This is one of those patterns you almost don’t need a pattern for once you’ve seen it and have the idea in your head. The Team Spirit Headband, designed by Melanie Smith for Craft Foxes, features stripes of two … Read More...
Breaking Bad Rings And Lollipops
Yes we just did a Breaking Bad cake. And that has caused the flood gates to open right up!
Here we have, via 1 Fine Cookie, Breaking Bad lollipops, rings and anything else you might want to make with … Read More...
Felt double pointed Knitting Needle Case Tutorial
I wish I had seen these a few years back when I hosted a Bamboo Needle Giveaway because this tutorial by Sarah on “Good Smiths” (double pointed Knitting Needle Cases) are perfect for storing all sizes of double pointed needles. … Read More...
Spiralfoods Organic Coconut Sweet Spread
When Spiralfoods sent us a sample of this Organic Coconut Sweet spread I could not wait to open the jar and taste it. I however did have to wait as I hurt my arm a few days before and could … Read More...
36 Save The Date Ideas
These wonderful Save The Date ideas are perfect for any occasion, with a few adaptions you can WOW your guests before they even make it to your front door. I love the instagram idea as it uses casual photos in … Read More...
Recycled Crayons – Gemstones
We have all seen recycled crayons in various different designs but I thought these ones were worthy of a blog post. Using a gem mold, these adorable Crayons would be perfect for a little Princess or Pirate. They would make … Read More...
Knit Picks Launches City Tweed Collection
I love a good tweed yarn for fall, and Knit Picks is inspiring knitters to pick up their City Tweed yarn and knit a sweater. The new City Tweed collection has six patterns that can be purchased individually for $4.99 … Read More...
Tutorial: Whim of Trim bag
The simple lines of this Whim of Trim bag by Cheryl form Sew Can Do make the trim the superstar design element. The body of the bag is made from a denim outer layer and a solid red lining. Red … Read More...
How to make recycled mini monsters
It’s never too soon to be thinking about Halloween decorations. Pop on over to the Horizon group site to see their full tutorial on how to make these cute mini monsters out of recycled bottle caps.
Free pattern: Pouch style doll carrier
It melts my heart every time I see a young child caring for a favorite doll. It’s a mirror for the nurturing they receive from their own parents. Michelle from Handmade Martini made a pouch style carrier for her daughter … Read More...
Free pattern: Apple lunch box
Rebecca from Rock the Stitch guest blogs at The Cottage Mama with a free pattern for making this super cute lunchbox shaped like an apple. The outside is a laminated cotton, the lining a ripstop nylon, both fabrics that wipe … Read More...
DIY Wood Chandelier
This wood chandelier is so stunning! What a gorgeous detail for your rustic, wood-inspired wedding. You can learn how to make your own with a tutorial created by Logan from Real Southern Accents, featured at Capitol Romance.
Project: Pixie Stix Holder
I have to admit when it comes to Halloween candy I toss the chocolate aside and go for the sugar treats like Smarties or Bottle Caps and one of my all time faves is Pixie Stix!! Linda Walsh has a … Read More...
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Save 75% on Jewelry Classes from Craftsy
Have you wanted to take jewelry making classes without spending a lot of money? Now you can! Craftsy is having a Jewelry Class Sale on 11 of their courses. Save up to 75% on the following online classes and supplies! … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Top 8 Rain Coats
I love the idea of a Raincoat. Raincoats leave your hands free so you can wrangle the kids or hold on to them instead of an umbrella. Raincoats are great for covering up a pair of warm track pants on … Read More...
Tutorial: Polymer Clay Sunflower Magnets
Meg sent me a link to her sunflower magnet tutorial. The project is quick and easy and right in season! You could easily use the same techniques to make flowers of your choice (marbled reds and golds, smaller centres … Read More...
Cross Stitch Cushion
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...