Do you ever have leftover bits of trim and no clue what to do with them? Yeah, me, too! So, I went on a hunt to round up a ton of great ideas for easy trim projects. Many in this round up include free patterns. TOTAL SCORE!!! So, go ahead and grab a cup of coffee, tea, diet coke or whatever floats your boat and stay awhile. I think you might get lost in some of these … [Read more...]
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...]
One look at Amy Barickman's latest book, Fabric Flowers and you will fall in love! This baby is jam-packed with little goodies to keep you inspired and reclaiming your creativity all night long! With each turn of page, I am drooling over the amazing photography and thinking of projects that now 'need' to be embellish with fabric flowers. It is pure eye candy! But don't just take my word … [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...]
Paper Pom Poms Today's craft is super simple. I mean really simple & no cost. The kids made them with me so, they were super fun!! Let's face it, we all have news paper hanging around the house but what do you do with it? Since my recycling bin was full and the girls were looking for a craft project... the paper pom pom was put into action. These can be made any size and can be used in … [Read more...]
Fall Toss Game The leaves are starting to turn and it is time to pick apples, carve pumpkins and have fun in the corn maze with friends! Sounds like the perfect combination for a fall party! Which means, activities. This super simple toss game is perfect for Halloween parties, fall festivities and even class room fun! This project is for sewers with basic skills. Skill Level- 1 1/2 … [Read more...]
The cooling night air is starting to settle in which means the leaves will soon turn and the fall season will be here soon! To prep for the change of seasons and Halloween I thought it was time to add a Halloween Wreath to the door. This super simple craft will transform your front door in no time flat! You just need to pick- will you make it spooky or sweet? This project is for sewers … [Read more...]
