I have started knitting more garments for summer in the past couple of years, but I tend to knit things that are really plain this time of year. I don’t really know why.
But this year I’m looking for a … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Lounge Wear Ensemble
I feel like this is my new motto “loungewear is the new daywear” as here I am saying it again. This comfy ensemble is perfect for tweens and teens who are looking for that grownup style of satin or silk … Read More...
DIY Coat Hanger Christmas Angel
This tutorial shows you how to make a Christmas Angel wreath using coat hangers or clothes hangers.
What you need
You will need a total of 11 coat hangers (I have found that the kid/baby sized coat hangers work best.)… Read More...
Quilting Pattern – Mother’s Garden Table Runner
This quilting pattern is inspired by flowers for Mother’s Day. This design features 3 block flowers and is a table runner sized pattern. You can see the full pattern and quilting tutorial here.
Crochet Pattern – Cat Bed – Mouse Couch
This adorable floor pillow or cat couch will make any pooch or feline feel pampered! This cozy mouse bed is made using
#4 worsted-weight yarn. Size: 18″W x 28″L excluding tail. Cat bed have been trending due to the viral … Read More...
Distress Inks with Stencils Technique
Jennifer McGuire has a cool new technique using stencils with Distress and Oxide Inks . First she ink blends some white cardstock, then places the stencil over-top and then by placing a wet baby wipe over that and running it … Read More...
Easy Cream Cheese Swirl Dark Chocolate Zucchini Bread
This Cream Cheese Swirl Dark Chocolate Zucchini Bread is a rich & decadent dessert that chocolate lovers will crave! If my bread comes out looking half as good as this I will be impressed. I mean it has Zucchini in … Read More...
Summer Scrapbook Sketches
Close To My Heart is sharing a free scrapbook sketch for a fun double page layout. There’s also a two page spread of summer pages to get you inspired. I love the pinwheel and hot air balloon designs they used, … Read More...
How to make pretend play bird wings
I think everyone smiles when they see pretty birds flying around, both real and pretend. These fabric wings made from all different fabrics look like they would be a blast to make with all sorts of fabric and clothing scraps. … Read More...
Large Cotton Tote Bag Crochet Pattern
This free crochet pattern creates a unique shape when the pieces are assembled. The pattern uses simple stitches to create simple shapes. Instructions and pictures are included in the PDF of the crochet pattern to help demonstrate any tricky sections … Read More...
Creative projects to make with pre-loved jeans
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...