There is nothing better than a child walking proudly down their neighborhood street collecting candy because they made their own trick or treat bag. Here’s a great idea on how they can do that from It’s Overflowing.
Tutorial: Take in a pants waistband
If you’re in a hurry, you can quickly take in the waistband on a pair of pants by just taking a tiny little pinch in off the side – through the waistband and all. It’ll do the job in a … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Quilt Jane’s skull pillow a spooky gift For Halloween
Jane of Quilt Jane made this pillow for her friend, Mary, who is known to love decorating for Halloween. Jane hand drew the scary skull and used it as the star of the pillow front. On the back, she quilted … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Fabric crowns for newborns, kids, and adults
Surayya from Blissful Sewing shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a fanciful fabric crown. She offers the pattern in sizes ranging from newborn to kids to adult. Embellish them up as much or as little as you like. Get … Read More...
Free pattern: Mini pirate or tricorn hat
Head over to Fleece Fun for the pattern and how-to for making this mini pirate or tricorn hat. The pattern is available in small, medium, and large sizes. (The large is still a mini hat, just 3.5 inches tall.) Get … Read More...
Spooky No-Sew Felt Cat Tablecloth DIY with cat pattern
This would make a fun table for Halloween. Kids and adults will love having their tasty Halloween treats at this scary table. This hair-raising tablecloth can be made in minutes with BHG’s scaredy-cat pattern, available below. Download BHG’s free … Read More...
Mix Your Own Metallic Nail Polish
There’s nothing I like better than nail polish that stands out…and if you mix your own that’s what you get! Get lots of tips and suggestions on mixing your own from Never Too Much Glitter.
Spread of Halloween Party Food and Treats
I promise I’m not just saying this because my zombie marshmallows lead the pack, though it helps. Find a fantastic round-up of creepy Halloween goodies, dinner, snacks and drinks HERE at eHow, including these monster munchies and goblin cheese … Read More...
Grab a cuppa: Collectible quilts at Ruby Lane
I’m amazed at how modern this c1860 Mosaic patchwork quilt looks, you? Maire McCleod offers it in her Ruby Lane shop for $985 USD. Grab a cuppa and join me as I browse all the quilts for sale right … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux belt little girl pants
Check out these cute pants that Shauna from Shwin & Shwin made for her little girl! The little bow belt at the waist is actually a faux belt, a strip of fabric sewn on to the front of the waistband. … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make El Luchador masks
Sabra from Sew A Straight Line guest blogs in the Handmade Costumes Series at The Train To Crazy with a tutorial showing how she made some el Luchador masks for her sons’ Halloween costumes. Get the how-to.
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Idea file: Sequin trim makes a plain dress chic
Lauren from Adventures of Lauren transformed a rather plain (and too big) thrifted dress into this chic little shift dress. The recut the shape of the dress using a purchased pattern as a guide, and then drew a large bow … Read More...
Project: Stamped Spooky Halloween Tag
The Artful Maven has directions on her blog for making this cool and creepy Halloween tag. She uses lots of different products and techniques. I especially love how she turned a white bird embellishment into a crow by coloring it … Read More...
Tutorial: Copy a pattern in embroidery
TeresaDownUnder of Sewn Up shares the process she followed to create embroidered pillowcases to match a duvet cover. Her bright idea would work in any situation where you want to match an existing pattern. Maybe a pretty purse with an … Read More...
Inspiration: Chris Gray
I’m loving these unique brooches by Chris Gray of Textile Butterfly — quilted, embroidered, beaded beauties. See more images at Chris’ blog post.
Halloween Quickie!
Want to whip up some cute Halloween items? If so, you’ll like the ideas and free patterns offered by Ann D”Angelo on her cute site, Wonderstrange. What a great name for Halloween crochet!
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Inspiration: Robyne Bunter
Yvette Stanton shares images and the story behind this amazing ship improvised in needlelace by Robyne Bunter. Go to Vetty’s post.
Free pattern: Martha’s Doodad Design #1
Martha Ess of Martha’s Tatting Blog is sharing her pattern for this beautiful “doodad,” created in response to a dare. Go to her blog post to grab it.
Tutorial: Fairy Tale Felt Flower
Construction of this pretty felt fantasy flower by Rachel of Lines Across is similar to a rolled rose. Find out how to make them from her tutorial.
Free embroidery patterns: Halloween
Mollie from Wild Olive is bringing back some adorable hand-embroidery patterns that were created specifically for her use by her dad! It’s amazing to see the creativity and talent that runs in families. We’re grateful to Mollie’s dad for creating … Read More...