Don’t have a scalloped circle punch or die cut? Not to worry, Lynn from Pretty Paper Swirls shows how you can “cheat” with circle punches and get the same effect.
-Heather
Free pattern: Boxy Rings Baby quilt
Besides how adorable this quilt looks, I am digging the clever way Cynthia from Ahhh…Quilting put it together. Those 35 blocks are the result of applique not piecing. Go HERE to get the pattern.
Image credit: Ahhh…Quilting
Longing for Spring Felt Robin Ornament
We all wait to spot our first Robin as the winter fades giving hope that spring is close. Susan of “Downeast Thunder Farm” does not see spring coming early this year to Maine, so she decided to make her own … Read More...
Indygo Junction Pattern Winners
Congrats go out to the winners of the Indygo Junction pattern giveaway. They are (and their choices)
Becky – IJ907, Day to Night Dress
Heather – Koozie Kouture, IJ898
Flower LifeSavers Pops
The good folks at Wrigley sent me lots and lots of candy. So I made some LifeSavers® flower pops! Super duper easy. Find the how-tos HERE.
How to make a calming tool from a recycled water bottle
Athena of the blog The stuff of Success sent in a link to her post where she featured this great idea for a calming tool. What is a calming tool you say? Her kids shake up this bottle and watch … Read More...
Tutorial: Organic Elements Quilt at MBS
Last Friday, Corey at Little Miss Shabby said the following about her Organic Elements quilt on her blog:
… Read More...This might be my favorite quilt yet that I have made for MBS. The Moda Bella Solids (Warm Pastels Colorway) that
Happy Easter
Kokeshi Doll
Easter Bunny Band Sampler
‘Worth the wait’ quilting studio
The talent behind Sister’s Choice Quilts shows some photos of her brand new sewing space. She said this is the first time she’s had a dedicated place to create and wow, it’s a dream studio. Check out that wall of … Read More...
DIY Lace Candle Holder
According to Wilma of By Wilma, she “loves candles and candle holders.” She’s also got taste, which comes through in this lace-covered candle holder project. All you need to make this is some Mod Podge, a cheap votive … Read More...
Rainbow Chocolate Chip Cookies
How super duper colorful awesome are these? Rainbow chocolate chip cookies. So brilliant. Find them HERE at In Katrina’s Kitchen.
Hosting a Rainbow party? Check out these Rainbow party articles over on our Party Ideas Blog and these Rainbow … Read More...
Ice Cream Cone Shot Glasses
Dessert and a shot of liquor all in one? The perfect nightcap. Make edible shot glasses HERE at Sweet Simple Stuff.
{DIY} Bridesmaid Cameo Jewelry Boxes
Give your bridesmaids a sweet remembrance of the day with a beautiful wooden jewelry box decorated by you! Alica shares how she made these special gifts on her blog Atypical Type A. While you’re there, be sure to visit … Read More...
Free pattern: Happy House block
Verykerryberry just celebrated her 2 year blogiversary with a free pattern for this paper pieced house block. It’s adorable! Get the tutorial.
Image credit: Verykerryberry
Freebie: Hershey Kiss Easter Box
Awwww! How sweet is this teeny box? It’s so small it holds only one Hershey Kiss. Download a printable version that includes the kissing bunnies that you can cut out or if you have a Silhouette die cut machine you … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Funky Spring Inspiration
If you’re a bride who likes a funky, retro vibe don’t miss the Funky Spring Inspiration board at Poptastic Bride! You’ll find pastels with pizzazz and lots of great links to visit!
Freebie | Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Printable Banner
This printable banner that spells out LUCKY is available as a free download from Sugar Tot Designs. You can also find a link to a tutorial for the felt shamrocks. Click here to go to the download.
Tutorial: Sewing machine mat and tool caddy
Katie from Quilted Magnolia and Katie’s Quilting Corner shows how to make a mat to sit under your sewing machine. Pockets hang from the front to keep your most essential sewing tools right where you’ll need them. Get the how-to… Read More...