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...]
They say that "necessity is the mother of all invention" and I must say that I firmly agree! Last weekend in a mad rush to get out the door, Little Miss S announced that she would not be wearing her stockings. She declared that she was growing and they were too small. With no time to spare (I think like 10 mins to get my family 4 pack out the door) I went into "Make it work" mode. No … [Read more...]
Today, you will find me guest posting on Skip to my Lou as part of the Holiday Bake Craft Sew Along. I am sharing a tutorial for an easy ribbon gift card holder that is the perfect way to use up all the small scraps of trim. You know, the ones you just can not part with! PLUS I get to treat you to a SEW Amazing giveaway as part of our crafty series. This is one AMAZING … [Read more...]
Do you have a difficult time tossing out small bits of fabric scraps? I do! So, instead of tossing them in the trash, I collect them in a basket. I just let the basket fill up until it over flows and then it is time to create something fun. And let me just say, this basket gets quite a work out! My project today is a real fabric scrap buster! I am going to show you how to take those fabric … [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...]
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...]
