A quick but artistic dessert from Woman’s Day. This star spangled banner inspired creation is simple to make and could be made ahead by cutting out pastry and re-freezing. I am tempted to say this could be for breakfast … Read More...
Three pattern drafting gadgets on my wish list
Melissa from Fehr Trade shows a handful of pattern drafting toys – ahem, tools – that I’m absolutely drooling over. She shows off her Seam Allowance Guide magnets for the side of your scissors. She also shows what she calls … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a simple skirt in just 15 minutes
Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how you can make a new skirt for yourself – in just 15 minutes. The skirt is made from a rectangle of fabric sewn on to a simple elastic waistband. It doesn’t get much … Read More...
Tutorial: Mesh side beach tote
Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how to make a mesh side beach tote. It’s big enough to hold towels and toys, and the mesh sides help keep sand from piling up inside the bag. She used a large quilt block … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Beach Brights
I’m loving the riot of bright colors in this beachside wedding inspiration board featured at b.loved weddings! Get all the details and a free download of that colorful cutlery tag in the upper right corner by visiting this link
Yarn-a-Long Bracelet Winner
Thanks to everyone who shared their travel plans this week! I love hearing about what you’re doing, and I’m certainly jealous of some of the trips you have planned or have been on!
The winner was commenter 48, Deb, who … Read More...
Roundup: 7 last minute 4th of July sewing crafts
The Fourth of July has a way of sneaking up quickly, but that does not mean your handmade decorations, outfits, and party details have to be complicated. These last-minute 4th of July sewing crafts are perfect for adding a quick … Read More...
A Glass Snowboard – Made in Italy
As I wandered around Facebook a bit I came across a story about a glass snowboard…yup, glass. It was made for the guys at Signal Snowboards and it was made in Italy. Pretty cool. Over at dvice.com they’ve got a … Read More...
Free Pattern for the Cutest Little Mouse Ever
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
Fourth of July crafts are a fun and easy way to bring kids into the celebration without needing fireworks, loud noises, or complicated supplies. With a little red, white, and blue paper, paint, ribbon, glitter, and imagination, children can make … 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...