Design by Hilda Hu of “PandaHall Learning Center” This is an ebullient felt flower brooch tutorial for all fans of handmade jewelry. The flower effect is created by black lace. Trust Hilda, learning how to make flower brooches will be … Read More...
How to Make a Cool Skull Bracelet from Black Lace
These may not be hearts, but skulls are cute and may say more about your relationship this Valentine’s Day. Whatever the case this bracelet is a charmer. How to make a skull bracelet; plain skull bracelets are somewhat outdated … Read More...
Tutorial: Embroidery project pouch
Mollie from Wild Olive shows how to make a simple pouch to carry your embroidery with you. The simple pouch is made from two rectangles of fabric (one for the outer, one for the lining), with no closure needed. The … Read More...
Tutorial: Macacron measuring tape
Nhi from Detective Houndstooth shows how to make a macron measuring tape. She started with a measuring tape in a round case, and covered it with fabric scraps and ribbon to turn it into a sweet sewing notion. This would … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Pastel Geometrics
If you’re looking for modern wedding inspiration that’s right on trend, be sure to check out the Pastel Geometrics mood board at b.loved weddings. Simple shapes paired with Radiant Orchid, Pantone’s color of the year for 2014, along with hints … Read More...
Project: Flower Card
Stash Busting with Knitted Toys
I don’t knit a lot of toys, and I don’t know why that is, because I always enjoy doing it and they’re so sweet and fun to look at and play with.
But dolls and other toys are a great … Read More...
Two Chain Stitch Tutorials
Sharon B has two chain stitch tutorials posted on her Pin Tangle blog. One is a plain chain stitch and the other is a beaded chain stitch. She provides photo tutorials for both and lays them out so clearly that … Read More...
Skiing and Sledding Cross Stitch
My sister took her kids tubing and skiing today. They are big fans of sledding too. She prefers to stay in the lodge drinking cocoa. That is where I would be too! If you have a fan of skiing and … Read More...
Giveaway Reminder: Stampin Up Valentine Treat Holders
There’s still tie to enter to win a set of adorable Monster Valentine Treat Holders from Stampin’ Up! Click here to visit the giveaway post and leave a comment there to win.
-Heather
Are you looking for more Valentine’s Day … Read More...
Make a wood plank quilt
Jaime of That’s My Letter shows on her blog how to make this wood plank quilt. She explains,
Make this wall decor using pine boards, glue and various stains. It makes a great statement and combines two of my favorites:… Read More...
Valentine’s Day Hand Towels
Amber of “crazy little projects” is starting a new tradition to create fun hand towels for every holiday. It started with Halloween and then Thanksgiving and Christmas (her favorites so far!). Today she has a darling “Valentine Hand Towels (with … Read More...
Six-Pack Craft Organizer
Ok. At first I thought this was just a gag – made to make fun of someone. But after I looked closer, I found that it was practical, and yes, an actual craft project. It is a great caddy for … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Wreath Tutorial
Cheryl of “That’s What Che Said” is excited to share her tutorial on how to make this cute “fabric Valentine’s Day Wreath”! She hopes we love it! Cheryl has a nice pictorial for you to follow. She has a list … Read More...
Recycled t-shirt yarn frisbee
My friends joke that I could knit and crochet anything but I never thought about crocheting a frisbee! That would solve my problem of breaking my finger nails when playing. Pop on over to Sweaterdoll to see what she … Read More...
Printable Boys Valentines Day Gift
Yesterday we featured these fun kids printables for kids and now we found this great version. Let’s not argue about the whole gender thing. This boys (or girls) printable is perfect for toy car
fans. You could change out the … Read More...
Balsa Wood Candle Holders
To make this “Wood Working” project you will need : Balsa wood-gold and pink craft paint- masking or painter’s tape -ruler -X-Acto knife – glass votives – and tea lights. Did you see? There was no Chain saw, No … Read More...
Sharpie Mugs For Valentines Day
I was going to post these as a Last minute project, but figured it didn’t really do they justice. These designs are so cute they are worthy of a thought out plan. Fill them with candy, coffee vouchers or … Read More...
Chocolate Strawberry Hearts for Valentine’s Day
I love chocolate dipped strawberries, but I can only eat one and it can be messy. Here is a cute alternative to the dipped strawberries. Check out The Decorated Cookie for tutorial on how to make these.
Also, I am … Read More...
DIY Bath Bomb Photography
Sometimes it’s not the craft the catches your eye it’s the photo itself. Something about this stack of rustic bath bombs makes me want to start making them again. The photography is amazing! If you want to check out the … Read More...