The Modern Quilt Guild recently announced a special challenge for members. This time around it’s going to be cosponsored by Free Spirit Fabrics and they want to see what sewers can create with Jay McCarroll’s Habitat fabric line. Visit the … Read More...
How to make a recycled earring display organizer
I love using my collections as decorations and that’s one of the bonuses to this project. I love the old style metal hanger Dom used to make this recycled earring display organizer see how at the tutorial featured at the … Read More...
Flag Lollipops
So very unique and perfect for the 4th of July: US flags lollipops made from jelly beans. Learn to make them HERE at couldn’t be parve.
How to make a Camera Lens Pal
I found this on Dollar Store Crafts and think it is adorable and may get kids to smile when you take their picture. If you’ve ever spent much time photographing kids, you know it can be a challenge. Cranky moods … Read More...
Magnetic Dry Erase Calendar
If you’re looking for a great way to organize your day’s activities, kids’ sports, doctor appointments and household chores, you might want to take a peek at this cool calendar project. It’s magnetic, making it easy to move things around … Read More...
Plant Markers from Old Spoons
I’ve featured several plant markers in the past, so when I stumbled across this charming idea from Artsy VaVa I knew I had to share it. I really love the look of these old spoons with the hand drawn designs. … Read More...
Make Wall Flowers from Swim Noodles
I have a feeling that before it’s over with we are going to see quite a few swim noodle crafts! I’m loving this flower wall art made from repurposed swim noodles, ideal for a playroom or little girl’s room. Confessions … Read More...
Circus Stack quilt by Quilt Story
Megan and Heather from Quilt Story create unique quilts like Circus Stack, shown here. Tummy time accompanied by these appliqued animal friends and a lively pieced border – what could be better for baby. You can buy this pattern in … Read More...
Pirate Pie Pops
Not only is everything better on a stick, but everything is better when you add a bit of swashbucklin’. Learn to decorate pie pop pirates HERE at Bubble and Sweet.
Free pattern: Sew Sweet cover
This is such a sweet way to cover your sewing machine. Pam Garrison started with a plain IKEA pillowcase and added embroidery and lace. You can download her pattern Sew Sweet on her blog.
Project: Liquid Pearls Card
Click here to find instructions for this fun ocean card, perfect for summer, from Ranger. Applying some Liquid Pearls adds just the perfect shimmer!
-Heather
Lookie what she made: 4th of July ruffle bustle dress
Look at this super cute 4th of July dress that Holly from Heart Break Kids made for her little girl! It’s all made from recycled t-shirts, too! The skirt is cut from a blue with white polka dots, with stripes … Read More...
Freebie: Printable sewing cards
Cathe from Just Something I Made joins the Craft Camp series at Skip To My Lou with a free printable set of sewing cards for the kids. These are great to teach young hands the fundamental motions of handstitching, and … Read More...
Tutorial: 20-minute pillowcase with no exposed seams
Bonnie from Wonderfully Awkward shows how to make a gorgeous new pillowcase – in just 20 minutes. And would be believe that there are no exposed seams? Get the tutorial to see how it’s done.
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Tutorial: Felt reverse applique bookmarks
Jen from Sew Happy Geek shows how to use felt and fabric scraps to make a reverse appliqued bookmark. It’s all handstitched so it’s an easy project to take with you. This would be a good project to do with … Read More...
Make A DIY Steamer With Eucalyptus Gum Leaves ! (A great decongestant)
Do you remember years ago when you had a cold and your mum would put Vick’s
in a bowl with boiling water and you would put your head over the bowl with a towel thrown over the top to keep … Read More...
Hand Painted Container Candle Project
Kate, former lawyer and present blogger, shared this great hand painted candle project on Centsational Girl. She used microwavable soy wax to fill her glass containers and special glass paint to paint the containers.
I love the effect of the … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled fabric 4th of July topiary
Ashley from Simply Designing guest blogs at Crafts ‘n Coffee with a tutorial showing how to make a 4th of July topiary decoration out of ruffled fabric. Cute!!! In the same post, she also shares a tutorial for making a … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a simple fabric sash
April from Modern Gourmet and Modern Foodie had a couple of dresses that she loved but needed a little bit of extra pop. The solution was to make a simple fabric sash to tie around the waist. She shares a … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled bib embellished tee
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made this ruffled bib embellished tee. The ruffles come courtesy of a scrap of pre-ruffled fabric, making this a quick and easy project. Get … Read More...