Gloves and mittens go a long way toward keeping your hands warm in the cold weather, but they also put you at a disadvantage for simple tasks like gripping a doorknob, or turning a key, or texting on your phone. … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Baby bandana dribble bibs
Tricia at Made By Me & Shared With You shares a free pattern for this baby bandana dribble bib. They’re made from two layers of fabric. She suggests a flannel for the top (especially cute when done out of a … Read More...
Tutorial: Catnip snake kitty toys
Sew4Home shows how to make a snake catnip toy for your kitties to play with. Made from bright, cute fabrics, they’re anything but scary. Especially with a bow tied around their necks. Catnip included with the stuffing will drive your … Read More...
Project: Washi Tape Valentine Card
Layout scraps of Washi tape on cardstock and die cut them into fun shapes for a perfect card accent. The Waltzing Mouse blog has all the details.
-Heather
Valentine Quickie Cutie
This cute little loot holder is actually Jess Schleicher’s Monster Loot Holder just waiting to get his ‘mouth’ on your kids’ Valentien’s Cards and goodies. I think he’s absolutely adorable! The pattern for him is free and he can be … Read More...
Coffee Filter Peacock Craft
The colorful feathers of this peacock are made by dotting coffee filters and bingo daubers or paint dot markers. Once the dots are on the coffee filters, they are moistened with a little water to get a watercolor design. This … Read More...
How To: Felt Jammy Biscuit Brooches and more
I could spent hours on Laura’s “Bugs and Fishes” showing you all she has made with felt. Laura is living near London and is a designer/maker and crafts writer. This was supposed to be just the on “How To: Felt … Read More...
Why Glass is Transparent – A Video from TedED
Lani Mc Gregor of Bullseye Glass posted this educational video on Facebook and I thought a little science wouldn’t hurt…why is glass transparent. Cool stuff. It comes from TedED and Mark Miodownik. Most people take glass for granted so … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Faux leather XOXO heart clutch For Valentine’s Day
Laura Gummerman at A Beautiful Mess shows how you can make this faux leather heart clutch. She appliqued the letters XOXO across the front. You could also applique a short word, or leave it plain. She appliqued the letters XOXO … Read More...
Freebie: Kitty Digital Stamp
Download this sweet kitty cat digital stamp for free over on the Sliekje blog.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design bundle to download our digital stamps. Make sure you check … Read More...
Vintage pattern Etsy sales blitz tomorrow
If you sew from vintage patterns, I’ve got a sales even you’re gonna want to know about. Pattern Patter, a team of vintage pattern sellers on Etsy, is having a February Freeze Pattern Blitz all day tomorrow, Saturday, February 8, … Read More...
Another Fun Pattern to Show Your Olympic Spirit
The other day I shared a collection of knitting patterns you could use to help celebrate the Winter Olympics, and I just got sent one more you might be interested in.
The Team Spirit Hat by Melanie Smith of … Read More...
DIY Indoor Grass
The title of this DIY is DIY Cat Grass. I am not sure why any indoor grass will be specifically for a cat – it could be for anyone. Oh yes, your cat might like it the most – but, … Read More...
DIY Living Wall Art
An easy mini alternative to a living wall using air plants. No soil, no mess, just fab!
sowanddipity has this clever idea that will transform your wall!
Get the details here: DIY Living Wall Art.
Naturally Colored Conversation Heart Cheesecake
She had me at cheesecake!
I love cheesecake and I would certainly love to find this on Valentine’s Day!
Beth at HungryHappenings has created these cute cheesecakes to look like the candied hearts that we got when we were younger. … Read More...
Free Valentines Day Printable Boxes
Luckily, We Love to Illustrate has got you covered with another awesome post filled with free, yes FREE, Valentine’s Day printables. These adorable boxes are perfect for filling with little treats and treasures, and the best part is, you don’t … Read More...
Oatmeal Honey Face Scrub Recipe
This delicious face scrub is going to get to the bottom of oil the dirt and grime that is literally clogging your beauty. This amazingly simple recipe gets the job done with a nourishing effect. It leaves your skin feeling … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY pillow forms with fully stuffed corners
Amanda Jean from Crazy Mom Quilts prefers to make her own pillow forms to buying them. She can make them quickly and it saves her money. She shares a tutorial showing how she does it, and includes her method for … Read More...
Tutorial: Fold over messenger bag
Becky at Patchwork Posse shares a tutorial for making her awesome Foldover Messenger Bag. She designed it for a mom on-the-go. The cross body messenger style is easy to carry hands-free, and the foldover top gives easy access to contents. … Read More...
Blue Patina Mason Jar Tutorial
Oh how I love Mason jars! Especially these vintage glam beauties created by Tara over at Suburble! These jars would be gorgeous for centerpieces or other floral arrangements at any wedding celebration. Tara shares all the instructions here… Read More...