If you have any mason jars lying around your house, this is the perfect use for them! I love the use of paint on the inside, and the handprint on the outside….so beautiful in a child-like simple way. Is it … Read More...
Free hand-embroidery patterns
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
DIY Veggie Garden Sensory Box
Modern Parents, Messy Kids has this adorable Vegetable Garden Sensory Box for your young ones. She shows you exactly how she put it together. Brilliant!
Do you know a little gardener? Check out these DIY Garden Kits
, perfect for … Read More...
Mother’s Day Sun Catcher
How cute is this Mother’s Day Sun Catcher? The Chocolate Muffin Tree has the directions for how to use a nature collage as the inside of this beautiful heart. Enjoy moms!
Tutorial: DIY tailor’s ham
Katy fromSew Apropos and No Big Dill shows how to make your own tailor’s ham because, as she says, “Serious seamstresses use a ham.” They’re readily available at the fabric store, but she made her own because she wanted … Read More...
Tutorial: Halter Neck Heidi Top
Janine from Heidi in Lederhosen shows how to make her Halter Neck Heidi Top. The body of the shirt is made from a stretch knit for an easy figure-hugging fit, while the ties and straps are made from a contrast-y … Read More...
Beading Daily has a new editor
Jennifer VanBenschoten is the new editor for Beading Daily! You may know Jennifer from her former role at About.com and links to her work here on CraftGossip (Hanukkah jewelry patterns, Free alphabet for peyote stitch, It’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Retro Apron from Stash Happy Patchwork
Lark Crafts is sharing a tutorial for making this Retro Apron over at their blog. It’s an excerpt from the book Stash Happy: Patchwork
. They’ll be sharing another project from the book soon, and they’re letting readers help decide … Read More...
Coloring contest at Urban Threads
Urban Threads is having a rockin contest. The UT e-newsletter says,
… Read More...Did we mention it’s our birthday? We did? Good. We’re kicking off the festivities with this new free Maiden Monarch design — and a coloring contest to go with
Tutorial: Panda bear softie
Adeela from Sew Kool shows how to make a panda bear softie. Isn’t he cute? Get the tute.
Looking for more Softie toys to sew? Check out these sewing patterns for kids’ toys on Etsy and these Softie Sewing … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a lined romper
Roubidou shows how you to make a romper with a lining. Not only does it look prettier to have a lining, but you don’t have to worry about finishing off your seam allowances AND you’ll get nice clean non-wonky edges … Read More...
Free ladybug design
Here’s a great freebie from Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs. She notes that, although she used the ladybug design for applique, it could easily be resized and used for hand embroidery. Get the free design.
Owl Sock Friends Tutorial
Who does not love the Owl, he is such a silent majestic creatures and the baby Owls are so charming. Sew up a cute owl or a pair of owls with this fun sewing tutorial using socks. Give these little … Read More...
Pretty French Inspired Table Redo
There are hundreds of table makeovers out there, but when I see something unique like this I just have to share it with you. I love how romantic this table looks, the stencil pattern is just beautiful. Amy over at … Read More...
Make Mother’s Day Fingerprint Candles
Aren’t these darling? Such an easy method with such adorable results. I really think these are among my favorites for Mother’s Day projects this year. Laura from Come Together Kids made these with her kids and shows you step by … Read More...
Project: Stamped Butterfly Necklace
Shona Cole shares her tutorial for making one of these lovely butterfly necklaces. She stamped on canvas to make it, very cool! Click here for her tutorial.
-Heather
Did you know Butterflies are deep and powerful representations of life. … Read More...
SPRING SNUGGLE
Isn’t this a pretty little cardigan to put on your toddler for chilly Spring days then snuggle her in your arms?
To create this sweater, Anneliese revised and upsized an existing pattern which she credits on her blog. She … Read More...
Mother’s Day Tea Sachets and Gift Box
Learn to make this lovely gift HERE at Martha Stewart.
Gustav Klimt Cupcake
I’m such a sucker for famous art translated onto sweets (really, see here). Find this Gustav Klimt cupcake in honor of Mother’s Day–and tips to make it–HERE at Sweetology.
Stained Glass Cookies for Mom
I found two submissions in my Inbox today for beautiful, stained glass cookies for Mother’s Day. Hence my conclusion that stained glass cookies for Mother’s Day are a must this year, so best get baking. Find step-by-step how-tos for making … Read More...