I think when so many people said they were interested in information on finishing, what they really wanted to know, at least in part, was how to seam together knit pieces so they look their best. And if you’re working … Read More...
Felt Valentine Necklace
Rebecca of “Hugs Are Fun” has a darling “Felt Valentine Necklace” that is ready to give or wear this Valentine’s Day! One of Rebecca’s 2014 goals was to try a new crafts. Needle felting was up there on her list … Read More...
Valentine Rice Krispie Treats
Snowed in again? Need something fun to do with the kids?
Make the all-time favorite Rice Krispie treats shaped like hearts for Valentine’s Day.
This is a must have staple, along with marshmallows, in the kitchen pantry or cabinet. Although, … Read More...
Easy Valentine’s Candy Pocket
This adorable Candy pocket is quick to make and very sweet. (pun intended). Aspoonfulofsugardesigns.com shares the tutorial and more photos over on their blog. Hurry you still have time.
Tutorial: How to make a back stay for a coat
Leila from Lolita Patterns shows how you can add a back stay to the next coat or jacket that you make. A back stay stabilizes the upper back of the coat so the fabric keeps its shape. It’ll also help … Read More...
Let Your Light Shine
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“Don’t hide your light under a basket! Instead, put it on a stand (ON CRAFT GOSSIP) and let it shine for all”. Contact … Read More...
Tutorial: Ribbon Embellished Needle Case
Deanna from Sew McCool shows how to make her Ribbon Embellished Needle Case. It’s made like a book, with fabric “pages” inside to hold your needles. The cover has a contrasting strip down the side like a book spine. A … Read More...
Free pattern: Freyja fairy doll dress and Lily wraparound dress for 16″ Waldorf dolls
The Crafty Kitty shares a pair of sewing patterns to dress a 16″ Waldorf doll. Her Freyja fairy doll dress is a long sleeved A-line dress with detachable felt fairy wings. And the Lily wraparound dress is a reversible, sleeveless … Read More...
Tutorial: Pom pom trim and felt zig zag ruffle throw pillows
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shares a tutorial for making a pom pom trimmed pillow and a tutorial for making a pillow with felt zig zag ruffles sewn down the front. The pom pom pillow shows off a fun fabric … Read More...
Free pattern: Katniss cowl sweater refashion
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern for making a cowl like the one Katniss wore in Catching Fire. You won’t have to knit a stitch because it’s actually a refashion from a thrifted sweater. And it’s … Read More...
7 Free Valentine’s Day Printables
Still searching for a quick idea for Valentine’s Day? Try one of these seven printables I found. Clockwise from top left they are
1. Out of This World printable from Everyday Mom ideas
Freebie: Heart Box Die Cut
Need a box to put that special Valetine’s Day gift in? SVG Files has a free heart box die cut to download, click here to get it.
-Heather
Three Tutorials for Valentine’s Day Ideas
There’s still time for dedicated (and last minute) crafters to spread some love for Valentine’s Day tomorrow. Check out these three tutorials that you can still pull off in time.
1. Say Happy Valentine’s Day in Braille with this beautiful … Read More...
Tutorial | Photo Valentine Bookmarks
Share these simple Valentine photo bookmarks this Valentine’s Day. Stephanie Morgan from Modern Parents, Messy Kids explains how to make them in a step-by-step tutorial ay eHow. You’ll need photos, stiffened felt, craft glue and basic crafting tools. This is … Read More...
Future Presidents
Many of us have made silhouette pictures, but I have never seen them made as part of a President’s Day project. Usually, if they are going to be associated with a holiday it would be Groundhogs Day (when we talk … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Sister Love
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A Rose For Your Bros
Want to show love for the bros in your life but not sure how? Then look no further than here.
Share the love this Valentine’s day with your committed bros by making a bouquet the right way – the bouquet … Read More...
Tutorial: Swirly pinwheel mini quilt
This psychedelic-style pinwheel quilt is so much fun to look at and according to its maker, Geta, quick and easy to make. She uses a raw edge applique technique for the top and quilts the layers together with invisible thread. … Read More...
Felted Wristlet Tutorial: Warm Hands, Warm Heart
Betz of “Betz White” has a tutorial for “felted wool wristlets with needle felted hearts” and these will look good all the way through this long winter as well as Valentine’s Day. She made them out of felted wool sweater … Read More...
Hand-Stitched Felt Heart Sachets
Amy of “Positively Splendid” has “felt heart sachets” that she stitched completely by hand, and you can try your hand at basic embroidery. What would be better than a handmade valentine craft that looks pretty and smells good? I love … Read More...