You are probably thinking why is this crazy lady already posting about Christmas? Well if you are planning on making a Recycled Craft then you need to start sending out the requests. Some of these projects need bottles, lids and … Read More...
A Simple Chemo Cap
This cute little hat from Peanut Life Adventures started life as a chemo cap, but you could use the basic pattern for anyone who needs a warmer head, of course.
It’s a really easy roll-brim cap worked in cotton … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY trunk shade for a hatchback
When we bought our Prius, it came with a removable trunk cover to keep any stuff we had stashed back there from prying eyes. If your car has an open back or hatch, and it didn’t come with a cover, … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew paillette shoulder patches
Anna from Plan B shows how to add paillette shoulder patches to a t-shirt, no sewing required. The shiny, sparkly shoulder patches dress up a plain t-shirt into something quite special. She uses fabric glue to attach the pieces, though … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric mantel clock
This mantel clock was Cheryl from Sew Can Do’s response to the Waverize It! blogger challenge from Waverly fabric and JoAnn Fabric and Craft Stores. The mantel clock has the classic curved shape that you normally see made from wood, … Read More...
Review and Promo: Silhouette Stamping Starter Kit
The folks over at Silhouette continue to expand on their terrific product lines to include even more option with what you can do with the Silhouette die cutting machines. The lasted release is right up my alley, The Stamping Starter … Read More...
Hot Crochet!
I think this potholder/dishcloth/facecloth is so pretty. I like the vareigated yarn – but the scalloped edge is really what gives it the boost to make it a bit different from all those other fairly simple similar patterns out there. … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Anytime Love Notes
Print out these cute notes and use them anytime to send a gift or simply a hello to friends and family. You can get these over at My Sister’s Suitcase in either JPG or PDF formats. Click here for … Read More...
Paper Bag City
Sometimes the most adorable ideas are the simplest. I love the idea of using paper bags to create a city. The kids can jump in and help out with all the painting. Use a marker pen to draw in the … Read More...
Inspiration Tuesday: 1920’s-1930’s Celluloid Bakelite Paper Mache Fruit Necklace, Bracelet, Earring Parure
Today’s inspiration comes from this kitschy 1920’s-1930’s fruit necklace, bracelet and earring parure. The set is made from Celluloid Bakelite Paper Mache. This collectors set is listed on eBay and priced for $299.99 Wowie! Click here to see more photographs … Read More...
Best photographed quilt – week 11
The butterflies flitting across this quilt seem right at home in this church garden. Maureen of Maureen Cracknell Handmade made this beauty, then followed up by taking a smashing photo of it.
It’s my pick for this week’s best photographed … Read More...
New Dichroic Glass at Pacific Art Glass
Here’s the press release from Pacific Art Glass…
Pacific ArtGlass is pleased to announce the arrival of our new line of dichroic glass.
This glass was previously produced by G.M. Vacuum Coating. It is the finest dichroic art glass available … Read More...
Easy Bead Anklet Tutorial
Recently I have become a fan of anklets, I found they are easy to make, can be made in a variety of styles, and they look cute around your ankle! This tutorial by Stephanie from Henry Happened will show you … Read More...
DIY Kawaii Donut Bangle
In this tutorial you will learn how to make an adorable donut bangle. Daria from Kittenhood created a knock-off version of the Kate Spade New York Darcel Donut Bangle. A lot of the jewelry I make for children and … Read More...
Free pattern: Girl’s A-line sheath dress
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern for making a girl’s A-line sheath dress. This is such a versatile style for girl’s clothing! Depending on fabric choice and embellishments, you can make it as dressy … Read More...
Tutorial: Striped tote with a tab closure
Surayya from Blissful Sewing shares a downloadable PDF tutorial showing how to make this striped tote with a tab closure. The stripes are pieced from coordinating prints (though solids would also be cute), and the tab is embellished with a … Read More...
Tutorial: Round pleated and tufted accent pillow
How gorgeous is this pleated and tufted round throw pillow! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews made it, and she shares a tutorial showing how you can make one, too. It’s a beautiful accent for a chair or … Read More...
Tutorial: Sponged Scene for Stamped Cards
Halloween Bat Mobile, DIY-Tutorial
I just bought some old embroidery hoops on eBay and this is just the project to use them with. Andie hosts American Felt and Craft’s and loves felt and relates: “What’s not to love about felt”! The color selection is … Read More...
How to design a shared backyard
Where we live, 4 backyards congregate together. But they are separated by fences. And thus – the old style talk to your neighbour over the backyard fence – ritual is somehow skewed.
So when I read this post on ModernFarmer … Read More...