Maureen Oliveto’s invention will make tying knots in your bead work more precise and faster, too. Take a look at her video tutorial and see just how simple it is to use the Easy Knotter! Creating jewelry with evenly … Read More...
Simple Statement Necklace
I love when beautiful jewelry is easy to make, too. Margo is sharing her tutorial for this simple yet beautifully designed necklace along with a variation. Margo’s tutorial has lots of pictures that make it really easy to follow, too. … Read More...
Tutorial: Woven band neckline
Mira from Sewing The Littleheart Collection shows how she made the woven neckline detail on a long-sleeved shirt for her daughter. A band of contrasting fabric is woven in and out of slits around the neck. The back is faced … Read More...
MaeMaeMills giveaway!
Today is the last day to enter the giveaway at Bead Ruckus for a $25 gift certificate to MaeMaeMills.com! Megan’s new online store is stocked with cute, girlie jewelry all handmade by Megan. She says, if you love “girlie, … Read More...
Free pattern: Owl, puppy, bug, bunny, frog, and monkey Halloween hats
An owl, a puppy, a bug, a bunny, a frog, and a monkey – you can make all of these hats using the free Halloween Hat Pack from Fleece Fun. The pattern comes in sizes for baby, child, and … Read More...
Fun Halloween Accessory
Take a look at Divya’s pumpkin necklace with a pretty bat focal! She’s sharing how she made this charming Halloween accessory at the Jewels of Sayuri.
Looking for more Halloween themed Earrings? Check these out on Etsy.
Project: Witches Hat Party Favor
These little paper witches hat are simply adorable! And there’s even a surprise inside, a piece of candy! Find out how to make these cute party favors using A Muse Studio stamps and cardstocks over at the eighteen25 blog.… Read More...
House and Home Sampler
I always love the unique samplers from Feathers in the Nest and this one does not disappoint either! It’s about two of my favorite topics – House and Home. Yes, they are two separate things. Check out the free project.
Giveaway; winner! 15 Halloween muslin drawstring bags with felt appliqués
I am pleased to announce that Judith R lucky #1 is the winner of this Halloween giveaway. I think these are the cutest bags and Judith is lucky to be getting them, congratulations! I want to thanks Teresa’s of “Hobble … Read More...
Tutorial: Getting a true quarter inch seam allowance
Crucial to good results in quilting is sewing an accurate 1/4 inch seam allowance. Deborah of Connecting Threads shows you how to mark your stitch plate and then test your efforts. Get the know-how.
Image credit: Connecting Threads
Giveaway: The Sweetest Thing Rolie Polie of precut fabric strips
Maureen Cracknell Handmade hosts a giveaway for Fat Quarter Shop, with a Rolie Polie of The Sweetest Thing by Zoe Pearn Designs for Riley Blake Designs to give away to one of her readers. (A Rolie Polie is a … Read More...
Free design from Urban Threads
Here’s an awesome, timely freebie from Urban Threads! The UT e-newsletter says,
… Read More...Show off your skills as a vampire hunter when you machine embroider your own in-the-hoop patch! Available in hand embroidery and stock art versions too — free
Tutorial: Off-the-shoulder cowl sweater refashioned from two turtlenecks
Tamara from Etcetorize shows how to refashion two plain turtleneck sweaters into one fabulous off-the-shoulder sweater. The bottom of one sweater becomes a wide cowl neck on the other. She found identical sweaters on clearance, but you could use two … Read More...
Tutorial: Brave Princess Merida yarn wig and quiver belt
Cheryl from Sew Can Do recently showed how she made a Princess Merida dress so her young daughter could dress up as the princess from the movie Brave for Halloween. Now she’s showing how she made the quiver belt and … Read More...
Tutorial: Sunny side up egg pincushion
Surayya from Blissful Sewing shows how she made this fun pincushion. It’s a fried egg, sunny side up. Get the tute.
[photo from Blissful Sewing]
Tutorial: Little Red Riding Hood’s Granny costume
Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make the final costume in her Little Red Riding Hood theme. She dressed her little girl to be the granny from the fairy tale. Her tutorial includes how to make … Read More...
Freebie: Halloween Banner
Perfect for a fireplace, front door or window designer Claudine Hellmuth has an adorable printable banner to download for free. Click here to snag it.
Are you looking for more Halloween Embellishments, papers, and supplies? Check out these printable … Read More...
Clay and Tea
On a whim, tea and polymer clay:
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| Upcycled Tea Pot by OneDancingCrow | Bubble Tea Necklace by PumpkinPye |
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| Mini Tea Set Tutorial by MegNewberg | Lemon Tea Earrings by GiraffesKiss |
Virtual Kids Book Club- Amy Krouse Rosenthal- Crafts and Activites
This month’s featured author is an amazing one, Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Any book you check out from the library of hers will not disappoint you. You can get so many inspiring ideas by heading over to the Virtual Kids Book … Read More...
DIY Spider Web Lacing Cards
How fun is this idea?!? I love the fact that is will help with your child’s coordination and dexterity while also giving them a sense that they are just celebrating Halloween! This craft also includes my favorite type of craft.. … Read More...