Facings provide a nice finish for shaped neckline, turning the raw edge to the back of the fabric neatly. But those facings can flop out to the front, which is unsightly and annoying. Beth from SunnyGal Studio shares a tutorial … Read More...
These super cute forest critters are gathered together for a wonderful Thanksgiving Feast. This adorable card was designed by Nicol Spohr using some new stamps and dies from Lawn Fawn. She’s got a video tutorial showing how she put it … Read More...
The tutorial is in Russian(English translation) but is a pretty good way of making a mosaic cane in nicely shaded earth tones. You can apply the resulting cane to all sorts of things but beads are certainly a … Read More...
Here in Arkansas, the mornings are already starting to hold a little coolness that reminds us, even though it’s still plenty warm during the day, that fall will be here really soon.
Fall is my favorite, and I really want … Read More...
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can sew an insulated lunch bag. It’s great for back-to-school, or just brown bagging it for work lunch breaks. It has a zip top and nylon webbing handles. Made from oilcloth on … Read More...
Isn’t this bookworm cute?
This free cross stitch pattern from Craft with Cartwright is perfect for back to school or anytime. It features a cute little worm surrounded by red and green apples, though of course you could stitch them … Read More...
Basting and pulling threads is the most common way to gather fabric, but it’s not the only way. from Sew4bub shows how you can use clear elastic to gather knit fabric. The stretch of the elastic creates even gathers across … Read More...
When I saw the panda bear snuggle sack knitting pattern from Yarnspirations my first thought was I need one in my size.
Of course this project for kids could be upsized for an adult, or turned into a blanket rather … Read More...
It’s no fun digging through a pencil pouch looking for the pen or pencil you need! Art Gallery Fabrics has a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can make a pencil case that opens wide Instead of a … Read More...
Add a little stylish funk to your laundry day with this Urban Fitters inspired laundry bag. You can grab the full tutorial here. These would make cute gifts for College students heading off to the dorms too.… Read More...
If you are in love with Grazing tables or just trying your hand at making your own then you will love this Roundup of the BEST 5 Grazing tables we fell in love with. Zoom in on the images … Read More...
This round up of DIY ideas is perfect not just for notebooks, but also for minibooks and minialbums. Whether you’re making the books from scratch or just embellishing an already purchased book, you can have fun with these simple and … Read More...
These die cut shapes look like metal right? Well, they actually started out as plain white cardstock! Wow! Betsy Veldman has an amazing technique for turning plain old cardstock into an iron looking metal (perfect for a 6th anniversary) using … Read More...
Marie Segal is one of the grand dames of polymer clay and there are a ton of tutorials of hers out there. I love her canework best and I’ve adopted a lot of the techniques into my own repertoire over … Read More...
Alicia from Sew What Alicia created these dreamy pom pom curtains for her craft room. The pom poms sprinkled across the sheer curtains look like little pink snowballs floating in the air. It was a quick and easy project because … Read More...
I love all the fun and funky pictures you come across on places like Instagram where people show their pets dresses in sweaters, the chickens in sweaters are the best! Now Dover Publication has an entire adorable coloring book dedicated … Read More...
Everyone loves donuts, don’ they? If you haven’t picked your Christmas theme maybe donut theme will be your winner. I am seriously considering it. Even if I don’t go full donut I will be making some of these as gift … Read More...
Giveaway- The Art of Quilling Paper Jewelry: Techniques and Projects for Metallic Earrings and Pendants
Leave a comment in today’s post by September 7, 2017 and you are in the running for this innovative book filled with pretty projects that … Read More...
I know some students are still trickling back to school, though my girl has been back almost two weeks already. Still, it feels like there’s still time for a couple more school-themed projects, right?
I really like this book and … Read More...
This happy smiling sun is the hoop art design of the month from Crafty Staci. She’s got a tutorial and a free pattern for you! And while an August sun can be blistering, this guy is all smiles with big … Read More...
This Chinese checkers board game is perfect for travelling. It’s compact and I must admit I just love the color combinations. You can learn how to make it over at Lovelyindeed.com.… Read More...
How amazing is this design “Travelling” by Plays With Needles. I just had to share the amazing work with you!… Read More...
Back-to-school time is kind of inevitably linked with apples, whether there be apple gifts for the teacher, apple crafts or apple experiments.
This experiment about apples browning from Teach Beside Me is super simple to set up. Grab her free … Read More...
Now that this season of Game of Thrones is over, we’re going to need something to tide us over until the final season airs.
And because we’re knitters, maybe we should knit some GoT themed items, right?
Interweave recently shared … Read More...
