Violet said, “Mommy, I want to make something.” And she had clear ideas about what she wanted to make. So Jane of Buzzmills supported her wee one in embroidering and constructing a beautiful, snuggly pillow of her very own. See … Read More...
Sarah Terry’s show opens September 8
Sarah Terry of Guerilla Embroidery will have her first solo gallery show, Surface Tension, in the UK beginning September 8. Get all the details from her blog post. If you live close enough to attend the exhibit, I envy … Read More...
It’s My Birthday, Knit a Cake!
This is a pretty funny pattern but since it actually is my birthday I couldn’t help but share this knit cake pattern I devised a few years ago.
You could make one for any occasion, and it’s actually a good … Read More...
Inspiration: Nicki Lee
Nicki Lee‘s May block for the Crazy-Quilt Journal Project just takes my breath away. The colors. Those gorgeous embroidered blossoms. The delicate, colorful lace (Nicki’s trademark). The perfect beaded touches. Go to her Raviolee Dreams blog post. You’ll … Read More...
Tips for an effortless Labor Day party
Labor Day is almost here. In the U.S., Labor Day creates a three-day weekend marking the passing of summer. It is a holiday to rest and relax with family and friends. Given the nature of the holiday, any party should … Read More...
Tutorial: Thread-sketched basket
Deborah Schlegel of Art Threads shows us how to make a pretty thread-sketched basket from a fat quarter of fabric. See her tute.
Make Your Own Nut Milk
Did you know you can make your own nut milk? Put me in the camp that has never thought to do this. Find some tips on making your own and a collection of 5 recipes for nut milk HERE at … Read More...
How to make Felt Mushrooms & Ice Cream Cones; Patterns and tutorials
Who does not like ice cream cones and so many of us love the look of wild funguses like the Mushroom. Many of us have gone away from the traditional Christmas tree decorations and have theme tree such as … Read More...
Review and Giveaway: Stylish Dress Book by Yoshiko Tsukiori
Check out my review of Stylish Dress Book by Yoshiko Tsukiori. I’ve got three copies to the book to give away to some lucky readers, so be sure to read to the end and leave comment there to enter.
Terra Cotta Mosaic Pumpkin
Sharon from Crafts n Coffee shares some fabulous pictures of Kathleen’s mosaic pumpkin project she did for Styrofoam crafts. You can see some great close up shots here — Repurpose old pots and get the full tutorial on Styrofoam crafts … Read More...
Yarn Bomb Boring Outdoor Candles
Garden Therapy shares how to yarn bomb simple candles, rendering them super cute. See how they did it.
Brain Sprinkles
It’s important for every brain to have a daily dose of sprinkles. Plus, I love mason jars. Send kids back to school with some brain sprinkles HERE at Sweetology.
Book Review: PlyDesign: 73 Distinctive DIY Projects in Plywood (and other sheet goods)
If you like building furniture or it’s on your “to do” list PlyDesign: 73 Distinctive DIY Projects in Plywood (and other sheet goods) is an awesome resource! The designs are modern and stylish and the tutorials with great patterns … Read More...
Free Pattern: School Scarf
If the students aren’t already back in school where you live I’m sure they will be soon, and there’s nothing better for football season (or whatever other sport you might watch while outside) than a scarf worked up in your … Read More...
Tutorial: Pretty Drawstring Pouch
These drawstring pouches are so pretty! The rounded bottom and the contrast casing are both nice detials. Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make them. You can make one out of … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage-y Elle handbag for little girls
Jessica from Running With Scissors shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for a vintage-y handbag for little girls. The shape reminds me of the purses my grandmother used to carry to church, but the size is just … Read More...
Exclusive Tutorial: Carmen De La Paz outdoor furniture makeover
We are fortunate enough to have an exclusive tutorial by HGTV’s Carmen De La Paz. He has created this unique project idea to reinvent standard outdoor patio furniture using a simple color blocking technique. See the before and after shots:… Read More...
Tutorial: Scalloped cut off jeans
Zoe from So, Zo, What Do You Know? cut off some jeans to shorts and gave them a scalloped edge. Stitching will help keep the scallops from fraying, and she shares tutorial showing what to do. Get the tute.… Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered pillow cover in just 3 steps
Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop and Nap Time Crafters shows how you can make a simple zippered throw pillow cover in just three steps. It’s a quick and inexpensive way to breathe some new color into a room. Get the … Read More...
Freebie: Swing Card Template
You can download a printable or SVG cutting file for free from My Grafico to make a cool swing card. Click here to download.
-Heather