Got a t-shirt that needs a new look? Why not try this fun idea sent in by Angel where she painted zigzags on a t-shirt. Check out her zigzag painting tutorial at her blog Artsy Angel.
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Got a t-shirt that needs a new look? Why not try this fun idea sent in by Angel where she painted zigzags on a t-shirt. Check out her zigzag painting tutorial at her blog Artsy Angel.
Looking for more ways … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Adriana from Crafterhours guest blogs in the Skirting the Issue charity sewing event at Simple Simon & Co. with a tutorial showing how to make her Breezy Linen Skirt. What an awesome summertime skirt! It’s a simple drawstring skirt with … Read More...
I’ve said before that crafts that catch my eye are the ones where the crafter steps outside the box and puts their own special twist on something. I have to admit, I have used tie dye fabrics on a lot … Read More...
The wonderful folks over at A Muse Studio recently sent me a wonderful box of goodies to try out. I had the best time using their stamps, inks and papers, it was hard to stop creating!
First off let me … Read More...
by jd wolfe
Find it frustrating to try to navigate around Pinterest? There are lots of great pictures – but I often find it difficult to find the original pattern source for something that intrigues me! There is a section entitled ‘People’ – … Read More...
Ashley at Cherished Bliss shares this tutorial for making cupcake toppers using dies and cutting files from Lifestyle Crafts. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Athena from The Stuff of Success shares this notebook that she customized with butterflies. You’ll probably be surprised at her source for the embellishments! Click here to see more.
Did you know Butterflies are deep and powerful representations of life. … Read More...
by Heidi Gustad
This barely counts as a craft, but it’s adorable and so simple. It’s as easy as it looks: clear votive holder, a votive candle, and some sprinkles! Tikkido shares this sweet idea over at their blog
You Are My Sunshine by Heather Robertson
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This tutorial hits two spots – I was looking around Christi Friesen’s site in advance of my class with her next week and surfing for tutorials that would work for wedding related items – and you could easily make this … Read More...
This is good, very good. Details are now available for the QuiltCon event, sponsored by The Modern Quilt Guild. Besides a webpage, they have a handy-dandy catalog in PDF you can download with all workshop information and more.
Now here’s … Read More...
Molly of The Purl Bee said completing these pillows changed her mind about machine quilting. With a smaller surface as opposed to a bed quilt, it’s manageable. Go HERE to learn more.
Image credit: The Purl Bee
Who knew that a mold from Ikea could produce such an adorable little fish bowl ?!? This project would be great for a summer camp or when you have a fun playdate. The kids will love decorating their own fish, … Read More...
This is a great idea for those first few days of school, or to do with your child to get them ready to go back! You can find the fun craft at Teacher Idea Factory.
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Flax and Twine is hosting a Sew You’ve Always Wanted to Quilt series on her blog. Her first guest poster, Kathreen Ricketson of Whipup.net fame, took a moment to talk about the heritage of women as makers, quilts as the … Read More...
Jo of A Life of Lists is a guest at Lily’s Quilts showing how to make this Summer Olympics inspired picnic blanket, the Weymouth. A pieced yellow gingham boat makes the front, with red gingham for the back and strap. … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Karen from Sew Many Ways shows how she uses magnets to store her metal bobbins. This is such a clever idea!! Go to her blog post to see what she does.
[photo from Sew Many Ways]
by Anne Weaver
Topstitching is actually very simple, but any wavy seam or jumbled thread will show. Threads magazine gives some tips for perfecting your topstitching. Their article includes information on the type of fabrics, needles, and presser feet to use as well … Read More...
by Sarah White
Reusable bags are great, and it seems like you really can never have too many of them. Once a month or so it seems like all of ours disappear, either because they’re in the back of someone’s car or they … Read More...
I have a friend named Kristen. You may have heard of her. She’s the owner of the gorgeous food blog, Dine & Dish. I have had the pleasure of meeting with and quickly becoming friends with Kristen two years … Read More...