When the leaves start changing, I start pulling the pile of crochet scarves out of my closet. In my opinion, you can never have too many. They go with everything and make great gifts.
The most recent addition to my … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Knotted bow hair tie
Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can make these simple knotted bow hair ties. They’re super to quick to make and you can use your scraps. Even better, use scraps from a dress (or other kids’ clothing) that you’ve … Read More...
Every Stitcher is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day
I can’t believe that February is almost over already (so much so, indeed, that I just typed January in that sentence <insert eyeroll emoji>).
If you want to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with stitching, check out this cute little pattern… Read More...
Sewing pattern: Patchwork and pom pom pillow
This patchwork pillow will brighten any spot in your home! Natalie from Sew Hungry Hippie has a tutorial showing how to make one. I’m loving the bright colors combined with the pom pom trim! The patchwork design is made from … Read More...
Need a Season-Spanning Knit? Try a Swancho
I’m not a huge fan of ponchos, but I might be able to get behind a swancho, which is a combination of a sweater and a poncho, kind of a boxy poncho with sleeves.
They’re a nice transition project for … Read More...
How to use a baby wipe for an ink palette
Can you tell what recycled item is being used here as an ink palette? Yes, that is the humble baby wipe. I keep these everywhere, in the car, in the studio, in the garage, and even out in my storage … Read More...
How To Make Your Own Soy Candles
Are you looking for a new craft to try out? Have you ever thought about making your own candles? Soy candles have become a popular choice for not only their ability to provide mood lighting but also for their ability … Read More...
DIY Ribbon Embroidery Flower
Silk Ribbon Embroidery is three dimensional in it’s appearance. The design of the flowers, leaves and greenery sit up off the background fabric giving interesting and sometimes elaborate detail. The embroidery stitches that make up that design are uncomplicated and … Read More...
Carrot Treat Holder
I added my own twist to a sour cream shaped treat holder by turning it into a carrot. These fun candy bags are great for Easter, Spring birthdays or a baby shower. I used the bunny stamp from the new … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Rainbow unicorn tooth fairy pillow
Tooth fairy pillows are pretty exciting for kids, but a rainbow unicorn tooth fairy pillow? That’s amazing!! See how you can make one from felt with this free template and tutorial from Spot of Tea Designs. It’s made with all … Read More...
Traveler’s Notebook Food Layout
Do you love to Instagram your dinners out or when you cook a lovely meal? Don’t just leave those on line print them out and create some yummy food related scrapbook pages. Nathalie documented an amazing meal she had in … Read More...
Lush Copy – Avocado Bath Bombs with Real Avocado
These DIY bath bombs are similar to the popular avolush bombs sold at Lush but cost a fraction of the price when made at home. Acocados are so popular as a superfood so why not soak yourself in them too. … Read More...
DIY Handmade Stamped Poppy Flower Cards
These layered Poppy stamps from Hero Arts look so realistic. I love the bright color combinations that designer Yana used and with them die cut it really makes them pop off the card! She’s sharing a tutorial video over on … Read More...
Have a Sight Word Snowball Fight
Just because it hasn’t snowed enough to have a real snowball fight (or maybe it’s snowed so much you can’t stand the thought of another snowball fight) doesn’t mean you can’t pretend to have a snowball fight indoors. You can … Read More...
Music Notes Notepad
I love the pun on this fun musical notes notepad 🙂 Jessica shares how to make the actual notebook and how she decorate the cover with a large die from Hero Arts with different colors of cardstock. Keep on of … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Installing an invisible zipper without using a special foot
Newsflash…. you don’t need a special presser foot to sew an invisible zipper on your sewing machine. I found this out when I got one of those plastic invisible zipper presser feet from the fabric store and spent no less … Read More...
Junk journal collage art with watercolor painting and leftover die cut letter
Yesterday I posted the easiest Lucky St. Paterick’s Day banner tutorial and I promised the first of the projects I plan to make with the outside or negative die cut leftover from the letters.
Along with the recycled die cut … Read More...
Woman Your Daughter And Son Should Know About!
This free poster collection is about STEM and women. I have a very strong-willed daughter and initially, when I came across these posters I thought how wonderful these free posters would be for her and her classroom, then it occurred … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Creme Egg Cover
If receiving a Creme egg isn’t enough for your kidlets then how about wrapping it up or hiding it in these cute little Creme egg covers. These also make great little sellers on stalls. A basket of these little chicks … Read More...
Stylish Sevrine Features Serpentine Cables
Cables are always fun to knit, but even more fun are interesting, unexpected cables like the ones that swirl down the back of the Sevrine Cardigan designed by Vanessa Smith.
This design is so feminine and pretty — it also … Read More...