Heather Handmade shows how she created this DIY grim reaper costume for her son. The costume is actually not that hard to make – you’ll just need to make a black cloak and a scythe, along with some black clothes … Read More...
Nautical Album
Summer has wound down and Fall is here but you might still have some summer trip to the coast photos to scrap. Karen designed this wonderful On the Cape with an accordion hinge for the spin of her handmade album. … Read More...
Easy Crocheted Crusher Hat Pattern
This hat is easy and fun to make! The hat is worked in continuous rounds of single crochet without a joining stitch. Includes instructions for 5 adult sizes plus a child’s size and an 18” doll size. Made using 2 … Read More...
5 Fall Hand Towel Embroidery Designs
Embroidered hand towels are a fantastic way to add a touch of personal style to your kitchen and are perfect for decorating your home throughout the seasons. They are simple to create and make for a thoughtful, handmade gift that … Read More...
Recycled vending machine is now an Art Candy Machine
So I wanted to share my latest recycled project. I launched an Art Candy Machine! I recycled a snack vending machine. I embellished it with a gold frame and some signage to explain it. Right now it’s in my … Read More...
Fall Pillow with Pumpkin Applique – Free Sewing Pattern
Add some fall cheer to your decor with this cute pumpkin pillow cover! Orange Bettie shows how to make it and has a free pattern for you. The pumpkin applique is a simple design that you can embellish with a … Read More...
Toilet Paper Roll Butterfly Craft for Kids
Butterflies are beautiful and also a source of inspiration. Kids and adults love butterflies for crafts and creations and they are the perfect theme for spring and summer crafts to make at school and home. To give your kids a … Read More...
Animated Stamps from CTMH
Close to My Heart has just released a fun new line of Animated Stamps! When you pull the tab on cards created with these products the images flutter, jump and move. This really takes interactive cards to a whole new … Read More...
Movie Night Page Digital Template
Since many of us are spending so much extra time at home I bet a lot of us are having more and more movie nights at home too. So snap some pics of the kids on the couch, what snacks … Read More...
Felt Fall Leaves Banner – Free Sewing Pattern
This felt leaves banner is an adorable way to welcome fall! The falling leaves are so pretty and colorful! Easy Felt Crafts has a tutorial for this fall leaves banner with template you can use to create one for your … Read More...
Scrap Fabric Halloween Pumpkin Quilt Block Tutorial and Table Runner Pattern
Perfect for all of you scrap quilters, it’s time to start raiding your fabric stash. That way you can make this fun and easy pumpkin block and table runner pattern from Diary of a Quilter. The quilt block is … Read More...
Book Review – Card to Canvas
Designed to be a springboard for creative growth, the 23 techniques that are covered in this book, from embossing and adding texture to creating faux finishes and unique backgrounds, will enable you to break some rules and have fun with … Read More...
TUTORIAL: Polymer Clay Butterfly Fairy
You are going to need some serious polymer clay skills to create this amazing Butterfly fairy. She is stunning! I have to admit I haven’t tackled anything like this before, but I do keep watching the videos, which is kinda … Read More...
Beach View Needle Felting Kit
This beautiful wool landscape is a very satisfying project. Easy enough for a beginner, but still enjoyable for an experienced felter. Display it in a special place, or give it to a friend or family member for a special occasion … Read More...
Color Changing Embossing
Amber used translucent embossing powders from Wow to create an amazing chameleon color changing effect on these holiday cards. The embossing shows a different color depending on what it’s over top so by ink blending her card background with different … Read More...
Corona Virus TN Layouts
Karla created some layouts for her Traveler’s Notebook with a Corona Virus theme. Documenting the kids learning from home and all that our “new normal” entails. I love the hand sanitizer and toilet paper embellishments, so appropriate!
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Rustic Pumpkins – Mason Jar Lids
This Fall or Halloween tutorial is lots of fun to make, it is so easy the kids will love making them too. This tutorial uses spray paint but you could use paint and brush if you were making these Halloween … Read More...
10 Free Car Themed Machine Embroidery Designs
All of these car-themed machine embroidery patterns were free at the time of writing this article. Each pattern is designed to be easy to follow, making them perfect for beginner embroiderers. With detailed instructions and clear illustrations, you’ll be able … Read More...
Large Fabric Baby Block Rattle Toy – DIY Sewing Tutorial
This large fabric baby block toy makes a great gift for a new baby! The fabric baby block makes gentle rattle sounds, and ribbon tags peek out of the sides. It’s a large sized block – roughly 9.5″ square – … Read More...
Remembering Cat Bordhi
Cat Bordhi, a renowned knitwear designer, innovator, teacher and advocate for the fiber arts, died September 19, according to a Facebook announcement from her daughter, Jenny. Cat had been diagnosed with cancer and announced in July that she was dying… Read More...