The Crafty Mummy shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a patchwork needle book. The small book opens up to reveal two side pockets and a felt “page” to hold your needles. It’s a small project pieced … Read More...
Subway Art Monogram
What a fun idea to use subway art on a letter. A great way to jazz up a room that just needs that “little something”. Another benefit is that it can be tailored to any interest and either gender. This … Read More...
Lemonade Sign
Lemonade screams summer and this sign is so well done you are definitely going to want one for yourself! Jaime from That’s My Letter will show you how she made hers so maybe you can pull some inspiration from it. … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Add a zippered pocket to a pair of shorts
Why is it that exercise shorts rarely have pockets? If you’re out getting some exercise, you’re probably going to have your keys or wallet with you. Am I right, or am I right?
Jill from Jembellish and Creating My Way … Read More...
Tutorial: Lavender scented sachets
Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how to make a lavender-scented sachet that looks as lovely as it smells. Stash one in a lingerie drawer or hang it in your closet to keep your clothes smelling fresh. Her handmade … Read More...
Read all about it: Tips for sewing leather and vinyl
We’ve been seeing tons of cute sewing projects made from leather and vinyl lately. They look awesome but there are some tricks to sewing on this type of material. Christine from ChrisW Designs shares some tips on her blog for … Read More...
Blog Hop: Spellbinders
To introduce their new die releases Spellbinders is having a Blog Frenzy! From July 6th-14th visit different designs blogs for a look at the new releases, their will be daily giveaways and a grand prize giveaway too. Visit the Spellbinders blog… Read More...
Giveaway | Scrapbook Starter Kit
Ginger from Just Another Mom of Twins is giving away this Scrapbook Starter Kit to a lucky winner! The kit includes:
… Read More...Close to My Heart Level 1 & Level 2 Elegant Bouquet Paper (18 sheets of printed paper, 12 sheets
New Release and Giveaway | Wrinkled Paper Pack
Jen Conlan is giving away this new digital kit that she just released. This paper pack consists of 10 background papers with a distressed design. Entries close July 7th. Click here to go to the giveaway.
Inspiration du Jour | Carefree
Pure Integrity Soy Candles Giveaway Winner
Turtle from Turtles Lake Knitting won the giveaway from Pure Integrity Soy Candles!
Besides knitting, Turtle enjoys sewing, cooking, reading and singing in a band. (I’ve always wanted to do that!) Her day job’s a nail and eyelash artist.… Read More...
EntreKnits – Interweave’s Newest EMag!
And now only 9.99!
Entrelac, Modular and Mitered knitting projects and techniques.
Interweave rises to the next generation of knitting, eMags allow you to watch videos, zoom in on stitch definition, hear designer interviews, click off to websites to purchase … Read More...
Knit A Fish!
Read about Trekky gets Crafty as she knits a fish and shows you how also!
On Sale: Windows Improv eProject
I’m a huge fan of fiber artist Malka Dubrawsky from A Stitch in Dye. Her signature style (bold use of color and modern aesthetic) comes through in this patchwork table runner. The Windows Improv Table Runner and Placements ePattern … Read More...
Tutorial: Knitter’s drawstring project tote
Kirsty from kootoyou shows how to make a project tote for knitters. The round drawstring bag holds the yarn and is weighted at the bottom so it won’t turn over when you’re knitting. Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Nursing modification for an empire waist top or dress
Jodi from Sew Fearless shows how to alter the pattern for an empire waist top or dress to add an opening for nursing. The elastic opening just under the bust allows for quick -and discrete- nursing. Brilliant!! Get the tute… Read More...
Tutorial: Summertime caftan
CraftStylish shows how to make simple alterations to a basic t-shirt pattern to make a summertime caftan. Wear it over your swimsuit for an elegant cover-up at the beach or pool. Get the tutorial.
[photo from CraftStylish]
Looking … Read More...
An Accomplished Woman: Garden Headboard Bench
How adorable is this garden bench made out of an old headboard!
Project: Lantern Card
Visit the Lily Pad blog and you’ll find a video tutorial for making this bright and cheery lunar lights lantern card.
-Heather
