Millie from Sewing Machines Plus shows how you can sew up these pretty fabric flowers. They’re made with hand sewing so you can take the project with you. I always like projects like this for park days or sports practice … Read More...
I love large-scale cross-stitch projects, because they are such a different way of seeing the craft, which is usually rather dainty.
Über Chic for Cheap has two projects where she added cross stitch to a sweater or shirt: a heart… Read More...
Have you made any mini gardens or fairy scapes? I have been working on a few. This idea is too darn cute and oh so easy. Gazing balls are great in full size gardens so why not make a mini … Read More...
I love knitting baby blankets, even when I don’t have a particular baby to knit for. They’re a great, relatively mindless project that is always needed and appreciated.
This one from Leelee Knits is a good pattern for a somewhat … Read More...
I was in love with this dress by Bev from Flamingo Toes before I knew how she made it. Then, when I saw how easy it was – and how inexpensive the materials – I loved it even more! The … Read More...
Learn how to make a bridal comb to complement your beautiful wedding dress. Simple DIY guide.
You will need some basic beading skills to be able to complete this project. For an expensive finish use quality glass bead
Celebrate Canada Day this July 1st with this free printable decor. You can frame it as shown, or try to resize it to use for scrpabooking or Project Life albums. I love how the dot on the “i” is a … Read More...
This is a cute idea to do with a group of kids, or even just to encourage reading and writing with your own kids over the summer.
Playdough to Plato has a printable book recommendation sheet that is a short … Read More...
Apple cider vinegar seems to be one of those natural ingredients that, like coconut oil, works for just about anything. And no surprise, it’s excellent for your skin. The main ingredient of apple cider vinegar is acetic acid, and it … Read More...
This Simple Jelly Roll Quilt Tutorial is made using one jelly roll, or a stack of fabric scraps. This quick and simple jelly roll quilt is great for beginner quilters as it make up really and uses simple straight lines.… Read More...
It’s always a good thing to have a patriotic game on tap for July 4. Your kids will love the flags, hot dogs, popsicles and fireworks artwork while they play this game.
Get the free download and printing instructions at … Read More...
Trips to the pool are usually followed by wet swimsuits in a car. Diana Rambles shows how you can sew waterproof seat covers to keep the wet suit from soaking into your upholstery. They’re made in several layers, including a … Read More...
Made with intricate die cuts from Spellbinders and a stamped and curved design on the front this elegant card is sure to make anyone’s day. Find directions from Becca Feeken over on the Spellbinders website.
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I really really want one of these (actually two or three), Raskog carts for getting my scrap room, as well as my son’s art supplies, organized. I’m kinda bummed they no longer seem to make it in turquoise though. Whenever … Read More...
For today only first time subscribers to Paper Pumpkin will get their first month (July) for only $5. WOW! Use code ONEDAY0717 at checkout. Be sure to jump on this today, it runs from June 29 11:59 PM (MT) … Read More...
If your fairy garden or miniatures scene needs a 4th of July scene here’s a great little cake for it! RioSong shares a straightforward video tutorial for a layer cake on their channel. Need a Halloween cake? Swap the … Read More...
Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can use bias tape to put a hem around a curved edge. The bias tape pulls the fabric to the back and covers up the raw edges, and the bias … Read More...
This week marks the 20th anniversary release of the first Harry Potter book! So I thought this Wizard coloring page would be a great freebie to share to celebrate. It’s FREE to download from Dover Publications, click here to get … Read More...
Tutorials and sewing patterns often talk about knit fabrics as if they are all the same. But there are lots of different types of knit fabric. But which is the right kind to use? Cheryl from Sew Can Do tells … Read More...
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews made this gorgeous sundress out of an old sheet! But before she sewed it up, she shibori dyed it with indigo to create the intricate blue dye design. She’s got a video … Read More...
Paint samples can be such a fun recycled element to craft with. I thought I’d try die cutting one my favorite alphabet set by Leonie Pujol to make a bookmark.
Paint samples come in lots of different sizes and shapes … Read More...
I think every child goes through a phase of being really interested in maps. At least they used to; I guess kids these days don’t always see maps that aren’t inside a phone.
But if you know a child who … Read More...
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how she made this cute beaded fringe t-shirt for her daughter. Red, white, and blue make it a perfect shirt for 4th of July picnics! She also includes a free printable … Read More...
Have you seen the round beach towels that are popping up everywhere? They are so much fun! The shape is unexpected, plus they give a larger area to lounge. Because a standard beach towel doesn’t give you much room to … Read More...
