Know Thy Machine is a blog hop hosted by Shruti of 3 Woodhouse Road. Ever wonder which machine(s) sewers use and why they picked them? Shruti invited the following bloggers to participate in the Q and A (eight questions … Read More...
Scout quilt pattern
Allison of Cluck Cluck Sew said her Scout quilt design reminds her of a bow and arrow. It does! With simple strip piecing construction, this quilt would make up quickly. Right now she’s offering a 20% discount on the pattern. … Read More...
How to Crackle Over Patterned Paper
It’s a bit late in the season to be worrying about flower pot designs, but it’s actually the technique that I wanted to show you here. There’s a new product on the market that allows you to create a crackled … Read More...
Tutorial: Halloween felt earring DIY
Our friend Linda, from Italy hosts “pane amore e creativita” has a sweet Halloween earring tutorial. Linda was at a fair in Vicenza and she discovered a new fantasy felt, there were all types, but she was impressed by … Read More...
Halloween Rapunzel braid hair clip
Abigail the host of “Lovin’ Our Chaos” made this darling Halloween costume for her little girl and is sharing it with us for a quick and simple DIY project, perfect for the last minute! Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your golden … Read More...
Inspiration: Halloween Panorama
People’s creativity never ceases to amaze me! This amazing Witchy Panorama from Dena’s Stamping Corner just knocked my Halloween socks off! See more here on her blog.
-Heather
Are you looking for more Halloween Embellishments, papers, and supplies? … Read More...
MusiBatty Interview and Giveaway – Art, Like Bread
The wonderful blog, Art, Like Bread is running a giveaway featuring a beautiful piece of jewelry from the very talented indie artist MusiBatty! Not only will one person win something truly gorgeous, but everyone can read this interview and … Read More...
Scarecrow Cross Stitch Chart
Fall is a time for pumpkins and such things as that and scarecrows fit right in there. This freebie from Frimousse is perfect for the season. Check out the free project.
Looking for more Fall-themed Cross-stitch patterns and charts? Check … Read More...
Pumpkin Pinch Pots
A little family of these adorable Pumpkin Pinch Pots would be so pretty on a mantle or table in honor of Halloween! Kids will have so much fun making their own pumpkin and then creating the fun face!! You can … Read More...
Pumpkin Theme {Lesson Plan}
Looking for a great theme unit to do this week in honor of Halloween or Fall? Look no further than The Nature of Grace’s pumpkin theme! She has more projects and lessons in this unit than you can imagine, … Read More...
Bunny and Cat Mask
Need a quick printable costume for your kids? These are fun, simple and easy to make… you can find the tutorial over at petit a petit & family.
Pumpkin Tie Dye Shirt
This is a fun craft that your kids can wear to school this week! Check out the tutorial over at We Made That!
Looking for Tie Dye kits? Our prefered bran is Tulip Tye Dye kits
with strong vibrant colours … Read More...
Tutorial: Reversible crib bumpers
Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop and Nap Time Crafters shows how to make a set of bumpers for a crib. Instead of making it one long piece, she breaks into 6 separate panels. They have a fun chevron pattern on … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled bolero sweater refashion
Trish from Two Peas in a Pod refashioned a couple of sweaters into this cute ruffled bolero for her daughter. One sweater became the body of the bolero, and the other was used to make contrast ruffles. She shares a … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a blind hem on your sewing machine
A blind hem creates an almost invisible hem on a skirt or trouser legs. Katy from No Big Dill shows how you can create a blind hem on your sewing machine. Most sewing machines come with the blind hem foot … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s Lolita style dress
Kataryna from Chibi Designs and Sew Chibi tells how she made the dress that is part of her daughter’s Gothic Lolita Witch costume. It’s a modification of a basic peasant dress pattern. Her how-to tells how to make the modifications … Read More...
Tutorial: Off the shoulder cropped tee with studs, no sewing required
Wobisobi shows how to make an off the shoulder, cropped tee with metal stud embellishments, no sewing required. She starts with a plain t-shirt, and then cuts and studs it up awesome. Get the tute.
[photo from Wobisobi]
Burlap Fall Napkin Rings
Use polymer clay and burlap to create this pretty addition to your Thanksgiving tablescape. The holidays wouldn’t be complete without a beautiful table setting! See it at Crafts unleashed here — Fall napkin rings idea.
Project: Halloween Candle
Use pattern papers, ribbons and stamps to make a fun and easy Halloween candle. It’s a perfect addition for the middle of a party table! Find directions over on the Gel-a-tins stamps blog.
-Heather
Are you looking for … Read More...
Clever Crocheted Accessories
Are you a fan of Brett Bara? Have you seen her as the host of Knit and Crochet Now! on TV? I love that show! Now, she’s gathered 25 quick projects into one book for all of us to have … Read More...