Backless dresses and tops seem like a great idea until you factor in the underwear. How does one wear a bra under a backless shirt? Elle from Pearls & Scissorsshows what to do. She rehabs an old bra, replacing … Read More...
Tutorial: I’m A Rock doorstop
Eva Monleón from Misako Mimoko shares a tutorial over at Handmade Charlotte showing how to make her I’m A Rock Doorstop. The faux rock softie has a sweet smily face stitched on. He’s stuffed with pebbles and polyfil to give … Read More...
Tutorial: Inside Out Bag with neon trim
This Inside Out Bag by The Purl Bee puts the seam allowances on the outside and turns them into a design element. The bag is made from a neutral linen, with the seams all finished in neon bias tape. They … Read More...
Needle-Felted Peeps: Hand-Crafted Easter Treats!
Is it ever too late for Peeps, never! I could not cheat you out of this darling posting. “Needle-Felted Peeps: Hand-Crafted Easter Treats”! Known as “Radmegan” Megan has been crafting, needle felting, baking, cooking, drawing, sculpting and gardening since … Read More...
April Fools Party
It’s April Fools Day! Dixie surprised her family with an unbirthday party. Dessert for dinner. Funny glasses. She has great ideas, and ironic food.
Like this rice crispy meat loaf. For dinner. What a fun house this would be. All … Read More...
Project: Folded Sunflower Card
I am SO ready for the flowers to start blooming! The Stampendous blog has step by step directions for making this stunning folded Sunflower card. I love all the detail and intricacies on this one!
-Heather
Looking for more Sunflower … Read More...
DIY Bride & Groom Card
Create a simple but chic handmade card for the bride and groom with a fun tutorial from The House that Lars Built!
New winner for the 2 Book Giveaway: Zombie Felties & Zodiac Felties
I should not have waited this long, but with the holidays and all I did. I never heard back from the first one picked so today a new one is being selected. Gwen #35 is our new winner. I hope … Read More...
Etsy Shop of the Week – GirliePains
This week’s featured shop is GirliePains. GirliePains is devoted to the art and illustrations of Mel Stringer. Everything features her unique brand of adorable wide-eyed girls and cutesy creatures. And Mel has expanded her offerings beyond the traditional prints … Read More...
Getting a Start on Finishing
I don’t know if it’s spring or just beginning of the month frustration, but I’m just about sick of all the partially finished knitting projects sitting around my house. So I’ve decided that for the month of April, as much … Read More...
Great tip on how to give a button a makeover
Over at the blog thredHED Stitch Junkie there is a quick and easy way to give buttons a makeover with stuff you already have around.
Looking for vintage buttons? Check these out on Etsy.
Spring Stitch Sampler
I love specialty stitches and if you do too, this free sampler from Embroiderbee will satisfy your cravings. It is chock full of specialty stitches. Try out some new stitches today! Get the free chart.
Spring Brunch
Here is a beautiful outdoor Spring Lunch. (ready for you whenever your Spring arrives.) Kate Healey threw this party for her friends.
And snapped a few pictures along the way. This is so charming, I cannot believe that it is … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Vintage quilt at sew-fest
Shay of Quilting in My Pyjamas talks on her blog about the recent weekend sew-fest she hosted. Besides sharing good food and conversation, one attendee brought along two vintage quilts to ‘show and tell’. This is one of them and … Read More...
DIY Wall Art – Bicycle Wheel Clock
This unique and truly fabulous clock is made from a bicycle wheel and a yardstick
. Creative genius right? Love it. I’m feeling a little sheltered because this was a project entered in Creating with the Stars, which I didn’t … Read More...
Perfect Wedding Favours {Book Review & Giveaway!}
Offering your wedding guests edible treats as a remembrance of the day is a time-honored tradition. If you want to go beyond the usual {though always welcome!} bag of pastel-colored candy almonds be sure to get your hands on a … Read More...
DIY Easter Egg Candles
Still swimming in eggs after yesterday’s celebrations? Laura at Make Life Lovely shares how to make these marbled Easter Egg Candles with real egg shells.
Tutorial: Geometric stencil jeans
Anna from Plan B shows how to add a geometric print down the sides of a pair of jeans. Love!! No sewing is required, just a handcut stencil and some fabric paint. She cut her stencil out of a heavy … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a sleeve to a sleeveless shirt
Kristina Clements from Kristina J., and author of The Chic Girl’s Guide to a One-of-a-Kind Wardrobe, shows how you can add a gathered sleeve to a sleeveless top. You can use fabric that blends with the original top, … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric flower bouquet
Heather from The Sewing Loftshows how you can create a bouquet of beautiful fabric flowers. The fabric for the blooms and the leaves came from outgrown clothing, though you could also use new yardage if you wanted. She also … Read More...