Sometimes knitting in the summer doesn’t feel very practical. There are a limited number of things we can make and actually use this time of year, but that usually doesn’t stop us from making things, right?
My Poppet has a … Read More...
How awesome are these giant pinwheels? Of course pinwheels this big wouldn’t work in a scrapbook, but you can use the idea to make small ones for embellishments. But if you want to have some fun outdoor decor for July … Read More...
This free crochet pattern is by Mj’s off the hook designs. It is adorable and perfect little costume for any princess or prince. You can grab the free pattern by visiting her Crochet website.
If you know someone who loves camping and the great outdoors this fun moose card would be perfect for them. I love the Star Wars force/forest pun, so funny! Using new stamps and papers from SugarPea Designs and coloring with … Read More...
Paper rosettes are hot! And since it’s summer, what better way to use them than to make fun paper fruit shapes? Follow these three tutorials and learn how to make paper rosette pineapples, paper rosette cherries, paper rosette strawberries and … Read More...
I’m always looking for projects that use up the scraps of knit fabric that I have left over from making t-shirts. I don’t like just throwing the scraps away, but it’s a lot harder to justify the hoarding of knit … Read More...
There’s a joke in the knitting world that designers will hear from people who love their patterns but have just one question: “Will it work if I knit it in blue instead of red?”
I don’t know if anyone has … Read More...
Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial and free pattern for making the cutest zipper pen case. She calls it the Zola Pen Case. It unzips and opens up to make a little tray that holds your pencils. Plus … Read More...
Whether it’s stickers or jewelry or clothing, kids’ stuff is made more fun when it’s glow-in-the-dark! I still remember being a kid and turning off all the lights just to see what would happen with my glow-in-the-dark stickers. Alicia from … Read More...
I love clipboards as an organizational tool. I think I started using them when I worked on set as it made taking notes and keeping track of scripts easy. I currently like them for use when I’m coloring on the … Read More...
There are lots of projects out there for using yarn scraps, but not as many for using your swatches in useful ways.
I love this idea from Interweave to use swatches to make bowls. All you need is some … Read More...
Shimelle made this page as a scraplift challenge, and not finding the perfect star background for her Silhouette machine, made one of her own. Now you can have this look too since she is offering the file (as a PNG) … Read More...
This faux leather bow tie is a fun twist on a classic men’s accessory. Havalah from Sisters What has a tutorial showing how you can make one. The colorful faux leather is unexpected and totally cute! You can sew the … Read More...
Loving this beautiful beach themed welcome sign by Donna Herron. She says:
… Read More...When I think of summer, I immediately think of the sun and fun of being at the beach. I don’t live near the ocean, so I decided to
This sweet Potato Taco Bowl Is all laid out like a Rainbow of goodness and Nutrition. The only thing missing is the Taco itself. You could always have them on the side or go Carb free and leave them out … Read More...
Get ready for your July 4th photos with these free printable photo booth props. They are really simple to put together once you have them printed and cut out. Use sturdy white card stock for printing, and get some wooden … Read More...
Gather up your Americana embellishments and decor (you can find lots of ideas by clicking here), and get ready for a patriotic photo shoot. You’ll find 10 ideas for taking the most adorable photos of your kids for July … Read More...
I live in Canada and this July 1st marks the 150th Canada Day. As a bit of celebrating I whipped up a tutorial for my Canada flag cane (and resulting beads!). It’s a colour block method to make a maple … Read More...
Bags and small pouches are always fun to sew. And they’re handy, too! But do you know what makes them even better? A wristlet strap to make it easier to carry! Damjama from Apple Green Cottage shows how you can … Read More...
Stencils are so popular, probably because they are so versatile. Here’s fun stencil technique from Anna-Karin, she used Distress Inks and water to ink up her stencil and use it like a stamp, how cool! You can find out more … Read More...
Activewear can be so expensive to buy! Did you know that it’s fairly easy to sew your own? Jess from The Sewing Rabbit has a tutorial at The Creative Spark showing how you can adapt a basic leggings sewing pattern … Read More...
The 4th of July is just around the corner, but there’s still time to whip up a cute flag themed wreath for your front door. Amy from Positively Splendid shows how you can make this red, white, and blue tulle … Read More...
This is billed as an activity for toddlers, but I’m sure my elementary-school-aged kiddo would still love it, too, because she loves every kind of nature walk that requires observation.
Going on a counting walk is a super-simple activity to … Read More...
