One of the Buttons and Paint bloggers shares her experience with making her first cross-stitch cushion in a recent post and I think it turned out great. She gives a step-by-step photo tutorial if you want to replicate her efforts. … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated Peekaboo Back To School Skirt for little girls
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how to make her Pleated Peekaboo Back To School Skirt for little girls. It’s a layered skirt, with a box pleated skirt peeking out from a curved over layer. Cuteness overload!! Go to The … Read More...
Sewing Summit awaits
Tomorrow afternoon I’ll be boarding an airplane, destination Salt Lake City, Utah.
I am woefully behind in my packing, but somehow I can’t seem to pull myself away from laptop as I read the Sewing Summit Facebook posts and blog … Read More...
Project: Owl Mask
Whoooooo are you going to be for Halloween? Why not an owl? Here’s a fun paper owl mask from Inkadinkado, they’ve got complete instructions including a pleating pattern for the feathers.
-Heather
Check out more SVG files and bundles over … Read More...
Halloween Felt Countdown Calendar Tutorial
Kids will get into this “Halloween Countdown Calendar” with all it fun decorations and pockets to find treats in until the big day. This cute project was created by Jamie of “the crafting chicks”. She has a very cool pictorial … Read More...
Shades Of Genius: Martha Stewart Living Exclusive Content
The Sept 2013 issue of Martha Stewart Living carries some gorgeous DIY lamp shade ideas that are sure to inspire you to change and create some for your own home.
And we are lucky enough to carry some of this … Read More...
New Holla Knits is Out!
Here’s another new knitting collection for you to feast your eyes and your needles on, especially if you like shoulders.
The fall/winter 2013 Holla Knits collection puts a big emphasis on those body parts, with projects that have colorwork and … Read More...
30 Spider-themed Treats and Crafts For Halloween
Yesterday, Meaghan brought you her original Oreo Cakester Spiders. And today, here are 30 spider treats and crafts to totally freak me out. I mean, inspire you.
Hosting a Halloween Party? Check out these Halloween Party Decorations
Ack! Spiders … Read More...
Solve all your storage problems with this innovative solution
Combine staircases with storage. What a clever idea.
I am sure this has been thought of before – but Japanese architect Kotaro Anzai borrowed this technique and created a custom-built kaidan dansu, or staircase cabinet, to connect the living room … Read More...
Easy DIY Washi Tape Candles
This easy tutorial explains how to use washi tape
and basic candle making materials to create a mini soy candle that is perfect for your desk or as part of a gift.
Simple, quick and beautiful!
Get the details here … Read More...
Check Out This Amazing Yarn Bomb
This is about three hours from my house, and I ,ay just have to make a trip so I can see it in person. A bunch of knitters and crocheters have yarn bombed the Arkansas Arts Center in Little Rock, … Read More...
How to make a glitter covered gift box
Well while there really isn’t anything unique here but is sure is pretty? Oh and sparkly! What is cool thought is the tip that was shared over at the blog Rachael Rabbit for keeping the glitter on the box.
Fall Wreath with Burlap Flowers
This very simple wreath is perfect for fall, with the orange color and touches of burlap–and anyone can make it!
With the blackboard, it also allows for a changing message as the season progresses…from “Hi” to “Fall” to “Boo!” to … Read More...
Party Ideas – Rockets
My son is obsessed with Rocket Ships at the moment, however he has decided on a SuperHero Party for some unknown reason. I think his sister who is not interested in rocket ships at all might have something to do … Read More...
DIY – Sensory Obstacle Course For Toddlers
Sometimes the simplest ideas are the best ones. This walking obstacle course is filled with sensory objects. If you take a quick look around your house you are sure to find lot’s more ideas too. This would be a great … Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered passport wallet with credit card pockets
This passport case by Elaine from Elaine’s Crafts is proof of how one good sewing idea inspires another. Inspired by the Three Ring Binder Pencil Case by The Cottage Mama, Elaine reworked the dimensions to make a passport wallet in … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Diamond Apron
Danielle from Peanut Life Adventures shows how to make her diamond apron. The main piece is a fabric square set on point. At the top, the tip folds over to make a pointed bib. The bottom corner makes a pointed … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchy piecing to lengthen boys jeans
Oh, how I am loving these patchy upcycled jeans for a little boy! The patchy look isn’t all just for fun and games, it’s also a way to extend the legs of a pair of jeans that have grown too … Read More...
Tutorial: Diaper bag with classic purse styling
Kirstin at Kojo Designs shares a tutorial showing how to make a Coach-inspired diaper bag. She made it for her sister, who wanted a diaper bag that had classic styling and looked more like a purse, but still had all … Read More...
Tutorial: Clear sided fabric buckets
These clear buckets by Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns are just the thing for organizing toys! They’re made to hang from the bottom of a toy table, keeping the buckets right where kids will use them. Velcro … Read More...