Being a mom, I don’t have the time for complicated, involved crafting right now. I love simple crafts that can double as simple gift ideas for the loved ones in our lives. Homemade soap is one of those crafts that … Read More...
How to Sew Three Layers Fabric Face Mask
We found this pattern for a 3 layer style face mask which is better for filtration purposes. You can use this mask without an actual filter if you wish to do so, as the three layers act as a filter. … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – DIY Plastic Face Shield
Another easy quick project that we can make, gift and donate to protect our loved ones and people who need it. The tutorial comes with free printable Pdf File with full-scale pattern and step by step photos to guide you … Read More...
DIY Animal Ornaments (free download)
Download a FREE template to make 3 simple animal ornaments! Use scrap cardboard or balsa wood
for a fun ornament (or kids toy!). They’re easy to make, and would look just as good in a child’s bedroom as they … Read More...
Free Art Nouveau Wedding Cross Stitch
I love this Art Nouveau style wedding cross stitch pattern from DMC. The flowers are so pretty, and of course you can make it in the couple’s wedding colors instead of the pinks and greens shown in the sample.… Read More...
Crochet Pattern – Modern Floor Rug
This Crochet floor rug or mat has a very modern style ot it, meaning it will fit into new home decor. Making it the perfect handmade gift for friends and family. It would make a beautiful long bath mat too.… Read More...
Crochet Pattern – Face Mask Buddies Ear Savers
These 7 buddies are SUPER helpful animal buddies! They’ll help keep the back of the ears from getting rubbed raw from face mask elastic.
Health care workers and children will love the whimsicalness these bring.
They are all made using … Read More...
Book Review – Modern Machine Embroidery: 11 Projects from Pickle Pie Designs with 25 Must-Have Embroidery Motifs
Go from plain to personalized with embroidery from Pickle Pie! If you are just getting started with your embroidery machine, this book offers the know-how you need to embroider like a pro and create endless embroidery style.
Inside, you’ll find … Read More...
Just Right Mitts from the Goldilocks Zone
These days I’m a little obsessed with checking out the new and trending projects on Ravelry. I don’t know why. Maybe it’s because I’ve been stuck in deadline knitting mode for so long that I just want to be able … Read More...
Stamped Book Mark with Charms
Coral used stamps from Art Impressions for this lovely watercolor book mark. She also made her own sweet charms to hang on it by die cutting small shapes that she colored and glued together then clear heat embossed for stability. … Read More...
Pop Up Mini Star Album
This amazing mini album from Kathleen has pop up on each page and when the entire album is opened it forms a star shape, how cool is that!? I love how each pop up has an opening that frames the … Read More...
Ways to Find and Reuse Elastic
Learn different ways to reuse and find elastic from common items found around the home. There’s lots of ways to get cheap and free elastic! Why do we need to find it? With all the masks being made during this … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Face Mask with Eye Shield Protection
Level up your mask protection with an eye shield! These fabric face masks can be used when going out in public and while wearing a homemade face mask will not prevent you from catching a respiratory virus, it can help … Read More...
DIY Upcycled Flannel Hankies
Reduce waste by turning an old flannel shirt into reusable handkerchiefs. This sewing project couldn’t be easier, and you’ll find yourself reaching for them again and again. The are so soft on the nose and with all the shortages … Read More...
Easy Surgical Scrub Cap Sewing Pattern
This free sewing project is an easy surgical scrub cap pattern. It is for protecting your family, and for donating to the health workers who are having a hard time fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
It is now becoming widely … Read More...
Easy Surgical Scrub Top Sewing Pattern
Here’s an easy surgical scrub top pattern to match a scrub pants we’ve published. The complete set is made for at-home use (in case you need to care for an infectious family member), or to be donated to healthcare workers. … Read More...
6 Mother’s Day Coloring Pages
It’s the time of year when we say thanks to the wonderful Mom’s and all other women who help raise us. To help celebrate Mom’s everywhere Dover Publication is sharing 6 FREE coloring pages. These are great projects for the … Read More...
How to make your own flat felt doll
It’s a super fun idea for girls to play with. You can make your own DIY doll play set using scraps of felt and other fabrics. Great to entertain kids at home making and then playing! Sewing and design is … Read More...
Summer Printables
Spring is here and soon so will summer and (hopefully) being able to go to the beaches and take some trips. Or at least get outside and enjoy the sunshine. For those summer themed scrapbook layouts, planner pages and cards … Read More...
Stitch the Northern Lights with this Lovely Pattern
I have a fascination with the Northern Lights because even though there’s a scientific reason for them, they look kind of magical.
They’re also really fun to reproduce in art and craft projects, like this Northern Lights cross stitch pattern … Read More...