef has the prettiest “Felt Flower Tiaras” tutorial for us girls. My last post was for boys; so it is now equal time. Stef pre-cut a bazillion flowers from felt using her Sizzix; but these … Read More...
Tutorial: Use color blocking to lengthen a favorite sweater
Alexia from Lexi Made shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to use color blocking to make a favorite sweater fit your child a little bit longer. By cutting it apart and piecing with extra fabric, she’s able … Read More...
Technique: Dimensional Card Banners
Add some lift and dimension to your stamped cards with a dimensional banner, find all the directions over on Splitcoast Stampers.
-Heather
Ninja Appliqué Tee
Over at “Boy Oh Boy Oh Boy Crafts” Stacey created this all boy “Ninja Appliqué Tee” that is easy and will be a favorite tee for your kids. Stacey is an elementary school teacher on an extended sabbatical and the … Read More...
Free Knit Lace Scarf Pattern (Unitl 2/28/14)
This month’s free pattern from the Sweater Babe is a wide lace scarf that’s super romantic and pretty.
The Luscious Lace Scarf is regularly $3.5o and it’s free through the end of February, 2014, so go grab it if you’re … Read More...
Finishing Workshop: Adding Crochet to Knitting
Sometimes you just want a little extra edging on a knitting project. Sure, you could pick up stitches around the edge of, say, a sweater, and knit a little lace at the bottom.
But it’s a major pain to knit … Read More...
Tutorial: Plus quilt by Jessica
Jessica Kelly of SewCraftyJess shares how she created her Plus quilt top. Jessica explains she did not use a pattern even though they are plentiful for this popular design. She came up with her own measurements, cutting and layout. You … Read More...
How to make a recycled hat purse
Just when you think you are safe to get rid of something you see a great way another clever crafter has used it in a new way that you would actually use. That is the case with this old fur … Read More...
A floor made with coins (lots of them)
A few days ago I posted about a floor made with brown paper bags. And someone pointed out to me on Facebook, that they can do one better.
A floor made with pennies!
I would have to say that … Read More...
Homemade Crescent Rolls
Sorry Dough Boy!
Crescent Rolls from the can….not anymore thanks to Lynn at Nomemade for coming up with a recipe that we can make at home. Whip up a batch of your favorite soup or stew and serve these rolls … Read More...
Pinecone Fire Starters
When the weather turns chilly and the nights grow longer, there’s nothing quite like a cozy fire to warm you up and set the mood. And while there are plenty of commercial fire starters available on the market, there’s something … Read More...