I’m super in love with this sweet little mouse knitting pattern from Berroco.
The mouse’s name is Stilton, and he’s a somewhat intermediate project owing to being worked in the round and having shaping involved. But he’s so darn cute … Read More...
How to make a vinyl watchband
Over at the blog Henry Happened there is a great way to upcycle a watch with a new watch band made with clear vinyl. This technique would be great with all sorts of broken bits of jewelry.
Lookie what they made: Kid painted fabric, messy but fun!
Look what happened when Rachael Rabbit allowed her children to paint a piece of fabric! They really got into it, using hands and feet to paint on the fabric. Luckily, she had the kids do the painting outside! Their painted … Read More...
Linen Stitchbook
If you are looking for a way to show off and store the new stitches you learn, then this small stitch book might just be what you are looking for. Sandy created her own using linen and burlap. The cover … Read More...
Freebie: Petite pattern alterations conversion chart
Petite clothing is sized for women 5′ 4″ or shorter. In a store, you could shop the petite section. When sewing, you can adjust any pattern to fit a petite with some simple alterations. Madalynne shares a handy chart showing … Read More...
Thistle Folk Motif
Brigitte Dadaux shares folk-style motifs quite often and this one puts me in mind of thistles. It looks like an early colonial motif to me. I think it is supposed to be a French folk motif though, but folk motifs … Read More...
Tutorial: Fringed hem on a wool skirt
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how she made the fringed hem on this wool mini skirt. It took more than just pulling the threads to make the fringe. She also reinforced the hem from the back so it won’t … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt owl iPod Touch case
Heidi from Handmade Frenzy shows how she made the cutest little owl pouch for her sisters iPod Touch. She made it from felt and quilting cotton scraps. Velcro dots at the top keep the iPod Touch from sliding out. Don’t … Read More...
Tutorial: Jazz up a plain hoodie with fabric accents
Look at how Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl snazzed up a plain store-bought hoodie! She used a novelty fabric to line the hood and cover the front pocket. She also added an applique that coordinates with the fabric. Depending on … Read More...
Product Review and Discount: Silhouette Designer Edition Software
I’ve had my Silhouette Portrait electronic die cutting machine for some time now and I’m sure you’re getting sick of me mentioning how much I adore it 🙂 and I didn’t think it could get any better until I got … Read More...
Top Kids Crafts For Fourth Of July
You might recall this roundup from a few years ago, but we thought it was still special enough to share with all our newbie readers. Gotta love these classics. Do you have a particular craft you make every year? What … Read More...
Top 9 DIY Lampshades
Here are this weeks top DIY lampshades from around the internet. These projects are sure to inspire you from the boring normality of plain store bought lamps into something creatively wonderful.
1: Jute Wrapped Shade by Handmadehome
2: Plastic cup … Read More...
5 Craft Ideas and Free Printables for July 4th
1. Make 4th of July rockets with your kids using these instructions from PBS
2. Print out and make these July 4th pinwheels, using the freebie and instructions from Lia Griffith.
3. Decorate your July 4th cupcakes with these … Read More...
Technique – Peacock Swirl Soap
LoveinSoap.com shows you how to make a peacock tail or swirled batch of soaps. The ladies finish off the tutorial with a simple video that walks you through the steps. It’s not as hard as you might think.
Dine Hear by Knauf – 40 seconds at Shingle Inn
When DineHear.com.au asked us to review the noise level in 3 random restaurants we decided we wouldn’t take the kids to all the reviews. But we did take them to the last one at Shingle Inn Mt Ommaney.
Free Printable Rainbow Party
Forget the store bought decorations that “everyone” has and go for something a little unique. This Free DIY party printables pack comes complete with cake boxes, labels, cupcake wrappers and even party hats.
Simply download and print out as many … Read More...
Cute Things to Do with Little Bits of Yarn
I spent my crafty time today mostly crocheting, and it occurred to me once again that crochet is the yarn craft you want to be doing if you’re just looking to stash bust. I made a little bowl and a … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY mermaid costumes for mom and daughter
Elvi from LoLoVie shows how she made these fabulous mermaid costumes for herself and her daughter. They wore the coordianting costumes in the annual Coney Island Mermaid Parade. The fishy skirts of both are made from sequined tank tops and … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing a neck facing
A neck facing turns under and reinforces the neckline of a garment. They’re particularly helpful when your neckline has sharp curves or corners, as those are nearly impossible to just turn under and stitch without the neck losing its shape. … Read More...
Nutter Butter Uncle Sam
The detail one can achieve on a Nutter Butter 
store-bought cookie is pretty stunning, wouldn’t you agree? Uncle Sam agrees. Find the step-by-steps to make Nutter Butters into Uncle Sam for the 4th of July HERE at Hungry Happenings.