Sweet, soft, and too precious for words — and yes, I’ve already added it to my project pile.
I don’t know about you, but I have a very hard time resisting a classic baby cardigan — especially when it looks … Read More...
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Sweet, soft, and too precious for words — and yes, I’ve already added it to my project pile.
I don’t know about you, but I have a very hard time resisting a classic baby cardigan — especially when it looks … Read More...
As an avid reader I can’t wait to buy the new Page Turner stamp set from Hello Bluebird. Christy used this set for a sweet rainy day reading card with a girl and her cat hanging out at home in … Read More...
When in doubt go back to the basics. This wonderful layout from Suzanna uses a grid of circles for the main design but this is really anything but basic. With sewn circles, round photos and pattern paper circles there is … Read More...
Celebrate back to school with this fun hand embroidery idea from Julie Measures. It is so cute and it looks just like a piece of paper with words on it.
The tutorial is easy to follow and has a … Read More...
I was recently asked what I thought about buntings, and whether Crochet buntings are still a thing new mothers use for their babies. I did a bit of research into this and came to the conclusion that they are indeed … Read More...
Making your own makeup and beauty products has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. Not only does it allow you to have complete control over the ingredients you use, but it can also save you money … Read More...
Looking at the background of these beautiful cards from Jaycee you’d think they were expensive printed pattern papers but he actually created them himself! Using layering stamps from Altenew for the flowers he also added hand drawn stems and splattered … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Nothing beats a sundress for a fun summer outfit! And Melly Sews shows how you can easily sew your own shirred sundress. The shirred bodice is made with elastic thread and is stretchy for an easy fit. Sewing the shirring … Read More...
Noelle used a large heart shaped die with mountains and trees for the focal point of this colorful Mountain Hike layout. She painted the trees and added glitter paper to the “snow” on the hills, tucked the photo and a … Read More...
by Liza Adams
How about another Halloween idea? These eye balls are super creepy as they have a little something ‘extra’ you might not have seen in other tutorials.
Penfelt has some great tutorials over on their Youtube page, check out what else … Read More...
This is an amazing costume! It may not be what you want to dress up as for Halloween but the repurposing ideas and tutorials could be used to create all sorts of shapes and elements. Pop on over to the … Read More...
by Sarah White
our hands on the Wild Bouquet pattern, unlock your inner artist, and let your imagination run wild as you embark on a cross-stitch adventure like no other. Experience the joy of crafting an exceptional masterpiece that celebrates the harmonious blend … Read More...
Perfect to show off your hand stitching pride, here are 10 free sewing related hand embroidery patterns from DMC. Which one is your favorite? Looking at all of these, I can’t choose one, but I do think it would … Read More...
The butterfly quilt block is a classic design that has been used for generations of quilters. From grandmas to modern-day seamstresses, the butterfly quilt block has become a staple in many quilters’ collections. This timeless design is versatile, beautiful, and … Read More...
This wonderful card from Kara is full of summery sunshine and yummy yellow lemons, sure to brighten anyone’s day! But the star of this design is the custom sentiment she created using alphabet stamps and dies. She used a stamp … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
When you’re looking to make your desk or office space look cute, don’t overlook your mouse pad! You can replace a plain mouse pad with a cute new fabric mouse pad. There’s a sewing tutorial and free pattern you can … Read More...
Lisa created an amazing pattern using lots and lots of small square blocks punched from pattern papers. To add texture she’s distressed the edges of each square and also added rows of horizontal sewing. Notice how many blocks have either … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you are homeschooling little ones, or have a younger child staying home while older siblings are going to school, this desktop organizer craft from Fun Family Crafts is a cute and easy way to keep supplies organized.
It’s completely … Read More...
by Sarah White
Of all the basic knitting stitches out there, Linen Stitch ranks as one of my favorites. It’s such a fun texture and while it is slower to knit with all that moving of the yarn back and forth, it’s worth … Read More...
Make a lovely hand embroidered ABC wall hanging when you take this course from CreativeBug. Taught by Lauren of Lark Rising Embroidery, this sampler is a great way to get in your daily embroidery practice.
Ideal for the intermediate … Read More...