A while back I told you about the Fiber Factor, a knitting design competition that will pit 12 designers against each other and the clock for a chance at a trip to Germany for the big winner.
The contestants… Read More...
How to make a recycled book Kindle cover
I love when new technology meets old technology. That’s just what this is. See how to make a recycled book cover for your Kindle over at the blog Mama Fish.
Tip: Plastic ruler as a pinning tool
Jennifer from Workroom Social shows how she uses a plastic ruler as a pinning tool when she’s got two (or more) layers of fabric and she only wants the pin to go through the top layer. Go to her blog … Read More...
Mini Brownie Garden
I’m loving all the details of this mini brownie garden. Dress up store-bought brownies with who-woulda-thought-it toppers (like green colored Frosted Flakes lettuce and Mike and Ike’s carrots) HERE at Party Pinching. If you are looking for a yummy … Read More...
Tutorial: Gathered fabric circle flower brooch
Belikova Alexandra at Kalinka Handmade shows how to make a flower brooch out of gathered fabric circles. It’s all handstitching with small pieces of fabric, so it’s a good project to take with you to pass the time in waiting … Read More...
Tutorial: Dishtowel and napkin tote bags
Dana from MADE shows how you can use fabric napkins and dishtowels to make cute and easy (and super cute) tote bags. Check out how she layers the napkins to create a series of pockets. Genius! Go to her blog … Read More...
Tutorial: Add extra fabric to a jeans waist
Oooh, how I hate it when a favorite pair of jeans starts to fit too snugly in the waist! It doesn’t matter how cute they are, if they’re no longer comfortable they’re just not going to get worn. Liz from … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated pillowcase
Sew4Home shows how to make a pretty pleated pillowcase. It would make a beautiful decorative accent to your bedding, but because the pleated accent is on just the side, you can also sleep on it comfortably. Go to their tutorial… Read More...
The Tallest, Most Colorful Oreo Ever
Why, it’s a sweet, yummy rainbow of pride. May be too much filling for my taste, but gosh, I love this. And you can make these yourself with some Oreos, dental floss and food coloring. Find the step-by-step how-tos to … Read More...
More Cricut Iron On Ideas
Last week I shared with you my projects made with the brand new Cricut Iron On material (click here for my review) and lots of other great bloggers have also shared their terrific projects and ideas as well … Read More...
Winner of the Mosaic Photo Book!
We have a winner of the Mosaic Photo Book!
Random.org chose number 5 which was Jessica who said:
Congrats Jessica! I’ve sent you an e-mail, and once I hear back from you I will let you know how to claim … Read More...
Frugalista At Work
Maybe you don’t have one of these (yarn winder)
of even one of these (nostepinne). Maybe you’re a frugal crocheter who is always looking for cost effective ways to improvise, make-do, improve, and create.
Wish I was … Read More...
Tutorial | Egg Carton Daffodil Flowers for Spring
Here’s a fun craft you can do for decor or with the kids: daffodils from egg cartons! You can also use these on an off-the-page scrapbooking project. Click here to get all the details at Mr.Printables.
5 Ways to Use the Wedding Party App
Wedding Party is a fun app that allows you and your guests to collect photos and notes about your wedding and share them all in one place! You can download the app here, or read about 5 unique ways … Read More...
Get Organized | DIY Spring Cleaning Labels
In a Sring cleaning mood? Check out this post at Creative Market showing how you can DIY your own organizational labels. They showcase three different versions. Click here to see more.
Etsy Shop of the Week – D*mnGoodDoormats
This weeks featured Etsy shop is D*mnGoodDoormats. D*mn Good Doormats sells exactly what you think they would: hysterical, pop-culture inspired doormats to dress up any door. Regardless of who you are and what you enjoy, I’m fairly sure you … Read More...
Gone to the Birds
I was joking that my spring was gone to the birds (not shaping up to be very springy and awesome). But I love birds and like an crafty ADD person that got me thinking of birds and clay away went … Read More...
Tutorial: Floppy-eared bunny bag
Nina from Méli Mélo shows how to make the cutest little bunny bag. He’s made from a natural linen with a sweet cotton print for a lining. His long, floppy ears tie together to cinch the bag closed. LOVE!! Go … Read More...
A seascape in fabric
Marjolein of Threads and Patches has finished her crazy/art quilt for the Message in a Bottle challenge. I’ve enjoyed this series so much, watching sky and hills emerge, bits of lace turn become waves, sequins turn into seafoam and sparkles. … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap knit scarf toy for open-ended play
Melissa from A Happy Stitch guest blogs at Michele Made Me with a tutorial showing how to stitch scraps of knit fabric into a scarf toy. More than just a scarf, it’s an open-ended plaything. It could be a tail, … Read More...