Polka-Dot Candle Holder Tutorial

Polka-Dot Candle Holder Tutorial

I wanted to take a break in the flood of embroidery and hand sewing posts to bring you something crafty that I’ve had in my mind for a while. I love these little glowy candle holders. They’re really easy and make really neat gifts. Wanna know how to make them? Well, let me tell you! […]

Tutorial: Button Wreath Ornament from Muse of the Morning

Tutorial: Make a Button Wreath Ornament for Your Tree

Do you have a big bin full of buttons? Doesn’t every crafter or sewist? This is a great project for using up a lot of those. A lot of ornaments become heirlooms so this would be great for using some of those vintage and antique buttons that you’ve been saving! Supplies: – Buttons or all […]

Tutorial: Dyeing Silk Scarves (with Kool-Aid)

Tutorial: Dyeing Silk Scarves (with Kool-Aid)

  First, I’m going to wax on about silk scarves. I love them. They make great capes and head scarves and baby blankets and tents and banners for waving. They are perfect for shawls and dress-up aprons and dress up skirts. My favorite size is 35×35. You can buy them at Dharma Trading (NOT an […]

Decorate Cloth Napkins for Mother’s Day – A Tutorial

Decorate Cloth Napkins for Mother’s Day – A Tutorial

Mother’s Day is coming up quick! Are you ready? If you haven’t thought of what to make yet, I have a fabulous idea for you. These napkins are super easy and a lot of fun for the whole family. I made some for my Mom last year and she says they’re her favorite. All you […]

Patchwork Greeting Cards Tutorial

Patchwork Greeting Cards Tutorial

These cards are so sweet and fun! And this is a great way to use up those little scraps of the fabric that you just love, but they’re too tiny to use for anything else! Ready to learn how to make them? Let’s go! You’re going to need your scrap fabric, a gluestick and some […]