Part of the fun of stitching is having some whimsical accessories in your work basket, so why not add a bit of fun with these unicorn scissors from Darn Good Yarn?
These heavy, premium-quality, 4-inch scissors are coated with … Read More...
How to Pick Fabric for a Quilt
Have you ever wondered how to pick out fabrics for a quilt? This helpful tutorial from Polka Dot Chair has got you covered.
The article goes into details about a number of questions quilters may have. They include:
- Where Should
Amanda the Panda Pillow Knit Pattern
Pandas are the most adorable bears that never hibernate unless you want to hibernate together for a sweet afternoon nap. Colorwork in this pattern is done using Intarsia knitting technique that allows changing colors without stranding yarn across the back … Read More...
Latice Hawaii Strategy Board Game
LATICE HAWAII 
combines simple rules with evolving complexity for a unique game that’s easy to learn, quick to play, with strategic potential to last a lifetime. Be the first to play all of your tiles. Play faster by matching tiles … Read More...
Sew The Basic Dress
Artist and designer Sonya Philip demystify the sewing process while teaching you how to make Dress No. 3 from her pattern series “100 Acts of Sewing.” This v-neck dress wears like a kaftan and has a long, relaxed fit, perfect … Read More...
Circus Slimline Shadow Box Card
Slimline cards and Shadow Box cards are both really popular right now and Brenda has combined those 2 styles into one for a Slimline Shadow Box Card for a tall design with lots of dimension. She used the new Trinity … Read More...
DIY Long Arm Oven Mitt Sewing Tutorial
Sew a set of oven mitts with a little something extra – extra length, that is! That extra length will help protect your wrists and forearms from a hot pan or oven rack. So Sew Easy has a tutorial and … Read More...
You and Me Layout
This utterly adorable layout from Michelle features 3 photos of her kids all dressed up. She stacked the 3 black and white photos down the center of the page, adding a touch of red to the flower. She created her … Read More...
Free Cactus Pattern Paper
With cactus and succulents being so trendy these printable pattern papers will go perfectly with cactus stamps for your next handmade card! There are 10 patterns to choose from with cactus or southwest style designs and they are are FREE… Read More...
Hair Towel Wrap from Jersey Fabric – Sewing Tutorial
This DIY hair wrap is perfect for wrapping your hair up after a shower. Heather Handmade has a free pattern you can use to sew one. It’s made from jersey knit fabric and has a snap at the back to … Read More...
Epson Cartridge Free EcoTank
Epson has announced it is expanding the EcoTank® line of cartridge-free printing solutions to include models designed for creative professionals.
Designed for creatives, the EcoTank Photo ET-8500 and EcoTank Photo ET-8550 provide cartridge-free printing for high-quality photos and graphics; … Read More...
Book Review: Knit Yourself Calm
Now more than ever I think most of us who knit or do other fiber arts are aware of their mental health benefits. We see a reduction in stressful feelings, an ability to control something, which can be powerful, and … Read More...
DIY Lantern Favor Boxes for Eid
Eid is a holiday about breaking the fast and celebrating community, so these little lantern treat boxes are perfect for giving a little sweet or other treat to family and friends.
(Lanterns are a symbol of Ramadan, as they light … Read More...
Embroidered Metal Bookmarks Tutorial
A little while back I posted a link to a tutorial demonstrating how to make embroidered pendants. This idea from Cutesy Crafts is another idea for that tiny embroidery. It is for metal bookmarks
, and it is a lovely … Read More...
10 Food Themed Pinatas You Can Make At Home
This DIY craft roundup is for 10 food-themed pinatas. Food themed pinatas can be used for a large array of different party themes, from Mexican parties
, summer-themed parties
and even generalized parties that have no theme as such but … Read More...
Patriotic Cross Stitch for Memorial Day
While Memorial Day is an American holiday particular to honoring soldiers who have died in service of their country, it’s a fine time to break out all the patriotic decor for the summer that can stay up through Flag Day … Read More...
Kitty Cat Birthday Cards
If you have a cat lover on your birthday card list then this one is purrrfect! I used white core cardstock with some dies and an embossing folder and sanded the paper for a great distressed look. I colored the … Read More...
Baby Burp Cloth – Free Sewing Pattern in 3 Styles
Burp cloths are always a great present to make for a new baby! This free sewing pattern from Coral & Co. comes in three styles – contoured, slim contoured, and rectangle. They’re quick to se and can be made with … Read More...
Dream Big Pet Page
Florals and bows add a sweet touch to this Dream Big Pet Layout. The photos of a girl with her dog are printed in black and white to help them stand out against all the pastel colors of the design. … Read More...
Nautical Father’s Day Card
I know masculine cards can be challenging and with Father’s Day coming up next month many of us are in search of ideas. If your dad loves the ocean, beach, boating or fishing then a nautical theme might just be … Read More...