This beaded Valentine’s Mobile is simple to make, and would be a great addition for the holiday in any home. You can find the tutorial at Crafts Unleashed.
Easy Paper Finger Puppets
I think my favorite part of these finger puppets is that their mouths are in the shape of hearts! How appropriate as Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Head on over to The Frugal Crafter to see how these … Read More...
Tutorial: Friendship Block pillow
Kerry at verykerryberry shows how to make this pillow step-by-step on her blog. Notice the white areas (bottom row shows up best) where the signature normally goes, she used words fabric. Clever. Go to the tutorial.
Image credit: verykerryberry
Gigantic Candle Wax Heart Memorial
After former Czech president Václav Havel died on Dec. 18, artists Lukas Gavlovsky and Roman Svejda decided to create a unique memorial. They’re building a gigantic heart out of candle wax.
It became so big that it’s been dubbed “A … Read More...
53 Brilliant knitted food patterns – mdolla
I came across this post of pictures of knitted food on mdolla. I really wish the pictures were linked to the sources! Even so it’s a great gallery to look through for inspiration.
Check out the pictures: 53 Brilliant knitted … Read More...
Tutorial: Reusable mesh produce bags with zipper closure
Head over to our sister site, CraftBits, for a tutorial showing how to make a reusable mesh produce bags. They have a zipper closure to keep your produce safe and sound. The mesh is breathable and makes it easy … Read More...
Tutorial: Loopy yarn scarf, no knitting required
Maya from Little Treasures shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this loopy yarn scarf – with no knitting required. Instead, she uses her sewing machine to create the layers of yarn loops. Brilliant!! This is an … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Little girl’s sundress with criss cross tie straps
Dawn from Designed by Dawn Nicole guest blogs at Whimsy Couture with a tutorial showing how to make her Chloe dress for little girls. It’s a sweet little sundress with criss cross straps that tie at the back and an … Read More...
Tutorial: Naughty Notions clutch purse
Rikka from Ricochet and Away! shows how to make her Naughty Notions clutch, embellished with lace and beads. This is such a beautiful purse! She made it as part of the Naughty Notions challenge she is co-hosting with sew la … Read More...
Tutorial; Make Felt Owl Elbow Patches
Ashley of “The DIY Mommy” made a grandpa cardigan for my son and I used owl buttons, however she thought it was lacking something so she decided to add elbow patches. Because she loves elbow patches and owls she decided … Read More...
Free Valentine’s Pie Cross Stitch Chart
Non-Valentine Sampler
Stitchy Bike
Strawberry and Marshmallow-Filled Chocolate Hearts
Wanna know what’s in these glittery, chocolatey hearts? Strawberries and marshmallows (I do realize that you may have read this in the title). Yes, all that in a little chocolate heart. Isn’t this so very Valentinesy? Learn to make them … Read More...
Bunting by Yeti
Don’t be misled. Yetis aren’t fierce, scary creatures. They’re friendly biggo crafters. Michelle of A Can of Crafty Curiosities proves it with this adorable portrait! See more views at her blog post.
Steampunk style knife and key photo hanger
See how I made this fun little photo hanger from a recycled knife and key over at Craftside. While you’re there enter to win a copy of the book Steampunk Chic Vintage Flair from Recycled Finds that I took … Read More...
Uncommon lace from a common notion
Gerry of Older Rose stumbled across this bit of handmade antique lace at a California flea market. It’s composed from a notion most of us keep in our stashes. Can’t guess what it is? Go to Gerry’s post to find … Read More...
Amazing Fairy Tale Cookies
As one with a thing for children’s literature (as in, wrote graduate school papers on Alice in Wonderland and Harry Potter and even wrote a children’s novel which will never be published), I swoon when edible crafts and children’s literature … Read More...
An artist in residence
Veronica Fuentes of Whimsiology got a coveted residency at the Textile Arts Center in New York City. Her experience is just beginning as she moves into this studio space, hers for the next six months. See her first post about … Read More...
Pattern: Exotic Peacock wall hanging
This peacock is soaring. Maker Scarlett Rose, used bias tape and fabric applique to create this wall hanging. Her Exotic Peacock pattern is available to buy as a print pattern or ePattern. $9.00 USD. Go HERE for more information… Read More...