I love a simple cardigan (it’s my fave garment for lounging around the house) and this looks like a good one.
The Emberly Cardigan from Knit Picks, designed by Jen Dwyer, uses only ribbing and Garter Stitch and is great … Read More...
Masculine Birthday Mug Card
This is would be such a fun card to make and give to that special guy for his birthday. Kelly used a mirror stamping technique for two mugs facing opposite directions and transformed one of the basic mugs into a … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Upcycled jeans coasters
I think all of us have at least one pair of old, worn-out jeans in our closets. Cathi from Scratch & Stitch shows how you can upcycle those old jeans into fabric coasters. They don’t take much fabric so this … Read More...
How to Use Silhouette Sketch and Stitch Designs
If you have the Silhouette Cameo 3 electronic die cutting machine along with the Pen Holder you can use the amazing new Sketch and Stitch designs from Page Evans. These files create stitching holes that you can use to add … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Shorten button up shirt sleeves
It may seem difficult to shorten the sleeves of a button up shirt – after all, those cuffs! – but it’s actually pretty simple to do. Don’t settle for shirt sleeves that are too long! Heather from Heather Handmade has … Read More...
Free Crochet Patterns – Year Of The Pig
This crochet round-up is all about the pig. Why? because this year is the Chinese year of the pig! I mean who doesn’t like a little piggy? All of these Crochet patterns are free (at the time of writing).
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Pinata Shaker Card
I’m seeing fun and festive Pinatas pop up everywhere, they are super trendy right now! Rina created these colorful shaker cards with a stamp set from Pretty Pink Posh that includes a cupcake, heart and unicorn Pinatas. She’s sharing a … Read More...
Cross Stitch Chart- Because Coffee Is Kind of Like Magic
When I saw this Harry Potter inspired pattern while scrolling through Pinterest the other day, I just knew I had to share it.
For all of us who love HP and love coffee, this Espresso Patronum design from Rainbowstitchcross on … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Kids hooded towel
A big warm towel makes getting out of the bath or swimming pool so much easier for kids! Jenna from Making Things is Awesome shows how you can make a kids hooded towel. She starts with a 42″ square of … Read More...
Rainbow Grid Block Page
Rainbow colors, themes and patterns are super on trend right now. And Lisa captured this feel perfectly with this rainbow block scrapbook layout. She used 2″ x 2″ squares of pattern papers to layout a grid in all the shades … Read More...
Roll Neck Sweater Crochet Pattern
The Roll Neck crochet Sweater is detail oriented and sophisticated, just like you. It’s got an extra tall ribbed turtleneck designed to be folded down for style.
The crochet sweater pattern also uses detailed ribbing throughout various sections of the … Read More...
Double Embossing Technique
If you don’t have the right color of embossing powder for your project don’t worry, you can try this cool (or should I say hot? :)) double embossing technique. Kim stamped her fun nerdy science images with colored ink pads … Read More...
Free pattern: Ken doll raglan shirt
If your child has Barbie dolls, you know that much of the fun of the fashion dolls is dressing them up. The Ken dolls don’t have as many options, though. Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free sewing pattern … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy knit bow headband
These knit bow headbands are the perfect finishing touch for a little girl’s outfit! Becca from Sunflower Seams shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make them. The stretch knit is comfortable to wear. She gives … Read More...
Stitched “Love” Title Layout
Nathalie die cut the letters for her page title from different pattern paper and stitched around each one adding some great pattern and texture. Embroidery floss and hand sewing is an easy way to add colorful stitching to a page … Read More...
Basic Needle Felting – Russian Babushka Doll
This needle felting tutorial shows you how to make a Russian Babushka doll using basic needle felting techniques. The tutorial is easy to follow with lots of photos to guide you along the way. You can grab the full Tutorial … Read More...
Essential Oils That Improve Concentration
Do you need help with concentration? I am not just talking about with work or study, but with everyday things too. Last week my child had two events on, sports and a theatre production. Somehow, despite taking a minute when … Read More...
Pop Up Fairy Tail Card
Oh my, how utterly adorable are all the little dragons pop up around this fairy tale card?! Sandie created this fun card without any expensive dies just some good old fashion measuring, cutting and scoring. She’s got all the steps … Read More...
Beautiful You Layout
Ashly used the “negative” space on the word Beautiful to add different pattern papers behind for a unique look on her large page title. It’s a great way to use up scraps of papers and there’s no need to cut … Read More...
Colorful DIY Coasters Everybody Will Love
How to make easy felt coasters. An eye-catcher at any party, and a perfect homemade gift. For a burst of color in your home, and for any party you can imagine, use my free how-to and make a set … Read More...