Cheryl from The Green Hedgehog and Sew Can Do wanted the look of an Anthropologie tee, but not the price tag that comes with it. She DIY’d her own and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Don’ worry, … Read More...
Felt Heart Monster Tutorial
I featured Nancy’s Ginger Bread house the host of “do small things with love” last week and touch on this delightful Heart Monster because I love it, so before we go from red to green; I want to wish … Read More...
Tutorial: Happy Kitty Ribbon Wands
I have been a crazy crafting lady lately, thanks to Michaels Craft it Forward promotion celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Week. They sent me a gift card to use to make a Random Act of Kindness. Thank you, Michaels!!… Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy ruffled fabric applique
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shows how to use strips of gathered fabric to applique a t-shirt. She used the strips to create a pretty heart motif. The edges of the fabric are left raw, so it’s a quick technique. Raid … Read More...
HOW TO MAKE FELT BALLS
Belinda Connelly of Fairy thread did a guest post on How to Make Felt Balls on “Home of homemade treasures” hosted by Yucenur. I love the way she mixed all the colors to make her felt ball. Belinda offers complete … Read More...
Doily Votives
Emily & Erick at Hello Home Blogge made these dramatic doily-covered votives for Valentine’s Day. They particular doilies they use make me think of a classy steampunk wedding – I think they’d be right at home on a funky restaurant … Read More...
Felting Book Winners!
We have two winners of Heart Felt Knits: commenters 27 and 41, better known as Rose and Redhedhels.
Rose says she’s a bit of a novice with felting, while Red says she intended her first ever fiber project to … Read More...
Coolest Ever Conversation Heart Cake
I declare this the coolest lookin’ Valentine’s Day cake ever. Ever! I just find it so striking. And inside is strawberry cake with cream cheese frosting, so yes, please. Find the recipe HERE at gimme some oven.
Super Quick and Easy Cake Toppers for Valentine’s Day
Need a super duper quick and easy way to dress up your cake tonight? I’m even typing about them super duper fast before my two month old loses it. Oh no, too late. Well… find the how-tos to dress up … Read More...
Lovely Freebie Chart
Here’s a freebie that is small enough to stitch today. And it is “Love-ly” and fun, especially if you love the specialty stitches like me. It will look great worked up in any color – white on white, in traditional … Read More...
Tutorial: Tuxedo & tulle toddler dress
Anshu fromBlooms and Bugs made this t-shirt dress as a Valentine’s outfit for her daughter. But because she went with a navy and white instead of the typical red and white color scheme, she can wear it all year. … Read More...
Happy Valentines Day
Wishing all of you a very happy Valentine’s day. I hope you are surrounded by love and joy!
This wonderful, simple balloon heart is the work of Kelly on Studio DIY. She is as enthusiastic about pink as we … Read More...
Tutorial: Sequin suspenders
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff used sequin trim to create a pair of fabulously sparkly suspenders for her daughter. She shares a tutorial showing how to make them. They’re cute with pants or a skirt. Go to her blog for … Read More...
Large Pallet Clock
Bev from Flamingo Toes turned old pallets into this beautiful jumbo wall clock using stencils. I’m a big fan of the rustic look, so this clock is right up my alley. The addition of the stencil adds sophistication to a … Read More...
Tutorial: Build an applique with ribbon and fusible webbing
This heart applique is actually made up of strips of ribbon. The Silhouette blog shows how do it using decorative ribbon and fusible webbing. As you’d expect, they used a Silhouette cutter to cut the applique shape from the ribbon-covered … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a toddler-sized backpack
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how to make a toddler-sized backpack that can go to preschool or Grandma’s house. It’s fully lined, with pockets on the inside for smaller items. The straps are adjustable, and there’s also a small … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew fringed heart pillow
Dana from BuenoVida shows how to make a fringed heart pillow, no sewing required. The sides are tied together instead. This would a fun project to make with your child! Get the tute.
[via Craftgawker]
[photo from BuenoVida]
Freebie: On-line Card Idea Magazine
Echo Park has a great free on-line magazine”Creative Cards” to download with 24 different card ideas, click here to download (you will need to check out through their system but it’s free)
-Heather
Looking for more Echo Park Supplies? Check … Read More...
Wire Wrapped Heart Bracelet
Melissa from “Artzy Creations,” recently posted a tutorial on how to make a super cute “Wire Wrapped Heart Bracelet.” Visit the link to find out how to make one for yourself, family, or friends!
Pipe Cleaner Heart Toppers
Clearly I need to spruce up my pipe cleaner supply. Here I’ve been holding on to the classic, boring, Kindergarten-versions when there were these glittery, pretty types out there. Find the how-tos to make a simple, heart, pipe cleaner topper … Read More...