If you are just starting out with embroidery or you want to move beyond basic stitches, then this tutorial from Let’s learn embroidery blog will be quite helpful for you. It deals with long and short stitch and shows you … Read More...
Just Like Me Knits Winner
Thanks to everyone who shared about their favorite dolls and toys last week! The winner of Just Like Me Knits is commenter 24, Sue, who said
… Read More...My favorite doll was Barbie. I still have it and all of the clothes
Soap Recipe – Strawberry Marshmallow
This dreamy looking soap comes from Saltwaterhappy.com and it looks good enough to eat!
Check out her detailed instructions and extra images for more inspiration.
Printable Rainbow Board Game
I Love this adorable free printable from MrPrintables.com. This game would be perfect for weather theme lessons or just some good old rainy day fun.
DIY Glass Beach Terrarium
Using a cool glass container, some mod-podge, artifacts from a beach and some small plants – GerberMom of Henry Happened created this cool glass beach terrarium that looks spectacular.
You can get the kids involved to first get them to … Read More...
Free pattern: Small Fry Skinny Jeans, plus a sew along
Laura from Craftstorming shares a free pattern her Small Fry Skinny Jeans, and is also hosting a sew-along to help you sew them up. These are such cute pants!! They work equally well for boys and girls. They’re packed with … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Apron from a man’s button-up shirt
Liz from Love Grows Wild shows how you can make this fun apron out of a man’s button-up shirt. She loses the sleeves and the back, but keeps the collar. The cuff of one of the sleeves becomes a front … Read More...
Free pattern: Short-sleeved t-shirt for an 18″ doll
Amy from Serving Pink Lemonade, and author of Quiet Book Patterns, shares a free pattern for making a short-sleeved t-shirt for an 18″ doll. If you don’t have knit yardage (or scraps from previous projects), why not hit your donate … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} I Capture the Castle
Have you read the book I Capture the Castle by Dodie Smith? It’s one of my all-time favorites, so I was delighted to see this beautiful inspiration board at Hey Wedding Lady that’s based on the book! Pretty shades of … Read More...
How to make a back to school countdown calendar
This is such a cute idea and makes me think about all the different types of countdown calendars you can make! Pop on over to the blog LalyMom for the full tutorial on how to make a back to school … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple knit skirt with pockets
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how to make this simple knit skirt with pockets. This would make a great errand running skirt!! It looks dressy but the stretch knit fabirc is comfortable to wear all day, and those … Read More...
DIY Noise Maker Seating Cards
Spruced up noisemakers from the party store make fun and festive seating cards that all your guests will love! Learn how to make your own at A Subtle Revelry. Such a clever idea!
Tutorial: Ribbon covered wallet
Sew4Home shows how to make this gorgeous wallet. The outer fabric is actually strips of Jacquard ribbon stitched together. On the inside, you have pockets to hold credit cards and a long pocket to hold folded money. You’ll need lots … Read More...
DIY Seashell Necklace
Did you spend time at the beach this summer? Maybe you collected seashells and sand? If so why not turn your vacation memories into a necklace you can wear to remember the happy times of summer while you are working, … Read More...
Go Green Wearable Plant Rings
Are you a plant lover? Do you have a green thumb? Are you all about eco-friendly style? How about the new rings from Wearable Planter, an art and design studio in Atlanta Georgia. These rings can be purchased … Read More...
Snowflake in Summer
Over at Eglantine Stichery, Aurelia has been busy. First, she has recently finished a snowflake ornament and created a tutorial showing off how she did it. It is quite lovely and her tutorial will be applicable to any ornament, so … Read More...
Technique: Coloring Stamps with Water Soluble Pens
The Whiff of Joy blog has a wonderful video tutorial teaching you how to color your stamped images with water soluble pens. I love the soft water color look of this technique and that kitty stamp is just way too … Read More...
Crochet Teddie Christmas Tree Ornaments
How cute can a crocheted Christmas ornament get? Well, at least this cute! This takes the whole amigurumi thing to a new level for me. I’m fine with Pikachu and such, but these are just huggable adorable and a … Read More...
Stash show and tell for quilters
Sarah of Sarah Quilts recently hosted her very first linky party, You show me yours, I’ll show you mine. Fitting juvenile humor, as it’s the time of year here in the U.S. where kids are going back to school. … Read More...
Freebie | 3×4 Journaling Cards from The Paper Vine
You can download these free 3×4 journaling cards from the Paper Vine. The beach and picnic ones will be great for documenting your summer adventures. Click here to get them.
Looking for more Art Journal supplies? … Read More...