Tan from Squirrelly Made used sequin trim to write a message on a plain t-shirt. She stitched the sequin trim down, but you could make it a no-sew version by gluing it down. (Just be sure to use a glue … Read More...
Tutorial: Coloring Stamped Images with Prismacolor Pencils
One of my favorite coloring mediums for my stamps are colored pencils from Prismacolor. They have loads of colors to choose from, they blend and shade really wonderfully with no “streaking” on their own but they also work nicely with … Read More...
On The Crochet Newsstand
This evening, I had a few minutes to browse through the magazines at Barnes and Noble. This is a rare occasion for me! I saw some crochet magazines I’d heard about but never seen. Simply Crochet magazine
was one I’d … Read More...
Cube 3D Printer for Home Use
Have you ever wished that a design you drew could just be printed into 3D? We’re not quite there in technology yet, but we’re getting closer, especially with tools like the Cube 3D Home Printer. The Cube takes computer … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked gloves
These color blocked gloves look like they came from a trendy-trendy store, but they’re actually a DIY from two pairs of inexpensive solid colored gloves. Stacie from Yellow Spool shows how to cut and resew them into one pair of … Read More...
Shamrock Brooch Freebie Tutorial
I did my holiday décor today taking down all the red and doing the green St. Pat’s thing. I even put up my flag from Ireland although I only have a tad bit of Irish in my heritage. Jenny hosts … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl mod A-line with a neck tie stripe
Oh, I’m loving this little girl mod A-line dress by Simple Simon & Co. ! Look closely. That center stripe is actually a man’s neck tie. They share a tutorial showing how you can make one. Go to Simple Simon … Read More...
Tutorial: Tattoo style heart applique
Nicole from Improv Diary, and co-author of Improv Sewing, shows a heart applique that’s cool year round. The design is inspired by the classic “mom” heart tattoo motif. I’m loving the way she made the fabric banner stitched … Read More...
Technique: “Messy” Embossing
This “messy” embossing look is absolutely perfect for a rough and tumble boys card. Jessica Witty shows how to mix different embossing powders and also stamp into them for this far out look.
-Heather
Bridal Hairstyles: Braided Updos
I’ve spotted braided hairstyles for brides more and more lately. I love the soft, romantic feel they add to a bride’s style, and these updos featured at Belle & Chic are especially pretty. Get 8 tutorials for braided updos by … Read More...
Bottle Cap Candles
Draft Magazine has a tutorial up for how to turn your stash of beer caps into tiny candles. All you need are some basic candle supplies and a microwave (no double boiler!).
Painted Get Well Cookies
According to the Victorian-era “Language of Flowers,” the Eglantine Rose means “a wound to heal.” I made these painted, decorated cookies for a friend who recently had surgery. Find the how-tos to make get well cookies HERE at the decorated … Read More...
Gumbo Cupcakes for Mardi Gras
That’s what Mardi Gras needs, a signature cupcake. And the Gumbo Mardi Gras cupcake must be it. Yeah, that’s a savory cupcake under that shrimp, though it looks sweet as can be. Find the recipe HERE at Cupcake Project.
How to bling up a jacket
Got a jacket from back in the day that is just screamin’ for a new wild look? Check out the tutorial over at Studs and Buttonholes on how to new sew redo an old jacket with some big rhinestones.
Silhouette Cookie Tutorial
These silhouette cookies are just stunning in their perfection, aren’t they? You can make some, too, you know. Find the step-by-step tutorial to decorate silhouette cookies HERE at Sweetopia.
Sewing Tutorial: Shape hugging maxi dress
When I think of a maxi dress, I think of a dress with a long gathered skirt. Liz from Cotton & Curls shows how to make a more shape hugging version of the maxi dress. The silhouette is long and … Read More...
Free pattern: Hooded sweatshirt outfit for dolly
Amanda from Double Stitching guest blogs in the Dressing Up Dolly series at Nap Time Crafters with a free pattern and tutorial for making a sweatshirt outfit for a 12″ doll. The outfit includes a hoodie shirt and a pair … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a baby car mirror for just $1
Allie from Freshly Completed made this baby view mirror for her car for just $1 in supplies. The dollar bought the mirror, and she raided her fabric & notions stash for the rest. She shares a tutorial showing how she … Read More...
Subscribe to Rowan for a Chance to Win Yarn for a Year
I love Rowan yarns and their patterns are exquisite, but I’ve never been a huge Rowanette and have never subscribed to their magazine. But right now they have a contest going on that might sweeten the pot for anyone on … Read More...
Tutorial: Leather and lace cell phone case
Anna from Plan B shows how she made this lovely little cell phone pouch. It’s made from leather, covered in a brightly colored lace. It hangs from chain straps. LOVE!! Go to her tutorial.
[photo from Plan B]