Robyn from Additional Jesus shows how she made sleep sacks for her toddler son. They’re made from fleece to keep him warm without having blankets piled around him. Foot holes at the bottom let his active toddler feet move and … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a lightweight zippered jacket from a long-sleeved t-shirt
Stefi from Just Chic shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make over a long-sleeved tee into a lightweight zippered jacket. She made hers to wear at the hospital when she’s there to deliver her child, and she … Read More...
Tutorial: Use elastic thread shirring to define the waist of a top or dress
Whimsy Couture shares a tutorial on their blog showing how easy it is to use elastic thread shirring to add definition to the waist of a loose dress or top. You can do this with garments made from scratch, or … Read More...
Tutorial: Gnome hat for a child
Nicole from Tradewind Tiaras shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a gnome hat for a child. She made hers as party favors for a gnome-themed birthday party (soooo cute!!!), but it would also be a fun … Read More...
Tutorial: Stamping on Candles
Click here for a very detailed pdf file and learn all about stamping on candles from Rubber Stamp Madness Magazine. These make wonderful gifts!
-Heather
Tutorial: Tufted Sweater Pillow
You can put an old or hole-y sweater to lovely re-use as a tufted pillow. Not only do they look pretty, they’re quick and inexpnsive to make. Sweet Verbena shows how to do it. Get the tute.
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Pallet Map
I’m loving this wall art made from a poster and pallet boards! You’ll need some Mod Podge to create this great piece of wall art. This would look great in a man cave or rec room too! Get the how … Read More...
Like Yarn??
If you love homegrown, hand spun, hand dyed, to die for yarns, I’ve got a new site for you! My friend, Mandy Pedigo, has just launched her new site – and she’s got a Giveaway going on there in … Read More...
How to make a recycled light bulb jack-o-lantern
We all want to switch our old light bulbs to the new energy efficient ones but what are we supposed to do with our old ones? I have the answer for you! Well, Beth Watson does! She shared her easy … Read More...
Macaroni and Cheese Candle
Koko creates unusual, colorful and as she says “non-boring” candles. The macaroni and cheese candle pictured here was featured in the Food Network Magazine.
She patiently makes each of the noodles by hand! You get to assemble them yourself once … Read More...
Framed quilt block for Thanksgiving decor
The talent behind The Three Sweet Peas created this Thanksgiving decor by framing a quilt block. A self-proclaimed non-quilter, she gives tips to this crowd, then offers up a diagram of the 12″ Strip Block she created. Click HERE to … Read More...
DIY Glycerin Spider Soap Halloween Project
Look at these Spider Soaps I found over at Sew Woodsy another fab idea for treats this Halloween. Again be sure to label them DO NOT EAT I cannot imagine these would be that tasty. You will need plastic spiders … Read More...
DIY: Straighten up fabric without ripping it
Susan at Living with Punks shows how she straightens up a piece of fabric to get it ready to cut. If you’ve ever wondered why some fabric shops rip the fabric off the bolt instead of cutting it, it’s to … Read More...
Tutorial: Pacifier clip
Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard shows how to make a pacifier clip to keep the passie from falling to the ground when it slips out of baby’s hands or mouth. You can make them from pretty ribbon or from scraps … Read More...
Tutorial: Sweet Sweater Pumpkins
Deb from Hummadeedledee shows how to make her Sweet Sweater Pumpkins, soft fabric pumpkins out of old sweaters. I’m loving the neutral and cream palette of the ones she made for the examples! Get the tute.
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Giveaway: Ocean Sunset 6 fat quarter bundle
Maureen Cracknell Handmade is hosting a fat quarter bundle giveaway for Pink Castle Fabrics. One of their readers will win their Ocean Sunset custom fat quarter bundle from Pink Castle Fabrics. It includes 6 fat quarters from various designers … Read More...
DIY: Anthro-inspired Pinwheel Pushpins
Jessica at Sew Homegrown says this project is a great way to burn some scraps while marking a gift off your holiday list. Best, these tiny beaded yo yo pushpins are inexpensive to make, unlike the Anthropologie ones that inspired … Read More...
Bullseye Glass Updates Their Web Site
Bullseye Glass has updated their web site to make it easier for you to navigate. Now some of us may not like change but having wandered around it I think it’s great. They’ve added a social networking feature to the … Read More...
Gray Loopy Wreath
Loving the look of this loopy wreath. If you head over to Blissful Meandering she’ll tell you how she did it. The yellow is a great touch! See the post — Gray and Yellow Love.
Knit A Village – Knit Picks Style!
You know you want to! You’ve always wanted to. Oh wait, maybe that’s me. Yeah, I’ve always wanted to knit a village and this one is super cute!
Well, the patterns are over on the KnitPicks blog. Click over there … Read More...