Mollie of Wild Olive shows us step-by-step how to create a comforting eye mask as a treat for Mom on her special day. (Maybe you should make two and keep one!) Simple construction and materials, great gifty impact! Go to … Read More...
Inspiration: Anna T
I am in awe of this block created by Anna T of the Ukraine for the Crazy-Quilt Journal Project 2012. Because the post is just the photo–no text–I’m not sure whether Anna embroidered the motifs at the center of the … Read More...
I need a clamp
My little gadget-loving heart sang when I saw this tool posted by Karen of Sew Many Ways. It’s like a hemostat, but it’s 12 inches long! Evidently, it has some purpose in auto mechanics or something, but Karen immediately saw … Read More...
Inspiration: Fog and Swell
There is so much to love about these humpback whale softies by K of Fog and Swell: the awesome fabric choices, the masterful piecing and sculpting, the overall silhouette. But what really tickles my fancy are the French knot barnacles. … Read More...
Star Wars Cake Pops
Can you believe these gems almost didn’t see the light of the internet? I, for one, think these are pretty dang amazing. Find Star Wars cake pops HERE at The Sew*er, The Caker, The CopyCat Maker. (Thanks, Ashley, … Read More...
Hulk Dinner
I lamely only just learned The Avengers was a movie, and now I’m seeing Avengers Avengers Avengers everywhere! Check out this Hulk dinner HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. I don’t know about this newfangled movie stuff, … Read More...
Filigree Heart Cookies
Doing any baking for mom this year? I love these sunny, happy filigree heart cookies by Lizy B, inspired by this video tutorial from SweetAmbs.
Grab a cuppa: Kona Bay 2012 Spring Catalog
The Kona Bay Fabrics 2012 Spring Catalog is a nice read – pretty fabrics with pages easy to navigate. Don’t miss the Neko Cats for lovableness or Coral Tree for swoon-worthy colors.
Go here to take a look.
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Video tutorial: Transfer delicate tissue paper patterns to sturdier paper
Many sewing patterns are printed on a thin tissue paper. This is fine for a project that you’ll make once or twice, but for patterns you plan on using over and over, it’s a good idea to go ahead and … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple summertime wallet
The Purl Bee shares a tutorial for making their Summertime Wallet. It’s a simple folding wallet with pockets to hold credit cards, ID, and paper money. Get the tute.
[photo from The Purl Bee]
Felt Heart Keychain or brooch {Tutorial}
Stephanie started “Toastie Studio” when she moved from the UK to the Netherlands a few years ago. Stephanie’s mom or mum lives in the UK and she was not able to be with her mum. Her mum is coming to … Read More...
DIY: 5 Gifts to Help Mom Relax
Since my mother has sadly passed away, what do you think the chances are my teenage daughter will make these for me? Hmmm, well, I can make them for myself, anyway. The lovely Mountain Rose Blog has given us five … Read More...
Freebie: Mother’s Day Box Printable
Crafty Secrets is sharing a pretty little box to download and print, perfect for Mother’s Day. They also have directions for cropping the image and using it as a clear label. It’s so pretty on that glass bottle!
-Heather
Felt beaver pencil topper tutorial
Holly of “Holloughby” tells us that the Beavers are back in Britain! I am pretty sure the Beavers are still in the USA! “Up until Thursday people thought that beavers were gone from the English countryside but somebody found a … Read More...
How to sew a recycled tape measure pencil case
This project just makes me smile! If you like tape measures too and want to sew yourself a fun pencil case check out the awesome tutorial that Katie shared at her blog Punk Projects on how to sew a recycled … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a summer dress from a thrifted vintage bedsheet
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn made this lovely summer dress out of a thrifted vintage bedsheet, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. The loose fit and cotton fabric are perfect for errand running on hot summer … Read More...
Tutorial: Travel playmat and changing pad
Brandy from Gluesticks shows how to make a travel playmat and changing pad for baby. Made in a circle, there are pockets all the way around the edge to hold a pack of wipes, some diapers, or small toys. It … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple tote bag with interior pocket
Dana from MADE sharesa tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Basic Pocket Tote. Like the name suggests, it’s a basic tote bag with a p0cket on the inside. It’s an easy sew, a good project for a … Read More...
A Mother’s Memorial
Recently Jeanne Dansby’s mother passed away and she presents a lovely free chart in memory of her mother. Visit her blog to find out how to get it at Byrds Nest blog. Our condolences go out to Jeanne. Learn more.
I Love You Mum Chart
Show Mum – or alter the chart a little to show Mom – how much you love her for Mother’s Day with this little freebie. Use the design for a card or a small ornament. The primitive design will be … Read More...