Denim jeans – we all wear them, but what to do with them when they wear out or no longer fit. Here are lots of unique and creative ways to upcycle and repurpose those no longer needed jeans. Such a … Read More...
No Elastic Face Mask with Filter Pocket (for hospital donations)
Medical workers prefer masks that tie behind the head as opposed to elastic ear loops as they rub the back of the ears and cause terrible irritation. This super easy face mask uses clothesline/shoelace instead of elastic and is super … Read More...
Sweet and Colorful Teddy Bear Knitting Pattern to Use up Your Stash
I love little stash-busting projects that also happen to be really cute, like the Happy Scrappy Teddy Bear pattern from Susan Claudino-Aguilar.
You can use any kind of yarn you like, held double, to make bears of different sizes. Mix … Read More...
Kid-Made String Art for Father’s Day
Father’s Day is coming up soon, and this is a cute bit of art that kids can make with a little help from a grownup.
Teach Beside Me has all the details for making Dad string art using a canvas … Read More...
16+ Crazy Plant Lady Embroidery Patterns
This roundup is all about Embroidered Crazy Plant Lady Patterns. Are you a crazy plant lady yet? I have accumulated quite a few real ones in the past few months, but I have always had plastic ones in my house … Read More...
Father’s Day Cross Stitch for a Garden Lover
If the dad on your list is fond of gardening, here’s a lovely Father’s Day cross stitch pattern to make for him.
This Maria Diaz design features lots of little gardening icons worked into the letters, as well as some … Read More...
Spring Critter Cards
Jill Foster has some new card videos created with stamps from Penny Black featuring some of their adorable Spring critter stamps. For each card she used a masking technique to add the cute animals to her scenes for a … Read More...
Beach Layout
Summer is finally officially here and Laura is ready with a stunning Beach Layout. The bold blues work so well with the sandy browns and cream on this page! The large cluster of shells and ocean animals adds so much … Read More...
May Flower – Months of Mugs Block of the Month
The Months of Mugs block of the month quilt has begun! We’re starting with a cheerful flower for May. This quilt is appropriate for a quilter who is comfortable with basic techniques but it doesn’t require a lot of previous … Read More...
Summer Blouse FREE Sewing Pattern
This summer blouse pattern is a way of remembering a friend and a gift to the many ladies that have been asking for a blouse that can cover the forearms. There are five big requests I get when the weather … Read More...
Quick Tips For Sewing Difficult Fabrics
Knowing good basic sewing skills always comes in handy. But sometimes, challenging fabrics can still be too much to handle. Indeed, what may seem like simple tasks of folding and cutting fabric can become frustrating –not to mention the difficulties … Read More...
20+ Monkey Sewing Patterns
Lots of fun monkey-themed sewing patterns are included in the mega sewing pattern list – everything from softies and quiet books to costumes and bags! If you have a thing for monkeys then this is the only article you will … Read More...
DIY Surgical Scrub Cap Free Sewing Pattern
Anyone else tired of making masks?
Don’t feel guilty – just make something else for a change. Our awesome doctors and nurses also need scrub hats, head bands, ear savers…
If you still want to help, but want a little … Read More...
6 Summer Coloring Pages
Summer is offically upon us! That means warm days, outdoor activities and maybe socially distanced trips to the beach. Celbrate Summer with these 6 coloring pages, FREE to download from Dover Publications.
-Heather
Gold and Rose Gold Foil Printable Papers
Introducing a new FREE collection of gold and rose gold foil papers. This paper collection is designed with various foil texture and shades of different gold and rose gold colors. These papers are all high quality 12×12 printable paper and … Read More...
More Mosaic Knitting Fun with the Islander
I’ve been sharing lots of knitting patterns lately that use just a little bit of mosaic knitting because sometimes that’s a good way to learn a new technique, but in truth mosaic knitting is easy enough that you can do … Read More...
A Cross Stitch Pattern for All the Cool Pops
Some dads don’t fit in the typical mold for Father’s Day projects. If the dad in your life isn’t into golf, tools, grilling and the like, maybe something less traditional is in order.
Like the coolest pop cross stitch pattern … Read More...
Make an Upcycled Camp Lantern from a Plastic Jar
I feel like we are all going to be doing a lot of summer camp crafts at home this year since the kids are going to be home a lot more and probably not going away to camp.
This upcycled … Read More...
Hand Embroidery Pattern – She is Too Fond of Books
She is too fond of books and it has turned her brain”– Louisa May Alcott. This tongue-in-cheek quote is perfect for any book loving woman in your life! This stunning pattern is great for any ability level from beginner to … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Ladies Panties, Undies, Briefs
We are always getting requests for ladies underwear or panties and I am so happy to have found this amazing Pattern.
Are you looking for a no-fuss ladies underwear PDF sewing pattern? The Ladies Whitney Knickers is your quintessential everyday … Read More...