Want to be a Super Mom and host an OTT party? Just don’t have the time? then this party is for you. Use store bought decorations to complete the Carnival theme. You can then add as many or as little … Read More...
Engraving a Klein Bottle – Make…Eggbot vs Klein Bottle
First you need to know what a Klein Bottle is, if you don’t. Over at Wikipedia you can learn more about what a Klein Bottle is. Once you know that you can understand the difficulties in trying to engrave one. … Read More...
Beautiful Tree Hut Made From Pallets
Warning – there are no step by step instructions for this – but all the same – how cool is this pallet project?
You can find more projects like this at the Pallet Project website.
Tutorial: Child’s draped knit cardi, plus 7 ways to wear it
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how to make a child’s draped knit cardigan, plus 7 ways to wear it. The cardi is super simple to make out of a lightweight t-shirt fabric. The long drapey fronts can be worn … Read More...
How to make bugs out of recycled drink pouch caps
As packaging changes so do the recycled craft people come up with. Such is the case today. I don’t think I have purchased anything in a pouch with these little caps but I have seen moms and little kids with … Read More...
9 favorite sewing tutorials at craftbits.com
Did you know that our sister site, Craftbits, has a whole category of sewing projects? Yep, they do. There are how-to’s for bags and softies and more. Here are some of my faves.
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Tutorial: Thrift store hooded fur vest, no sewing required
With just $20 in her pocket, Alida from Alida Makes made this whole outfit for her son out of thrift store purchases. The look (and the $20 thrift store quest) was inspired by the Macklemore song. The long sleeved tee … Read More...
Tutorial: How to sew a pillowcase dress
A pillowcase dress is a favorite first project for new sewers, as well as a favorite quick project for more advanced sewers. It makes a pretty dress for a little girl, and can be completed in an evening. Many pillowcase … Read More...
Sewing Tips :How To Prevent tunneling on your double needle stitching
When you sew with a double needle, your machine will make two lines of stitching on the top of the fabric and a zig zag between them on the back. It doesn’t take any special attachments, just the needle and … Read More...
(Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Mint Loves Gray
I am in a minty mood this morning, so I fell in love with this pretty mint and gray inspiration board at The Perfect Palette. The gray adds a bit of sophistication to the lighthearted pastel mint shade. Very … Read More...
Product Review: Envelope Punch Board
I’ve been hearing a lot of buzz on line about this new tool from We R Memory Keepers, the Envelope Punch Board. With handy measurements, grooves for scoring and a punch for corner notches it makes perfect sized envelopes each time. The … Read More...
Tip: A neat finish to machine stitching
Steam Punk best photographed quilt – Week 8
Cindy of Hyacinth Quilt Designs shows off her latest quilt, Steam Punk. She created it from a pattern by Jen Kingwell of Amitie Textiles. It’s my pick for this week’s best photographed quilt. Go HERE to see more photos … Read More...
Tutorial | Matchbook Mini for Instagram Photos
Tina over at the PostalPix blog, shares how you can make a matchbook mini album for 4×4 Instagram photos. You need heavy stock for the covers, paper for the pages, brads and some string. Click here to get all … Read More...
Beautiful Lights in the Forest
This is a beautiful artscape by Norwegian artist Rune Guneriussen. Although, not strictly DIY, it is surely an inspiration for some gardens.
Go check out his other work on his site here.
Tutorial: Texas Puzzle quilt block
This is the August quilt block for the Austin Modern Quilt Guild’s block challenge. Called “Texas Puzzle”, visit the blog post to see step-by-step how to make one.
Image credit: Austin Modern Quilt Guild .
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Tutorial: Hyper quilted flower mug rugs
Maartje of Quilting in Amsterdam stitched these sunny flowers then turned them into a set of mug rugs. She admits this hyper quilting is her favorite way to create items to give to friends and family. Visit her blog to … Read More...
Tutorial: Making Minions
I came lately to the minions. My daughter knows how very uncool I am so this doesn’t surprise me. And I don’t usually make fan art type work which these guys would have to be for me. Supermom shares her … Read More...
Tutorial: Refashion a strapless dress to a cropped top and matching skirt
Natalie from My Little Secrets refashioned a strapless dress into a cute cropped top and matching skirt. Great idea!! The dress fit a little too tightly through the chest, so she added strips of elastic at the back to extend … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl chevron dress from Re-fashioned daddy’s striped t-shirt
Terri from Blue House Joys turned some of her husband’s old t-shirts into cute new dresses for her little girls. Because of how she placed the pattern pieces for the A-line dress, the stripes on the shirts became chevrons on … Read More...