It’s interesting that I keep happening upon patterns this week where one size is free but others are available for purchase. It’s actually really clever because people can get a peek at what your patterns look like without buying, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Exposed zipper ruffled skirt refashion
Kelly from ReStitch Me shares a cool refashion on her blog for a basic straight skirt. You know, those plain, sometimes frumpy skirts that line the racks at thrift stores. She uses the skirt as a base and adds an … Read More...
Freebie | Back to School Photo Checklist
Rebecca Cooper from Simple as That has compiled this Photo Checklist for all things school related. These 50 prompts will take you from Back to School right through the school year. Click here to go to the download.
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Tutorial: Felt ladybug needle case
Kelly from My Simple Walk shows how to make this clever little ladybug needle case. You’ll notice that there aren’t any needles showing in the picture here. That’s because they’re all concealed under the wings. The wings are actually flaps … Read More...
Tutorial: Add lace trim to your jeans hem
Wobisobi shows a pretty fix for a pair of jeans that are too long. She cuts off the extra length and then finishes the hem with a lace cuff. Of course, your jeans don’t have to be too long to … Read More...
Idea file: Use a common pedicure supply to store your bobbins
Donna Babylon shares a cool bobbin storage tip over at Sew4Home. She uses something you typically find in a pedicure kit. Intrigued? Go to Sew4Home to see what she uses.
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Free pattern: Monster baby bib
These monster bibs by Lisa from Stubbornly Crafty are SO stinkin’ cute!! She shares a free pattern and tutorial for making one. I need to make up a batch of these as a baby shower gift stash. Get the pattern … Read More...
Tutorial: How to Use Tim Holtz Resist Papers
Tim Holtz has a great new video showing how to use inks and stains with his resist papers. These papers are printed with a clear glossy pattern that will resist when mediums are applied on top for an easy and … Read More...
9 Free Back to School Printables
This round-up at Babble showcases 9 Back to School printables that you can freely download. The list includes lunch box notes and First Day of School signs. Click here to see more.
Looking for Back To School papers, stamps, and … Read More...
100 Snowflakes To Crochet
Caitlin Sainio has gathered a collection of snowflake patterns that is simply stunning! I love that she shows them in all colors too. If you’re a snowflake fan, this book is for you! Each pattern has a graph to help … Read More...
Freebie | Back to School Subway Art
Melissa from Sweet Coconut Lime created this printable subway art poster for Back to School. Click here to go to the download.
Looking for Back To School papers, stamps, and embellishments? Check out these Back to School-themed supplies
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Freebie | Printable Kawaii Back to School Set
This free printable back to school set from Creative Mamma includes a homework planner and labels for books and other items. Click here to go to the download
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Inspiration du Jour | I Love Your Crazy
Making Fruit Canes
Summer is coming to a close here but that doesn’t mean I’m not still making summery Fimo canes – it’ll be warm on the other side of the world. Plus, fruit canes are always sweet. So I dug up a … Read More...
Yarn Wrapped Tin Candle Holders
Heart Handmade UK has a clever idea for wrapping tin cans with yarn to make some sweet little candle holders. These would look super cute in a dorm room (assuming they allow flame candles…). Grab the tutorial.
Back to School Pencil Holders
What child {and perhaps adult} doesn’t like bold bright colors!?! This craft is sure to brighten any child’s day who perhaps needs a little encouragement now that summer is coming to a close….Visit Crafts by Amanda {who happens to be … Read More...
Chalkboard Paint Jars- {Kid Craft}
Whether you are a homeschooler, or a teacher, or a student looking for a fun way to store all things ‘back to school’…this is the post for you! Find out how to make this simple but cute storage solution over … Read More...
DIY Fun Wedding Photo Frames
For a fun and creative way to capture memories at your wedding check out the instructions for a photo wall found at The Inspired Bride!
Pattern and tutorial: Beehive ornament
Angel of Stumbles & Stitches has posted a tutorial for a sweet embroidered felt ornament that deserves to be displayed all year long. Learn how to make this little felt hive with its stitchy bees from Angel’s post.
Tutorial: Double-duty pin cushion
Haley Pierson-Cox (The Zen of Making) came up with this clever idea for a pincushion that is not only pretty but also doubly functional. You can wear it on your wrist when, say, you’re pinning a hem. And you can … Read More...