Hello, everyone! My name is Katie, and I blog over at Running with a Glue Gun. Today I’m going to show you how to make a fun bright fabric scrap wall hanging. One of my favorite things in the whole world to DIY is wall art! Wall art is such an easy way to update […]
I’ve recently been talking about the best way to sew a ripped seam, AKA Stitch ripping. The “ripping” part of that phrase always sets my teeth on edge. I envision fabric being ripped, and that awful sound that accompanies it! Ack! Of course, stitch ripping thankfully doesn’t actually involve ripping fabric—as long as you’re doing […]
Faux fur pom pom keychains and bag charms are a great way to add some fun to your everyday look. They can also be adapted to fit on a knit winter hat, scarves, jewelry, and much more. The following tutorial gives you step-by-step instructions for creating a pom pom that is both beautiful and animal-friendly! […]
This week, because Father’s Day is coming up, we’ve got neckties on the brain. They’re an awesome go-to gift for dads, grandfathers, and male role models in general, but let’s face it: giving someone as necktie isn’t very personal or creative. The amazing news is, there are tons of DIY Father’s Day gifts you […]
All quilters know that the art of quilting is an excellent creative outlet, but did you know that quilting can improve your mental and emotional health? Keeping ourselves mentally and emotionally healthy is related to our overall physical well-being, which is why creative arts like quilting, sewing, and other crafting is so important in our […]
I’m quite sure you know this feeling: once upon a time, you owned a gorgeous, store-bought garment that actually fit perfectly. This is wonderful. What’s not so wonderful about it is that after wearing it all the time, it reaches this point where you really cannot wear it any longer! What to do? It isn’t […]
It’s that time of year! We’re right smack in the middle of prom season, which means lots of colorful dresses, tuxedos, and other evening wear looks. Because prom dresses can be incredibly expensive, why not create one using your own creativity, personal style, and sewing skills? These free prom dress sewing patterns and tutorials are […]
Hello again, everyone. Carolyn here from Carolyn’s Canvas to share my new, bright, shiny casserole carrier with you. When I saw Fairfield’s gold Aluminor, I knew almost instantly what it would be used for—a casserole carrier. The one I have has seen its better days; it has been to many church suppers, family dinners and […]
Looking for a fun new way to organize your sewing supplies? Look no further! The #10 Caddy Pattern from Sew Can She is the perfect little organizational sewing project to get your craft room in order. This carry-all caddy can hold anything from fabric scissors to measuring tape, and it looks so cute on your […]
