Create a darling apron with faux fabric applique using Therm-O-Web Peel and Stick Fabric Fuse PeelnStick. This is one of my favorite products to use when creating fabric art for fashion pieces. The daisy is sign of all things positive so I decided to make one from fabric scraps and add it to an apron. Aprons are great to wear when cooking but also for craft time and even in …
Use an old pair of denim jeans to make a darling lined bag! This pair of jeans is extra special because my friend Beth created the floral artwork. It is so fun to add artwork and design to clothing and you can get all the deets on that over on Creatively Beth. Whether your denim jeans are decorated or plain, the legs of them can make perfect bags for every …
Sew a masterpiece for your favorite pet with this free mini stocking pattern. Filling stockings with goodies and treats is one of the most fun parts of Christmas gift giving. Finding the perfect little items to go inside is such a joy. Whether filling for a pet or a human, the ideas of things to go inside are endless. But first the stocking has to be made and of course, …
Make your own beanbags to create darling decor and also party games! Whether you are making football shaped beanbags for decorations or to use in games, these easy to follow directions work perfectly. Beanbags can be made in a variety of sizes and shapes so use this tutorial to create and make beanbags for all seasons and themes. They are perfect for putting on a tiered tray. Beanbags are also …
Use the adorable Me and My Peeps clear stamps that I designed for Therm-Web to create darling embroidery patterns and make hand stitched families. The Me and My Peeps clear stamp set is so versatile. While it can be used for traditional card making and paper crafting, there are so many additional ways to put it to good use. This method of using the stamps on acrylic blocks to create …
These easy to sew worry pets are a great anxiety buster for kids. Lots of kids (of all ages and grades) tend to struggle with worries or anxiety, especially with the beginning of a new school year. These darling Worry Pet Plushies are little enough to fit in a pocket or the desk. The insides are stuffed with poly-pellets which will provide comforting sensory input. They ease anxiety when rubbing …
Handmade apparel is the best way to create exactly what you want for your wardrobe, like this embroidered summer hat! Summertime is great for being outdoors and spending time at the pool. However, it is always a good idea to protect the skin on your face from that direct sunlight. DIY hand-stitched hat is a perfect way to create exactly what message you want to share with everyone around you. …
This easy sew bandana pattern makes great gifts for all of your furry little friends. They are actually great for dogs and cats too. The bandannas are so fun and simple that our Girl Scout troop made 25 of them to sell at the High School craft festival and they SOLD OUT! Sewing is a great way to create handmade gift for not only the people you love, but for …
Recycled Jean Bag with Simple Embroidery Designs for Kids Do you ever have a pair of jeans wear out to the point that they are no longer part of the wardrobe but you can’t bear to throw them away? Cut them apart and upcycle them into awesome apparel. This gives them a new life and keeps them in your closet. Embroidery is such a fun way to express yourself and …
Satin Stitch Embroidery Hearts for Beginners Let’s make an adorable tea towel with hand stitched hearts using the satin stitch. It is one of my favorites because it is like coloring but with embroidery floss. Growing up my mom called our satin stitches messy stitching when we would go in different directions but somehow still fill up the entire intended area. I always like the way it looked – so …