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shares a free pattern for making a t-shirt with a pretty flutter sleeve. A flutter sleeve is pretty loose and flowy, which can lead to your bra showing when you lift your arms. Her pattern … Read More...
Have your children been acting like a bunch of Animals today? No? Just mine then. I am sure each and every one of these animals has been acted out by my children this morning. No time for Crochet for me … Read More...
This herbal bath soak is perfect for toning and replenishing the skin. Soak in this for 30 minutes and you will feel amazing!
You may have seen these craft organization ideas before, but it you haven’t or, if you did but dismissed it, take a look! These are simple to install and use but will make a big difference in organizing various supplies … Read More...
These adorable little owls are all ready for Halloween! And you can get ready for Halloween too by making this fun card with stamped pattern paper background and stamped and die cut owls from Sunny Studio. You’ll find a video … Read More...
I am loving this s’mores hoop art, y’all! Not only is there an adorable s’mores design (YUM!) but check out those pom poms around the outside. They’re marshmallows! Bev from Flamingo Toes created this cute design and she’s got a … Read More...
Add a few more summer days with this daisy pendant from Maive Ferrando on YouTube. If you really want that end of summer touch, make the petals out of yellow and the center with browns for a great sunflower style … Read More...
Using rose gold embossing powder and coloring the flower stamps with water colors Effie Cho designed this stunning peony floral card. I love the embossed on vellum butterflies, they add such a sweet touch to this elegant card. You can … Read More...
This simple boat neck top takes just 1 hour to sew! Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern and tutorial. It’s easy enough for a beginner to make. Her free pattern comes in women’s sizes S to XXXL.… Read More...
The Medium 5″ x 7″ Fab File organizer from Totally Tiffany is perfect for storing and organizing smaller flat craft items. Just like all the sizes of Fab Files it’s made from sturdy clear plastic, it has a flap closure … Read More...
Kelli from The Willow Market has a tutorial for making a patchwork baby burp cloth. The back is made from an absorbent terry cloth. The patchwork is optional. You can use a single piece of fabric and it would still … Read More...
These Halloween decorations are made using Paper and embellishments. The designs are a perfect twist for Halloween. As they are made with paper they are quite inexpensive to make. You can learn how to make them here. Halloween Paper Medallions… Read More...
This adorable Children’s bed is made to look like a Cabin. It will require a little bit of wood working skills and a few power tools too. But it’s the perfect weekend project if you are willing to take it … Read More...
Got drawers? More specifically got junk drawers? If they don;t make you happy when you open them, then you need to go check out these seven stunning photos or organized drawers for some inspiration.
They feature several clever ideas for … Read More...
This week’s giveaway is a fun take on a knitting essay collection. To Knit or Not to Knit: Helpful and Humorous Hints for the Passionate Knitter by Elvira Woodruff is composed of a series of advice-column-style questions about the … Read More...
This felt toadstool pincushion make a cute place to hold your pins. It’s worn around the wrist so you can keep your pins handy while sewing. Cintia from My Poppet Makes shows how you can make one from inexpensive materials … Read More...
Pencil pouches are a fun back-to-school sewing project. Quick to sew and always so cute! Nadine from Sew And So shows how you can sew a pencil pouch with a diagonal zip across the front. The diagonal zip is a … Read More...
These are so cute! Making these concrete planters are super easy and the possibilities on what plant you put into it will make all sorts of “hairstyles” for each little planter face. Pop on over to The Whoot for the … Read More...
Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can make a beautiful maxi dress for a little girl, and it’s not hard at all. It’s made with a t-shirt bodice and a long, full skirt. Because you’re starting with a … Read More...
This craft project is more like Science than craft but it’s the perfect activity for kids. This video shows you how to use the
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These 5 crochet play mats make perfect gifts for younger children. These are perfect for Birthday gifts and so much more valuable than a plastic store bought toy. These 5 Crochet patterns are all free and available from the links … Read More...
Last week we showed you how to make Orchids and this week we are showing you how to make an Orchard cake complete with pot plant.
This cake would be perfect for a Birthday cake for someone who loves gardening. … Read More...
There’s no doubt that art has a calming effect. And practising calligraphy is a great and simple way to acheive that. These 11 free printable calligraphy drills from The Postman’s Knock will surely help! Download the sheets and print on … Read More...
Jennifer McGuire shares several different masking techniques using dies, masking paper and Post It tape to make a few different pumpkin cards, perfect for Fall, Thanksgiving or Halloween. I love the layered pumpkin stamps she used and I love this … Read More...
This scallop trim felt banner is the perfect place to display your flair pin collection! Steph from Crafting in the Rain shows how you can make one. There’s no sewing required because it’s put together with glue. You could use … Read More...
