You might think of burlap as a home dec fabric, but Angelina from JoJo and Eloise shows how you can use burlap to make a might cute purse. It’s a simple bag with an open top (no closure). She lined … Read More...
DIY Sequin Confetti Poppers
Oh how adorable are these confetti poppers! I love the metallic gold sequins and the wash tape, and they would be so cute as favors or for a wedding send-off. Get the easy-peasy tutorial at Oh Lovely Day.
Sewing Pattern : Simple ruffled sundress for a little girl
An from Straight Grain guest blogs at See Kate Sew with a tutorial showing how to make a simple ruffled sundress for a little girl. It’s made from just two rectangular panels of fabric, plus ribbon for the straps. Her … Read More...
How to make a recycled fairy princess wand
Doesn’t everyone need a magic wand? Well, if you need one or just want to make one for someone pop on over to the blog Family Crafts for a tutorial on how to make a magic wand out of a … Read More...
Promo: Silhouette Sketch Pens
Did you know the Silhouette die cutting machines can do more than just cut paper, fabric, magnets and sticker paper? It can also sketch designs, using the Silhouette Sketch Pens you can “draw” special Sketch designs from Silhouette, your own … Read More...
Scrumptious Paisley Crochet
When I ran across this artist’s crochet pattern offerings, I just had to share. I have yet to test her patterns myself, but there are so many scrumptious things to be seen on her etsy page that I just had … Read More...
Best photographed quilt – Week 9
Shelly of Shellsaquiltin made this quilt from a QAL, saying it’s the first one where she incorporated embroidery stitches. It’s my pick for this week’s best photographed quilt. Nicely done Shelly. Go HERE to see more photos of this lovely … Read More...
12 Wedding Limo Alternatives & Fun Bridal Transportation Ideas
Want to make your wedding getaway in style, but want something besides the traditional limo? Then be sure to check out these 12 alternatives for bridal transport featured at Poptastic Bride. Lots of fun ideas, but I love the … Read More...
Tutorial | Washi Tape Stickers for Decor or Embellishments
Join Vanessa Brady at tried & true, as she shows you how to use washi tape, a Silhouette machine and clear sticker paper to make stickers. She explains how she used this technique to make the large sticker shown above, … Read More...
Learn About Lampwork Glass Beads from Patsy Evins
For those of you that don’t much about lampwork glass beads check out this video by Patsy Evins on her web site. She gives you insights on what the beads are made of, her studio set up, tools and equipment … Read More...
Tuesday Inspiration: Plastic Bottle Bib Statement Necklace
The inspiration for this necklace came from the designer Marni Paillette Embellished Bib Necklace priced at $420. The knock-off version pictured above cost the blog owner of Inspiration and Realisation roughly $5.00 and it looks just as great as the … Read More...
Tutorial: Rethreading a serger and ripping out serged seams
Sergers are all kinds of awesome – until you have to rethread them, or rip out a serged seam. When either happens, all those threads make things difficult. Mie from Sewing Like Mad posts over at The Sewing Rabbit with … Read More...
Tutorial: Tumble Tee dress from a woven fabric
The Tumble Tee t-shirt pattern by Imagine Gnats is designed to be made from knit fabrics. But today, Rachel from Imagine Gnats shows how to use the girl’s t-shirt pattern to make a dress out of a woven fabric instead. … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Apron t-shirt dress for a little girl
Hayley from Welcome to the Mouse House shares a tutorial over at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make an apron dress for a little girl. There are lots of ways to make one, but her version uses a t-shirt … Read More...
Glitter Fringed Burlap Banner & A Burlap Blog Hop!
I was cruising around Pinterest when I came across a link to an All Things Burlap Blog Hop that kicked off with a glittery burlap banner tutorial from Yellow Bliss Road that I can’t wait to try! I’m going to … Read More...
Dramatic Felt Pillow Tutorials
Now that the summer is ending and the children are back in school many of us are thinking of the coming of the fall season and making our homes cozy for the long winter. An easy way to bring the … Read More...
21 Easy DIY Centerpieces for Fall & Winter Weddings
If you’re looking for beautiful but budget-friendy centerpieces that you can easily make yourself, be sure to check out this post at Buzzfeed. You’ll find 21 ideas for centerpieces that would be perfect for fall or winter … Read More...
Project: Stamped Girls Dress
Why use your digi stamps just for card making? The Crafty Secrets blog has a tutorial for using a digital stamp and freezer paper to add a digital stamped image to clothing, like this adorable child’s dress.
-Heather
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There’s Still Time to Knit a Cute Summer Top
As much as I’m ready to rush headlong into fall knitting, the truth is there’s still plenty of time to knit some simple, pretty summer knits as well. I know here in the south it’s not really going to be … Read More...
Pretend Play Crochet Sushi
Check out this free Crochet tutorial on our sister site for some Pretend Play Sushi. Set up a Sushi Restaurant or have a pretend picnic. These can be thrown into the wash on a gentle cycle making them suitable … Read More...