Terra from Mama Says Sew shows how to make her version of a big bow clutch. The design was inspired by the bow clutches that she has seen other people make, but her version has a fold over flap and … Read More...
Tutorial: Wide-Open Zipper Pencil Case
Joann from Craft Passion shows how to make a zippered pencil pouch with a zipper that wraps around three of the four sides, making it easy to find what you need. Contrast piping makes the edges pop. Get the how-to… Read More...
Tutorial: Gathered shoulder tee refashion
Crafty Stacishares a tutorial on her blog showing how to refashion a basic tee into one with wide arm holes and gathered sleeves. Check out how she cuts the short sleeves so she can get the long ties. Get … Read More...
Project: Match Book Post it Note Holder
This adorable little post it note holder would be a perfect back to school gift for a student or teacher. Find out how to make this match book style holder from Simone over on the All That Scraps Blog.
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By the Sea
Playing bocce by the sea is a fun activity. Stitching up a scene where the Frimousse sprites are playing bocce by the sea is also fun! Here’s another great Frimousse freebie for you to enjoy. Check out the free cross-stitch … Read More...
Knits to Give Winner
I’m glad that it sounds like my mentioning the holidays got some people thinking about their gift knitting who might not have been thinking about it already.
The winner of the Debbie Bliss book, which should give the recipient some … Read More...
Confused about Knitting Needle Options?
There are so many different kinds of knitting needles out there, from circulars, straights and DPNs of different lengths to those made of wood, bamboo, metal, plastic and other materials. How do you know which needle type is right for … Read More...
3 Felt Fun flower tutorials
This is the perfect time of year to get excited about creating felt flowers for head bands, embellishments, wreaths and brooches. Make a headband using the school colors and the girls can swag it at school. You can also think … Read More...
Dried Flower Candles
Candle Lit Life shares how to dry flowers in a microwave press and use them to embellish a store bought candle. Check it out.
How to make recycled sunglasses window shade
Marcela sent in this link to Instructables where there is a such a fun and ironic recycled tutorial on how to make a recycled sunglasses window shade.
The Cakes from Disney’s Brave
I have yet to see Disney’s Brave
, though I hear I most certainly should. (I think my daughter may be a wee bit young for it yet.) But from what I can tell, these little cakes are the exact … Read More...
Surfer Wall Art
Beckie is at it again with this fabulous piece of wall art, perfect for a surf inspired bedroom. There’s a free printable and a full tutorial on how to create this same look for your home. Teenagers will love this, … Read More...
Lion Brand Yarns 20 Percent Off This Week
Lion Brand Yarn is getting ready for the fall knitting season with a sale. All yarns are 20 percent off now through Aug. 31 when purchased through their website.
There’s no discount code, but the sale price will be … Read More...
How to Dip Cupcakes
Next up on my to-do list (for sweets anyway, the other to-do lists are too long to keep adding stuff): Make dipped cupcakes. Find some great how-tos HERE at Good Food Channel.
Hot Dog Dog
I spotted this on Pinterest and couldn’t resist sharing. The look on this poor doggie’s face is priceless (and I’m arguing there is a “look on this doggie’s face”. Part curiosity, part wary… Wise doggie. Make dogs in a dog … Read More...
Idea file: Use spray dye to give plain bags a tie dye effect
Last week I showed a quick and easy way to add a pen sleeve to a plain drawstring bag. Today, I’ve got another idea to show you.
I gave the plain bag a tie dye effect using SEI Tumble … Read More...
Tutorial: Draft a drawstring pants pattern
Head over to Simple Simon & Co. to find out how to draft your own pattern for drawstring pants. You’ll use your measurements to figure the dimensions of the pants leg pieces, and a pair of pants that fit to … Read More...
Technique: Faux Metal Background
The main image on this card looks just like it was stamped on metal but it wasn’t. The Bright Side of Life blog show you how to use spray ironing starch (of all things! :)) for a really cool faux … Read More...
Free pattern: Sleepy Cat Softie
Roslyn from Sew Delicious shares a free pattern on her blog for making her super cute Sleepy Cat Softie. Their kitty faces look so content! They’re made from soft fleece and felt for the face, and a fun quilting cotton … Read More...
Free pattern: Strawberry Muffin top for girls
Sabrina from Honor Roll shares a free pattern for making her Strawberry Muffin empire waist top, and a video tutorial showing how to put it together. The contrast waistband, sleeves, and faux button placket provide opportunity for some fun mixing … Read More...