Lately, it seems there has been a lot of talk about crocheted food! Great way to diet, I guess. While I have no little ones to crochet for, I’m very drawn to garments and toys that would appeal to … Read More...
Tutorial: Stitch a lapped zipper into a skirt
Gertie from Gertie’s New Blog for Better Sewing shares a tutorial at Sewing Secrets (Coats & Clark blog) showing how to stitch a lapped zipper into a skirt. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired chiffon and knit t-shirt
Amber from Very Homemade shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an Anthropologie-inspired chiffon and knit t-shirt. The front of the shirt is made from solid t-shirt knit, while the back is made from a patterned chiffon. … Read More...
I got some Sassy in the mail
I mentioned in a recent post (okay it was the headline so not so subtle) that I wanted a Sew Sassy Button. The maker, Sam of Sew Sam Sew Etsy, contacted me and in a few days, this entire … Read More...
Free pattern: Litte boys’ boxer briefs
Max from Max California shares a free pattern for making boxer briefs for little boys. These are so cute made from old t-shirts! The pattern is for a toddler size 2, but she was easily able to adapt it to … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s gathered skirt with layers and lace
Lelanie and Laarnie from To Sew With Love show how to make their Lemonade Skirt. The little girl’s gathered skirt is has a zipper down one side, but it also has elastic through the waistband to accommodate a growing child. … Read More...
Freebie: Stamp Carving E-Book
Interweave is sharing a free E-Book to download: How to Make a Stamp: 4 Free Articles on Carving Art Stamps and Stamping Techniques.
*Please note you will need to provide your e-mail address for the download
-Heather
Famous Writers and Their Cocktails
While in many ways I’m neglecting my labor-intensive years in grad school, mostly because I’m exhausted from all the reading and learning. But every now and then I spot something that brings me back to those books. And when you … Read More...
Glam + Thrifty Bridal Shower
Throw a glamourous bridal shower on a budget with inspiration from Janelle at Everyday Brilliance! Janelle pulled items from her storage areas, like the thrift store boxes shown above, and used them to create a stylish yet inexpensive bridal … Read More...
Pop Culture Wedding Ideas
Poptastic bride shares a round-up of unique pop culture wedding inspiration from Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys to superheros! Don’t miss this quirky and fun post!
Fish Sorbet
Sorbet decorated with cereal and fresh fruit? At least almost totally healthy. And cute because they are fish. Find them HERE at Parents.
Bite-Size Dot Cookies for Mom
These easy-to-make mini daisy cookies are another option for a handy dandy gift idea to the personalized cookies I shared earlier. Make daisy cookies HERE.
Felt and fabric bookmark tutorial
Linda of “paneamoreecreativita” has a fast little felt and fabric bookmark tutorial that would be the perfect little gift for Mother’s Day along with her favorite book or magazine. Find the quickie tutorial over on Linda’s blog.
How to upcycle an old piece of furniture
Over at Loop Style there is a fun tutorial on how to upcycle an old piece of furniture.
Looking for more ways to upcycle furniture? Check out these Upcycling Furniture Books
we found on Amazon.
Hearts and Chickens
Hearts and chickens just go together somehow and this chart combines them both. It’s free from Les Petites Croix de Christine. Get the free chart.
Mother’s Day or Thank You Charts
Agi has posted several charts on her blog that would be perfect for Mother’s Day. They would also work great for thank you charts. Check them out.
Looking for Mother’s Day Cross stitch patterns and charts? Check these out on … Read More...
How to Create Your Own Wedding Bouquet
Florist Patricia Hall shares a how-to guide to making your own wedding bouquet at Love & Lavender that includes how to choose flowers, the supplies you will need, and instructions! {Photo via ABIA Weddings}
Tutorial: Pyramid zippered pouch to hold your earbuds
Andrea from Tizzy Crafts shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a cute little pouch to hold earbuds or other small items. It’s made in a pyramid shape and has a zipper closure. A loop is stitched … Read More...
Tutorial: Bias tape triangle tab embellishments
Eri from Llevo Il Invierno shows how to make triangle fabric tabs out of bias tape. She uses them as colorful accents around the neckline of a basic tank. I love it! Get the tutorial to see how to … Read More...
Tutorial: Bubble halter top for little girls
Jessica from A Little Gray shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play showing how to make her Simplest Summer Top for little girls. The bubble halter top was part of her winning entry into the color challenge. The design … Read More...