I think Dad deserves not just a cupcake, but a cupcake in an edible wrapper. Wait, not just a cupcake in an edible wrapper, but a cupcake in an edible wrapper shaped like a crown for a king. Made from … Read More...
Good Wishes for An Empty Nest
If you are facing an empty nest with your kids heading off to college this fall, then this chart may be just the one for you to stitch. It is a sort of wish or prayer for the empty nester … Read More...
Tutorial: Applique map throw pillow
How cute is this appliqued map pillow? The Sewing Rabbit made it using a free project from Jo-Ann, though she made the design her own by using prints instead of solids and by adding a secret pocket to the back. … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Sunset Sundress
Jenny from Seamingly Smitten shares a tutorial in the 30 Days of Sundresses series (hosted by Melly Sews) with a tutorial showing how to make her Sunset Sundress. It’s a one shoulder A-line dress that she designed to wear on … Read More...
Buckle Buddy complete tutorial
Heather from the “Sewing Loft” was over at “Skip to my Lou” playing camp counselor. That’s right, she is sharing this cute craft “Buckle Buddy” an easy craft that will keep the kid engaged this summer. She has complete instructions … Read More...
Tutorial: Free motion stitch a jellyfish on fabric
Your sewing machine usually sews in a straight line, but if you drop your feed dogs down you can stitch in any direction. It’s called free motion stitching. Toni from Sugar Tart Crafts shows how to use this technique to … Read More...
Tutorial: Refashion leather pants into a pencil skirt
Liz from Cotton and Curls guest blogs at Miss P with a tutorial showing how she refashioned a pair of black leather pants into a much cooler pencil skirt. The process is really simple, though you do need to take … Read More...
Free pattern: Sew a necktie for Dad
Giving Dad a tie for Father’s Day has become a bit of a cliche. But what if it’s a handmade tie? Colette Patterns shares a free pattern for a man’s necktie. You’ve still got a few days to sew one … Read More...
Make Your Own Pop Rocks
I’m serious. Make your own Pop Rocks, with the fizz and everything. Did you know you could do this? Find the how-tos HERE at Instructables, from Doodlecraft.
9 Great Snacks on a Stick for Kids
I love the genius of food on a stick. Sticks make foods mess-free (sometimes) and oh so convenient. Anyone who regularly reads this blog knows that of the 6000-some posts of written, likely well more than half involve food on … Read More...
6 Edible Jewelry Crafts for Kids
Want to see your kids chased by ants all summer? Bedeck them with edible jewelry. Or let them make their own.
Make bracelets from Airheads at Design Improvised.
Color your pasta for jewelry at Hellobee, from Hank and … Read More...
Tutorial: 3D Paper Piecing
Mariska van der Veer’s cards are simply amazing! She adds loads of depth and dimension by paper piecing several layers. She’s sharing her tips for this technique over on Splitcoast Stampers, click here for step by step photos and a … Read More...
Color Me Curious
I read about this tool in the Summer 2013 issue of Crochet! magazine and can’t wait to get my hands on one. I am not great with color. I know what I like but that’s about as far as it … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Handprints quilted pillows for teachers
What a sweet way to highlight little one’s handprints – pillows with two bouquets on a quilted ground finished with ruffles. These are teacher appreciation gifts made by Rachael of Rachael Rabbit on behalf of her daughter. Go Mom, great … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Hair Bow
I am not sure if there should be an age limit to this one but I know my 5 year old daughter loves it. I am not sure how this look … Read More...
3 Free Printables for Father’s Day
1. Printable Father’s Day Card
2. Printable Father‘s Day Award
3. Father’s Day Party Printables
Looking for more Father’s day ideas? Check out these Father’s Day Craft kits
Looking … Read More...
DIY Lightbulb Topiaries
Check out these amazing lightbulb topiaries featured on the Ruffled blog. What a unique and exciting alternative to floral centerpieces or entry decorations! Clever bride Becky shares a tutorial for these along with instructions for lightbulb place cards here. … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabulous Rainbow Pens
Amber Elledge makes bright, wonderful pieces – I’m particularly taken with her clay filigree, something I never did nicely – and this pen tutorial is no exception. She builds on an existing cane tutorial from Parole de Pâte, adding her … Read More...
Blackwork Flowers
When I saw this design, I fell in love with it immediately. There is so much you could do with it. Stitch it as is for a fun little ornament or bowl filler. Or stitch a series on a hand … Read More...
Father’s Day Pen Holder
Photographs. They are one of the best gift ideas, aren’t they? Think about it. Your kids have been bringing home gifts from school for years using photographs. Why? Because they are moments in time, moments that are still forever. They … Read More...