A woman that was just in my store asked me if I was familiar with Higgins Glass. I said no. She said it was created by a couple, Michael and Frances Higgins, that passed away, him in 1999 and … Read More...
Free Pattern: Anchors Away Top for Kids
Tanis Gray says that summer reminds her of the ocean, which I completely agree with even though I live in a landlocked state and have only spent one summer in a beach community. But I still love the nautical look … Read More...
Free pattern: Flutter sleeve peasant top for little girls
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this sweet little peasant top with flutter sleeves. The pattern is sized to fit her little girl who will be entering kindergarten in the … Read More...
Song Flower Pot
I really love the simplicity of this flower pot and how it really makes a statement. Oh the possibilities! This would make a fabulous gift and is a really terrific conversation starter. See how to make your own DIY Song … Read More...
Video tutorial: Ombre dyed maxi skirt
Mimi G. Style shares a video tutorial showing how to dip dye a maxi skirt (or other garment) to create an ombre effect. You can do this technique on a store-bought skirt, or make one yourself using her maxi skirt … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy notebook covers in 5 steps
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a quick and easy notebook cover. It takes just 5 steps and 15 minutes. Keep them plain, or embellish them up cute. Get … Read More...
Watermelon Petits Fours
Sort of healthy. At least healthier than cake. Plus, these watermelon petits fours can be made beyond the 4th of July. make petits fours from watermelon squares HERE at Disney Family.
Noodle Box Lanterns
Need a last minute decoration for the 4th of July? These can be used for Memorial Day and Patriot’s Day too, or really any day you want to display your patriotism. They are simple and fun and impressive to look … Read More...
Free Pattern: American Flag Pin
Here’s another quick knitting pattern for the 4th that you still have time to knit: an American Flag Pin from About.com Knitting (yes, that’s me!). Worked in tiny bits of red, white and blue, you can stitch one up in … Read More...
The Sketch Book Project
I wanted to share with our readers a little about a cool art project currently happening called The Sketch Book Project. It’s sponsored by The Art House, an independent, Brooklyn-based company that organizes global, collaborative art projects. Here’s how … Read More...
Tutorial: Add Smocking After You Knit
Sometimes we knit something in plain stockinette and then decide that we don’t want it to be so plain after all. There are lots of ways to embroider or embellish the surface of a knit object, but if your garment … Read More...
Beach Themed Topiaries
Beachy projects are always a favorite and a great way to toss some summer decor into your home. Sharon from Crafts ‘n Coffee shows us how to easily put together a beach themed topiary use a Styrofoam cone. Get the … Read More...
Find: Tiny Recycled Light Bulb Lantern
These sweet lamps are made from dead mini G16.5 incandescent bulbs. They are so adorable and a great use of otherwise-unneeded materials. Check ’em out.
Free Pattern: 4th of July Napkin Rings
Need a last-minute project to spruce up your table for the 4th? Why not stitch up a few of the 4th of July Napkin Rings from Lion Brand? Each one uses tiny bits of yarn (they call for Vanna’s Choice … Read More...
Loofah doll friend
Rohan shared a fun idea for sculpting a doll from a loofah
. Pop on over to her blog Butterfly Handicraft to see more photos of her darling creation.
Knit Scarves Play a Piano Wirelessly
Here’s a cool use for both knitting and technology: an electronic music composer, challenged to come up with a more exciting MIDI controller, knit conductive thread along with yarn into scarves connected wirelessly to a piano. When the person wearing … Read More...
Project: simply stitched felt star pin
I think this project is so cute and something we can all make. Mollie of “Wild Olive” has complete instructions for her fun star pin and you can make in any combination of felt and thread colors really making this … Read More...
Fergie and Fergus Cross Stitch Project
Kinkavel Krosses always has such cute projects and this one is no exception. Don’t miss out on any of Lady Kell’s latest cuties – be sure to scroll back over some of her latest blog posts to find more freebies. … Read More...
Special Olympics Stops Scarf Project
Many knitters for the past couple of years have contributed knit scarves to the Scarves for Special Olympics project, which had knitters and crocheters making scarves for participants in the state-level winter games. But the program has been discontinued, with … Read More...
Fabric Covered Bulletin Board
Pretty and fashionable can be oh so easy to make. Don’t be intimidated, just dive in! This pretty cork board can be easily put together. Head over to Crazy Little Projects to see the Fabric Covered Bulletin Board.