I love a pattern that looks deliberately scrappy, because that feels like an invitation to use stash even though it was written to use whole skeins of yarn.
Peach Fuzz from Melanie Berg uses color blocking on the body and … Read More...
How to Make a Quilt in an Hour
Everyone loves time savers these days, even quilters. That is why this idea from See Kate Sew is terrific. In this tutorial she makes her own fabric ahead of time. Brilliant!
The article tells you exactly how to get the … Read More...
Vintage Fanny Sweaters to Knit
Fanny Sweaters to Knit by Nancy Dent Fanny Sweaters are back in this re-release of the first 50 leaflets Leisure Arts’ ever published. For our 50th Anniversary, we are bringing back the Fanny Sweater design by Nancy Dent, and let’s… Read More...
Strawberry Basket Shaker Card
How “sweet” is this Strawberry Basket Card from Carly? This yummy design has so much movement, not only becuase it’s a shaker card but also because of how she placed her berries. Notice how some are inside the shaker and … Read More...
Bucket Hat – Free Sewing Pattern with 5 Sizes
Sew a bucket hat using a free pattern from AppleGreen Cottage! A bucket hat is easy to sew and great to wear on sunny summer days. The soft fabric hat is easily folded so you can tuck into a tote … Read More...
Up Your Desk Appeal with This Mail Sorter
Who doesn’t feel good after turning trash into treasure? Upcycle a useless phone book (or other old paperback otherwise destined for the recycling bin) into a stylish, useful desk accessory. This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to make a Phone … Read More...
Rainbow “Dog Mom” Layout
Check out the amazing background on this “Dog Mom” Layout from Brianna. She used a rainbow of ink spray colors on one diagonal section of a white cardstock panel then die cut an intricate design of paws and hearts, popping … Read More...
How to make a recycled scarf top
I recently was given a beautiful scarf but I don’t really wear scarves. Well, what’s a recycled crafter to do? Alter it to make something I would wear like this cute top. Pop on over to the blog Trash to … Read More...
Knitting Patterns to Celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee
Updated: With the Passing of Queen Elizabeth, we have republished this post, in loving Memory of the Queen. These Royal family and Queen Elizabeth knitting patterns are a great way to honor the queen in her loving memory.
Here is … Read More...
Rainbow Heart Cross Stitch Pattern
June is Pride month, so we might as well kick it off with a lovely rainbow design, right?
This rainbow heart would be great to stitch to make a pin or patch to wear at a Pride event, or just … Read More...
How to Do the Alternating Beaded Chain Stitch
You can always count on Mary Corbet’s Needle ‘n Thread blog to bring us wonderful stitch tutorials. This one on the Alternating Beaded Chain Stitch is no exception.
In this article you will find step by step photos and instructions … Read More...
10 DIY Apple Scented Candles You Can Make At Home
This roundup of candles is all about apples, not the fresh kind but the waxy kind. These candle-making tutorials all feature either apples or apple scents, from apple pie to apple spice. Apple Spice candles are one of the top-selling … Read More...
50+ Oh La La Paris Party Ideas For Kids and Adults
This roundup is all about the Oh La La of Paris, If you haven’t been to Paris then this is the next best thing. Paris or french themed parties, dinner parties, and bridal showers are trending right now. I think … Read More...
Father’s Day BBQ Apron Box Card
This cool 3D apron shaped card/box is perfect to create and give to the grill master for Father’s Day this year. Using dies from Lori Whitlock this box has room to slip in a gift card or small present. You … Read More...
Pillowcase with Ties DIY Sewing Tutorial
Give a quick update to some pillows in your house with these DIY pillowcases with ties. The ties are a pretty detail that also keep your pillow form from sliding out the side. Head over to I Can Sew This… Read More...
American Patriotic Layout for the 4th of July
This wonderful Red, White and Blue Patriotic America Layout from Andrea is perfect for Fourth of July, Flag Day or even Memorial Day photos. Along the bottom half of the page she stitched down strips of pattern papers adding a … Read More...
10 Ocean Themed Kids Crafts
Welcome to a world of ocean-themed creativity! These 10 ocean-themed crafts for kids are perfect for summertime fun or as an educational activity to learn about the ocean and its inhabitants. Not only will these crafts keep children entertained, but … Read More...
Leaf Lace Cardigan Knitting Pattern
Craft Gossip recently released a baby knitting pattern book, and while it’s not nice to pick favorites when it comes to patterns, I have to say my favorite pattern in the book is probably the leaf lace cardigan.
So many … Read More...
Make a Solar Oven from a Cardboard Box
I’m pretty sure I’ve shared a solar oven project before, but it’s worth repeating because this is such a fun and easy science lesson for kids when it’s hot outside.
The Craft Train made theirs with a shallow cardbord box … Read More...
Free Arrows Modern Quilt Pattern
This fun and modern quilt pattern from Happy Quilting Melissa is just the design you want to show off some of your favorite fabrics. A different fabric is highlighted in each arrow. What fun!
Make it for a child like … Read More...