Donna Downey shares detailed step by step instructions for making this lovely rose tag. The water color crayons give such a soft touch and I adore the pleated paper along the bottom! This would make such a nice gift tag, … Read More...
Suzuko Koseki interview
Julianna at Sewing Under Rainbow recently interviewed quilter, author and fabric designer, Suzuko Koseki, on her blog. Though wildly popular in Japan, she has fans from all over the world. I talked about her book Patchwork Style here. … Read More...
Doily Cupcake Wrapper
I simple, lovely idea to make your own cupcake wrappers: doilies. Find doilies turned cupcake wrappers HERE at Real Simple.
Burlap Wrapped Mason Jars
Katie from Sew Woodsy sent a link to these rustic burlap-wrapped mason jars she made for a bridal shower. Perfect for a casual, woodsy vibe! Get the tutorial here. Thanks Katie! We loved this idea!
Giveaway: 10 fat quarter set of Pat Bravo’s Poetica in Seafoam Symphony
Are you swooning over the new Poetica line by Pat Bravo? I am. And Maureen Cracknell Handmadeis hosting a giveaway forMoona Fabrics for a 10 fat quarter set in the Seafoam Symphony colorway of this gorgeous line. Go … Read More...
Early Easter Stitching
Free Border Patterns
Tutorial: Making a fluffy pretty pettiskirt
Kataryna from Sew Chibi shares a tutorial on her blog all about making fluffy pretty pettiskirts. The bouncy, flouncy ruffled skirts are soooo girly! Her tutorial includes the low-down on the type and quantity of fabric to use, as well … Read More...
Popular Candy Turned into Cupcakes
All the flavors of your favorite candy bar turned into cupcakes… Find the roundup of candy-turned-cupcakes, including “Peppermint Patty” and “Almond Joy” HERE at the Food Network.
Tutorial: Kid’s scarflette to keep little necks warm
Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a little fleece scarflette for a small child. The short buttoned scarf will stay snug around her neck while she plays, and be less likely … Read More...
Jake recalls her first quilt
Jake from Generation Q Magazine shows us lots of photos of the first quilt she made, a king size monster she calls The Beast. She admits it has issues due to her lack of experience, but explains its significance in … Read More...
Tutorial: Drawstring lingerie bag with matching sachet
Stephanie from The Petite Sewist shares a tutorial at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make a drawstring lingerie bag and a matching sachet. It’s fully lined, so there are no fraying raw edges on the inside. You can add … Read More...
Video tutorial: Sewing a stretch knit cuff or band
When you add use a band of stretch knit to finish off the edge of a neck, sleeve, or leg, you’ll most likely be sewing a smaller cuff piece to a larger opening and stretching it to fit as you … Read More...
Sewing Craft Room Tour at beingBrook
If you need a little inspiration for your craft room, I suggest you head over to beingBrook for a complete tour of her new duds. A pretty craft table made by her hubby, desk, walls, accessories, a complete redo. I … Read More...
Turn a Trophy into a Cupcake Stand
Cathe has created something brilliant. This cupcake stand was constructed from old trophies! Genius really. When someone can look at an item and see something totally different, that’s creativity coursing through their veins. Head over to Just Something I Made … Read More...
Inspiration: London Calling Blog Hop
I guess everyone is excited about the Olympics being in London this year. I’m seeing loads of British, English and London inspired ideas pop up every where, even papercrafting. Artistic Outpost is currently having a London Calling blog hop. Love … Read More...
Illustrated Recipe Contest… Win Thousands!
Wow, big prizes can be had for foodie artists! I’m sure you’ve heard me wax on about They Draw and Cook, a site (and book) devoted to collecting illustrated recipes. Currently they are joining with Kraft to host … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Treats
Find a great roundup of St. Patrick’s Day goodies HERE at Parents, including these easy-to-make four-leaf clover cupcakes. Note you do have to register with Parents to read the recipes, but registration is free! And it’s a great site … Read More...
Bears For A Cause
Crocheters are well known for putting their skills to use in support of a cause. Sher Marchman-Day has gone a step farther in her efforts to customize her crochet to your cause. What a fantastic idea! For a really … Read More...
Review: Summer of the Seventeenth Doll
The Queensland Theatre Company (QTC) presents a Belvoir Production, a timeless classic: ‘The Summer of the Seventeenth Doll’. Audience members were pulled by their heartstrings into the unique and painfully haunting story of working class Queenslanders in … Read More...