Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how you can add a ruffle skirt to pair of little girl leggings. It’s a great way to cover a stain or to restyle a pair of leggings lurking in the back of the … Read More...
Tutorial: X and O Valentine pillows
Henry Happened shows how to make a pair of X and O Valentine pillows. The design is inspired by a pair of pillows she spied at Anthropologie. By making them herself, she saved herself some money. Even better, she was … Read More...
Idea file: Put a suction cup soap dish at your sewing machine
Karen from Sew Many Ways has a clever eye for putting household and hardware store items to use in your sewing and craft room. You’ve gotta see how she uses a suction cup soap dish
at her sewing machine. She … Read More...
Freebie | Silhouette Cut Files for Planner Dividers
This is a great freebie and tutorial over at Titi Crafty on making your own divider sheets for a letter size or A4 binder or planner. She provides free cut files in both sizes, and takes you through … Read More...
Free Fonts for Your Valentines
Send out the smartest Valentines this year using this collection of free fonts compiled by Michelle at Elegance & Enchantment. I really like the Aerolite and League Script fonts. Click here to find the links for downloading.
Looking for more … Read More...
Freebie: Printable Love Notes
Sunshine and Dewdrops has some sweet Valentine Love Notes to print for free. Use them as a scrapbooking journal card, for the inside of a greeting card or slip a note into someone specials lunch box.
-Heather
Are you looking … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Love Bugs
Another Crochet – Or Crochet Baby Toes
I’ll call this one Baby Toes since the edging I created reminds me of sweet baby’s toes peeking out from under the blanket. This afghan was inspired by the stitch pattern found on SusanB’s site here. I thought … Read More...
Tutorial: Houndstooth Cane
My daughter’s favourite pattern this past year has been houndstooth for some reason. She bought herself a nifty newsboy cap in it and a great infinity scarf. There was a little squee of happiness when she saw there was an … Read More...
Tutorial on Making an Ebullient Felt Flower Brooch with Black Lace
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...