Here’s a simple craft to get your kids in the Valentine’s Day spirit! These kids even got their dad to do the craft with them! All you need is some different colored foam sheets, and a few other materials you … Read More...
Film Roll Candle Rings
Learn how to make these clever little film foll candle rings over at Know and Tell Crafts. My favorite part? The light lets you see the negative images on the film.
Tutorial: Fabric tissue pouch
Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how to make a simple fabric pouch to hold your tissues. They’re quick to sew up and keep them from getting yucky in your purse. Go to her blog for the tutorial.… Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Fleece pajama pants with matching screenprinted t-shirt
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how to make a pair of fleece pajama pants, and a screenprinted t-shirt to match. Go to her tutorial.
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Sewing Tutorial: Pom pom t-shirt neckline
Mandi from Making Nice in the Midwest shows how to add pom poms – and an element of fun – to a plain t-shirt neckline. Go to her blog for the tute.
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Tutorial: Leather patch leggings
Jacklyn from Oh By Golly made a plain pair of leggings awesome by adding a couple of leather patches. Notice the asymmetrical placement. Love!! The leather patches were cut from a pair of boots that didn’t fit her. Go to … Read More...
Sewing Pattern : Sleep sack with feet
Ahna from Easier Than I Thought shows how she made a new sleep sack for her nephew. It has holes for his feet so he can walk around while in his warm sleep suit. She shares a tutorial showing how … Read More...
Technique: Selective Embossing
Ok, this is a super cool idea that I’ve got to try. Kristina Werner shows how to “selectively” emboss using a diffuser with your embossing templates, in other words only embossing certain areas so you can leave some parts smooth … Read More...
Gifts of Love
Clayful ways to show your love:
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| Cube Love Heart Necklace by monsterkookies | Love Necklace by ForestDaydream |
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| Stegosaurus Love Sculpture by MadeWithClayAndLove | Love Magnet by walkercrafts |
How to Make Felt & Silk Fabric Flowers for Home Decor
Twin sisters Kim and Kris hosts of “The Diy Dish” had “The Double-Take Challenge!” The idea was that each of them would have to come up with their own project that involved two things; “fabric flowers” they decided the fabric … Read More...
Freebie: Bear Digital Stamp
Birdie Brown has this super cute bear digital stamp to download for free, it’s only available this month though, so hurry and grab it while you can!
-Heather
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Epsom Salt Snowman Vase/Votive Holder
Transforming ordinary household items into festive and seasonal decorations is a fun and cost-effective way to add some holiday charm to your home. If you’re looking for a cute and easy DIY project that’s perfect for winter, then look no … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Add cut-in side pockets to a t-shirt
Lladybird joins the Stretch Yourself series on sewing with knits (hosted by Miriam of Mad Mim and Miranda of One Little Minute.), showing how to make adapt a basic t-shirt pattern to add cut-in side pockets. Go to her … Read More...
Tutorial: Add elbow patches to a little boy’s t-shirt
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.
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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...