Now here’s a unique project that should get your creative juices flowing. This projection TV was turned into a closet! I think this would make a fabulous puppet theater for kids too! Check it out at The Stuff Of Success… Read More...
Tutorial: Perfectly Fitted Circle Skirt for girls
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shares a tutorial showing how to make her Perfectly Fitted Circle Skirt for girls. This skirt was part of her entry into the Back To School challenge at Project Run and Play. It has … Read More...
Tutorial: Shaving cream can cozy to prevent rust stains
Keeping a shaving cream can on a vanity often results in unsightly rust stains. Shannon from Shannon Sews has a clever solution. She created a fabric cozy that keeps the can from coming in contact with the vanity top. Great … Read More...
Tutorial: Cocktails at Eight hostess apron
Sew4Home shows how to make their Cocktails at Eight hostess apron. The dressy half-apron is made from taffeta, with a sheer organza overlay dotted with tiny satin bows. Get the tutorial.
[photo from Sew4Home]
Mini felt purse tutorial
Stephanie owns a small company called “Toastie Studio”. Part of Toastie Studio is developing websites and blog layouts and the other half is making toys and gifts for children. Stephanie always enjoyed crafts and when she moved from the … Read More...
My First Cross Stitch – Anime Style
One of my good friends from college, Katsumi (whom I have lost touch with over the years), was responsible for my introduction to Japanese-style comics – way back before I’d heard of manga or anime. I thought they were pretty … Read More...
Vote for your favorite pumpkin
Okay so it’s not an official voting, but head over to Crafts ‘n Coffee to see all the fun Pumpkin projects made with Styrofoam! Then you can vote for your favorite, and get the tutorials to boot. Head over to … Read More...
Freebie: Skeleton Paper Doll
DZ Doodle shares a funky fun digi paper doll skeleton on her blog. Put it together was brads and he’s moveable!
-Heather
Free Pattern – Summer Slice Socks!
Make these summer styled socks out of Classic Elite’s Summer Sox yarn, which comes in these summer hot colors.
Click HERE for the FREE pattern on Ravelry!
Looking for more knitted socks designs and patterns to keep you warm … Read More...
Acorn Animals
Here is some great inspiration for making acorn animals with your children. Here, they made acorn birds and a bird’s nest. Head on over to Make Learning Fun to see the photos!
The Sewing with Oilcloth winner is…
The giveaway for a copy of Kelly McCant’s Sewing with Oilcloth PLUS two fat quarters closed on Thursday night. Between PTA activities at my daughter’s school and soccer games and Stitch Night at my house, I haven’t had time until … Read More...
Talk Like a Pirate Day Treats
Ahoy, matey. Me sources (me old man) tell me it’s National Talk Like a Pirate Day. Aaarr, land lubbers, fill your bung hole with some grog, swashbuckle on over to the galley, and make some merry sweet treats to … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew mums
Rachel of Lines Across My Face shares a tutorial for no-sew felt pompom mums. Go to the tute.
Pattern pick: Whirlygigs Quilt at Indygo Junction
Tammy Gilley created this quilt design for Indygo Junction. The larger than normal blocks make it a great choice for showing off large scale and/or graphic fabrics, so modern. Available for sale at Indygo Junction for $9.99 USD. Click HERE … Read More...
Semi-tutorial: Bean bags
Megan of The Crafty CPA shares her tree sketch and the link to the tutorial that inspired her four-seasons bean bags. She provides enough instructions for most stitchers to be able to create some on their own. Go to her … Read More...
Giveaway Winner! “The Sweater Chop Shop “USA only
I am pleased to announce that Sandy #97 is the winner of this giveaway “The Sweater Chop Shop“! I want to thank everyone that entered and the next book giveaway is “Knitter’s Life List” and I just received it in … Read More...
How to make a recycled croquet mallet coat rack
Well, I think this is my first recycled croquet mallet recycling project! Yippie! Thanks go out to Laura of the blog Small Good Hearth for sending in her funny (yes there is actual humor) tutorial on how to make a … Read More...
Chocolate Spider Pops
And coincidentally, I also happened to post on piped chocolate spiders today, too. (Though Amanda’s certainly puts mine to shame!) Find the how-tos for chocolate spider pops HERE.
Inspiration: Sew Sweet Stitches
These little brooches by Sew Sweet Stitches are a fresh take on traditional patchwork. Felt applique and embroidery in rockin modern color combos. Check out her blog post.
Ed. note: Sew Sweet Stitches neither requested nor compensated this post.
Dry-Erase Shadowbox Wall Calendar
Need a little organization in your life? Or maybe you need a Christmas gift idea for that organized (or disorganized!) person on your list? Get the step by step instructions to make your own over at Sisteroo — Dry-Erase Shadowbox … Read More...