Tell that favorite teacher thanks for a job well done and get them ready for summer at the same time with these adorable stamped gift treats. Find out more at the Paper, Scissors and Superheros blog.
-Heather
Ode to Service Men and Women, 7 Sweet Ways
Lest we forget why we in the States have a three-day weekend, you must see these gorgeous, heart-warming dog tag cookies created by Beth at Hungry Happenings. An homage to those men and women who have lost their lives … Read More...
Tutorial: Enlarge a t-shirt neck by adding shoulder snaps
Nothing makes dressing a child more fun than having the neck hole of a shirt not fit around the child’s head. [sarcasm] Amy from Nap Time Crafters and Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop shows how she solved that problem. She enlarged the … Read More...
Tutorial: Cut fabric with your Silhouette
Did you know that you can cut fabric on a Silhouette? You can, if you use the right interfacing. Think of the applique possibilities!! Melissa Mortenson from Fourteen May and Polka Dot Chair shows how. Go to her blog to … Read More...
Cut off jeans as a boy’s first sewing project
Agy from Green Issues writes about her son’s first sewing project – cutting off a pair of jeans to make shorts. This is a great first project! Before the sewing began, she turned him loose with some stencils and fabric … Read More...
Tutorial: Hobo bag with knotted straps
Ilse from Sew It Love It shows how to this room hobo bag with knotted handles and a wide flap across the top. It’s made from rectangle pieces (easy to cut) and straight seams (easy to sew.) Go to her … Read More...
Tutorial: Breezy Color-Blocked Summer Top
Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard guest blogs at Mama Says Sew with a tutorial showing how to make her Breezy Color-Blocked Summer Top. This is such a cute top! It’s made from sheer chiffon, with color blocking just below the … Read More...
Freebies | Printables for la Fete des Meres in France
This Sunday May 26th is Mother’s Day in France, known as la Fete des Meres. If you’re French and/or in France, here are some free printables you can download today to get ready! A set of gift tags as well … Read More...
Project: Stamped Muslin Bags
Washi Tape is so trendy right now I’m not surprised someone has come out with stamps that look like washi tape. Vanessa Spencer has used them with Staz- On Ink to stamp up some fun muslin fabric bags. Visit Stampington … Read More...
6 Food Crafts for Kids
My five-year old is very different from me in so many ways from the five-year old me. She shakes off insults more easily. She doesn’t care about her hair being perfect (which is good, because it never is). But there … Read More...
Fun Food on a Stick for Kids, 4 Ways
I hope it goes without saying to make sure the kids don’t stick themselves in the eye. Or use these as weapons. Or poke their baby sister. Please.
Make delicious, healthy fruit and chocolate on a stick at Little Food … Read More...
How To Make 100 Crochet Appliques
If you like to add small bits of crochet to garments, totes, and accessories, this book has plenty of material for you. This book contains groupings of appliques that will please you and others. There are seasonal appliques, those from … Read More...
Tutorial | Mini-Book from a Bridal Shower
Renae from Leona Lane shares this mini-book she made as a guestbook from a bridal shower. She used photos taken at the shower as well as advice from the guests. This idea can be adapted to any occasion! Click … Read More...
Freebie | Nurture Photography e-Book
This free e-book from the Nurture Photography Challenge is full of tips and tutorials for better photography and editing, and also free layered templates. Download it here from Bumbles & Light
Wire Bead Tutorial
Natalie shares with us another creative tutorial. She explains that you can “Add another dimension to your jewelry creations with a hand made wire bead. A great project for anyone wanting to try their hand at simple wire work.” Learn … Read More...
Button Ring Tutorial
Kasey from My Life on the Divide shows us how to turn a button with a shank into a trendy ring. This gives me and idea for the bag of old buttons I have stashed in craft drawer. Learn how … Read More...
Tutorial: How to install magnetic snaps
Magnetic snaps
are a handy closure for purses and wallets. They’re easy to work and they’re invisible from the front. They also happen to be inexpensive to buy and simple to install, requiring no special tools. Anna from Noodlehead shows … Read More...
Striped Luminaries
Make these lovely luminaries using spray paint, glass vases and twine. Check out how at 52 Projects.
Tutorial: Ruffle bum diaper covers
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make these adorable ruffle bum baby diaper covers. The tutorial is part of her Gingham Style series. They’re actually a variation on a previously published ruffled diaper cover. Her original design … Read More...
Tutorial: Toddler’s peek-a-boo back summer top
Ashley from Cherished Bliss shares a tutorial for making a toddler’s summer top with a peek-a-boo back. The front is gathered on to a plain sleeveless bodice. Go to her blog for the how-to.
[photo from Cherished Bliss]