Crocheting is a beloved art form that has been around for centuries. It’s a skill that allows for endless creativity and the ability to make beautiful, unique items. If you’re a skilled crocheter, or even if you’re just starting out, … Read More ...
Archives for August 2014
DIY Shibori
Shell is guest posting on the blog, Kittenhood with a tutorial and photos for creating Shibori. Shibori is a Japanese fabric dying technique, It’s all about how you fold the fabric. The different techniques will give you different finished looks … Read More ...
Free Applique Template: The Quiet Fox
Foxes are one of the many trends right now. I must say, I think they’re just as cute as owls.
Cass from Cass Can Sew designed The Quiet Fox applique and recently made it available for free download to use … Read More ...
DIY Donut Bulletin Board
I love this Donut Bulletin Board that was posted on the Paint the Gown Red blog. It even has *sprinkle push pins*. Isn’t that just adorable? I think it’s the cutest.
Jamie posted the tutorial for both the bulletin board … Read More ...
DIY No Sew Quilt Block Using Paper
I love this project that Donna from Purl3agony sent in. Donna doesn’t sew much, so she used recycled papers to create a piece of amazing wall art that resembles a quilt!
Here’s what Donna said about her project- “I love … Read More ...
Peg People Printable Clothes – Ninjas and Pirates
Dora from Plenty of Paprika shared these cute little peg ninjas on her blog! Not only are you likely to get inspiration just from looking at their cuteness, Dora also shared some free printables so that you can create your … Read More ...
Book Review + Giveaway: Beaded Bracelets
Today I am reviewing the book Beaded Bracelets by Claudine McCormack Jalajas. Here’s a quick blurb about the book-
Beaded Bracelets (Running Press; August 2014; $18.00 US / $21.00 CAN) is a jewelry crafter’s guide to 25 original beaded … Read More ...
DIY Leather Phone Strap
Vanessa recently sent in a tutorial for creating a Leather Phone Strap that she posted on her blog, Cafe Craftea. It could also be used to hold things like your wallet, keys, camera, or any other loose items you have!… Read More ...
Fabric Scrap Weaving
Weaving is hugely popular right now, don’t you think? I’ve been considering trying to do some weaving, and I love this idea of weaving with fabric scraps from Buttons and Paint…
Here’s what they have to say about their fun … Read More ...
DIY: Watercolor Affirmation Cards
Make your own affirmation cards and place them around your home as a reminder to embrace ‘happy thoughts’ instead of dwell on the negative.
Rachel, from Adventures in Making, shared a tutorial for creating these watercolor-styled affirmation cards. I love … Read More ...
DIY Pop of Color Makeup Mirror
Stephanie from DIY Made Simple sent in a link to her restyled mirror! She gave her makeup mirror a new look using some spray paint and shared how she did it on her blog!
Here’s what Stephanie has to say … Read More ...
DIY Interchangeable Studded Hair Combs
Vanessa shared this DIY on making Interchangeable Studded Hair Combs on her blog, Cafe Craftea. I think these are really neat.
This is what Vanessa wrote about here project- “As you may know, I’m always a fan of interchangeable/multi-wear/multi-use things. … Read More ...
DIY Wrapping Paper from Food
Have you ever tried to create wrapping paper out of food? I haven’t but I love this idea.
ere’s what the folks at Oubly have to say- “If you’re sick of showing up to a party with another drab present … Read More ...
DIY Giant Triangle Driftwood Crystal Dreamcatcher
Brigette from the Free People Blog is sharing this tutorial on how to create Giant Triangle Driftwood Crystal Dream Catchers.
Brigette says- “They’re really simple to make – you just need patience and a bit of time. It’s a very … Read More ...
punk projects: Glitter Shirts DIY
On my own blog, Punk Projects, I posted this tutorial on how to make your own glitter shirts!
To answer what is probably your first question- no, they aren’t washable!
These were meant to be just a one day wear. … Read More ...