If you like making BIG decorations I bet you will love working with Duct tape. Check out how easy it is to upcycle a plain shower curtain with a roll of Pucker Up Scotch Duct tape and Jet black … Read More...
How to Make a Halloween Felt Bat Appliqué Pillow
This tutorial for Felt Bat Appliqué Pillow is on the HGTV site although the actual project creator hosts “Mustard Seed Interiors”! Over the past ten years, Marian, aka “Miss Mustard Seed” has transformed blank walls, thrift store finds, … Read More...
Tutorial: Hexie floor pillow
Terri at Sewfantastic shows how she made a 42″ x 42″ rainbow hexie floor pillow saying she got the inspiration for it from her four-year old daughter. The hexagons are 2 inch in size making the project go together quickly. … Read More...
Free Pattern: Tablet Cozy by Kristin Nicholas
Let’s face it: your tablet computer does not know or care if it is cold outside. It probably doesn’t really need a cozy. But this is not about what your tech needs; it’s about what you want.
And if you … Read More...
Newsy: Love and visit your LQS event
A trip to my local quilt shop is a treat I never take for granted. I can list here some I used to visit but cannot now because they closed their doors: Idle Hours, Stitches, Squash Blossoms and Just for … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked little boy pants
I’m loving these color blocked little boy pants that Blue Eyed Freckle made! They’re made from a pair of solid color pants, plus some contrasting fabric in a similar weight. It’s a cute look for little boys, but it’s also … Read More...
Tutorial: Monster claw gloves for a Halloween costume
Caroline from Salsa Pie shares a tutorial over at The Southern Institute showing how to turn a pair of gloves into… CLAWS!!! Don’t worry – the sharp claws are actually just triangles of felt so no one will get hurt. … Read More...
Tutorial: Tulle layering pettiskirt that peeks at the hem
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to make a tulle pettiskirt to give extra shaping to a full skirt or dress. She made hers a little longer than the skirt so it will peek out the bottom. It’s a … Read More...
Video: Applique on an embroidery machine
You might think that an embroidery machine can only do embroidery motifs. But it can also do applique. It takes a few additional steps to add and then stitch around the fabric applique. Prudent Baby posts a video showing the … Read More...
Free pattern: Everyday Tee
Jen from iCandy Handmade shares the pattern for her Everyday Tee. This is such a versatile wardrobe piece! The pattern is for a women’s size medium. If you need a larger or smaller size, you can draft your own using … Read More...
Freebie: Christmas Puppy Digi
Get a jump on making your holiday cards with this adorable free digital puppy stamp image from Sliekje Digi Stamps.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps? Check out the digital stamps at Design Bundle
If You Liked Those Earrings…….
Then you’ll love this nifty bracelet from the same crafty crocheter. This must be the simplest crochet project ever! You’ll have one worked up in no time. If you don’t have an old bracelet to crochet over, try some … Read More...
DIY: Fabric Covered Makeup Brushes
Can you say fast and cute gift, particularly in a hand sewn makeup pouch? Jillee from One Good Thing shows us how to take boring brushes to the next level here. And it’s easy!
Cheese n’ Grapes on a Stick
Everything IS better on a stick. Sheesh, after 5,000 some posts, I repeat myself way too frequently. I realize this, but it’s just a simple truth. Look, see? Easy grapes n’ cheese are way better on a stick. These would … Read More...
Pirate Bento Box Ideas
Dang, so I missed Talk Like a Pirate Day. I think every year I miss it by one day. Maybe they should have a Pirate Week. But for all ye’ pirate fans the rest of the year, make a treasure … Read More...
On My Cookbook Wish List: Goûters Rigolos
I have to agree with Handmade Charlotte on this one, as I, too, am floored by these images of little sweets for children from a new cookbook, Goûters Rigolos
, by Aline Caron of My Little Fabric. See more from … Read More...
S’mores Haunted House
Remember that huge box of marshmallows I got from Jet-Puffed? Well, Jill of Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons got one, too. She went even more spooky and vertical. See the S’mores haunted house HERE at Kitchen Fun with … Read More...
Ladybug Cake
Polka dots, polka dots, everywhere polka dots, even inside the cake. Lovin’ this ladybug cake for a ladybug lovin’ kid. Find tips on making it HERE at Finding Pins and Needles.
Freebie | Printable Love Stickers
I love printables, don’t you? Up this time is this sheet of free printable stickers with many ways to say “I Love You”. These come compliments of Emily Chapple. She also shows you some ways that she uses … Read More...
50 Best Bird Wedding Ideas
{Image via Waterbirds}
I keep reading everywhere that birds are one of the top trends for weddings in 2013! Emmaline Bride shares 50 fab ideas for bird-themed weddings here and here. Prepare to be inspired!