Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curl shows how to make a pencil skirt out of stretch knit fabric. Not only is it easy to sew, but the foldover waistband gives you the choice of wearing it long or short. Wear … Read More...
Free pattern: Skinny cords for toddlers
Jessica from Running With Scissors got so many comments about the toddler skinny cords she made that she went and created a free pattern for us. The have curved patch pockets on the front, and a faux fly (but with … Read More...
Marshmallow Witch Pops
I’ve seen (and made) so so so many variations of marshmallows, lollipop sticks, sprinkles and candy melts, I’m always amazed that you creative folks still keep coming up with more! Ideas are never exhausted it seems. Find the … Read More...
Tutorial: Jack-O-Lantern seat sack
Beckie from Infarrantly Creative guest blogs at Eighteen25 with a tutorial showing how to make this Jack-O-Lantern treat sack that hangs on the back of a chair. She’ll use the ones she made to hold sweets and treats in the … Read More...
Apple Cake with Fork-Decorated Frosting
Have I mentioned how I love Fall? Oh right, about 1 jillion times. But I love Fall. Apples and cinnamon and nutmeg… And making everything look rustic. Not sure precisely why “rustic” and “Fall” are connected, but I am happy … Read More...
Hamburger Cupcakes
I know I’ve posted on hamburger cupcakes before, I’m sure of it, but given these look so yummy, are so awesome, and conceived by a 12-year old (woah, flashback to me at 12, I’d have made the same demands), how … Read More...
Tutorial and template: Dog applique
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shares a tutorial and template for this cute dog applique that she added to her daughter’s shirt. Awww… he’s looking up at you and wagging his tail! How can you resist? Get the tutorial and template… Read More...
Tutorial: Multicolor Doily
Crafts By: Ready Set Love has a fun tutorial for making a bright and colorful doilywith a trendy chevron pattern using embossing resist and watercolor techniques. What a great background for a card or scrapbook layout! Find direction here on … Read More...
Tutorial: Carved Bear
One of the projects I got to do at my Christi Friesen class was a carved and articulated piece – we used ribbon or wire for our joints – made from Sculpey Ultralight. Sculpey has a video tutorial by Christi … Read More...
Craft Themed Humor Pins – SmirkingGoddess
Looking for the perfect humorous gift for the crafter in your life? Check out SmirkingGoddess Etsy store, where you can pick up craft and other themed pins for the quirky crafter in your life. Like this one featuring a … Read More...
Yarn-Wrapped Bangles
Imagine the possibilities from this creative idea! Coordinate colors and these bangles made by Jen and Shannon at Eat Sleep Make are the perfect way to finish your perfect ensemble!
Tutorial: How to clean and oil your sewing machine
To keep your machine happy and running smoothly, you need to give it a good cleaning and oiling every now and then. If you’ve neve done it before, Ashley from Make It and Love It tells you what to do. … Read More...
Turn a doodle into an embroidery pattern
Rachael Gander‘s guest post on Fiskateers is a simple how-to for turning drawings and doodles into embroidery patterns. It’s a perfect project for kiddos, she says, or for learning to embroider. Check it out.
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A family portrait in stitch
Leonie of Stitching with Attitude shares photos and the backstory of Trinity, an exceptional crazy quilt that documents and celebrates three generations of women in her family. Her choices and techniques for the composition are lovely; but even if you’re … Read More...
Technique: Encrusted Jewel Embossing
Hop on over to the Michel’s website and Fran (from the Frantic Stamper) will show you her cool Encrusted Jewel technique. By adding little bits and bobs into embossing powder she creates wonderful sparkly backgrounds!
-Heather
Sewing Tuesday: Stranded stuffie felt starfish Tutorial
Holly the host of “holloughby” was walking her dog on the beach in the UK when she came across a large deceased Starfish. She felt sad and hoped the Starfish died of old age and left behind many other grandchildren … Read More...
New: SewFlapdoodle embroidery designs
Bustle & Sew has added a new line of hand-embroidery patterns, SewFlapdoodle. The site says,
… Read More...SewFlapdoodle is a new collection of easy-stitch designs, ideal for newbies or for the more experienced stitcher who wants a quick “make”.
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Tutorial: Temari basics
Wilma of Empress Wu Designs covers the basics of temari. If you’re interested in trying your hand at this beautiful, traditional Japanese craft, be sure to see her tutorial.
DIY: Homemade “Petroleum Jelly” (Bee Balm!)
If ever there was an antidote to the shorter days of fall, this fabulous looking bee balm is it. Use this instead of petroleum jelly, and you’ll find the uses are endless! Madeleine from NZ Ecochick shares her secrets here… Read More...
Tutorial: Paint Chip Placemats
Now, Emily from Crazy Old Ladies Quilts shares a clever twist on the paint chip crafting craze with a placemat made to look like a paint chip. How cool is that! She uses ombre fabric to get the gradients without … Read More...