April showers bring May flowers but these fabric flowers will forever be in bloom! Fabric Flowers This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: Outgrown clothing spray starch twigs/branches Tools: hot glue gun sewing machine or needle & thread Basic Instructions: To create your flower, cut clothing into 14" strips long x 4" wide; … [Read more...]
Gift Wrapping Ideas Every year, I like to do something special for my gift wrapping. This year I thought I would take a different approach with the ribbon. This project is for sewers of all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Supplies: old pattern instructions thread Tools: sewing machine iron and ironing board rotary cutter and self healing mat Instructions: I … [Read more...]
Fabric Stash that is!! Last month special guests shared their favorite tools in the work room but no one mentioned their fabric stash. You know what I'm talking about- that never-ending, always growing pile of fabric you tell yourself you are going to tackle one day. (Or is that just me??) Seriously, my fabric stash is forever growing and I can't seem to stop myself from picking … [Read more...]
To avoid the "I'm Bored" blues during the summer, I like to have a few fun things in my bag of tricks for the kiddos! Stitch cards are my solution! They are easy to pack, low cost and kid friendly. Stitch Cards This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: empty cereal box yarn Tools: embroidery needle scissors hammer & nail Basic … [Read more...]
I am super excited to share some news.... The Summer 2012 issue of Splendidly Homemade Magazine is here!! In it, you will find some fun summer recipes and cool craft ideas that will have you wishing for the long, lazy days of summer. and p.s.- you will "spy" my Catch of the Day! A fun, child friendly game from yours truly! This game is made from a reclaimed socks, twigs and stuffing. Skill … [Read more...]
The Summer 2012 issue of Green Child Magazine is out and I could not be more excited to share an easy way to turn your child's favorite tee shirts into a keepsake. These flowers are made from a reclaimed tees, twigs and fabric scraps. Skill level is 1 Button To get detailed instructions and more photos click here. While your there, look around. This issue is packed full of green … [Read more...]
I love old fashion napkins & handkerchiefs. Something about these delicate squares that I find appealing. But to be fair, the use is not for me. Just the thought of putting that yuck back in my pocket for later makes me cringe. For today's project, I thought it would be fun to reclaim a few pretties and create something lovely for mom. This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 … [Read more...]
When my friend Abby from paper & Cake asked for help on a Grocery Store Party, I was all in. I just adore working with her!! She had one simple request- to keep things on the healthier side of life. My mind went straight to the farmers market! Lucky for me, there is one around the corner. So, while I am unpacking from SNAP and gathering my thoughts... I thought I would share a taste … [Read more...]
Happy Earth Week!! As I am sure many of you have figured out by now, I'm all for being Green!! Join me over on FaveCrafts for a week of crafting, giveaways and more. Today, I am sharing a fun way to dress up a gift with an old children's book. It is super cute! … [Read more...]
