Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curl shows how she refashioned a man’s large boxy t-shirt into a far more fashionable version for herself. She gives it a wider neck and tighter sleeves. It also has a slight curve to the … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY point turner tool
Jona from Fabritopia and Jona G. Pattern Co shares a tip on her blog for how you can make your own point turner tool. It’s a literal “tip” in that she shows how to sharpen the end of a simple … Read More...
Tutorial: Poolside Purse to keep your belongings dry
When I’m at the pool with my daughter I find myself saying over and over to, “Watch where you’re dripping!!” I don’t want her ruining my purse with all the water dripping off of her. Maybe I should make a … Read More...
New Tool: I-Magicut Ribbon Cutter
Yeah ok, it’s pretty easy to pick up a pair of scissors and cut your ribbon right? But a lot of cool ribbon on the market frays and leaves yucky rough edges and who wants that? So the folks at… Read More...
Tutorial: Lemon Balm Lavender Bug Spray
Living in the woods in Northeastern United States, I know about bugs. They are everywhere here! So a chance to use something that does not smell like “Off” or contain deet is pretty exciting. Lynda at Bloom Bake Create came … Read More...
July 4th Gumball Favors
For those needing a last minute, easy-to-assemble July 4th party favor… I’m loving these gumballs
-in-tubes
. Find the how-tos HERE at Whipper Berry, courtesy of guest poster Camille from Makoodle.
Looking for 4th of July decorations? … Read More...
Burlap Rice Sack Pillows
Take one burlap rice bag… check. masking tape and paint… check. Develop some unique pillows to decorate your pad… check! Head over to Crème de la Craft to see the step by step photos and get the instructions for this … Read More...
Rustic Burlap Candle Holders
Add some rustic flair to your home decor with this easy DIY: burlap-covered candle holders made with jars.
Vintage Framework Labels {Free Printables!}
More gorgeous printable labels from Cathe Holden at Just Something I Made! So pretty for wedding favors and more. Click here to get yours!
Bridesmaid Request Cards {Tutorial}
These charming bridesmaid request cards include personalized paper dolls, friendship bracelets, and a handwritten sentiment! Get the tutorial at Marrying Prince Charming.
Cupcake Pin Cushion
I like creative people! I try to be creative but find that I’m so inspired by the designs of others, wanting to recreate some designs, that I don’t have time or creative energy left over to make things up for … Read More...
Pretty Posies to Stitch
I love the open look of these pretty posies from Brigitte Dadaux who always has such fun projects for us to stitch. Plus you get to choose the colors you want to stitch the project in, so that makes it … Read More...
How to make a recycled doily shawl
Over at the blog a Doll for all seasons there is a tutorial on how to make a shawl for a doll out of a doily. I bet this technique would work with turning a lace table cloth into … Read More...
Giveaway of 60 pieces of 100% wool felt
Mareth is giving away a stack of 60 pieces of 100% wool felt. She so obsessed with felt these days and she is trying to spread the love of natural felt. You get all the rich colors shown. Head over … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Stretch knit ruffle pants for baby or toddler
Jessica from Happy Together shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pair of stretch knit ruffle pants. They’re cute for baby or toddlers. They fit snug like leggings but with long ruffles at the bottoms. Her … Read More...
Tutorial: Rainbow butterfly applique skirt
I was in love at first sight with the rainbow butterfly applique skirt that Jessica from My Inner Need To Create made for the Project Run and Play sew along. Now she’s guest blogging at Project Run and Play showing … Read More...
Tutorial: Custom drawstring liner to fit your picnic basket
Colette Patterns shares a tutorial on their blog, The Coletterie, showing how to make a drawstring liner for a basket. You can make it to fit any size of rectangular basket because their tutorial includes a chart for figuring … Read More...
Video tutorial: Installing grommets and magnetic snaps
Indygo Junction guest blogs in the Purse Palooza series at Sew Sweetness with a video tutorial showing how to install grommets and magnetic snaps
. Magnetic snaps are easy to install, and easy for hands to manipulate to open or … Read More...
Tutorial: Peter Pan collar t-shirt refashion
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows how she turned a thrifted long-sleeved tee into a short-sleeved shirt with a Peter Pan collar. The fabric for the collar and neck ties came from the sleeves that she cut short. She added … Read More...
Tutorial: Carve a Stamp
Need a stamp image but can’t the right one, why not make one? My Poppet has a great tutorial for carving your own stamp. Her little mushroom is so cute! This is a great easy start for anyone who has … Read More...