Two Little Minutes shares a free pattern for making a set of felt Halloween coasters, no sewing required. She uses Fabric Fuse to attach the layers together. If you wanted to make a sewn version, it would be fairly easy … Read More...
DIY Halloween String Garland
Using water balloons, string and felt, and some fabric starch, spoonful.com has a creative idea to make these scary string garland based on Jack Skellington.
It is a perfect idea for Halloween party theming and decorations.
Get the full tutorial … Read More...
Monkey Brain Cake
The brains of this super awesome cake made famous from the Indiana Jones movie are made with jello and are served with a slice of chocolate cake.
It doesn’t look very appetizing – but what food for Halloween is? Maybe … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Simple short-sleeved t-shirt
A simple t-shirt is a wardrobe staple. It can dressed up or down easily, depending on what you wear with it. Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how you can make a simple short-sleeved t-shirt. You’ll use a shirt that … Read More...
Embroidery Pattern Flower Power
This cute flower design is one of Kelly Fletcher’s free patterns available from her Craftsy shop. She is a prolific embroidery designer that has her patterns available from several sources. She has her Craftsy shop, an Etsy shop, and … Read More...
Duck Tape Beads – Dream a Little Bigger
I am constantly amazed by the beauty, versatility, and number of options their are in the duck tape aisle. It used to be finding a color or a shinier tape was a surprise treat, but now there are literally hundreds … Read More...
Elegant Blackwork Pattern
Imaginesque has another great blackwork pattern for us. This one is really elegant and I can see it stitched up in silvers and golds and made into an ornament for Christmas. It reminds me of a snowflake, so I might … Read More...
Fun Geometric Pattern
Hugs are Fun is a recent discovery for me – I don’t know why I haven’t seen this blog before though because it has some fun, free cross stitch projects and I can’t wait to explore the blog more. The … Read More...
Tutorial: Piped throw pillow with button closure
The beach cabin print on these throw pillows by Pam from Threading My Way are making me happy. As you read this post, I’m on the road with my mother and daughter heading down to Gulf Shores for a beach … Read More...
Free pattern: Mod shift dress
Mama Nenne from Serger Pepper shares a free pattern for this mod shift dress. I am loving the retro vibe that the color blocking gives!! It’s fully lined so the seams for all the piecing won’t bother you. You make … Read More...
Tutorial: Halloween Candy Corn Tote Bag
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make her Candy Corn Tote Bag. It’s a sturdy tote made from duck cloth, pieced into candy corn stripes of orange, white, and yellow. It would make a cute bag for trick or … Read More...
Freebies: Vintage Halloween
Joanna Grant has shared a bunch of wonderful free vintage Halloween images on her Facebook page.
-Heather
Are you looking for more Halloween Embellishments, papers, and supplies? Check out these printable designs we found on Etsy and these fun … Read More...
Crochet Yourself A Monster
If the cover photo isn’t enough to interest you in this book, there’s more! This insanely cute book is full of the designs of Brenda K.B.Anderson who designs costumes for the extremely popular Sesame Street Live. So, she’s got the … Read More...
Tutorial: Halloween Candy Tins
Here’s a cute tutorial for the Halloween season – candy tins! Tuck your treats into the nifty containers. As the tutorial mentions, there’s so many ways to decorate your tins.
I do advise coating your mica powdered tins with … Read More...
New Books For November
Fox Publishing has just sent us out a sneak peek of some November additions. I love the pipe cleaner book, once you have mastered the techniques you could pop a few pipe cleaners in your handbag and pop them out … Read More...
DIY Geometric Keychains – Handmade Charlotte
Here’s a fun DIY project to dress up your keys–Geometric Keychains made from precut wood slices. A lovely change from store bought versions. This one features beautiful bright colors and a sturdy base, two things you’ll be super appreciative … Read More...
Tutorial: Bubble suspender shorts for little girls
Colleen at Pretty Prudent shows how you can make a pair of bubble suspender shorts for a little girl. The gathered, cuffed shorts have fabric suspenders that criss cross at the back, and a knotted belt at the waist. If … Read More...
Free pattern: Acoustic guitar bag
Meream from Bored and Crafty shares a free pattern for making an acoustic guitar bag. Oh, how my tweeny daughter would love this!! The body of the bag is shaped like an acoustic guitar, with details stitched and appliqued on. … Read More...
Tutorial: Falling Leaves Cardigan for little girls
Celina from Petit A Petit and Family shares a tutorial over at The Sewing Rabbit showing how she made her Falling Leaves Cardigan for a little girl. The sweater is an upcycle from an adult sweater (cashmere!), sized down to … Read More...
Beautiful Butterfly Wedding Inspiration + 3 Tutorials!
Lots of inspiration in this pretty butterfly-themed wedding post, and 3 tutorials for you to try as well! Learn how to make lanterns, favors, and a wreath at weddingstar.