from Katydiddys shows how to make a felt jam jar softie. How cute would these be sitting all in a row on a shelf in a toy kitchen? I’m loving how the diagonal stitching on the “jar” looks like cut … Read More...
Fairy Panda Project
What could be cuter than a Fairy Panda? Not much. Stitch this fun little project from Sara Jessica at Cross Me Not in a jiffy. Get the free chart.
Tutorial | Make Your Own Stickers
Ty from Know and Tell Crafts (he is 13 by the way!) explains how he makes his own stickers. Like he says, who doesn’t love stickers? He also includes two images you can download to use. Click here to see … Read More...
Plain Dip Turned Festive
Forgive the onslaught of red, white and blue, but this one is not only a non-sweet (yay! much rarer), but for those outside the US, this one can be adapted for any event or holiday by changing the colors and … Read More...
Summer Breeze Blackwork Project
Here’s a simple blackwork project you can complete in any floss color from Jeanne at Byrd’s Nest. If you’ve never tried blackwork, it’s a great way to get your first experience. Check out the blog post for a link to … Read More...
Pop Rocks Mousse
I know that using Pop Rocks
in desserts for the 4th of July is a stroke of genius done in many years prior, but I’m happy to see the trend skyrocket this year. Especially in such thoughtful desserts (thoughtful as … Read More...
Red, White and Blue Strawberries n’ Cupcakes
Red, white and blue strawberries on red, white and blue cupcakes? Can’t get enough of the red, white and blue for Wednesday. How about putting these on red, white and blue plates on a red, white and blue tablecloth? Make … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Journaling Cards
Natt Smith from Awesomeness of Crafting is sharing another set of printable 3×4 journaling cards. Print, cut and write! Click here to go to the free download.
Looking for supplies for journaling? Check these Art, Junk and writing journal supplies … Read More...
Bald Eagle Pears
After thousands and thousands of posts, it’s rare I come across something I’ve never seen before. This qualifies as one of those rare finds. The uniqueness struck me first. Plus they are adorable. And they are so re-creatable. Make Bald … Read More...
Tutorial and Freebie | Cupcake Sprinkle Invitation
Nicole from Tikkido shares this tutorial for making a cupcake shaped invitation. She also includes a free printable sprinkle paper. Click here to go to the tutorial and download.
Inspiration du Jour | First British Beer
Ombre Chrysanthemums – Aunt Peaches
I love this giant Ombre Chrysanthemum from Aunt Peaches. This would be a fabulous decoration for a party, or just for your house. What a statement piece! And the supplies? Very cheap considering it’s made out of a paper … Read More...
Tutorial: Squares and Strips quilt
Allison of Cluck Cluck Sew made this quilt [top] with a fat quarter bundle she already had in her stash. Using the various fabrics from a bundle helps you get a scrappy feel. Plus, her easy, yet clever block design … Read More...
Reusable Enviro Bags Can Make You Vomit, Literally.
I am sure we all have used them and all though they are called Enviro (Environment) Bags they are yet to prove their actual worth in saving the environment. (Yes they are better than plastic)
I never remember to take … Read More...
State love printables at Vintage Lemon
Show your state love with a free printable created by Marci of The Vintage Lemon. She offered Arizona and California in her first post, then after so many readers begged for more, she now has all 50 states available. … Read More...
Free desktop wallpapers at Martingale blog
Jenny of Martingale’s Stitch This! shares on their blog three new wallpapers from three separate books, just released. All are of pretty quilts, but my favorite is the one she describes as having dreamy clouds and happy birds, shown. … Read More...
Garden-Themed Wedding Shower
This wedding shower with a garden theme has so many creative details it was hard to choose just one to feature! But I was especially smitten with the reversible stitched banner shown above. The other side says “Just Married” and … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Wide neck tee with gathered back from a man’s t-shirt
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...