Resting a tea light on a simple daisy head is a great way to combine floral accents with subtle table lighting. Of course entertaining superstar Sandra Lee is responsible for this idea!
Advice from The Sewing Rabbit on taking self portraits
When I sew clothes for my daughter, I make sure to get good photos of her wearing her new duds. But when I make clothes for myself, not so much. I’ve tried having my husband snap the photos, but he … Read More...
A quick tip for those teaching a child to sew
One difficulty for children learning to sew on a sewing machine is they often have a hard time controlling how far they push in the foot pedal. Heather fromThe Sewing Loft shows her solution. Go to her blog to … Read More...
Tutorial: Grommet waistband
I’ve seen jumbo grommets on curtains and on handbags, but Janica from JaniJo brings them to a skirt waistband. Wide ribbon is threaded through the oversized plastic grommets. She shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy striped maxi skirt
Elizabeth fromSimple Simon & Co. shows how to make a striped maxi skirt. It’s a super easy project, requiring just two rectangles of fabric and no elastic. Go to her tute.
[photo from Simple Simon & Co.]
Tutorial: Bendi Fold Card
I don’t think I’ve ever seen a card quite like this! Splitcoast Stampers has a wonderful tutorial from Bibiana Martinez-Ziegler for this unusual bended card.
Freebie | Scissors Cut File for Electronic Die-Cutters
You can get the cut file for those die cut scissors free from Studio Calico, compliments of Catherine Davis, the creator. It comes in .png .svg and .studio formats. Click here to get the download.
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Tutorial | Add Confetti Pockets to a Scrapbook Page
Stephanie Bryan shares this tutorial for adding confetti to a page! Don’t worry, once made this confetti is mess free! Click here to go to the tutorial over at Shimelle.
Show & Tell | Patriotic Berry Cups for Summer Celebrations
Carolyn from Homework tells us how she created these patriotic berry cups using dollar store supplies and papers from American Crafts. She plans to use them throughout the summer at patriotic gatherings like Flag Day and July 4th. Click here… Read More...
Art Dolls – Virginie Ropars
Alright art doll enthusiasts, have you seen the work of Virginie Ropars? An art doll artist who lives in Brittany, France, Virginie’s works are intricate, almost obsessively detailed, and strangely lifelike. Her creations are otherworldly and often dark, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Mend a hole in a sweater
A hole in a sweater doesn’t necessarily mean it’s time to toss it in the trash or the donate pile. Pam from Threading My Way shows how she mended a hole in a favorite cardigan. Go to her blog for … Read More...
Sewing machine pincushion cuteness
Last night while I was looking for storage solutions for my threads, I happened upon this sewing machine pincushion at Jo-Ann Fabric. How stinkin’ cute is this! At first I was confused by the half circle hand crank, but … Read More...
DIY Notepads {Teacher Gift}
How adorable are these custom made notepads?!? I love the fact that you can change the drawing for each teacher! Just head over to The Vintage Umbrella for the tutorial.
Alayna’s Cookie Shop, felt cookie tutorial
Make Kristen’s “Cookie Shop” felt cookies”. This is a great gift for any young girl that loves to pretend to bake. Felt foods are wonderful for children’s imaginations. Her cousin’s daughter looked at some of the gifts that Kristen made … Read More...
Hanging Macrame Candle Holders
Macrame doesn’t always have to make us cringe with memories of old crafting books – sometimes it can be used to creatively give new life to recycled household items. Check out this how-to at Skip to my Lou.
When is Knitting Going to Stop Being a Joke?
This is a little bit mock outrage, but also a lot serious. Guys, when are people going to stop using knitting as a punchline?
You’d think with as many celebrities and young people as knit these days that people would … Read More...
DIY Pansy Favors
Pretty posies in pots make a charming favor for your bridal shower or wedding guests! Get the DIY info at Intimate Weddings.
Tutorial: The Lesa Bag
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shares a downloadable PDF tutorial for making her Lesa Bag. The squared bag has a zippered top and a zippered pocket across the front. There’s also a pair of smaller gusseted pockets on … Read More...
The Perfect Wedding Cake Table Giveaway! {Sarah’s Stands}
Sarah’s Stands, purveyor of beautiful cake stands, is hosting a giveaway you won’t want to miss! The prize package includes one of Sarah’s heirloom quality cake stands from the new Simply Stunning Collection, a pair of personalized champagne flutes… Read More...
Free pattern: Child’s sleeveless flutter tee
Jen from Eat. Sleep. Make shares a free pattern for a child’s flutter tee. It’s a simple sleeveless top with a drapey hem. She used printable transfer paper to add the arrows to the front. The pattern is for a … Read More...