I love this unique alphabet sampler from Embroiderbee. It has the alphabet on it and then it features an alphabet search portion. It would make a great pillow for a child or even a stand up framed piece. Then the … Read More...
{DIY Mini Chalkboard Wedding Favors} Tutorial & a Giveaway!
I’m giving away 100 mini chalkboards from my recent shopping spree at Consumer Crafts! Check out all the details and get a quick and easy tutorial for wedding favors/place cards at Serendipity Vintage Studio. Giveaway ends on Friday, February … Read More...
Tutorial: Hammer style leggings for little girls
I know, I know… people these days call them “harem” pants. But back in the day, they were Hammer Pants. Am I showing my age? Liz fromSimple Simon & Co. gets the name right in her blog post, where … Read More...
Tutorial: Crossover hoodie neckline
Check out the crossover neck on this hoodie sweatshirt Heather from Feather’s Flights made for her son. It’s a cool look that also seems like it would give good coverage to a neck to keep it warm. Go to her … Read More...
Monsters, Inc. Apples
OOh, something healthy! I mean mostly healthy. There’s an apple in there. And so perfect for the Monsters, Inc. fan. Make a Mike Wazowski apple HERE at Party Animal.
Valentine Ruffled Felt Heart Kissing Ball & Cup Cake DIY
Think of displaying these dramatic decorations on Valentine’s Day and getting rave reviews from your family and guests. The colors and ideas a so stunning and the projects are achievable even for new crafters. If you have been on the … Read More...
Tutorial: Monogrammed bag tag
Taylor Made shows how to make a monogrammed diaper bag tag. Not toting around a diaper bag these days? Make one for your purse or laptop bag, or your luggage, or maybe for your child to hang from her backpack. … Read More...
Technique: Tile Effect for Stamping
This tile technique is a great way to add some interest to a large stamp. By using a scoring board to scoring your paper before stamping you can get this interesting effect. Find more info on the Stamping and Scrapping … Read More...
Kids Show You How to Make Frozen Yogurt Pops
Just yesterday I was talking about the yogurt-turned-into-frozen-yogurt trend taking over the world. Well, watch three budding stars expertly walk you through this kid-friendly craft making yogurt heart pops HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
Party Plate
Here is a serving idea for a party that keeps everything WELL contained. And for sure, what ever you put in there will be “all tied up” ahead of time. This idea could be used for a party of any … Read More...
Interview with quilting teacher Betty Alofs
This is a quilt made by well-known quilt teacher Betty Alofs from her book, Quilt Your Favorite Photos. New to using photos in quilts? She’s the subject of an interview at Craft Foxes where she talks about incorporating them … Read More...
DIY a Ermanno Scervino Cardigan
Donatella from Inspiration and Realisation recently spied a men’s designer cardigan that she was sure she could knit, and she pulled it off splendidly. Her DIY Ermanno Scervino cardigan is very similar to the original and actually a pretty … Read More...
Tutorial: Drawstring bag makes an excellent first sewing project
If you’re wanting to learn to sew, or maybe you’re teaching someone to sew, a drawstring bag makes an excellent first project. They’re easy to sew and can be put to any number of purposes – holding toys, toiletris, even … Read More...
Make Your Own Version of a Kenneth Jay Lane Necklace
Allison at “The Quiet Lion” teaches us how to create our own knock-off version of Kenneth Jay Lane’s strawberry necklace. This gorgeous necklace can be made in a variety of stunning colors, plus it is a lot cheaper … Read More...
Tutorial: Take in a boxy sweatshirt with a zipper on the back
Liz from Cotton & Curls used a zipper insertion to remove extra width from a boxy sweatshirt. She didn’t actually cut the fabric, so the zipper just makes a big pleat in the back. I love this! It gives the … Read More...
Tutorial: Punk-inspired dripping pocket
Max from Max California shows how she created the dripping pocket for a t-shirt. Love!! The shirt was part of a punk rock-inspired outfit she made for her entry into the recent Boys’ Week challenge at Project Run and Play. … Read More...
Tutorial: Close a pillow (or softie) hole with an invisible ladder stitch
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make a close a pillow opening with a handstitch that’s virtually invisible. It’s called a ladder stitch. It’s also often used when closing up stuffing holes on a softie. Go to her blog … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew Valentine’s sweater with an edge
Cathy from Trinkets in Bloom shows how to create a no-sew Valentine’s sweater that’s got an edge. She created a giant heart shape out of safety pins. Technically, there is some sewing involved with the handstitched “XO” at the bottom, … Read More...
Taking a Moment to Introduce Myself
Hi everyone, I want to take a moment to introduce myself. My name is Mardi Robyn and I will be your new jewelry making editor. I grew up in South Alabama, and currently live in Mount Olive, Mississippi. I am … Read More...
Freebie: SVG Cut Files
I recently found a fun SVG cut file company called Miss Kate Cuttables. They have fun files for using with your electronic die cutting machines available in SVG, JPG and PNG formats with great prices ranging from just .50- … Read More...