Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to add elbow patches to a little boy’s long-sleeved tee. You could also do this to a jacket or sweater. It’s a quick project, requiring just a little bit of handstitching to attach … Read More...
Tutorial: Peplum top refashioned from a boxy blouse
Merrick from Merricks Art shows how she refashioned a large, boxy blouse into a trendy peplum top with a slimmer fit. The original blouse was loose enough to just slip over the head, but the more fitted peplum version has … Read More...
Tutorial: Valentine appliqued kitchen towel
Heather fromThe Sewing Loftshows how to add a pretty Valentine’s applique to a kitchen towel. Go to her blog for the how-to.
[photo from The Sewing Loft]
Check out these sewing books for sewing valentines day projects… Read More...
Tutorial: Cube pincushion
Vicki from Quilt Lodge shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs’ Cutting Corners College showing how to make this pincushion cube. Cute!! It has a small pocket on one side, plus a loop to hold a pair of scissors … Read More...
Stitch Up an Oasis
Head out to the oasis and create a unique scene with Brigitte Dadaux. This lovely chart will make a great addition to any decor. Get the free chart.
Tip: What to Do With Large Cards
Have you ever made a card and just piled on the embellishments (it’s so easy to do) or maybe made a card way too large to fit into any envelope you’ve got in your craft drawer? Goodness knows I end … Read More...
Simple Elegance
Headbands are so popular now. Everyone from babies to grannies are wearing them. I see teen girls with pony tails wearing headbands too!
I really like this one. It’s so simple – yet subtly elegant. It’ll work up in … Read More...
Rosebud Fairy Lights – Just Crafty Enough
I admit, I don’t know who decided fairy lights were a thing. I do know, I’d like to hug them. Especially after seeing so many fabulous projects using fairy lights! Like these fantastic rosebud fairy lights thought up by Just … Read More...
Win a subscription to Bustle & Sew
Here’s an awesome announcement from Helen of Bustle & Sew:
… Read More...Bustle & Sew Magazine is two years old this month! And to celebrate I’m having a special birthday giveaway. The prize is a 12 month subscription to the Bustle &
Hands off my shears!
There was a time when I needed this note hanging over my sewing space to remind kids (and sometimes adults) not to borrow my good shears. Now I want to hang it in my studio just because it’s so pretty … Read More...
No-calorie cupcakes
These tasty little pincushions would be the perfect gift for a stitcher in your life. Imagine them in reds and pinks as valentine mini-gifts. The chicks at Star-Shaped and Shiny are sharing the pattern and tutorial. Check it out… Read More...
Free design from UT
Check out this offer from the Urban Threads e-newsletter:
… Read More...Can embroidery brighten your day? Here’s the answer, in the form of a flamingo-wielding gnome riding a unicorn. Craft up a big bunch of sunshine and rainbows with this design on
Tealight Lantern Goes Cordless
I have to admit, I don’t think I’m quite ambitious enough to remove a cord and make something battery operated myself. However, as you’ll see in the following tutorial, it’s really not that hard, especially with good step by step … Read More...
Easy Drum Shade Cover Up
Take a plain white drum shade and make it spectacular with a little fabric and adhesive spray. learn how to dress up your decor quickly and easily for very little out of pocket cash. Quick dress ups like this one … Read More...
Dollar store Snowflake Candle Wraps
Mod Podge Rocks shares an easy tutorial for turning a dollar store candle into a great home accessory for winter. Check out the tutorial.
Tutorial: Throw pillows with fringe trim
Sew4Home shows how to make throw pillows trimmed with thick fringe. Get the tute.
[photo from Sew4Home]
Free pattern: Color block high-low tunic top for girls
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for making her Fallen Top for little girls. It gets its name from the falling triangles she embroidered down the front. It buttons up the back and has a color block … Read More...
Idea file: Doll skirt tutorial inspires a child’s Valentine’s outfit
I’ve been known to use tutorials for little girl outfits to make cool clothes for my daughter’s 18″ doll. Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs did the opposite. She was inspired by a tutorial for making a doll skirt, but … Read More...
Rustic Barn Wood Love Sign
Looking for something rustic and charming to decorate for Valentine’s Day? Angie at Country Chic Cottage will share with you how to make this absolutely sweet sign with very few supplies. Head over to get the scoop — Rustic LOVE … Read More...
Mod Podged DIY Lazy Susan
The vintage looking labels drew me in to this project, but I love the idea of making your own lazy susan too. They are so handy in all parts of the house, including the craft room! You’ll need to make … Read More...