Lynette from Running With Scissors shows you to use hem tape to let out the hem of a garment. The hem tape will turn the raw edge to the bag, allowing you to eke every bit of length you can … Read More...
Tutorial: Book-sized needle book
Monica Solorio-Snow from Happy Zombie is over at the Liberty Craft Blog with a tutorial showing how you can make a pretty needle book for your needles and pins. Her method of construction leaves no raw edges and requires no … Read More...
Project: Snowman Photo Tile
Cover a small mdf tile from the hardware store with papers and photos to preserve those fun winter memories, find directions on the Crafts Direct site.
-Heather
41 Valentine’s Day Crafts: Valentine’s Day Cards, Gifts, and More free eBook
Are you planning your Valentine’s Day crafts? FaveCraft has a cool FREE eBook out that you can download plus watch their video giving a sneak preview of what is inside. There are some fun and charming projects for everyone. … Read More...
An Adventurous Crocheter
I feel compelled to give a shout out to a fairly new crocheter who seems fearless in attempting new projects and even better at making the adaptations she finds suitable. I certainly admire beautiful crochet work done by anyone. … Read More...
17 DIY Accessories To Keep You Cozy This Winter
Pippa Armbrester “BuzzFeed” Contributor is showing us “17 DIY Accessories To Keep You Cozy This Winter” No knitting or crocheting skills required! 🙂 Do we love this? You have got to get over there and check out all the great … Read More...
Tutorial: Double zippered throw pillow
Head over to Sew4Home to see how to make this double zippered throw pillow. It features an exposed zipper on the front and the back of the pillow. Both zippers are functional, but the one on the front unzips to … Read More...
Project: Snowy Frame
That adorable picture of the kids with Santa or playing in the snow deserves to be in a beautiful frame. The Impression Obsession blog has directions for stamping on glass and adding a glittery die cut for the perfect winter … Read More...
New Years for Clayers!
People had the niftiest New Years clay pieces on Flickr!
1. Chinese New Years Bunny, 2. Happy New Year!, 3. New Year snowflakes, 4. Happy New Year!
Multi Needle Machine Embroidery
If you are intimidated by multi needle machine embroidery, then you need to head on over to Eileen’s Machine Embroidery blog to join in the conversation about that topic. Once you have mastered regular machine embroidery apparently the next step … Read More...
Josette Cross Stitch Pattern
Brigitte Dadaux brings us another lovely little lady that may be stitched in any color you like. This one is particularly charming with an old fashioned look. It will make a great addition to a nursery or a little girl’s … Read More...
How to make recycled Christmas tree ornaments
When you take your Christmas tree down why not recycle it and make ornaments for next year. Pop on over to the blog While Wearing Heals to see how to make recycled Christmas tree silhouette ornaments. I bet these … Read More...
Last Minute DIY New Year’s Eve Plates
Tick tock, tick tock time is running out to plan for the New Year’s Eve Party. If you have some glass plates on hand then you are all set to create these simple but adorable party plates. If you do … Read More...
Strawberry Brownie Parfait
As the new year approaches, I’m struggling to find creative ideas. I don’t know about you, but I like simple and easy desserts that look amazing. I’m planning on featuring more of the suggestions sent in from you, because well … Read More...
Looking Ahead to 2014
Lion Brand Yarn has released its predictions for the state of knitting in 2014. Based on the recent arm knitting trend, they call for more huge knits, as well as more yarn that does the work for us … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Gold + Patina
I love the gently distressed colors of greenish-blue patina. Paired with luxe gold, it’s a natural for a beautiful wedding palette! For inspiration, be sure to check out this post at Burnett’s Boards for more details and links to credits.
Tutorial: Child’s bedside caddy
Melissa Mortenson from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make a bedside caddy to hold a child’s favorite book or small toy for bedtime. She made it with small hands in mind. It can attach to a pillowcase so … Read More...
Tutorial: Hat and scarf from an old sweater
Celina from Petit a Petit and Family shares a tutorial over at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to make a hat and scarf out of an old sweater. Use a favorite fabric scrap to line the scarf for an unexpected … Read More...
Project: Sparkler Card
I love this clever card, grant someone a wish by sending them a sparkler card, perfect for New Years and birthdays. Find directions for making this cute card over at the Stempeleinmaleins blog. Note: You’ll need to translate the … Read More...
DIY Wood and Fluro Necklace
I love the bright neon lights of the city, but I am yet to adorn anything Neon. The closest I have come is bright yellow. I really love how this Neon cord is toned down with the rustic wood beads. … Read More...