The year 2014 is just getting started and if you like to stitch a project to commemorate each year, then Talons Aiguilles has several projects, one of which is shown here, that will be suited just for you. They range … Read More...
Tooth Fairy Pillow Tutorial
If you have kids or grandkids, one project that is fun and almost a necessity is a tooth fairy pillow. Kelly at My Simple Walk has created a tutorial that shows how to take a completed piece of needlework and … Read More...
Freebie: Printable Hearts
Freebie | 8 Printable Patterned Papers
Take a look at these lovely free printable papers from Nash at Craft a Doodle Doo! She calls this free printable paper collection Charm Bash, and I do agree they are very charming papers. I’m partial to those gold glitter … Read More...
Printable Lego Board Game You Can Make At Home
This Christmas I bought my first batch of Lego
. I have spent every day since then picking the darn things up off the floor. I have been desperately trying to keep each set together and desperately fighting the temptation … Read More...
Article | Project Life for Noobs
It’s a brand new year, and it’s about that time when we think about starting new memory keeping projects. A popular one of late is Project Life. If that is one of your goals for 2014, then you must check … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Crazy Little Elf
Mason Jar Candles
Mason jars have been a popular item for crafting for a long time, and with good reason. They’re versatile, durable, and have a timeless charm that fits into any decor style. One of the best ways to use mason jars … Read More...
Recycled tech tutorial
Oh today I have something a bit different. I bet probably all of you have tools or appliances that may break. Why not try fixing them? Pop on over to the blog Super Mom Shares for a great tutorial on … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace trim updates a plain sweater
Maya from Little Treasures shows how a little bit of lace breathed new life into an unwanted sweater. It’s a quick and easy refashion. The crocheted lace trim adds interest to the neck and wrists of the sweater. This would … Read More...
Free pattern: Asymmetrical gathered front top
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for this asymmetrical gathered front top. Princess seams on the front and back give it a good fit. It’s made from a stretch knit fabric. You can make it as dressy … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Denim Jeans tooth fairy pillow
Niki from Roonie Ranching shows how to make a tooth fairy pillow that looks like it was made out of a tiny pair of jeans. She used denim fabric and topstitching to recreate the look of jeans in this small … Read More...
Video tutorial: Setting preferences in Illustrator
Lauren Dahl wraps up her series of video tutorials showing how you can use Adobe Illustrator to digitize your own sewing patterns. Her final installment tells how you can set up your preferences in Illustrator. It’s not difficult to do … Read More...
Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired blouse refashion
Andrea from Little Did You Know shows how she refashioned a thrifted blouse to recreate the look on blouse from Anthropologie (no longer available for sale). She shortened the sleeves of the loose fitting blouse, turning the cuffs into tabs … Read More...
Aurifil’s designer series with free BOM patterns
Pat Sloan kicks off the new year with the 2014 Aurifil Designer of the Month series. As host, she’ll interview one guest per month. She’ll share their work spaces, fabric lines AND – key to their choice of quilt block … Read More...
Free 2014 Calendar Printable
Here is a free, and really beautiful, printable calendar to help you get started with making your plans for the year.
Carmia has created these printables in two languages – English and Afrikaans. It has a soft confetti design and … Read More...
On the Importance of Details
I love simple patterns that include just one or two little details that make them really special. I’ve been thinking a lot about how to add those kinds of touches to my own designs, whether it’s an interesting hem line … Read More...
Winter Wonderland Cupcakes
Today it feels like the frozen tundra than a winter wonderland. I’ve already had my fill of snow for the season. If you are still dreaming of a white winter, then give these beautiful cupcakes a try. Just to let … Read More...
Printable Maths Games
Thought I would share some printables and lesson plans for older kids. My daughter hates Math. I don’t know if this is because we ask her to work on it or if she really just hates it. I can’t really … Read More...
Creative Brooch Holder
Sometimes the most beautiful things are created from the strangest objects. These Beautiful brooches are displayed in such a way that it makes them almost too beautiful to even consider wearing. Mamiejanes has the full tutorial and the story behind … Read More...